The Dustin Deckard Memorial 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Pennsville, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Dustin Deckard Memorial 5k Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in beautiful Pennsville, Salem. This uplifting event celebrates the life and legacy of Dustin Deckard, an accomplished athlete and beloved friend who touched the hearts of many. Participants can choose to run the competitive 5k or enjoy a leisurely 1-mile walk, making it a perfect day for families and individuals of all ages.
The event not only honors Dustin's remarkable journey as a champion wrestler and dedicated student but also supports the Dustin Deckard Scholarship, which has awarded over 30 scholarships to deserving students. Come out and make memories while fostering community spirit and promoting fitness in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to honor a true inspiration and make a difference in the lives of others!
The event not only honors Dustin's remarkable journey as a champion wrestler and dedicated student but also supports the Dustin Deckard Scholarship, which has awarded over 30 scholarships to deserving students. Come out and make memories while fostering community spirit and promoting fitness in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to honor a true inspiration and make a difference in the lives of others!
Organiser's Description
DUSTIN WAS AN ACCOMPLISHED ATHLETE AND GREAT STUDENT. HE WAS A CHAMPION WRESTLER WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL AND A CAPTAIN OF THE WRESTLING TEAM. HE WAS A TWO-TIME WRESTLER OF THE YEAR FOR TODAYS SUNBEAM. AFTER HIGH SCHOOL, WHILE ATTENDING WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY, DUSTIN STARTED RUNNING. HE COMPETED IN MANY TRIATHLONS AND HALF IRON MAN EVENTS. ONCE HE COMPLETED TWO YEARS AT WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY, WHERE HE WAS ON THE DEANS LIST EACH SEMESTER, HE MOVED TO DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA FOR A FRESH START TO FIND HIS WAY IN LIFE. ON AUGUST 30, 2012 HIS LIFE WAS TRAGICALLY TAKEN FROM US FROM A RANDOM ACT OF VIOLENCE.
DUSTIN MADE YOU SMILE THE MOMENT HE CAME INTO A ROOM. HE LOVED TO MAKE OTHERS LAUGH AND WAS NEVER AFRAID TO LAUGH AT HIMSELF. IN HIS LIFE HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM. NO MATTER WHAT HE WAS GOING THROUGH PERSONALLY, HE ALWAYS HAD TIME TO MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER ABOUT ANY CIRCUMSTANCES YOU MAY BE FACING.
IN HIS MEMORY, THE DUSTIN DECKARD SCHOLARSHIP WAS ESTABLISHED, TAX ID #46-0893602, TO CONTINUE THE WORK HE WOULD OF DONE IF HE WAS STILL WITH US. MORE THAN 30 SCHOLARSHIPS HAVE BEEN AWARDED TO DATE.
DUSTIN MADE YOU SMILE THE MOMENT HE CAME INTO A ROOM. HE LOVED TO MAKE OTHERS LAUGH AND WAS NEVER AFRAID TO LAUGH AT HIMSELF. IN HIS LIFE HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM. NO MATTER WHAT HE WAS GOING THROUGH PERSONALLY, HE ALWAYS HAD TIME TO MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER ABOUT ANY CIRCUMSTANCES YOU MAY BE FACING.
IN HIS MEMORY, THE DUSTIN DECKARD SCHOLARSHIP WAS ESTABLISHED, TAX ID #46-0893602, TO CONTINUE THE WORK HE WOULD OF DONE IF HE WAS STILL WITH US. MORE THAN 30 SCHOLARSHIPS HAVE BEEN AWARDED TO DATE.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 MARLocation: Riverview Beach Park / 49 Lakeview Ave. / Pennsville, NJ 08070 Event Schedule: Registration - 7:30am / 1 Mile Start - 8:45am / 5k Start - 9am TShirts: All pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt, race day registrants while supplies last. (S, M, L, XL) Race Fees: 5k Pre-Registration ~ $25. Race day ~ $30. 1Mile Pre-Registration ~ $20. Race day ~ $25. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 MARLocation: Riverview Beach Park / 49 Lakeview Ave. / Pennsville, NJ 08070 Event Schedule: Registration - 7:30am / 1 Mile Start - 8:45am / 5k Start - 9am TShirts: All pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt, race day registrants while supplies last. (S, M, L, XL) Race Fees: 5k Pre-Registration ~ $25. Race day ~ $30. 1Mile Pre-Registration ~ $20. Race day ~ $25.
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Riverview Beach Park, 49 Lakeview Ave, Pennsville, 08070, NJ, United States
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