Steps for Shep
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Aberdeen, South Dakota
- Price $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Get ready for a day of community spirit and athletic excitement at the 20th Annual Steps for Shep event on Saturday, September 26, 2026, held at the Northern State University Barnett Center in Aberdeen, South Dakota. This heartwarming 5k Road Race and 1-Mile Fun Run honors the memory of Jason Shephard, a dedicated former student-athlete whose legacy continues to inspire. Whether you choose to walk, jog, or run, all fitness levels are welcome to participate in the race distances that suit them best.
Join us at 8:00 AM as we come together for a great cause, supporting the Jason Shephard Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund is dedicated to assisting aspiring track and cross-country student-athletes majoring in Human Performance or Physical Education at NSU. Registration is just $25, which includes a commemorative t-shirt, with free entry for NSU students with valid ID. Don’t miss the chance to sign up by September 18 to ensure your shirt! Plus, for those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows you to join the fun from afar. Let’s make this Homecoming Weekend a memorable celebration of sportsmanship and community!
Join us at 8:00 AM as we come together for a great cause, supporting the Jason Shephard Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund is dedicated to assisting aspiring track and cross-country student-athletes majoring in Human Performance or Physical Education at NSU. Registration is just $25, which includes a commemorative t-shirt, with free entry for NSU students with valid ID. Don’t miss the chance to sign up by September 18 to ensure your shirt! Plus, for those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows you to join the fun from afar. Let’s make this Homecoming Weekend a memorable celebration of sportsmanship and community!
Organiser's Description
Hello Wolves XC/TF Fans!
We will be hosting the 20th Annual Steps for Shep 5k Road Race/1 Miler in honor of former Northern State track and cross-country student-athlete, Jason Shephard on Homecoming Weekend. There is a one-mile route for those who would like a shorter race distance. Participants are able to walk, jog, or run either route. For those that are out of town but would like to participate and support, we also have a virtual option!
When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00am
Where: Northern State University Barnett Center- 1200 S Jay Street Aberdeen, SD 57401
Registration: $25.00 fee (includes t-shirt). Free to NSU students with valid ID. Please sign up prior to race day. Sign up by September 18 to secure your T-Shirt. We will not be able to guarantee shirts after that day. All runners will be assigned a bib.
Student Registration: Follow the link to register! Free to NSU students with a valid ID. If you would like a T-shirt (Cost is $20.00). Sign up by September 18 to secure your T-Shirt.
All proceeds will go towards the Jason Shephard Memorial Scholarship Fund to benefit an NSU track and cross country student-athlete majoring in Human Performance or Physical Education. Jason Kyle Shephard was born May 30, 1983, in Cavalier, N.D. to Kyle and Carol (Herman) Shephard. He grew up and attended school in Cavalier, graduation from Cavalier High School in 2002. While at CHS, he was active in FBLA and was a member of the track and cross-country teams. Jason was named the East Region Senior Athlete of the Year in cross country. He then attended Northern State University in Aberdeen, and was serving an internship with Daktronics at the time of his death. During his college days, he was active in many campus organizations, including Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Young Republicans Club. He was honored as the most improved cross-country runner his sophomore season at NSU and was also a member of the track and field team.
We will be hosting the 20th Annual Steps for Shep 5k Road Race/1 Miler in honor of former Northern State track and cross-country student-athlete, Jason Shephard on Homecoming Weekend. There is a one-mile route for those who would like a shorter race distance. Participants are able to walk, jog, or run either route. For those that are out of town but would like to participate and support, we also have a virtual option!
When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:00am
Where: Northern State University Barnett Center- 1200 S Jay Street Aberdeen, SD 57401
Registration: $25.00 fee (includes t-shirt). Free to NSU students with valid ID. Please sign up prior to race day. Sign up by September 18 to secure your T-Shirt. We will not be able to guarantee shirts after that day. All runners will be assigned a bib.
Student Registration: Follow the link to register! Free to NSU students with a valid ID. If you would like a T-shirt (Cost is $20.00). Sign up by September 18 to secure your T-Shirt.
All proceeds will go towards the Jason Shephard Memorial Scholarship Fund to benefit an NSU track and cross country student-athlete majoring in Human Performance or Physical Education. Jason Kyle Shephard was born May 30, 1983, in Cavalier, N.D. to Kyle and Carol (Herman) Shephard. He grew up and attended school in Cavalier, graduation from Cavalier High School in 2002. While at CHS, he was active in FBLA and was a member of the track and cross-country teams. Jason was named the East Region Senior Athlete of the Year in cross country. He then attended Northern State University in Aberdeen, and was serving an internship with Daktronics at the time of his death. During his college days, he was active in many campus organizations, including Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Young Republicans Club. He was honored as the most improved cross-country runner his sophomore season at NSU and was also a member of the track and field team.
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