Event Information
About This Event
The Race for Warriors 5k is being hosted by the St. Wolfgang House at Guardian Angels Central Catholic. All proceeds from the event will benefit veteran programs in the area. One-hundred percent of the proceeds will be donated. NOTE: At this time, Sept. 25th, we cannot guarantee any new registrants or same-day registrants a T-Shirt. We have extras that will be given at a first-come, first-served basis.
Race and Route
The race is a fun run/walk. Participants should feel free to run, walk, or do any combination throughout the race. The race will begin in front of the GACC cafeteria on Niphon street between Walnut and Bridge streets. The route is 5 kilometers long, or 3.1 miles. Signs will be planted along the route to guide runners and there will also be student volunteers to help runners along the way. Water tables will be set up along the route, as well.
Awards
Trophies will be awarded to the top Men's and Women's overall finisher. Medals will also be presented to the top 2 finishers for both men and women in each of the following age divisions:
<15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Parking
Entrants should park in the following lots:
-GACC school parking lot, 319 E Decatur directly North of the high school
-St. Mary's church parking lot on the corner of Monitor and Walnut streets
-GACC dirt lot directly west of school, entrance to lot is from Decatur street
Signs and students will be located at each lot to assist drivers
Check-in
Runners will check-in in the GACC auditorium--GYM ENTRANCE. Entrance is on Walnut street. Signs will be posted. Here you will receive your T-shirt and bib number.
Kids' Fun Run
The 1 mile kids' fun run is for those children wanting to run but can't quite finish a 5k yet. Participants will run with high school students and will always be supervised along their route. All participants will receive a medal and t-shirt.
Children Activities
Feel like running but don't know what to do with your kids? Bring them and let us watch them while you run! Our students (with adult supervision) will play games and do projects with them in the GACC gym until you finish. All you'll need to do is let us know at check-in.
Breakfast and Awards
After the race, breakfast will be served in the GACC cafeteria for all runners. Breakfast is included with your registration fee. Once everyone is finished with the race, we will present awards.
If you are with someone who did not register to run but wishes to eat, we will have a free-will offering for the breakfast.
About the House of St. Wolfgang
St. Wolfgang House is a student organization at Guardian Angels Central Catholic consisting of 42 current students and 17 alumni, as well as a teacher acting as house Dean and two other staff advisors. We focus our efforts on service, knowledge, faith, and family. We hold various service projects throughout the year as well as family and faith-building activities. If you would like to learn more about the House of St. Wolfgang or are in need of any service, please contact Matt Schlaebitz at mschlaebitz@gaccbluejays.org or by calling the school at 402-372-5326, or check us out on Facebook and Twitter.
"Crux Mihi Ancora" (The Cross is my Anchor)
Our Sponsors and Donors
We'd like to thank our generous sponsors and donors. Look for their signs along the route on race day. Please support their businesses!
Corporate Co-Sponsor:
KTIC Radio AM 840/107.9 The Bull
Table Sponsors:
Quality Printing
Don Wietfeld & Sons Hay Grinding
West Point Travel Plaza
A/C Lightning Protection
Kaup Seed and Fertilizer
F&M Bank
Edward Jones-Mike Bailey
Meiergerd Construction
West Point Monument
VFW Adrian Kaup Post 4912 (West Point)
American Legion Post 70 (West Point)
Inspro Insurance
Harry Knobbe Feed Yards
Shirt Sponsors:
Davis Family Auto
Engelhardt TV
Schmader Electric
Beed Transportation
Lincoln Street Market
Charter West Bank
Tom's Rexxal Drug
Minnick Funeral Home
Schmitt's Clothing
Nutrient Advisors
Citizen's State Bank
Rick and Jayne Wimer
Donations:
West Point News
Schuetze Plumbing
Red Door Coffee