Race For A Reason - Athens, Ohio - Triathlon

The Race For A Reason is a Triathlon race in Athens, Ohio consisting of a Sprint, and Duathlon race consisting of a Sprint

Race for a Reason is comprised of six different events:
College of Health Sciences and Professions Triathlon/Duathlon
Quidel 5K presented by OU CU Financial
OU ROTC MUd Run presented by Hugh White Honda Athens
Power 105.5 3K Walk
Remote Race presented by OU - Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Youth Splash and Dash



The event is hosted by the AECOM Ohio University Center for Sports Administration and Ohio University's Valor military ministry. The race continues to grow in popularity on campus, in the Athens community, and the surrounding area.

When participants, volunteers and supporters hear, "What is your Reason?", they understand we are talking about the hundreds of student organizations and nonprofits we serve. The idea behind participating in RFAR is to encourage on-campus and off-campus organizations to participate in a unique and innovative event that thrives on teamwork and community while raising money for the community we love. Participants are encouraged to race for a areasona that they are passionate about. $10 of each individual's race registration fee goes back to the cause of their choice.