Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Peckville, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.20
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for a meaningful cause at the Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026! This uplifting event, held at the Blakely Borough Recreation Complex in Peckville, Lackawanna, aims to bring awareness to the alarming statistic that 22 soldiers take their own lives each day. Starting at 9:00 AM, participants can choose to tackle a fast and flat 2.2-mile course, or take on the exciting MISSION 22 challenge, which incorporates a series of 22-repetition exercises along the route.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a day outdoors, this event welcomes everyone to come together to support our veterans and make a difference. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups, with registration starting at just $15 for children and $20 for adults. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring day—arrive early for race day registration and packet pickup beginning at 7:30 AM. Join us in the mission to stomp out soldier suicide and help us work towards a future where no veteran feels alone.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a day outdoors, this event welcomes everyone to come together to support our veterans and make a difference. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups, with registration starting at just $15 for children and $20 for adults. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring day—arrive early for race day registration and packet pickup beginning at 7:30 AM. Join us in the mission to stomp out soldier suicide and help us work towards a future where no veteran feels alone.
Organiser's Description
Join us as we hit the pavement to Stomp Out Soldier Suicide! Most of us have heard the statistic that 22 soldiers commit suicide a day. Studies show that Veterans are at 50% higher risk of suicide than their peers who have not served. We are on a mission to reduce that number to zero and we need your help!
Helping Heroes NEPA presents our Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk that will be held at Blakely Borough Recreation Complex on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 am. The course will be flat and fast and the cause worthy.
Awards for the 2.2 Mile run will be presented to the overall male and female, top male and female masters as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group.
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INTRODUCING MISSION 22
We're taking the 22 theme to a whole new level.
MISSION 22 will challenge participants to complete the 2.2-mile course while taking on a series of 22-repetition challenges along the way.
Think:
22 Push-Ups.
22 Sit-Ups.
22 Squats.
and more.
2.2 miles. 22-rep challenges. One mission.
Will you accept MISSION 22?
WHEN: Saturday, September 19, 2026
WHERE: Blakely Borough Recreation Complex
99 Keystone Avenue
Peckville, PA 18452
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP: 7:30 AM 8:45 AM
RACE START: 9:00 AM
COST: $15 for children 17 and under. $20 for adults. Race day prices increase by $5.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: There will be a packet pickup for all pre-registered runners at Scranton Running Company on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Helping Heroes NEPA presents our Stomp Out Soldier Suicide Run/Walk that will be held at Blakely Borough Recreation Complex on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 am. The course will be flat and fast and the cause worthy.
Awards for the 2.2 Mile run will be presented to the overall male and female, top male and female masters as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group.
0-9
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70+
INTRODUCING MISSION 22
We're taking the 22 theme to a whole new level.
MISSION 22 will challenge participants to complete the 2.2-mile course while taking on a series of 22-repetition challenges along the way.
Think:
22 Push-Ups.
22 Sit-Ups.
22 Squats.
and more.
2.2 miles. 22-rep challenges. One mission.
Will you accept MISSION 22?
WHEN: Saturday, September 19, 2026
WHERE: Blakely Borough Recreation Complex
99 Keystone Avenue
Peckville, PA 18452
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP: 7:30 AM 8:45 AM
RACE START: 9:00 AM
COST: $15 for children 17 and under. $20 for adults. Race day prices increase by $5.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: There will be a packet pickup for all pre-registered runners at Scranton Running Company on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Races
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2.2 Mile Run/Walk (Timed)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Custom Race Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED -
1 Mile Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED -
Mission 22 Challenge
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSEDflexed biceps INTRODUCING MISSION 22 We're taking the 22 theme to a whole new level. MISSION 22 will challenge participants to complete the 2.2-mile course while taking on a series of 22-repetition challenges along the way. Think: 22 Push-Ups. 22 Sit-Ups. 22 Squats. and more. 2.2 miles. 22-rep challenges. One mission. Will you accept MISSION 22?
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