Knights of Columbus Memorial Run for K9 Roki
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Event details
The Knights of Columbus Memorial Run for K9 Roki is a community running event held in Saint Marys, Georgia. It is organized to raise money for the Saint Marys Police Department K-9 Unit. The event location is Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church, 106 E Dillingham Rd., Saint Marys, GA 31558.
Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- 5k Dog Jog
- 1 Mile Youth Race
- Virtual 5K
Registered participants who register by May 30 receive a T-shirt and swag. Owners who register their K-9 by that cutoff receive a bandanna for the dog. The organizers state the K-9 Unit currently has four working K-9s and that the unit must raise 100% of its operating funds.
Format, awards and logistics
The race listing shows separate registration fees for the 5K and 10K and a single fee for other events. Early bib pickup is available at the church the day before the event. The event is open to participants who use wheelchairs, walkers, and canes.
Awards include overall male and female first place in the 10K, 5K and 1-mile events. Age-group awards are given for the 5K and 10K (14 & U; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+) and for the 1-mile (6 & U; 7-8; 9-10; 11-12). Dog Jog awards go to the top five runners with dogs. Sponsors are listed for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
