American Hero 25K, 5K and Relay and 400 Meter Dash

Event Details
When: Saturday, July 31st, 2021

Where: Comanche Park 2600 Rigsby Ave, San Antonio, TX 78222

Time: The gate opens at 6 AM: Opening Ceremonies will start at 7:00 AM. First race (Kids 400m) starts at 7:15. The 5k starts right after the kids run along with the  25k Relay.

Late Registration only at packet pick up. No Race day registration.. Registration entry fee at the event or at Packet Pickup is $45 per runner 5k and 5k Relay individual, 75 for the 25K $40 (5k Middle/Elementary, 5k Buddy, $20 Kids 400m . Please be early. It takes time to fill out the form for 5 teammates if you are on a relay. It is the Captain's responsibility to make sure his or her team is registered.

Runner’s Staging Area: Runners will warm up (prior to their baton exchange) anywhere but the race course. Teams are encouraged to stay together before, during and after the race to avoid confusion at the start, for the handoffs and for the awards ceremony. It is the Captain's responsibility to maintain team integrity for all functions.

The Race: All races will start and finish on the finish line area at Comanche park. The Kids Fun Run and the 5k may be walked or run.  25k Relay, because of time constraints, is for runners only although some walking is permitted.

Audience: Free food, Celorio barbacoa, paletas and drinks for all. No charge for general admission. No charge for parking.  Entertainment by Madelyn Victoria.

Registration: See Fees page

Relay Alternates: Alternates are allowed to replace registered runners who cannot participate. They must have the bib number in hand of the person they are replacing in order to get into the race without an entry fee. Go to the registration table and sign in to make the name change. Alternates without bib numbers in hand must pay $45 at the registration table.

On race day, alternates who have paid their entry fee will be allowed to join other teams needing a runner at the meet or join other alternates also looking for a team. Runners without teams will run the 5k solo.

Need a Team/Runner: You will be matched with other runners also needing a team (in the appropriate division). You will be notified at packet pickup when you are matched to a team. Fill out application and mark the applicable division/category and check "Need a Team" or "Need a Runner."