Volusia County Schools Home Run 5k
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Daytona Beach, Florida
Free–$27.50 · 5 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Volusia County Schools Home Run 5K on Saturday, April 13, 2024! Taking place at the beautiful Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach, this vibrant event invites participants to enjoy a scenic course that winds along the stunning Halifax Harbor Marina and historic Beach Street. The race kicks off at 8 AM, followed by a Kids Fun Run around the bases at 9:15 AM.
This family-friendly event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports local youth, with proceeds benefiting Volusia County Schools' high school track and field programs. The first 300 finishers will receive baseball-themed finisher medals, along with T-shirts and swag bags! With music, light refreshments, and a lively atmosphere, the Home Run 5K promises a morning filled with camaraderie and community spirit. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and family bonding in sunny Daytona Beach!
This family-friendly event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports local youth, with proceeds benefiting Volusia County Schools' high school track and field programs. The first 300 finishers will receive baseball-themed finisher medals, along with T-shirts and swag bags! With music, light refreshments, and a lively atmosphere, the Home Run 5K promises a morning filled with camaraderie and community spirit. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and family bonding in sunny Daytona Beach!
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Races
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5k Run/Walk for Community Members
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$27.50
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5k Run/Walk for Volusia County School Employees (ID required)
Incl. T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
Free
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5k Run/Walk for Volusia County School Employee Family Members (ID required)
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$11.60
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5k Run/Walk for Volusia County School Students (ID required)
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$11.60
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Kids (12 and Under) Run Bases
Incl. T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
Free
Organiser's description
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DESCRIPTION
The Volusia County Schools Home Run 5K course will take you by the beautiful Halifax Harbor Marina, along the City of Daytona Beach walking trails, and down historical Beach Street.
The morning & events will include a race start by the Daytona Tortugas mascot Sheldon and a Kids Fun Run around the bases! T-shirts, swag bags, and baseball themed Finisher Medals to the first 300 finishers, will make this race a Home Run for all! All of this, combined with music and light food, promises to be a morning of fun for the entire family at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, home of the Daytona Tortugas! Walkers are welcome!
Proceeds from the race will benefit and be divided equally amongst all Volusia County Schools high school track and field programs. Spend a morning with friends, family or co-workers; promote good health, friendship, camaraderie and the thrill of participating together, and supporting our local youths.
MAIN SPONSORS Florida Health Care Plans and Volusia County Schools Wellness Program
WHEN Saturday, April 13th, 5k Race Starts: 8 AM, Kids Run the Bases: 9:15 AM
WHERE Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
ENTRY FEES
COMMUNITY MEMBERS: $25
VOLUSIA COUNTY SCHOOLS (VCS) EMPLOYEES: FREE
VCS EMPLOYEE FAMILY MEMBERS: $10
VCS STUDENTS: $10, KIDS RUN BASES (12 AND UNDER): FREE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, April 12th from 5 PM to 7 PM- DeLand Administrative Complex, 200 N. Clara Ave., DeLand.
Runners may pick-up their packet and register in-person on the morning of the race from 7 AM until 7:45 AM at Jackie Robinson Ballpark (online and pre-race packet pick-up are highly encouraged). VCS Employees and Students must bring their VCS issued or student I.D. to packet pick-up or in-person registration.
RACE START: 8 AM
KIDS RUN THE BASES: 9:15 AM
AWARDS CEREMONY: 9:30 AM
TIMING & SCORING The race will be professionally scored and timed at the start and finish by Hasselmania Productions LLC. The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Results will be posted at the race and then online immediately following the race at www.RaceSmith.com
AWARDS AWARDS IN FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: OVERALL, MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS AND THE TOP THREE FINISHERS IN 15 CATEGORIES FOR MALE AND 15 CATEGORIES FOR FEMALE.
VCS Employee Schools/Departments will receive wellness funds for the top five teams with the highest participation for their school/department at: 1st place: $450, 2nd: $350, 3rd: $250, 4th: $150, 5th: $100
DESCRIPTION
The Volusia County Schools Home Run 5K course will take you by the beautiful Halifax Harbor Marina, along the City of Daytona Beach walking trails, and down historical Beach Street.
The morning & events will include a race start by the Daytona Tortugas mascot Sheldon and a Kids Fun Run around the bases! T-shirts, swag bags, and baseball themed Finisher Medals to the first 300 finishers, will make this race a Home Run for all! All of this, combined with music and light food, promises to be a morning of fun for the entire family at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, home of the Daytona Tortugas! Walkers are welcome!
Proceeds from the race will benefit and be divided equally amongst all Volusia County Schools high school track and field programs. Spend a morning with friends, family or co-workers; promote good health, friendship, camaraderie and the thrill of participating together, and supporting our local youths.
MAIN SPONSORS Florida Health Care Plans and Volusia County Schools Wellness Program
WHEN Saturday, April 13th, 5k Race Starts: 8 AM, Kids Run the Bases: 9:15 AM
WHERE Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
ENTRY FEES
COMMUNITY MEMBERS: $25
VOLUSIA COUNTY SCHOOLS (VCS) EMPLOYEES: FREE
VCS EMPLOYEE FAMILY MEMBERS: $10
VCS STUDENTS: $10, KIDS RUN BASES (12 AND UNDER): FREE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, April 12th from 5 PM to 7 PM- DeLand Administrative Complex, 200 N. Clara Ave., DeLand.
Runners may pick-up their packet and register in-person on the morning of the race from 7 AM until 7:45 AM at Jackie Robinson Ballpark (online and pre-race packet pick-up are highly encouraged). VCS Employees and Students must bring their VCS issued or student I.D. to packet pick-up or in-person registration.
RACE START: 8 AM
KIDS RUN THE BASES: 9:15 AM
AWARDS CEREMONY: 9:30 AM
TIMING & SCORING The race will be professionally scored and timed at the start and finish by Hasselmania Productions LLC. The race will be timed using disposable, electronic tags attached to the bib number. Please wear your bib number to the front, pinned at all four corners, visible, and unaltered. Results will be posted at the race and then online immediately following the race at www.RaceSmith.com
AWARDS AWARDS IN FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: OVERALL, MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS AND THE TOP THREE FINISHERS IN 15 CATEGORIES FOR MALE AND 15 CATEGORIES FOR FEMALE.
VCS Employee Schools/Departments will receive wellness funds for the top five teams with the highest participation for their school/department at: 1st place: $450, 2nd: $350, 3rd: $250, 4th: $150, 5th: $100
Location
Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach, 32114, FL, United States
Volusia County Schools Home Run 5k
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