WHO WE ARE - The “Run with the Heroes” 5K is a race with a purpose...It's more than just winning! It was designed to bring communities together with first responders, to honor fallen heroes of emergency services and show support for their families. Emergency responders are one large family, and each year “Run with the Heroes” honors a fallen brother or sister. In remembrance of Austin Police Officer Amy Donovan, one of our own, read more at www.sotx.org
Each year, Austin Police officers team with Special Olympics Texas’ athletes to run the “Flame of Hope” to the Opening Ceremonies of Special Olympics Games. In the spirit of the partnership with the Law Enforcement Torch Run, “Run with the Heroes” is honored to donate its proceeds to Special Olympics Texas’ athletes and their goals!
TIMING - This is a chip timed event. Timing provided by RunFar, Austin, Tx. If you do NOT own your own timing chip, you MUST pick up a timing chip at the RunFar tent near the start line. You will NOT be included in the results if you do NOT wear a timing chip!
AWARDS - We will recognize the top three male and female overall masters, and top three open male and open female finishers in the following age groups with a commemorative medal:
• 14 and under • 15–19 • 5 year age groups from 20 to 65+.
Medals will be awarded to the three male and female participants using wheelchairs. All SOTX athletes will receive a ribbon.
Peace Officer, Fire and EMS Awards*: • The top three male and female finishers in each category will receive medals. • The top three male and female masters in each category will receive medals. • Your credentials will be verified at the awards ceremony; bring your department identification with you.
REGISTRATION FEES - Pre-Registration by June 3rd $25. Late Registration or Event Day $30.
Special Olympics Texas Donations $_________ (make checks payable to: Special Olympics Texas • Attn: 2009 Run with the Hereos 5k • 7715 Chevy Chase Dr • Suite 120 • Austin, Tx 78752
PACKET PICK-UP - RunTex • 422 W. Riverside • Austin, TX 78704 • 512.472.3254
SCHEDULE
Friday, June 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Race Day • Sunday • June 7, 2009
6:45 am - Registration and Packet Pick Up
8:00 am - 5K Start
Post-Race Awards and Celebration
Check In and Race Start and Finish at: Waterloo Ice House at Southpark Meadows • 9600 IH-35 South • Austin, TX
Parking: "Target" Stores parking lot
WAIVER - In consideration of your participation in this race and acceptance of this entry form, I hereby release the sponsors, officials, owners of the facilities used for this race and any and all groups, people or facilities connected with the "Run With The Hereos 5K" at Southpark Meadows for any and all injuries by me at said race. I further certify that I am physically fit to participate in the run. I grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my (and my child's) name, or photographs, videotapes, or other recordings or participation in this event, without obligatin or liability to me (and my child). I also understand that entry fees are not refundable. I have read this agreement carefully, understand it, and certify my agreement by my selections above.
