33rd Anniversary Hook O'Malley 1 Mile Firecracker Race Run/Walk Against Cancer

🏆 Event Overview

In memory of Paul "Hook" O'Malley who believed in the Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical Health of the youth in his community.

The "1 Mile Firecracker Race" at 707 North South Road, August 17, 2025 is in memory of Paul "Hook" O'Malley, a local boxing trainer who succumbed to cancer on September 25, 1992.

❤️ About Paul "Hook" O'Malley

"Hook" was a tough man with a generous nature and common bond with people from all walks of life. He was at ease in a press conference or guiding a troubled adolescent.

He had a moral philosophy of what was right. He would say "Straighten up and fly right!" We who believe in his philosophy and the hereafter know that he is soaring high above us with a watchful eye on all that he loves.

This race will be a testament of the great love and devotion his family and friends have for his memory and worthy cause. Hook's loss is endured knowing he lives on in our hearts and souls.

💰 Proceeds

All proceeds will benefit the Lackawanna county unit of the American Cancer Society.

📍 Location

• Address: 707 North South Road, Scranton, PA (Off Keyser Avenue)

📅 Date and Time

• Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM

📝 Registration Information

• Day of race: 8:15 AM to 9:45 AM
• Registration fee: $25.00 on the race day
• Pre-Registration Fee: $20.00 until Thursday, August 14, 2025
• Junior/Senior High School student runners ages 12 to 19: $10 Registration Fee

For information call: 570-346-1828

Race will be run regardless of weather!

Race course is out and back.

🏅 Awards

• Awards for: Top 3 overall male and female: 0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-75, 76 & over
• Top Male and Female Walker
• First overall Boxer award

🔗 More Details

For more information and to register, visit the race page.