Scholars Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

• Date: July 11, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM for 5K Run, 8:45 AM for 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
• Location: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN
• Registration: [Scholars Run Registration](https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Maryville/ScholarsRun?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB)

🥇 Triple Crown Series

• Second Event: This is the 2nd Event of the 2026 Healthy Blount Triple Crown of Running.
• Eligibility: Participants in all three 5K events are eligible for cash awards, door prizes, and a special memento.
• Partial Participation: Those not participating in all three events can win door prizes by completing the Reindeer Run and at least one other event.
• Race Types: Open to both 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk participants.

❤️ Community Impact

• Proceeds: A portion of race proceeds benefit the Community Food Connection of Blount County.
• Fun for All: A great way to support the community while enjoying a day of fitness.

📍 The Course

• 5K Course: Includes area city streets.
• Fun Run/Walk: Entirely situated on the Maryville College campus.

🕒 Check-In and Pickup

• Check-In Time: 6:45-7:30 a.m. on race day.
• Pre-Race Pickup: Thursday before race day from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dick's Sporting Goods, 221 Hamilton Crossing Drive, Alcoa, TN 37701.

👕 T-Shirts and Awards

• T-Shirts: All participants will receive a high-quality short-sleeved unisex shirt.
• Awards Ceremony: Held on-site after the event for top finishers and participation prizes for Fun Run/Walk.
• Age Divisions: Multiple divisions for both genders from ages 8 and under up to 75 and over.

🚫 General Information

• Course Rules: No bicycles, roller blades, or dogs allowed during the race.
• Headsets: Not recommended due to traffic on race route.

🍉 Refreshments

• Post-Race: Refreshments will be available for all registered participants following the race.

📞 Contact Information

• More Info: Call the Parks & Rec office at (865) 983-9244.
• Visit: More details available at [Triple Crown of Running](https://www.parksrec.com/special-events/triple-crown-running).