Back2School 5K

Back2School 5K Race Information

<p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">The 9th running of the Back2School 5K is a benefit run for South Florence High School Cross Country Team.  The team will use funds raised to cover meet expenses, purchase training items and gear.</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">We are excited this year that Kona Ice will be onsite to refresh you with some cool treats.</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">The course is fast and flat through the neighborhood adjacent to the YMCA.</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">WALK or RUN with us.  Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">See you there!</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18pt;color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><strong>Back2School 5K</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Type: 5K</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Date: 8/22/2026</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Start Time: 8:00 am</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Location: Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Address: 1700 Rutherford Drive, Florence, SC 29505</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Proceeds: South Florence Cross Country Team</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18pt;color:rgb( 241 , 196 , 15 )"><strong>Race Day Schedule:</strong></span></p> <ul><li> <h5><span style="font-size:14pt;color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Packet Pickup: Friday 8/21: 4-6 pm</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race day starting at 7:15am</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race Start Time: 8:00 am</span></h5> </li></ul> <p><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 );font-size:18pt"><strong>Shirts: </strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">To be guaranteed a t-shirt, register by August 10, 2026</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Adult - S, M, L, XL</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Youth- YS, YM,YL</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 241 , 196 , 15 );font-size:18pt"><strong>5K Awards <span style="font-size:12pt">(Awards are based on Gun Time)</span></strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Overall Male / Female: 1 male/ 1 female</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Masters: 1 male/ 1 female</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Age Group Awards for Male / Female: 3 in each</span></p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 );font-size:18pt">5K Age Groups:</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">11 &amp; under (5th grade)</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">12- 18 (middle &amp; high school)</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">19-29</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">30-39</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">40-49</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">50-59</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">60&#43;</span></p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 241 , 196 , 15 );font-size:18pt">5K Fees:</span></strong></p> <ul><li><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Early Registration Price:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">       o Students (18 &amp; under) registering by June 30, $20. Adults registering by June 30, $25</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">July 1- August 11- $30</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Late Registration Price August 12- August 23- $40</span></li></ul> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 );font-size:18pt">Packet Pickup Location and time:</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1700 Rutherford Drive</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Florence, SC 29505</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Time of packet pickup Friday August 21 from 4-6 pm</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Come to the covered pavilion area at the park &amp; playground</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Please bring an ID</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18pt"><strong><span style="color:rgb( 241 , 196 , 15 )">Event special notes:</span></strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Are strollers welcome? Yes</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Can people listen to music while running? Yes</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Are pets welcome? Yes- must be on leash or in pet stroller</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Are there parking restrictions that people should know about? Not aware of any. Will set up cones day of race</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Are there any age restrictions for any of the races? No- Children 11 and under must have a parent/ guardian either in the race OR at the start/ finish line.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18pt"><strong><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )">Race Director:</span></strong></span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Alexis Morris- alexis.morris&#64;fsd1.org</span></p>