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15th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K

May 3, 2025 McNair Field 214 McNair Drive Forest City, NC 28043

Student price only $10!!

Leader of the Pack 5K

$25
($10: Ages 1 - 18)
8:30AM EDT Price increases after April 18, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
Run where you are

DIY 5K

$25
($10: Ages 1 - 18)
Registration ends May 3, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT

Race Info

Join us for the 15th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K run/walk - Saturday May 3, 2025, 8:30 a.m. at McNair Field in Forest City, NC.   Not able to join us on race day? Sign up for the DIY (Virtual) 5K. You may choose to run/walk any course at your convenience.

Registration:
Now until April 18, 2025: Adults: $25, Students [Age 18 & under]: $10
April 19, 2025 until Race Day (May 3, 2025): Adults $30, Students [Age 18 & under]: $15 
Race shirt guaranteed if registered by April 18, 2025. After this date, shirts will be available while supplies last on race day. 
 
Packet Pick Up:
Friday, May 2, 2025: 3:00-6:00 p.m., McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City 
Race Day: 6:30 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.,McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City 

Awards

5K Awards:
Top Overall Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) 
Top Masters [40+] Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)
Age Group Awards (1st, 2nd,& 3rd) Male/Female in the following age groups: 
0-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

School Participation Awards
Get ready for some friendly competition! Trophies will be awarded to the top three schools with the highest percentage of participation—every participant counts! Whether you're a student, staff member, family member, or community supporter, as long as you're registered with your school's affiliation, YOU help boost their chances of victory. It's all about getting out there and showing school spirit!. Be sure to join your school's team during registration and let's make it a race to remember!

Why We Run

The Leader of the Pack 5K is proudly hosted by the Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation! Explore our mission and goals to see how we're making a lasting impact on our community.

Every step you take helps fund vital programs like the RCS Backpack Program, Helping Hands for Homeless Students, Robotics, and Project STEAM—all aimed at supporting students and enhancing their learning experience. Your participation directly supports these life-changing initiatives. Run with purpose and make a difference! 

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