SAU Farm Road Challenge
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SAU Farm Road Challenge
The SAU Farm Road Challenge is an annual multi-day running event held in Magnolia, Arkansas. The event takes place at the SAU Alumni Center and serves as a fundraiser for the Overcoming Adversity Scholarship, which supports student-athletes with disabilities. The schedule is divided between evening activities on Friday and morning races on Saturday.
Available distances and event formats include:
- 1/2 Mile Kids Run (for children aged 5-12)
- Glow for the Gold 4-Mile Relay (4-person team relay)
- 5K Run or Walk
- 10K Run or Walk
Participants in the 1/2 Mile Kids Run receive a medal and a drawstring backpack. Those participating in the Glow for the Gold 4-Mile Relay, where each team member completes one mile, receive a medal and a shirt. Awards for the relay are presented to the first and second-place teams, as well as the "Most Spirited Team."
Participants in the 5K and 10K events receive a shirt, a medal, and are eligible for age group awards. The organizers also announce various giveaways throughout the Friday and Saturday sessions. The event was established in 2022 by former university cross country and track and field athletes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
