SueB 5k

👩‍🦰 Who was SueB?

A vivacious, intelligent woman who is missed dearly every day. February 9, 1955 – April 4, 2008

Susan Elaine Brubaker Newby died in 2008 during a mysterious horseback riding incident. After her death, family, and friends realized that SueB – her nickname – was likely in an abusive marriage. SueB’s sister, Marj, and friends, Leslie and Teresa turned to the WCA as a way to honor SueB’s life and increase awareness about domestic violence. Their hope: “to help other successful, smart, beautiful women like SueB leave these relationships before it’s too late.”

🏃‍♀️ About The Race:

Continuing to honor the memory of Susan “Sue B” Newby, The 16th Annual SueB 5K kicks off on Sunday, October 5th at 12 pm at Julia Davis Park in Downtown Boise, ID.

• Free T-shirt: Each participant will receive a free t-shirt.
• Community Resource Fair: Starting at 10:30 am, open to the public.
• Awareness: Raising awareness about domestic abuse has always been a passion of Sue’s family and friends.
• Race Fees: Support the Endowment Fund for the WCA’s ongoing services.

In the heartfelt words of Sue’s sister Marj Sente: “Don’t wait until your sister, daughter or mother is a victim of domestic abuse or sexual assault, step forward now and make an investment in the WCA to raise awareness about domestic violence.” This is a great opportunity to celebrate positive relationships with your family, friends, and coworkers. Will you join us?

🏞️ About The Course:

The 2025 SueB 5K course starts in Julia Davis park on the pathway between the Rose Garden and Boise Art Museum. Participants will venture onto the Boise River Greenbelt and travel east, staying on the north side of the Greenbelt.

• Aid Station: There will be an aid station with water at the halfway point (near Kristen Armstrong Park).
• Pathway: Runners and walkers will then turn and head back towards Julia Davis park.
• Finish Line: Participants finish where they started!
• Course Link: CHECK OUT THE FULL COURSE HERE

📦 Packet Pickup Information:

• Wed. October 1st: 12pm - 7pm at Fleet Feet Meridian (3573 E Longwing Ln STE 105, Meridian, ID 83646)
• Thu. October 2nd: 9am - 3pm at The WCA (720 W Washington St Boise, ID 83706)
• Fri. October 3rd: 12pm - 7pm at Fleet Feet Nampa (1850 Caldwell Blvd Nampa, ID 83651)
• Sat. October 4th: 10am - 12pm at The WCA (720 W Washington St Boise, ID 83706)

Note: There will be limited race-day registration and packet pickup on Sunday, October 5th starting at 10:30am for those that are unable to make it before race day!

*Must be signed up by Tuesday, September 16th to guarantee t-shirt