The Champions Run for Special Children

Anderson, SC

Sat, Mar 6, 2027

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When

Saturday, March 6th, 2027

Where

2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson SC

Distances

5K · 1 Mile

About this race

Event Overview

It's the 12th Anniversary of The Champions Run for Special Children! It's an awesome superhero-themed, certified 5K run/walk/roll (that also features a 1 mile fun run) to help some of our littlest heroes. Let's get moving!

Beneficiary Information

Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs! Individual and Team awards will be presented.

Group Prizes

Family: Largest number of participants in a family group.
Sorority/Fraternity: Largest number of participants in a sorority or fraternity.
Business: Largest number of participants in a business group.
School: Largest number of participants in a school group.
Church: Largest number of participants in a church group.
Best Team Costume: For the best costume among teams.
Most Team Spirited: For the most spirited team presentation.

Individual Awards - Male & Female

Overall (0 - 49): Top male and female runners in this age group.
Masters (50+): Top male and female masters age group.
Ages 70+: Top runners aged 70 and above.
Age 60 - 69: Top runners aged 60 to 69.
Age 50 - 59: Top runners aged 50 to 59.
Age 40 - 49: Top runners aged 40 to 49.
Age 30 - 39: Top runners aged 30 to 39.
Age 20 - 29: Top runners aged 20 to 29.
Age 15 - 19: Top runners aged 15 to 19.
Age 10 - 14: Top runners aged 10 to 14.
Age 9 and under: Top runners aged 9 and below.

Costume Awards

Best Costume - Adult Male: Costume award for adult males.
Best Costume - Adult Female: Costume award for adult females.
Best Costume - Child: Costume award for children.

Group Participation

If your GROUP would like to participate, we are utilizing RunSignUp's group option. Please contact Laura Capell through our contact form, or at laura@thechampionscenter.com to set up your group, or you can create your own group through the registration website. Teams of 5 or more will receive a discounted rate of $20 per person.

Purpose of the Event

The Champions Center for special children (formerly known as DCEC) provides daily care, critical educational and therapeutic services to children living with different-abilities and special needs. We serve children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, Muscular Dystrophy, Cystic Fibrosis, Genetic Conditions and Developmental Delays.