Wolverine Open 5K

Event Overview

North Stafford High School Cross Country is hosting the 2nd Annual Wolverine Open 5K race. This race kicks off the SlyeStrong#6 XC Invitational, so stick around to watch some great racing amongst the high schoolers!

Background on SlyeStrong#6 Foundation

To give some background on the SlyeStrong#6 Foundation, Andrew John "AJ" Slye was a 2012 graduate of North Stafford High School. A favorite amongst his classmates and teachers, AJ was a great student and a tenacious athlete on the baseball diamond and football field.

• Diagnosis: AJ was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a form of blood cell cancer.
• Journey: His fight to beat cancer began at the University of Virginia Hospital, transitioned to Johns Hopkins Hospital.
• End of Battle: Unfortunately, he passed away on February 27, 2014, at the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
• Community Impact: His spirit and infectious smile inspired an entire community.

Mission of the Foundation

The SlyeStrong#6 Foundation has been established in loving memory and honor of Andrew "AJ" Slye who is a testament to us all regarding how to endure and enlighten in the face of hardship.

• Catalyst for Cure: Their mission is to serve as a catalyst to find a cure for cancer.
• Community Support: To give back to the communities who came together in spirit, love, and hope.
• Platform: To be a platform for all who have lost loved ones to cancer.
• Awareness: To raise community awareness and respond to times of need.

Goals of the Foundation

Their goals are to:

• Scholarships: Provide academic scholarships to graduating seniors in each of the five Stafford County Public Schools.
• Immediate Needs: Meet immediate community needs to alleviate hardship.
• Research Support: Raise money in support of medical research.
• Awareness Promotions: Promote awareness of cancer and opportunities to help.

Vision of the Foundation

Their vision is to honor and remember AJ by supporting the fight to cure cancer through heightened community outreach, God's strength, and pure perseverance.

Race Details

• Date: 2025-09-20
• Location: 21 Willowmere Pond Road, Stafford, VA
• More Information: Wolverine Open 5K