When
Saturday, February 20th, 2027
Where
705 South Street East, Talladega AL
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Overview
Join us for the Warrior Dash 5K, a race with heart, purpose, and the spirit of true warriors! All proceeds from this event will directly support the Alabama Warriors, the adult goalball team based at E. H. Gentry, a division of Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB).
About Goalball
- Sport Description: Goalball is a unique and competitive team sport designed specifically for athletes who are blind or visually impaired.
- Gameplay: Using a ball embedded with bells, players rely on sound, communication, and teamwork to defend their goal and score against their opponents.
- Impact: It’s a fast-paced, inspiring sport that builds confidence, strength, and community.
- Your Role: Your participation will help the Alabama Warriors thrive by funding essential needs.
Participation Details
- Support Needed: Funding for uniforms, athletic shoes, travel expenses for tournaments, and equipment for practice and training.
- Community Involvement: Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re part of something bigger.
- Empowerment: Empowering athletes and celebrating ability through sport.
- Join Us: Come run with us and show your support for the Alabama Warriors.
Registration Information
- Early Bird Registration: Register now for $25 — available until December 30 at 11:59 PM.
- Post Deadline: After this deadline, registration will increase to $30.
- Act Quickly: Don’t wait — secure your spot today and save!
Awards Information
We’ll be recognizing outstanding performances with awards in the following categories:
- Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male and Female.
- Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male and Female in divisions 0–9, 10–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80+
Event Status
- Rain or Shine: The event will proceed in all weather conditions.
- Donation Policy: In the event of extreme weather, registration fees will be considered a donation. No refunds.
T-Shirt Information
Participants who register by January 1, 2027 are guaranteed an event T-shirt. Don’t miss out!
Course Map
See Course Map at Bottom of Page.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in supporting this event even more? We’d love to feature your business or organization! Please contact Victoria Banes at (256) 589-5627 for sponsorship opportunities or fill out the pdf below and email to banes.victoria@aidb.org. All sponsors will be featured on the back of the event T-shirt.
Event Details
Date: 2027-02-20
Location: 705 South Street East, Talladega, AL
Event URL: Warrior Dash 5K
Course map
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