The John L. Coverly Sr. Memorial 5K ~Agent Orange Awareness Run~
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Atglen, Pennsylvania
- Price $34.30 - $50.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant and meaningful John L. Coverly Sr. Memorial 5K ~ Agent Orange Awareness Run on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Atglen, Chester. This exciting annual event, now in its second year, honors Vietnam Veterans and raises awareness about the significant impacts of Agent Orange. Participants can look forward to a scenic 5K trail run that weaves around school grounds, featuring a mix of small hills, grassy areas, and pavement, with an option to stick to the track if preferred. For those seeking a shorter challenge, there’s also a delightful one-mile fun run on the track.
This year, we're thrilled to introduce a virtual participation option, allowing you to join in the fun from anywhere! Whether you run on a treadmill or your favorite local trail, your participation helps support a worthy cause. All proceeds from the event will go to the Riddle Hospital Palliative Care Unit in honor of John Coverly, a dedicated U.S. Army veteran. Register by March 9, 2025, to ensure you receive your event t-shirt and finisher's medal. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness, community, and remembrance!
This year, we're thrilled to introduce a virtual participation option, allowing you to join in the fun from anywhere! Whether you run on a treadmill or your favorite local trail, your participation helps support a worthy cause. All proceeds from the event will go to the Riddle Hospital Palliative Care Unit in honor of John Coverly, a dedicated U.S. Army veteran. Register by March 9, 2025, to ensure you receive your event t-shirt and finisher's medal. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness, community, and remembrance!
Organiser's Description
MOORE FOR THE TROOPS IS BACK WITH THE SECOND ANNUAL 5K....WITH SOME FUN CHANGES!!
Our focus for 2025 is Vietnam Veterans and bringing awareness to the impact of Agent Orange. The 5K is being held in memory of John Coverly. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, having voluntarily enlisted and requesting deployment to the Vietnam War, reflecting his deep dedication to his country. John was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal for his service. He peacefully passed away at home on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Riddle Hospital Palliative Care Unit in John L. Coverly Sr.'s name. Riddle Hospital, a Main Line Health facility, is a staple without our community providing exceptional care for our loved ones and we are so excited to be working with them.
More specifically, Mr. Coverly received excellent care while he was a patient there and we are honored to donate the proceeds in his name.
5K DETAILS:
This year we are taking the 5K off the track and onto school grounds. We will start and end the run on the track but the 5K will follow a trail around the school which includes some small hills, grassy areas and pavement.
If you prefer to stay on the track for the 5K, that is also an option.
The one mile fun run will remain on the track. 4 laps around the track is equal to 1 mile.
*Dogs are NOT permitted on school grounds
NEW ADDITION - This year we are adding a VIRTUAL option! If you would like to join us but aren't able to attend on April 5, you can still help us deliver our mission by running on your treadmill or favorite trail close to home!
*In person participants will receive a t-shirt and finishers medal
DEADLINE TO SIGN-UP AND RECEIVE A T-SHIRT IS MARCH 9, 2025
REGISTRATION OPENS AT 8:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 9:30 AM
DAY OF EVENT SIGN-UPS ARE: $50 for the 5K and $45 for the 1-Mile Fun Run
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS - Post your pictures of your run/walk and tag us!! We will randomly pick someone to receive an Amazon gift card!!!
Our focus for 2025 is Vietnam Veterans and bringing awareness to the impact of Agent Orange. The 5K is being held in memory of John Coverly. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, having voluntarily enlisted and requesting deployment to the Vietnam War, reflecting his deep dedication to his country. John was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal for his service. He peacefully passed away at home on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Riddle Hospital Palliative Care Unit in John L. Coverly Sr.'s name. Riddle Hospital, a Main Line Health facility, is a staple without our community providing exceptional care for our loved ones and we are so excited to be working with them.
More specifically, Mr. Coverly received excellent care while he was a patient there and we are honored to donate the proceeds in his name.
5K DETAILS:
This year we are taking the 5K off the track and onto school grounds. We will start and end the run on the track but the 5K will follow a trail around the school which includes some small hills, grassy areas and pavement.
If you prefer to stay on the track for the 5K, that is also an option.
The one mile fun run will remain on the track. 4 laps around the track is equal to 1 mile.
*Dogs are NOT permitted on school grounds
NEW ADDITION - This year we are adding a VIRTUAL option! If you would like to join us but aren't able to attend on April 5, you can still help us deliver our mission by running on your treadmill or favorite trail close to home!
*In person participants will receive a t-shirt and finishers medal
DEADLINE TO SIGN-UP AND RECEIVE A T-SHIRT IS MARCH 9, 2025
REGISTRATION OPENS AT 8:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 9:30 AM
DAY OF EVENT SIGN-UPS ARE: $50 for the 5K and $45 for the 1-Mile Fun Run
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS - Post your pictures of your run/walk and tag us!! We will randomly pick someone to receive an Amazon gift card!!!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$50.20
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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (10:15AM EDT)
$44.90
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5K or 1 Mile Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee
$34.30
This year we have added a virtual option, so everyone near and far can help us deliver our mission!! Post pictures of your run/walk and we will randomly pick someone to receive an Amazon gift card!!!
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