The Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship 5K Run
- Date Sat 24th February 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Graniteville, South Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 1st Annual Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship 5K Run on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in Graniteville, Aiken! This exciting event kicks off at 8 AM with a spirited 3.1-mile race, followed by a Fun Run at 9 AM, making it perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. This family-friendly occasion not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also supports a noble cause, as proceeds will benefit the Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship, honoring two dedicated Aiken police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
The race will take place at the USCA Convocation Center, with packet pickup available the day before at the USC Aiken Starbucks or on race day before the event. Each 5K participant will receive a t-shirt, and medals will be awarded to finalists. So come out, enjoy the camaraderie, and make a difference in the lives of students pursuing careers in criminal justice. Plus, don't miss the Homecoming Tailgate and the thrilling baseball game against Tampa later in the day. Mark your calendars for this uplifting event on February 24th!
The race will take place at the USCA Convocation Center, with packet pickup available the day before at the USC Aiken Starbucks or on race day before the event. Each 5K participant will receive a t-shirt, and medals will be awarded to finalists. So come out, enjoy the camaraderie, and make a difference in the lives of students pursuing careers in criminal justice. Plus, don't miss the Homecoming Tailgate and the thrilling baseball game against Tampa later in the day. Mark your calendars for this uplifting event on February 24th!
Organiser's Description
PACKET PICKUP INFO
You are welcome to pick up your race packet the day before the race at the Starbucks inside the Student Activity Center on the campus of USC Aiken. Volunteers will be on-site from 3-6:30PM.
USC Aiken Starbucks
471 University Pkwy
Aiken, SC 29803
The morning of the race you will pick up your packet near the starting line at the USCA Convocation Center. Volunteers will be on site from 6:30AM-7:50AM.
USCA Convocation Center
2049 Champion Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
The University of South Carolina Aiken is proud to announce its 1ST ANNUAL HOMECOMING 5K RUN AND FUN RUN TO BENEFIT THE SANDY ROGERS AND SCOTTY RICHARDSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP on campus on Saturday, February 24. The 5K starts at 8AM and the Fun Run at 9AM.
Proceeds from this 3.1-mile run will benefit The Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship honors two Aiken police officers who were tragically killed in the line of duty over a period of two months in 2011 and 2012. Awarded by the sociology program at USC Aiken, preference is given to students who are pursuing a career in criminal justice with a demonstrated financial need.
Dr. Christine Wernet, chair of the sociology department at USC Aiken, taught Scotty Richardson 05 when he was a student in the sociology program. This scholarship is very important to me, Wernet says, Its a fitting tribute to the fallen officers who meant so much to Aiken County. Criminology and Criminal Justice is a leading interest for students who major in sociology at USC Aiken. This is a meaningful scholarship for our students that makes a difference in their lives.
The Homecoming 5K Run and Fun Run is a family-friendly event, with race participation being open to all ages and abilities. Each 5K participant receives a t-shirt and finalists receive medals. This will be a chipped time race.
Event Schedule
* February 24 7:50AM Opening Ceremony
* February 24 8:00AM Race Start
* February 24 9:00AM One Mile Fun Run
The race starts at the Convocation Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
After the race, please stay on campus for a Homecoming Tailgate and stay for the baseball game versus Tampa at 3PM.
You are welcome to pick up your race packet the day before the race at the Starbucks inside the Student Activity Center on the campus of USC Aiken. Volunteers will be on-site from 3-6:30PM.
USC Aiken Starbucks
471 University Pkwy
Aiken, SC 29803
The morning of the race you will pick up your packet near the starting line at the USCA Convocation Center. Volunteers will be on site from 6:30AM-7:50AM.
USCA Convocation Center
2049 Champion Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
The University of South Carolina Aiken is proud to announce its 1ST ANNUAL HOMECOMING 5K RUN AND FUN RUN TO BENEFIT THE SANDY ROGERS AND SCOTTY RICHARDSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP on campus on Saturday, February 24. The 5K starts at 8AM and the Fun Run at 9AM.
Proceeds from this 3.1-mile run will benefit The Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship honors two Aiken police officers who were tragically killed in the line of duty over a period of two months in 2011 and 2012. Awarded by the sociology program at USC Aiken, preference is given to students who are pursuing a career in criminal justice with a demonstrated financial need.
Dr. Christine Wernet, chair of the sociology department at USC Aiken, taught Scotty Richardson 05 when he was a student in the sociology program. This scholarship is very important to me, Wernet says, Its a fitting tribute to the fallen officers who meant so much to Aiken County. Criminology and Criminal Justice is a leading interest for students who major in sociology at USC Aiken. This is a meaningful scholarship for our students that makes a difference in their lives.
The Homecoming 5K Run and Fun Run is a family-friendly event, with race participation being open to all ages and abilities. Each 5K participant receives a t-shirt and finalists receive medals. This will be a chipped time race.
Event Schedule
* February 24 7:50AM Opening Ceremony
* February 24 8:00AM Race Start
* February 24 9:00AM One Mile Fun Run
The race starts at the Convocation Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
After the race, please stay on campus for a Homecoming Tailgate and stay for the baseball game versus Tampa at 3PM.
Races
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General Public Signup for 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th February 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
CLOSEDProceeds from this 3.1-mile trail run will benefit The Sandy Rogers and Scotty Richardson Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship honors two Aiken police officers who were tragically killed in the line of duty over a period of two months in 2011 and 2012. Awarded by the sociology program at USC Aiken, preference is given to students who are pursuing a career in criminal justice with a demonstrated financial need. -
USC Aiken Student Signup for 5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th February 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
First Responders and USC Aiken Faculty and Staff Signup for 5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th February 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th February 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
CLOSEDImmediately following the 5K. All runners receive a participation prize.
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