The Derby Run

Terry Sanford High School, Fayetteville NC

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

🏅 WHAT

Event: The 8th annual Derby Run in memory of Justin Lopes will begin at Terry Sanford High School.
Courses: The 5K and 10K courses run through the scenic Haymount area as well as the Fayetteville Technical Community Campus and will finish near the Terry Sanford High School baseball field.
Activities: There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run and face painting, a selfie station and a silent auction.
Pets: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Address: Terry Sanford High School, 2301 Fort Bragg Road, Fayetteville, NC 28303

Details: For Packet Pickup Information and Full Schedule of Events, click HERE

Process: To register, click on the Sign Up button in the top right of the website.
Online Registration: Online Registration is open until the race starts. We encourage you to register online before arriving to the event.
On-site Registration: Registration will be available at the race. You will be asked to scan a QR Code with your phone to register online.

Beneficiaries: Net proceeds from the Derby Run will go to local charities that benefit children.
Organizations: These include The Child Advocacy Center in Fayetteville, Cy’s World Foundation, and the Justin Richard Lopes Memorial Scholarship.
Child Advocacy Center: The Child Advocacy Center offers children a safe place that supports the prevention, investigation and prosecution of child abuse.
Scholarships: Two scholarships were created in memory of Justin Lopes and are awarded every year through the Cumberland Community Foundation to a graduating senior from Cumberland County High School.