Course

The course will start in front of the Jackson Middle School, proceed through town and finish on the Jackson City School Track.

Entry Fees

Registration:  $40 (Entry fee includes chip timing, Finisher's medal to the first 100 registered) Pre-register by July 29th to be guaranteed a race day shirt, we will have limited sizes and quantities available on race day.

Late registration and bib pick up will begin at 8:00 am

*Cross Country and Track teams please email finishline@jcs.k12.oh.us to receive special pricing before registering

Age Groups

Awards

Finisher's medal to the first 100 registered participants

Overall Winner Award

Awards to the 1st place Male and Female winners in the below age categories: (Excludes the Overall Winner)

Youth - Age 17 and under

Adult - Age 18-39

Masters - Age 40-59

Senior - Age 60 and over

Charity Information

All proceeds go to the Jackson Finish Line Boosters to support the Jackson City School's Cross Country and Track and Field teams.

More Information

Our 5K this year and going forward will be honoring the memory of Elyse Black. Elyse ran XC and track for Jackson High School and Northern Kentucky University.

Elyse was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, granddaughter and friend. She was known for her immense kindness, beautiful soul, sense of humor, and dedication to her friends and family. Her running journey was a testament to her resilience and strength, qualities that resonated with all who knew her. Her dedication to the sport mirrored her approach to everything she did - with passion and unwavering commitment.

Elyse graduated from Jackson High School in 2015 and attended Northern Kentucky University where she had a full athletic scholarship to run cross country and track. In High School, Elyse was voted "Biggest Heart" and "Most Athletic." Elyse was a kind, loving, beautiful person. She established new school records in the 1600 meter and 3200 meter track events at Jackson High School. Elyse was named the most improved cross country runner for 2017 by the Northern Kentucky University. Elyse currently ranks 4th on NKU's all-time cross country 5K list and ranks 7th on the all-time cross country 6K list for 2018. Elyse also holds indoor track records at NKU for the 3000 meter and the Distance Medley Relay for 2019. Elyse was an All-Horizon League Distance Medley Relay team member for 2018 and 2019 seasons.

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