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Date:06 Apr, 2021
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Location:New York, USA
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Squirrel Run XXVIII
The 28th Annual Jimmy Kennedy Memorial Run for ALS, (Squirrel Run XXVIII), a 5K, 2.5-mile fitness walk and family fun day will be held on Saturday, June6th at Pageant Field, Merrymount Parkway in Quincy.
Proceeds from the Squirrel Run will benefit The Angel Fund for ALS Research.
The event is held in memory of Jimmy Kennedy who was diagnosed with ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, at the age of 28 and lost his courageous battle with ALS at the age of 31. An outstanding football player and track athlete Jimmy graduated from North Quincy High in 1984, the 8th and final member of the Kennedy family to do so. The Jimmy Kennedy Memorial Run for ALS is a tribute to the life of Squirrel, which each year brings together Jimmy’s friends, family, former teammates, classmates and the community.
Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in the 5K (3.1 mile) run and 2.5-mile walk that begins with registration at 8 a.m.
The course is officially sanctioned by USA Track and Field, New England Association. The 5k run starts at 10 a.m. followed by the 2.5-mile fitness walk at 10:01 a.m. Childrens’ activities begin at 9 a.m.
The cost is $40 for registrations received before June 1, 2026, and $45 after that date. Registrations can be made online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Quincy/SquirrelRun.
All participants will receive a race t-shirt. Numbers will not be mailed prior to the race. Pre-registered participants can pick up their numbers at the pre-registered table on the day of the event.
In addition to the race and walk, the day will be filled with entertainment for children, plenty of refreshments, and awards for competitive runners in all divisions for men and women. There will be gift certificates, and other awards.
For registration and sponsorship information, or for further information please call The Angel Fund at 781-245-7070 or Rich (Ratt) Kennedy by emailing him at tytaylin@aol.com.