13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run

Event Overview

• Event Name: 13th Annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
• Date: July 18, 2026
• Location: 1600 St. Bernard Dr. SE, Cullman, AL
• More Information: Race URL

About the Race

• Tribute: The run honors Nicholas Fillinger, who died tragically in a training accident in September 2013.
• Location Significance: St. Bernard was one of Nicholas's favorite places to run.
• Team Challenge: Minimum of 5 runners per team; coed teams are welcome.
• Community Focus: The event supports the team aspect of cross-country that Nicholas loved.

Foundation Support

• Benefactor: Proceeds from the run benefit the Nicholas Fillinger Foundation.
• Foundation Purpose: Provides educational opportunities, scholarship awards, and encouragement to persevere through life's challenges.
• Community Impact: Each step taken honors Nicholas's legacy and supports meaningful causes.
• Participation: Encourages both running for personal bests and walking with friends.

Awards

• Individual Awards: Overall Male and Female Winners
• Masters Awards: Overall Male and Female Masters Winners
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 Medals for each age group from 12 & Under to 60-99
• Team Awards: Trophies for Top 3 Teams (minimum of 5 runners to score as a team)

Team Registration

• Team Size: At least 5 runners to compete as a team; more may join.
• Submission Deadline: All teams must be submitted to Julie Fillinger before July 17.
• Requirements: Submit team name and all members' names, ensuring each member has registered online.
• Email for Registration: juliefillinger.com@gmail.com

Run with Heart

• Purpose: Participants are encouraged to run with heart and purpose.
• Inspiration: A tribute to a life that inspires, unites, and uplifts the community.
• Community Spirit: A day of encouragement, remembrance, and solidarity.
• Faith: All glory and praise to God in the remembrance of Nicholas.