AJ Howard Memorial 5K

🎉 Race Date & Location

• Date: January 25, 2025
• Location: Yettie Polk Park, Belton, TX
• Race URL: AJ Howard Memorial 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Highlights

• Fun Atmosphere: Mark your calendar, set your alarm, put on your warm knickers and a beanie and let's go! Pets, strollers, cow-bells, & tutus also welcome!
• Special Options: This race will offer an in-person 5K and a sleep-in 5K for those wishing to support the band who are unable to run or just wish to stay home.
• Reduced Pricing: Registrants age 18 & under will receive a reduced price during registration.

❤️ AJ Howard Memorial Fund

• Mission: The AJ Howard Memorial Fund was established in May of 2016 to support the Belton High School Marching Band (M100) by assisting students with band fees.
• Impact: Donations covered the cost of equipment, uniforms, instruments & private lesson fees, enabling all M100 members to participate and excel.
• Community Support: The Belton Band Boosters continue to support M100 students through the memorial 5K, making it an annual celebratory event and primary fundraiser.
• Legacy: AJ had a servant's heart and was well-loved: his spirit of generosity lives on through this fund.

🏅 Race Details & Awards

• Cen-Tex Race Series: The in-person 5K is part of the Cen-Tex Race Series, where participants earn points.
• Awards: Awards will be given to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three male and female finishers per age group.
• Age Groups: Categories include 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, etc., up to 70+.

🎓 Community Involvement

• Get Involved: As you sign up, let us know if you are a member of TX School Faculty, a parent of a TX High School Student, a general friend of our community, or a TX High School Student.
• Shout Out: We’d love to shout out our supporters based on your affiliations!

⏱️ Timing & Additional Info

• Timing: Chip timing provided by Pro-Fit Race Timing.
• Event Info: Click on the Event Info tab for all race day details!