Events
Description
The Upper Perkiomen Spikes Club invites all Upper Perkiomen Alumni, including former students, employees, and family, to our inaugural Alumni 5K race at the Upper Perkiomen High School.
Come out to this reunion event which supports the Cross Country and Track & Field Programs at Upper Perkiomen.
About This Race
Come one, come all! Whether you participated in the Cross Country or Track & Field programs while you were at Upper Perk or not, come join fellow alumni and friends as we race to raise funds for the Spikes Club. (What is the Spikes Club? - see below). All proceeds from the TRIBE PRIDE Alumni 5K will benefit the Upper Perkiomen Cross Country and Track & Field programs.
Date & Time
Saturday, August 1, 2020. The 5K begins at 8:00 a.m.; the 1M Fun Run begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. The race will take place rain or shine.
Location
The start area is located across the street from the High School tennis courts.
Registration
The entry fee for the 5K is $25 through June 27, $30 June 28 - July 31, and $35 on race day. Registration on race day begins at 7:00 a.m. Registrations received by Saturday, July 18th will be guaranteed a race t-shirt. Want to save money and get a FREE T-Shirt? . . . Advance registration is strongly encouraged.
The Fun Run is for ages 10 and under with no entry fee and no t-shirt.
If you would like to purchase t-shirts on your own for those not receiving a shirt, there are also youth sizes available for purchase up until Saturday, July 18th at https://____(new link pending completion of store) . You will pick up those purchases at check-in the day of the event.
There may be a supply of shirts available for purchase at the event, but availability and sizes are not guaranteed.
Sleep In to Help the Spikes Club
Not a morning person? Out of town the day of the Alumni 5K? Can’t get a sitter for the kids? For those who prefer to snooze rather than lace up their running shoes, sign up for the “Sleep In for the Spikes Club” option of the Alumni 5K and help raise funds from home or wherever you’ll be on August 3rd! Support the program from the comfort of your own bed and still have an impact on Upper Perkiomen Cross Country and Track & Field students.
Participants who register for this program will receive a TRIBE PRIDE Alumni 5K t-shirt and, best of all, everything will be mailed to you. Deadline to be guaranteed a t-shirt in your size is Saturday, July 18th.
Register as a “Sleep In” participant, by choosing “Sleep In for the Spikes Club" option, and follow the steps to register.
Don't need another t-shirt, but still want to help? . . . Financial donations are also accepted, just click the black 'Donate' button at the top of this page.
Race Course
This 5k will be run on the same course (with slight changes throughout the years) that the High School has used for the last 11 or 12 years.
Check-in
Each pre-registered participant will receive a packet containing an event t-shirt and number bib at check-in, which will begin at 7:00 a.m. on race day.
Signing-up the day of the race? Payments can be made with a credit card, cash or checks made out to 'Spikes Club' and REMEMBER - waivers must be signed by a parent or adult guardian for all participants under 18 years old.
Awards
The possibilities are nearly endless when it comes to awards - that's why we do not have all the information about this aspect of the race as of yet. As soon as we finalize the details about awards we will post it here.
Bring your donation for The Open Link
While we are getting alumni together for this event, we would also like to give you an opportunity to give back to your community.
Please bring items to donate to The Open Link along with you when you register.
Click on the Open Link image below to see exactly what the most recent Food Pantry and Personal Item top needs are.
Thank You in advance for bringing your contribution(s) the day of this reunion event.
What is the 'Spikes Club'?
The Spikes Club is an organization established in 2006 to create a supportive environment for the coaches, athletes and parents of the Upper Perkiomen Cross Country and Track & Field teams. This club is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides financial support, administrative assistance, coordination of social activities and philanthropic efforts.
Fundraising is an important aspect of Upper Perkiomen’s Athletic Programs as it provides critical funding. As athletic budgets are cut, organizations like the Spikes Club raise funds so our athletes will not go without or lose past experiences. Fundraising is essentially the lifeblood of the Spikes Club and accounts for all of this group's income. These proceeds can make a huge impact on the Cross Country and Track & Field programs provided to our athletes.
Past funding provided for things like sports equipment, winter track expenses, coaching needs, food/beverages and special team bonding events.
Looking forward, the Spikes Club is raising funds for any items needed for upcoming seasons along with all of the above.
Please remember, even small donations make an impact and any help to make fundraising efforts a success for the team is monumental.
Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference. - Kathy Calvin
Would you like to be a sponsor of this event next year?
Are there any local businesses willing to provide products, services or finances that might help improve the quality of this Alumni race? This is the first year we are having this event, but would like to provide this opportunity for Alumni to get together again next year. If you would be interested in sponsoring this event in the future please contact the Spikes Club at spikesclubuphs@gmail.com.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Place
2 Walt Road
Pennsburg, PA US 18073
Directions
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