THE ROCKETSHOT 5K (in memory of Jamie McHenry)
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Roswell, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating RocketShot 5K on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Roswell, Fulton! This certified Peachtree Road Race course is a fantastic opportunity to honor the memory of Jamie McHenry, a vibrant young soul who tragically lost his life in 2013. Participants can look forward to an exciting day filled with community spirit, as all proceeds from the event will support youth athletic scholarships, character awards, and vital school improvements in the North Fulton area.
The RocketShot 5K is not just a race; it’s a celebration! Runners will compete for over $500 in Dick's Sporting Goods Bonus Cash, while kids can enjoy a Fun Run, receiving medals for their participation. The race route will be alive with the sounds of live music, and once you've crossed the finish line, indulge in delicious food and refreshments back at the stadium. Plus, don't miss the chance to participate in the silent auction and raffle for some fantastic prizes. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and community support!
The RocketShot 5K is not just a race; it’s a celebration! Runners will compete for over $500 in Dick's Sporting Goods Bonus Cash, while kids can enjoy a Fun Run, receiving medals for their participation. The race route will be alive with the sounds of live music, and once you've crossed the finish line, indulge in delicious food and refreshments back at the stadium. Plus, don't miss the chance to participate in the silent auction and raffle for some fantastic prizes. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and community support!
Organiser's Description
This Certified Peachtree Road Race 5k course, is a 5k to to honor the memory of Jamie McHenry, our 13 year old son who was hit and killed by a car on a Spring Break trip in 2013. All proceeds are used to award youth athletic scholarships , character awards and school improvements in the North Fulton area. Race includes 5k race with over $500 in Dick's Sporting Goods Bonus Cash for winners, Fun Run for the kids (with medals for all participants), live music on the race route, food and refreshments back at the stadium, silent auction and raffle.
Races
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ROCKETSHOT 5K (3.1 Mile Run/Walk)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.10
THE ROCKETSHOT 5K IS A PEACHTREE CERTIFIED 5K COURSE AND A FUN, COMMUNITY EVENT TO HONOR JAMIE MCHENRY, OUR 13 YEAR OLD SON, WHO WAS HIT AND KILLED BY A CAR DURING A SPRING BREAK TRIP IN 2013. JAMIE WAS A PASSIONATE LACROSSE PLAYER WITH THE NICKNAME, "ROCKETSHOT" FOR THE VELOCITY OF HIS SHOT ON GOAL. ALL PROCEEDS ARE USED TO AWARD ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS, CHARACTER AWARDS AND SCHOOL IMPROVEMENTS! -
Rocketshot Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$22.20
THE ROCKETSHOT 5K (in memory of Jamie McHenry)
