Kerstetter 5K Memorial Run & 1 Mile Walk

07/19/2024

📷 The photos from the Kerstetter 5K are now LIVE on our website! A huge THANK YOU to Police Pictures for capturing our event!

Link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

07/15/2024

Thank you The Chronicle-Telegram for covering the Kerstetter 5K on Saturday!

The 14th annual James Kerstetter Memorial 5K honors Sgt. James Kerstetter, a 16-year department veteran killed in the line of duty on March 15, 2010. Kerstetter had responded to a disturbance on 18th Street and ended a home, where he was shot. He was able to radio for backup, but was later pronounce...

07/13/2024

Another one in the books!!!

There aren’t enough words to express how much today meant to all of us. We can’t thank EVERYONE enough for their support. Thank you to our sponsors, Elyria Fire Department, LifeCare Ambulance, our volunteers, all of the Law Enforcement Officers, runners, walkers and everyone in between.

Today, our community came together honor and remember Jim’s legacy. We will never forget. We hope to see everyone next year! From the bottom of our heart, thank you for making today one we will never forget.

07/13/2024

07/13/2024

AND THEY’RE OFF!! 💨

07/12/2024

🧊🍌💧WOW!! We can’t thank Sam's Club enough for their super generous donation! Thank you so much Debi, Jeff and the entire team for their support of the Kerstetter 5K! We’re almost ready for tomorrow!

07/10/2024

Important Packet Pickup Information:

𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐔𝐏 will be available 6:00pm - 9:00pm Friday, July 12, 2024 at 18 West Avenue Elyria, OH 44035 in the Community Room (enter through the front of the Elyria police department).

𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐔𝐏 will be available starting at 6:30am and will conclude at 8am sharp at 18 West Avenue Elyria, Ohio 44025 in the Community Room.

Don't forget to check-in! Your individual QR code will be scanned to get your registration information. Print your QR code or have it available on your phone when you arrive.

it's not too late! Sign up today and join us on Saturday: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/30/2024

REMINDER! Today is the last day to secure your t-shirt! You can still sign up but we may run out of your size! The store will also be closing tonight at midnight!

Last call for Kerstetter 5K T-shirts! We will stop taking orders at midnight on 6/30/2024.

We have added a store option to the website, you can order a shirt to support the event, even if you are not participating. Shirts must be picked up at either the early packet pick up event on July 12th or by 0800 the day of the race (July 13th). Sorry but we can not ship shirts out. Thank you again for your continued support!

Shop or sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/27/2024

Last call for Kerstetter 5K T-shirts! We will stop taking orders at midnight on 6/30/2024.

We have added a store option to the website, you can order a shirt to support the event, even if you are not participating. Shirts must be picked up at either the early packet pick up event on July 12th or by 0800 the day of the race (July 13th). Sorry but we can not ship shirts out. Thank you again for your continued support!

Shop or sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/26/2024

This is your reminder to sign up and receive your size t-shirt! It's almost race day and we don't want you to miss out! Hope to see you Saturday, July 13th!

https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/25/2024

🏅The medals have arrived and the t-shirts are almost finalized! Have you signed up for the Kerstetter 5K on Saturday, July 13th?

Secure your medal & t-shirt today: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/18/2024

NEW ✨ CERTIFIED✨ COURSE!

We're excited to announce that there will be a new course this year for the Kerstetter 5k & it's certified! We heard your feedback and we will be incorporating Elywood Park and the Lorain County Metro Parks foot bridge and walking path. The final mile of the course will include a steep climb out, also known as "heartbreak hill". It's a beautiful and scenic course and we hope you will join us! See the course map below!

Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/14/2024

Sign up for the Kerstetter 5K Memorial Run on Saturday, July 13th to receive the medal & a 2024 race t-shirt!

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

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06/11/2024

💙 THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

We have received an overwhelming amount of support from our community and although this is not the complete list of sponsors, we'd like to take a moment and say THANK YOU.

Sign up today for the Kerstetter 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, July 13th: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

06/06/2024

CHECK IT OUT 🏅 Here’s a look at the Kerstetter 5K Medal!

Sign up for the Kerstetter 5K Memorial Run on Saturday, July 13th to receive this medal & a 2024 race t-shirt!

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K

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06/05/2024

‼️ Volunteers Needed for the Kerstetter 5K ‼️
We're looking for volunteers or organizations to help with the Kerstetter 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on July 13th! Responsibilities may include:
- Race Day Set up
- Race Day Registration
- Route Water Stations
- Finish Line Water Station

If you or an organization you know is interested, please send us a message with your name and email so we can contact you! 😃

06/04/2024

Attention All Law Enforcement Agencies‼️
Register your department today for the formation run starting at 8:15AM on Saturday, July 13th! Each individual will need to sign up and select "LEO Formation Run".

Please designate one point of contact per agency and send their contact information to [email protected]

Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Elyria/Kerstetter5K