Ronnie's Run Virtual 5K, 5 Mile, 10 Mile and Double Nickel Challenge (5 Mile and 5K) Open thru January 2021

 Virtual Ronnie's Run remains open until further notice. Shirts and Medals will be mailed out to you approx. a week after your registration.

Awards from the live Ronnie's Run 01/02/21 will be at  St. Pete Running Store across the street from Tyrone Mall. The address is 6986 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710. The awards will be at the store after this coming Wednesday 01/06/21. The store is open most days between 10am and 7pm.

Ronnie's Run is in memory of my son Ronnie Scrimo who passed away on December 10th 2014. Ronnie was enrolled at Saint Petersburg College; he earned his A.A. and was one semester away from graduating with his Bachelors of Arts degree. He was a member of Phi Thete Kappa. Ronnie was an amazing athlete and runner. He was involved in Tri-Fitness, Orangetheory Fitness and a member at CrossFit Apogee in Apollo Beach, FL. We thank Orangetheory Fitness for being our new Title Sponsor this year!  

Ronnie is missed dearly by so many. In his memory, we dedicate this race to Ronnie Scrimo, my son, my running buddy and my best friend. Our mission is to bring awareness and resources to all that struggle with alcohol and drug addiction, to provide resources for addicts and their families. We believe that Christ is the all time healer and can help those in need. Come and run with us! 10 miles or a 5K. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lighthouse Ministries in Lakeland, FL  #run4ronnie.

"About race day. race courses & starting times" Live, in Person Race

The 10 Mile, and 5K courses highlight Fort Desoto Park & Beach, the largest park in Pinellas County. Run on all paved courses, but enjoy the amazing beautiful Florida beaches at their best. Fort De Soto was named America’s Top Beach for 2009 by Trip Advisor. In 2005, “Dr. Beach,” named Fort De Soto the nation’s #1 Beach.

 "Here's what's included"
You can expect an "awesome" race shirt, an amazing finisher's medal.

Virtual Challenge Finishers will receive a second medal for completing the challenge. Sorry we can only accommodate within the USA due to higher postage.

Park entrance fee ($5) is included in your registration, but make sure you bring the entrance pass provided for you by email or at packet pick up.

A delicious "to go" breakfast will be served post race catered by Caddy's on the Beach, Make sure you stop by Shelter #2 to pick up an amazing breakfast wrap to go.

Charlie Chase Dj entertainment with some great tunes for the morning fun.

***Awards can be picked up on Wednesday 01/06/21 or later at St. Pete Running Store for age group awards

Address to pick up awards  St. Pete Running Company 6986 22nd Ave North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 

 Beginning ceremony will promptly begin at 7:20am. Morning prayer and National Anthem 

The 10 Mile event will begin at 7:30am.

The 5K will begin at 8am.

Both distances will line up in corrals according to your pace (fastest runners in front). Look for the signs next to starting line. 7 min. pace and faster will be in front. We will start groups of approximately 50 runners each and then next group and so on. Please always remember to social distance, even in the starting line area. Both races are chipped timing and your time will not begin until you cross the starting line, even if it's 5 minutes later. The 10 Mile run will have pacers from 7:30 pace to 13 minute pace. Let's make sure to always respect others and keep a safe distance.

Strollers and walkers, please line up in the back. 

The 10 mile course will be out and back through Arrowhead and the entire course is paved. (no sand). No time limit for either distance. Lead biker for both races

The 5k course will be a scenic route into Arrowhead. All paved courses, no sand.  See below on website for course map.

Race Details
DATE: 01/02/2021

START TIME: 10 Mile 7:30am Rolling start by paces.

                        5K will begin at 8am Rolling start also.

PARTICIPANT LIMIT:  500

HYDRATION ON COURSE: There are six (6) HYDRATION STATIONS along the 10 mile course and 2 on the 5K route. Bottled water will be provided instead of cups due to Covid 19 safety.

Hand sanitizer will be available on tables located near start and finish lines.

Awards will be given to the Top Overall Male finisher, Top Overall Female finisher,  and the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group.  Masters awards also for both races.  No award ceremony but award hardware at race site for overall only. Age group winners (every 5 years) will be also awarded. Over-all winners go to the Orangetheory tent located at race site.

All other awards to be picked up at St. Pete Running Company, address above

PETS & STROLLERS: We love dogs, and they make great training partners, but for their safety and yours, please leave your pet at home on race day. STROLLERS are allowed course, but please start at the back,

If you or your company is interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Jeanne Keeney at jeannekeeney@gmail.com or (813) 267-2998. Vendor opportunities available too.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jeanne Keeney at jeannekeeney@gmail.com or (813) 267-2998