St. Cassian Cougar Challenge - 5K Run & Fun Run 5K Run
Saturday, 1 April 2023· 09:30· Verona, NJ, 07044, US
About this race
Join us for the Annual St. Cassian 2023 Cougar Challenge 5K and Fun Run  presented by St. Cassian School, Upper Montclair, NJ
The race will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Verona Park in Verona, New Jersey. The Fun Run begins at 9:00 am and the 5K begins at 9:30 am.
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All Fun Run participants receive a ribbon. In the 5K Run, medals will be presented to the overall male and female winners, along with age category winners (male and female).
Register online at www.runsignup.com. Race day registration begins at 8:00 AM at Verona Park.
5K:
Early Bird: Â $30 - registration prior to Feb.17, 2023; receive a Cougar Challenge shirt
Pre-Race Day: Â $35 - registration prior to March 1, 2023; receive a Cougar Challenge shirt
Regular Registration: Â $40-Shirt Not Included.
Fun Run:
Early Bird: Â $20 - registration prior to Feb. 17, 2023; receive a Cougar Challenge shirt
Pre-Race Day: Â $25 -registration prior to March 1, 2023; receive a Cougar Challenge shirt
Regular Registration: $30- Shirt Not Included
If you registered after the T-Shirt deadline, check the registration table. We will be selling T-Shirts for $20 (sizes will be limited).
FACEBOOK GROUP: Join the Cougar Community and encourage each other, share training tips, and get updates: https://www.facebook.com/stcassian5Kcougarchallenge/
What to expect
Written from race dataThe St. Cassian Cougar Challenge, held on April 1st, 2023, in Verona, NJ (07044), offers both a competitive 5K Run and a more relaxed Fun Run. While specific historical details regarding past iterations of the Cougar Challenge are not provided, its recurrence suggests it's a well-established community event. Participants can anticipate a family-friendly atmosphere with an opportunity to support St. Cassian School. The 5K run is designed to challenge runners of varying abilities, while the Fun Run is perfect for those looking for a less strenuous experience, including walkers and families with young children. The typical terrain for this event in Verona, NJ, generally includes a mix of paved roads and potentially some parkland, offering a pleasant running experience. Participants should be prepared for the possibility of varied weather conditions typical for early April in New Jersey, which can range from cool and crisp to mild. While specific notable features for this particular year's race aren't detailed, these community-based 5K events often include post-race festivities, awards for different age groups and overall finishers, and the chance to connect with fellow runners and community members.
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