Tshawstrong 5k to Beat ALS
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Event Overview
The TShawStrong 5k to Beat ALS takes place on September 26, 2026. The event includes a 5k race and a 1k Kids Fun Run, held in Maryland Farms, Brentwood, Tennessee. A virtual 5k option is also listed. The course is described as fast and flat.
Registration Details
Registration is open and requires no qualification. Participants who register by September 12, 2026, will receive a free T-shirt. Packet pickup information is available on the event page.
Awards and Prizes
Prizes are awarded in several categories. For the 5k race, the top three overall male and female finishers receive prizes. Age group awards are also given to the top male and female finishers in the following categories: 18 & Under, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, and 60+.
For the 1k Kids Fun Run, the top three finishers in each of the following age groups win prizes: 6 and under, 7–9, and 10–12.
Purpose
The event's purpose is to raise awareness and funds for ALS charities. TShawStrong was founded by a former NFL player diagnosed with ALS. The mission is to generate funds for research while keeping administrative costs low. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.