The Kelly Roggensack Memorial Races will take place for the 18th time in its history, once again kicking off a busy Saturday on Homecoming Weekend. The races will begin at 8 am on September 27, 2025, with the 1K Kids Fun Run followed by the 5K Run & 3K Walk at 8:20 am.
BattleAxe 5k Trail Run - This unique 5k offers a walk/run on a wooded trail course with race day activities for the entire family. All race participants will receive a BattleAxe t-shirt, finisher medal, and the BattleAxe Brunch to enjoy after the race. Top place finishers also receive podium awards. Come out and enjoy a day on the trail with the whole family! Registration options start at $69 online for the run or walk. Late registration will be available beginning at 9 am the day of the event for $79 Course Profile Video
BattleAxe 5k Obstacle Run - For competitive runners looking for more, this obstacle course run is everything you’re after! This forested 5k trail offers a gauntlet of challenges. Over 27+ obstacles including: Heavy Hoist, Traverse Rope, Spear Throw, 10’ Grotto, Z-Wall 2.0 and many more! The course will test your upper body & core strength, concentration, endurance, agility, balance, and much more! Top place obstacle finishers also receive BattleAxe podium awards. Registration options start at $79 online for the obstacle course run. Late registration will be available beginning at 9 am the day of the event for $89 Course Profile Video
BattleAxe 5k Four Person Team Obstacle Run - Looking for a way to build camaraderie and trust? The Team Obstacle Run is what you want. Gather a team of four runners and put your minds and bodies to the ultimate test. The 5k trail facilitates your team to conquer obstacles, perform physical surveillance, reconnaissance & social engineering while you run. This is the ultimate in team building. Get your group together and sign up! Top placing teams receive BattleAxe podium awards. Registration options start at $279 for your four person team. Late registration will be available beginning at 9 am the day of the event for $289 Course Profile Video
Join us for our first ever Knightmare Dash 5k. A beautiful flat & fast course through Gannon's campus and the West Bayfront, you won't want to miss it.
Join us for a powerful day of purpose at the Run for Hope and Miracle Mile - a 5k and 1 mile run/walk to support the incredible work of the Beaver County Medical Center! Every step you take will help bring hope and healing to our region. The scenic route winds through the charming streets of Old Economy and the heart of the Ambridge Business District.