Arizona Spartan Spectators

Children's Cancer Network's Run To Fight Children's Cancer

Every day, 43 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States. Childhood cancer is both a life-threatening and life-changing diagnosis. Based on the type of cancer, treatment may last from months to years. Following treatment, two-thirds of these children will suffer long-term side effects as a result of their treatment. The average cost of a stay in a hospital for a child with cancer is a staggering $40,000 per stay and most families spend an additional $10,000 annually in non-medical costs including gas, parking, and additional childcare.

Fundraising

Although not required for event participation, the hope is that those that join the Run to Fight family through event participation and volunteering will be moved to join the fundraising efforts.

When you register, the opportunity to build a fundraising team will be presented. All funds will support the financial assistance and family centered programs and services of Children’s Cancer Network. Thank you for your support!

For assistance with fundraising or teams, contact Ben at ben.gokee@childrenscancnernetwork.org.

Sponsorship/Vendor Opportunities

Interested in the opportunity to join the run as a sponsor or vendor? Learn more by contacting Ben at ben.gokee@childrenscancnernetwork.org.

The RipRoar Arizona Youth Triathlon welcomes athletes 6-17 years old, as of race day (Sunday, April 12, 2026), of all backgrounds and abilities to complete a course of swimming, biking and running at age-appropriate distances. The RipRoar Arizona event will take place in Scottsdale with stunning views of McDowell Mountains.

The RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series has received numerous awards and nominations for it's work empowering and teaching youth life-lessons through endurance athletics.

RipRoar Arizona is a collaboration event between RipRoar Events and USA Triathlon's Kid's Tri Programming.

Join us for the 5th annual

OdySea Aquari-RUN: An Ink-Credible Dash for Conservation!

The OdySea Aquari-RUN – 'An Ink-Credible Dash for Conservation’, is an octopus themed 5k and kids race fundraiser to support the OdySea Aquarium Foundation. As the non-profit partner at OdySea Aquarium, the OdySea Aquarium Foundation seeks to educate, engage, enrich and inspire all ages to conserve and protect our planet by supporting local education programs and conservation work!

This year’s race is all about celebrating the octopuses and their ‘ink-credible’ adaptability and curiosity! Runners are encouraged to wear their best octopus themed running attire to this family friendly event!

We hope to ‘sea’ you there!