Willie McCool Memorial Half-Marathon, 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Lubbock, Texas
- Price $27.53 - $64.66
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Willie McCool Memorial Half-Marathon, 5K, and 10K taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas! This exciting event returns to its original course, offering a unique opportunity to honor the legacy of Willie McCool, the Space Shuttle Columbia pilot and a proud Lubbock native. Runners of all ages and skill levels can choose from three distances: the challenging half-marathon, the invigorating 10K, and the fun-filled 5K, each set against the stunning backdrop of the Silent Wings Museum.
As you embark on your journey, prepare to be inspired by the beautiful Lubbock landscape. The half-marathon will guide you through the Lubbock Business Park and the picturesque tree-lined Lubbock Country Club, culminating in a scenic re-entry through the peaceful countryside. Meanwhile, the 5K and 10K courses will have you exploring the Galactic wonders of Lubbock before returning triumphantly to the Launch Pad at the museum. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable race and join us in celebrating both the spirit of running and the memory of a true hero!
As you embark on your journey, prepare to be inspired by the beautiful Lubbock landscape. The half-marathon will guide you through the Lubbock Business Park and the picturesque tree-lined Lubbock Country Club, culminating in a scenic re-entry through the peaceful countryside. Meanwhile, the 5K and 10K courses will have you exploring the Galactic wonders of Lubbock before returning triumphantly to the Launch Pad at the museum. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable race and join us in celebrating both the spirit of running and the memory of a true hero!
Organiser's Description
THE WILLIE MCCOOL WILL BE BACK ON THE ORIGINAL COURSE IN 2025!
The Silent Wings Museum provides the perfect backdrop to imagine your run taking you out of this world. Willie McCool was the Pilot of the Space Shuttle Columbia (January February 2003), a graduate of Lubbocks Coronado High School (1979) and loved running. His legacy will inspire runners, both old and new and we are proud and honored to dedicate this race to his memory.
The half marathon course will have you traveling into outer space through the Lubbock Business Park, past the tree-lined Lubbock Country Club and re-entry through the Lubbock countryside west of the airport. Your mission on the 5K/10K course is to travel around the Galaxy and safely return to the Launch Pad/Finish Line at the Silent Wings Museum. As you run either course, you will discover the world according to Lubbock is, indeed, flat.
The Silent Wings Museum provides the perfect backdrop to imagine your run taking you out of this world. Willie McCool was the Pilot of the Space Shuttle Columbia (January February 2003), a graduate of Lubbocks Coronado High School (1979) and loved running. His legacy will inspire runners, both old and new and we are proud and honored to dedicate this race to his memory.
The half marathon course will have you traveling into outer space through the Lubbock Business Park, past the tree-lined Lubbock Country Club and re-entry through the Lubbock countryside west of the airport. Your mission on the 5K/10K course is to travel around the Galaxy and safely return to the Launch Pad/Finish Line at the Silent Wings Museum. As you run either course, you will discover the world according to Lubbock is, indeed, flat.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.66 Fee & Short-Sleeve Technical T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$64.66
OPENS 21 APRMANDATORY PACKET PICKUP! To help race day go as smooth as possible we appreciate everyone picking up their race day packet before race day! PICKUP LOCATION: QUARTER FOUR, 6524 Slide Road, Lubbock PICKUP DATE/TIME: Friday - September 26, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm *if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, please email [email protected] by September 24, 2025. We will hold your packet for race day pick up. -
10k
Incl. $3.44 Fee & Short-Sleeve Technical T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$43.44
OPENS 21 APRMANDATORY PACKET PICKUP! To help race day go as smooth as possible we appreciate everyone picking up their race day packet before race day! PICKUP LOCATION: QUARTER FOUR, 6524 Slide Road, Lubbock PICKUP DATE/TIME: Friday - September 26, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm *if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, please email [email protected] by September 24, 2025. We will hold your packet for race day pick up. -
5k
Incl. $2.83 Fee & Short-Sleeve Technical T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.83
OPENS 21 APRMANDATORY PACKET PICKUP! To help race day go as smooth as possible we appreciate everyone picking up their race day packet before race day! PICKUP LOCATION: QUARTER FOUR, 6524 Slide Road, Lubbock PICKUP DATE/TIME: Friday - September 26, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm *if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, please email [email protected] by September 24, 2025. We will hold your packet for race day pick up. -
Youth (12 and Under) - 5K
Incl. $2.53 Fee & Short-Sleeve Technical T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.53
OPENS 21 APRMANDATORY PACKET PICKUP! To help race day go as smooth as possible we appreciate everyone picking up their race day packet before race day! PICKUP LOCATION: QUARTER FOUR, 6524 Slide Road, Lubbock PICKUP DATE/TIME: Friday - September 26, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm *if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, please email [email protected] by September 24, 2025. We will hold your packet for race day pick up. -
Youth (12 and Under) - 10K
Incl. $2.53 Fee & Short-Sleeve Technical T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$27.53
OPENS 21 APRMANDATORY PACKET PICKUP! To help race day go as smooth as possible we appreciate everyone picking up their race day packet before race day! PICKUP LOCATION: QUARTER FOUR, 6524 Slide Road, Lubbock PICKUP DATE/TIME: Friday - September 26, 2025 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm *if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, please email [email protected] by September 24, 2025. We will hold your packet for race day pick up.
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