Just A Short Run
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Event Overview
Just A Short Run is an established running event held in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. Established in 2001, the race takes place at North Park on the fourth Saturday in March. The event serves as a fundraiser for local charities, specifically partnering with Cancer Bridges to support individuals and families affected by cancer diagnoses.
The event offers four distinct distances to accommodate different athletic goals, including several longer options intended as preparation for upcoming spring marathons. The course time limit for the event is four hours. Participants often utilize the routes to prepare for the specific terrain found in the Pittsburgh area.
Distances
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- 8.1 Mile (part of the USATF Three Rivers Grand Prix)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 30K (18.1 miles)
The race environment is managed by a timing team along with volunteers from local youth groups and the regional running community. Historically, the event attracts participants from 30 to 40 different states. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
