Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run

🌟 Glow for the Goal 5K & 3K Run/Walk

Benefiting the TJCA Men’s & Women’s Soccer Program

Join us for the Glow for the Goal Run/Walk, a fun, glow-themed evening on the TJCA campus supporting the TJCA Soccer Program.

Participants can choose between the 5K (3.1 miles) or the 3K (2 miles), making this event perfect for runners, walkers, students, families, and community supporters.

Whether you’re running competitively or walking with friends, this event is about community, school spirit, and supporting our athletes.

💡 Registration Options

• Individual Registration – $25

• Family of 4 – $90

• Family of 5 – $110

• Family of 6+ – $125

All proceeds support the TJCA Men’s and Women’s Soccer Programs, helping provide uniforms, equipment, and resources for our student-athletes.

✨ Glow Run Highlights

• Glow-themed evening course on the TJCA campus

• Open to runners and walkers of all ages

• Come dressed in your brightest neon and show your team spirit

⚽ Let’s light up the night and Glow for the Goal!

Join us for the 15th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K run/walk - Saturday May 3, 2025 at the McNair Field in Forest City, NC.

Not able to join the fun on race day? Sign up for the DIY (Virtual) 5K. You may choose to run/walk any course at your convenience.

Registration Rate & Dates

Now until April 18, 2025: Adults: $25, Students [Age 18 & under]: $10

April 19, 2025 until Race Day (May 3, 2025): Adults $30, Students [Age 18 & under]: $15

DIY 5K: Adults $25, Students [Age 18 & under]: $10

Race shirt guaranteed if registered by April 18, 2025. After this date, shirts will be available while supplies last on race day.

PACKET PICK UP:

Friday, May 2, 2025: 3:00-6:00 p.m., McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City

Race Day: 6:30 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.,McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City

RACE START: 8:30 a.m.

Award Ceremony: Approximately 9:45 a.m.

5K Awards:

Top Overall Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)

Top Masters [40+] Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd))

Age Group Awards (1st, 2nd,& 3rd) Male/Female in the following age groups:

0-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

School Participation Awards

Trophies will be awarded to the top three schools based on participation. School participation is determined by all participants present and checked in on the day of the race. Family members, staff, community members, etc. (not only students) count toward school participation if registered and checked in with their school affiliation. No school level awards will be determined by race times. Be sure to join your School's roster during the registration process.

Join us on Saturday, May 9th for the Shelby Sprint 5K!

SAFETY & RACE INFORMATION

Skates are prohibited. This is a pet friendly event, but please note that dogs must be on a leash that is non-retractable and must wear an up to date rabies tag. This event is non refundable and will be held rain or shine.

RACE LOCATION:

Dover YMCA

411 Cherryville Rd

Shelby, NC 28150

Event Schedule:

Friday, May 8th:

*10am-6pm: pre-Race packet pick-up at the Dover YMCA

Saturday, May 9th:

*7:00am: Packet Pick-up Opens

*8:15am: Packet Pick-up Closes

*8:30am: 5K Starts

*9:30am: Kids Fun Run Starts

Miles for Messiah 5K & Breakfast is our annual event that benefits the youth programs at our church. The 5K course starts near PVCC and finishes at the Family Life Center where a delicious breakfast will be served to all runners. Breakfast plates are also available for any spectators for a small fee &/or donation. The race course is a figure 9 with a loop off of Doggett Road and small inclines. The church youth and leaders manage the event and make it a family friendly event for everyone. M4M has been a part of the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition (ROC) Race Series since 2012. We would love for you to join us this year!

The 2026 Meet Me at the Fountain 5K is July 26, 2026

Proceeds from the 12th running of the 5K will benefit Local Rutherford County Needs.

Schedule:

Friday - July 24th

4:00 - 6:00pm: Packet Pick Up and On-site Registration at Smith's Drugs of Forest City

Saturday - July 25th

7:00 - 8:00am: Packet Pick Up and Late On-site Registration

8:00am: 5K START

9:00am: Fun Run START

Registration:

5K Run/Walk

$25 EARLY BIRD: 2/1/2026 - 2/8/2026

*CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/6/2026*

$30 Regular Registration: 2/9/2026 - 7/19/2026

$35 Late Registration: 7/20/2026 - Race Day

$15 Kids 12 & Under *(CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/6/2026)*

Fun Run (ages 8 and under): FREE [While FREE we do ask that you register in advance] Shirts are available for $15.

Awards & Age Groups:

5K: Top 3 Male/Female Overall. Top Male/Female Masters

5K: Top 3 finishers in each Age Group < 8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Course Map:

Click HERE for a map of the 5K course