Captain Zinn Memorial 5K

Event Overview

The Captain Zinn Memorial 5K Races are an annual event honoring all Vietnam Veterans, specifically in memory of Captain Ronald Lloyd "Ron" Zinn. Captain Zinn was a U.S. Olympic racewalker who was killed in Vietnam in 1965. The Shore AC has organized this race in his memory since 1966.

Location and Course

The event takes place at Dorbrook Park in Colts Neck, New Jersey. The 5K course consists of one smaller and one larger loop on the paved path within the park. The entire course is closed to vehicular traffic. A separate 1-mile youth race uses the first, smaller loop of the 5K course and finishes at the same point. Bib and t-shirt pick-up is located by the playground.

Events and Awards

Several events are offered. A 50% discount on advance registration is available for all veterans and military personnel.

• 5K Run: The male and female winners receive $100 cash. Second and third place finishers receive $50 gift cards.
• 5K Racewalk & Walk: Top three male and female finishers receive a special award.
• Youth Fun Run (1 Mile): Designed for participants aged 14 and under. The top three boys and girls receive an award.
• Virtual 5K: An option for those who cannot attend in person. Registrants by a certain date receive a race shirt, and top finishers are recognized.

Additional awards are given to the top three male and female military personnel/veterans across events. Age-group awards are also presented for the 5K. The first 200 people to pick up their bibs for the 5K receive an event t-shirt, and all youth participants receive a custom spike bag.

Other Details

The event includes a National Anthem and Veterans' Recognition ceremony. The Colts Neck Sports Foundation is the event's charity partner for the year. A sponsorship program allows individuals to honor a veteran with a customized sign placed along the race route for a fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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