Ronnie's Run - St. Petersburg, Florida - Running

The Ronnie's Run is a Running race in St. Petersburg, Florida consisting of a 5K and 10 Miles and 5 Miles.

Ronnie's Run is in memory of my son Ronnie Scrimo who passed away on December 10th 2014. Ronnie was enrolled at Saint Petersburg College; he earned his A.A. and was one semester away from graduating with his Bachelors of Arts degree. He was a member of Phi Thete Kappa. Ronnie was an amazing athlete and runner. He was involved in Tri-Fitness, Orangetheory Fitness and a member at CrossFit Apogee in Apollo Beach, FL. We thank Orangetheory Fitness for being our new Title Sponsor this year!
Ronnie is missed dearly by so many. In his memory, we dedicate this race to Ronnie Scrimo, my son, my running buddy and my best friend. Our mission is to bring awareness and resourses to all that struggle with alcohol and drug addiction, to provide resources for addicts and their families. We believe that Christ is the all time healer and can help those in need. Come and run with us! 10 mile, 5Mile or a 5k. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lighthouse Ministries in Lakeland, FL #run4ronnie. ***NEW CHALLENGE DOUBLE 5's
About the race courses & starting times
The 10 Mile and 5K courses highlight Fort Desoto Park & Beach, the largest park in Pinellas County. Run on all paved courses, but enjoy the amazing beautiful Florida beaches at their best. Fort De Soto was named Americaas Top Beach for 2009 by Trip Advisor. In 2005, aDr. Beach,aii¿½i¿½ named Fort De Soto the nationas #1 Beach.
Here's what's included
You can expect an awesome race shirt, an amazing finisher's medal and a #run4ronnie headband. Park entrance fee ($5) is included in registration. A delicious breakfast will be served post race catered by Caddy's on the Beach . Krispy Kreme donuts will be there with Free Donuts for all. Charlie Chase Dj entertainment with some great tunes, Awards following 5k starting at 8:30am. Lot's of fun and all for a great cause. Come out and join us! See you at the starting line ~ Jeanne #run4ronnie

Ronnie's Run event will begin at 7:30am. The 10 mile and the 5K races will both begin at 7:30am. There will be awards 3 deep in age groups for the 10 mile run and the 5K run . The 10 mile course will be out and back through Arrowhead and the entire course is paved. (no sand). The 5k course will be a scenic route into Arrowhead. All paved courses, no sand.
Race Details
DATE: Saturday, October 12th, 2019
START TIME: 7:30am
PARTICIPANT LIMIT: 1,500 runners
HYDRATION ON COURSE: There are six (6) HYDRATION STATIONS along the 10 mile course and two (2) for the 5K route. These will provide water, Gatorade Endurance Formula
Awards will be given to the Top Overall Male finisher, Top Overall Female finisher, and the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group: Awards also given to the Top 3 Participating Teams. Last Day to sign up on a team is September 13th, 2019. If after this date, it will not count towards awards. Masters awards also for both races.
PETS & STROLLERS: We love dogs, and they make great training partners, but for their safety and yours, please leave your pet at home on race day. STROLLERS are allowed course, but please start at the back,