Strong Shall Stand 5K Run & Ruck
- Date Sat 15th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Longview, Texas
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Strong Shall Stand 5K Run & Ruck on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Longview, Gregg, where fitness meets purpose! This exciting event supports Operation True North, a nonprofit dedicated to providing essential mental health services to veterans, active duty military, first responders, healthcare workers, and their families.
Participants can choose between a competitive 5K run or a 5K ruck, with the ruck being a non-competitive option. The ruck weights are recommended to not exceed 40 pounds. The day kicks off with packet pickup at 7:00 AM, followed by a warm welcome at 7:45 AM. The 5K ruck starts at 8:00 AM, and the 5K run begins shortly after at 8:15 AM, culminating in an awards ceremony at 9:15 AM for top finishers in various age groups. Each registration includes a donation to support the mission of Operation True North, an event t-shirt, and chip-timed results, ensuring a memorable experience. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere!
Participants can choose between a competitive 5K run or a 5K ruck, with the ruck being a non-competitive option. The ruck weights are recommended to not exceed 40 pounds. The day kicks off with packet pickup at 7:00 AM, followed by a warm welcome at 7:45 AM. The 5K ruck starts at 8:00 AM, and the 5K run begins shortly after at 8:15 AM, culminating in an awards ceremony at 9:15 AM for top finishers in various age groups. Each registration includes a donation to support the mission of Operation True North, an event t-shirt, and chip-timed results, ensuring a memorable experience. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
This race benefits Operation True North, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing mental health services to veterans, active duty military, first responders, health care workers and their families.
For more information about our organization or vendor / sponsorship questions, please email us at [email protected].
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION?
* A donation to our organization - thank you!
* Event tee shirt
* Chip-timed results
* And more - stay tuned!
RACE SCHEDULE _This schedule is subject to change at the race director's discretion. _
* 7:00AM Packet Pickup / Check In Opens
* 7:45AM Welcome & Opening Remarks
* 8:00AM 5K Ruck START
* 8:15AM 5K Run START
* 9:15AM 5K Run Awards
The 5K run is competitive, while the ruck is not. We recommend that ruck weights not exceed 40 pounds per rucker. 5K Run age groups for awards shall be 1st, 2nd, 3rd place male & 1st, 2nd, 3rd place female in the youth category (ages 17 and under) and overall (ages 18 and older).
For more information about our organization or vendor / sponsorship questions, please email us at [email protected].
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION?
* A donation to our organization - thank you!
* Event tee shirt
* Chip-timed results
* And more - stay tuned!
RACE SCHEDULE _This schedule is subject to change at the race director's discretion. _
* 7:00AM Packet Pickup / Check In Opens
* 7:45AM Welcome & Opening Remarks
* 8:00AM 5K Ruck START
* 8:15AM 5K Run START
* 9:15AM 5K Run Awards
The 5K run is competitive, while the ruck is not. We recommend that ruck weights not exceed 40 pounds per rucker. 5K Run age groups for awards shall be 1st, 2nd, 3rd place male & 1st, 2nd, 3rd place female in the youth category (ages 17 and under) and overall (ages 18 and older).
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