The Good Fight 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, April 27, 2024 Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Bowling Green, Kentucky
$27.50 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for The Good Fight 5K Run/Walk on April 27th, 2024, in the scenic Kereiakis Park, Bowling Green, KY! This uplifting event honors the memory of Vernon Long, a passionate runner who lost his battle with cancer in 2021. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup and same-day registration starting at 6:30 AM. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join, with a registration fee of just $25 for adults and $10 for kids 13 and under.

Not only will you enjoy a beautiful morning of fitness and community, but your participation also supports a vital cause. All proceeds from the event will go directly to Lifes Better Together, Inc., benefiting the Poppy family, who are currently facing the challenges of cancer treatment. By taking part in The Good Fight, you're not just running; you're making a difference in the lives of families affected by cancer, fostering a sense of community and hope. Let’s come together to fight the good fight!

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  • The Good Fight 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM CDT

    $27.50

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Organiser's description

The Good Fight 5k Run/Walk is a race that will be held on April 27th, 2024, at Kereiakis Park in Bowling Green, KY. The event is held in memory of Vernon Long, who was an avid runner who passed from cancer in October 2021. All proceeds from this event will be going to Lifes Better Together, Inc. and will be directly donated to support a family where someone is undergoing treatment for cancer. We have chosen the Poppy family to donate the proceeds to. Here is a FB link to Lacey Poppys page: https://www.facebook.com/lacey.turner.9461. Your participation and support of this event not only helps the Poppy family but shows reverence for all who are battling cancer. Our hope is that through this event, we can help those who are impacted find a community and not feel alone in fighting the good fight of cancer treatment.



EVENT NAME: The Good Fight 5k Run/Walk

DATE: April 27th, 2024

TIME: Race starts at 8:00 AM

LOCATION: Kereiakis Park, Bowling Green, KY

PACKET PICKUP AND RACEDAY REGISTRATION: Begins at 6:30 AM on race morning

REGISTRATION FEE: $25 for adults. $10 for kids 13 and under

Location

Kereiakis Park, 1220 Fairview Ave, Bowling Green, 42103, KY, United States

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