Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run

Benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society!

CATHY'S STORY

• Journey: Cathy's journey with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma began in Feb 1996, six years before her official diagnosis.
• Resilience: Despite aggressive treatment, Cathy remained active, managing to run 20 to 30 miles per week.
• Adventures: In 2014, she hiked to the top of Mount Washington, showcasing her undying spirit.
• Legacy: She raised thousands for LLS, helping others while fighting her battle.

TESTIMONIALS

• Matt P: "A great run, for a great cause, to commemorate a great woman."
• Christine M: "Easy registration, and a scenic and challenging course with lots of great crowd support."
• Dan F: "A wonderful job and a very successful event this year. Will be back again this year!"

DISTANCE

• 5K Run/Walk: The route is challenging with some rolling hills (per Cathy’s wishes).
• 1 Mile Run/Walk: A shorter option for participants.

TIMING SYSTEM

• 5K: Chip Time (MyLaps BibTag).
• 1 Mile: Untimed.

START TIMES

• 7:30 am: Race Day Registration & Late Packet Pick Up.
• 8:30 am: 5K & 1 Mile Start (Follow signs to Section 46).

REGISTRATION

• 5K Run/Walk: $25 - Early Bird through April 14.
• 1 Mile Run/Walk: $20 - Early Bird through April 14 ($70 - Family Rate: maximum 4 members).
• Registration Deadline: All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
• Payment: Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports & Events.

EARLY PACKET PICK UP

• Date: Friday, July 10 from 12-4pm.
• Location: The Gathering Place - West (25425 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145).
• Note: If you can pick up packets for friends/family, that would be a big help to keep the lines short on Race Day.

WHAT YOU GET

• Commemorative Item: Cap for all participants.
• Custom Bracelet: "Be Like Cathy" silicone bracelet.
• Timing: B-Tag Chip Timing for 5K only.
• Post-Race: Refreshments available for all participants.

AWARDS (5K Only)

• Top Finishers: Top male and female finishers receive trophies.
• Age Categories: Awards for top three finishers in various age groups from 14 & Under to 90 & Over.

MORE INFORMATION

• Contact: For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
• Race URL: Visit the race registration page at here.