Trooper Kenton Iwaniec Memorial Race
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Event Overview
The Trooper Kenton Iwaniec Memorial Race, also known as TakeOff 2026, is the 17th annual edition. The in-person event takes place on April 11, 2026, at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Virtual participation options are available.
Purpose and Charity
The race honors victims of impaired driving, raises awareness about the seriousness of DUI, and encourages community efforts to reduce such incidents. All profits support the purchase of breathalyzers (PBTs) for the Pennsylvania State Police and other law enforcement agencies in the Commonwealth. Since 2009, the foundation has funded 3,032 PBTs, with a goal to raise $100,000 for 200 more in 2026.
Event Options
In-person events include:
- 10K Run
- 5K Run
- 5K Fun Walk
- 1 Mile Fun Walk
- Children's 100M Sprint for ages 6 and under
- Children's 1/2 Mile Run for ages 10 and under
Virtual options include:
- Virtual 5K (run or walk)
- Virtual 10K (run or walk)
- Virtual 42 Mile Challenge, inspired by Trooper Iwaniec's jersey number, to be completed by April 30, 2026, through activities like walking, running, hiking, biking, swimming, or paddling.
- Virtual 542 Mile Challenge, to be completed by December 31, 2026, with similar activities and includes a race shirt, medal, and decal.
- Virtual 1042 Mile Challenge, also until December 31, 2026, with included shirt, medal, and decal.
Bundles are available that combine virtual challenges with in-person 5K or 10K runs or walks. Progress for virtual challenges can be tracked on an online results page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
