The Rocket 5k and Rocket RuckIt Challenge Presented by the Tennessee National Guard

Please join the Rockvale Masonic Lodge #413 and the Tennessee Army National Guard for a fun 5k run/walk around the beautiful Rockvale School High School and Middle School Campus to help support the new Rockvale High School Rockets!!! Funds raised from this event go to support the Rockvale High School Rockets Athletic Department and the JROTC program.

The Rocket RuckIt Challenge with the Tennessee Army National Guard will be a challenge for time to complete the 5K while also carrying a “ruck” or backpack that is weighted. Competitors under 150 lbs will carry a 20 lb weight. Competitors over 150 lbs will carry a 30 lb weight. Competitors are required to bring their own pack and weight which will be weighed at registration/check-in on race day.

IN THE EVENT THE STATE OF TENNESSEE SHUTS DOWN THE RACE DUE TO THE CONCERNS OF THE CORONAVIRUS, THE RACE WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE EARLIEST POSSIBLE DATE. ALL FEES WILL BE HONORED. NO REFUNDS.

K-12 GRADE STUDENT SPECIAL $10!!! (discount will be applied during registration once date of birth is entered for participant)

5K/RuckIt Challenge  Start Time: 8am

Start Line: Rockvale High School

THERE WILL BE A VIRTUAL OPTION FOR THOSE THAT WOULD RATHER NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE EVENT. 

All ages are welcome. Strollers are welcome but please lineup towards the back of crowd. NO PETS (service animals welcome)

There will be finisher medals and T-shirt’s for all 5k participants. No medals will be given for Fun Run participants. 

Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female for 5k (chip time) and Top 3 Overall for Ruckit Challenge (chip time).

This is a rain or shine event. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. In case of inclement weather, race will be rescheduled if possible. No bib transfers will be allowed.

Packet pickup for friends or family will be allowed

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or being a volunteer for such a great event, please email therocket5k@gmail.com !