Sgt. Bobby Swartz Memorial 5k

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$40 9:00AM CDT - 11:00AM CDT Registration ends September 27, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT

$40 Registration ends September 27, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT

Description

🏃‍♂️ Sgt. Bobby Swartz Memorial 5K – September 27, 2025 🏃‍♀️

Run, walk, or roll for a cause! Join us at Spring Creek Trail in Edmond, OK for the inaugural Sgt. Bobby Swartz Memorial 5K, honoring the life and legacy of Sgt. Bobby Swartz, an Oklahoma County Deputy who was tragically killed in the line of duty on August 22, 2022.

Why Run?
This 5K isn’t just a race—it’s a chance to remember, honor, and support families of fallen first responders. Strollers are welcome, so bring the whole crew!

Race Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
📍 Location: Spring Creek Trail, 851 W. I-35 Frontage Rd, Edmond, OK
⏰ Start Time: 9:00 AM

Early Packet Pickup:
📦 Friday, September 26th | 1:00–7:00 PM
📍 Orange Theory Fitness – 10600 S Pennsylvania Ave, OKC

Skip race-day lines and grab your packet early! Everyone who picks up their packet during this time will be entered into a special drawing:
🎁 (1) Free Unlimited 1-Month Membership to Orange Theory Fitness (includes heart rate monitor rentals)
🎁 (1) 10-Pack of Free Classes at Orange Theory Fitness (includes heart rate monitor rentals)

Two winners will be drawn from early pickup participants!

Course:
A scenic, USATF Certified Course and USATF Sanctioned! Perfect for runners chasing a personal best or anyone wanting to support law enforcement families.

Awards & Registration Perks:
✔ Commemorative Race Shirt
✔ Finisher Medal
✔ 1st Place Overall Male & Female Trophies
✔ 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Age Group Awards
✔ Chip-Timed Results
✔ Professional Race Photos by Okie Pics
✔ Raffles (all participants entered!)

🚓 Agency Award: The law enforcement agency with the most participants receives special recognition!

💥 The first 350 registrants will receive a commemorative inaugural medal!
💥 Register by September 14th to guarantee your shirt. After that, sizes will be first come, first served.

Don’t miss your chance to honor Sgt. Swartz and make a difference in the community!

Race Swag

Every participant takes home a commemorative race shirt and finisher medal! Top finishers in each age group and overall winners will receive trophies, and all registrants are entered into raffles. Plus, enjoy chip-timed results and professional race photos to remember the day!

Early Packet Pickup

🎉 Early Packet Pickup – Skip the Lines + Win Big! 🎉

Avoid the race-day rush and pick up your packet early!
📅 Friday, September 26th
🕐 1:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Orange Theory Fitness – 10600 S. Pennsylvania Ave, OKC

✨ Special Giveaway for Early Pickup Participants! ✨
Everyone who picks up their packet during this time will be entered into a drawing for two awesome prizes, courtesy of our friends at Orange Theory Fitness:
🏆 (1) Free Unlimited 1-Month Membership (includes heart rate monitor rentals)
🏆 (1) 10-Pack of Free Classes (includes heart rate monitor rentals)

Two winners will be drawn from early pickup participants only—don’t miss your chance!

See you Friday at Orange Theory, then Saturday at the starting line for the Sgt. Bobby Swartz Memorial 5K! 💙👟

We’re USATF Sanctioned!

What Does it Mean to be a USATF Sanctioned Race?
The Sgt. Bobby Swartz Memorial 5K is officially sanctioned by USA Track & Field (USATF) – the national governing body for track & field, cross country, road running, and race walking.

Here’s what that means for our participants:
🏅 High Standards – USATF sanctioning ensures our race meets the highest standards for organization, fairness, and quality.
📊 Official Results – Your chip-timed results are recognized as official and count toward personal records (PRs).
💪 Eligible for Records – Performances on our course are eligible for record consideration under USATF rules.
🛡️ Safety & Insurance – Sanctioning provides liability coverage and ensures the event follows established safety guidelines.

Being USATF sanctioned elevates our race to a nationally recognized level while still keeping the heart of the event—honoring Sgt. Bobby Swartz and supporting families of fallen first responders. 💙👟

About The Course

Take on the scenic Spring Creek Trail in Edmond, OK! This mostly flat, fast, out-and-back 5K course is perfect for runners aiming for a personal best—or for walkers and families enjoying a casual pace. Strollers are welcome, and the course is USATF Certified!