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June 9, 2024
Medina, OH, 44256, US
The ninth annual Hornet Dash 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, presented by the Highland Alumni Association in Partnership with the Highland Foundation for Educational Excellence, takes place on Sunday, June 9th, 2024, at Highland High School.
The address for Highland High School is: 4150 Ridge Road, Medina, Ohio 44256.
This is a fun community running and walking event over varied terrain with balloon art, face painting and more. Registration includes your commemorative t-shirt! Coffee, Gatorade and breakfast food items will be available for purchase and proceeds benefit the Foundation. Kona Ice will also be at the event donating all proceeds to the Foundation!
On-site registration and packet pick-up takes place from 7:30am-8:30am inside the stadium.
The 1-Mile Fun Run takes place at 8:30am.
- The 1-Mile Fun Run is four laps around the track.
The chip-timed 5K begins at approximately 9:00am.
- The 5K begins and ends at the Highland High School Stadium and the course is a mixture of road and trail.
The Hornet Dash 5K - Students is a running event specifically designed for students, taking place on June 9, 2024, in Medina, OH (44256). This event, categorized as a "6" (likely indicating a standard 5K race), offers a straightforward and accessible opportunity for young runners to participate in a community athletic event. While specific historical details for this student-focused iteration are not provided, the Hornet Dash name suggests a potential tie to local school spirit or a recurring community tradition aimed at encouraging student involvement in fitness and sport. Participants in the Hornet Dash 5K can anticipate a well-organized, likely family-friendly atmosphere centered around student participation. The terrain in Medina, OH, for a 5K is typically a mix of paved roads and potentially some park trails, offering a generally flat to gently rolling course that is suitable for runners of all experience levels. Given the student focus, expect a supportive environment with volunteers and encouragement throughout the course, culminating in a sense of accomplishment for all finishers. While no specific notable features like elite competition or unique aid station themes are detailed, the primary highlight is its dedicated focus on providing an accessible and engaging 5K experience for students within the Medina community.
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