2041 E Pioneer Way, Olathe KS
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Event Overview
The Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot is held the Saturday morning before Thanksgiving in memoriam of Brad Yantis by contributing to his MNU endowment scholarship, The American Cancer Society-Hope Lodge KC and the Olathe Public Schools grants via a local community partner.
Who Can Participate
- Inclusivity: All are welcome to join in on the 5K Turkey Trot.
- Timing: Timing chips will be given to all participants.
Date and Time
- Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.
Location
Check-in Information
- Start Time: Check-in, race packet, bib, timing chip, and t-shirt pick-up will start at 8 a.m. on race day.
- Location: Inside the foyer of Cunningham Center on the campus of MNU.
- Email Update: An informational email will be sent to participants two weeks prior to the race with all specific updated details.
Food Drive
- Contribution: Participants are encouraged to bring 3-5 non-perishable food drive items.
- Beneficiary: Collected items will support the local Salvation Army Outpost food pantry.
- Drop-off: Please bring items with you the morning of the race and drop them off at the donations table.
Stay Updated
- Social Media: Follow along at the Coach Yantis 5K Facebook.
- Instagram: Check updates on the Coach Yantis 5K Instagram account.
Scholarship Information
The Yantis family started a scholarship endowment in 2020 for future athletes at Brad's alma mater: MidAmerica Nazarene University. The scholarship has been given to a current MNU student for the last three years. In 2023, the generosity continued as a percentage of the race funds will go towards the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge KC.
More Information
For further details, please visit the official race page at Coach Yantis 5K Turkey Trot.
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