MSSU Run with the Pride
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Joplin, MO
- 3950 E. Newman Road, 64801
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run or walk a community 5K hosted by MSSU students, celebrating Lion pride and supporting future Kinesiology scholars.
- Fun
- For a Cause
Fun
For a CauseWho it's for
- All Genders Welcome
All Genders WelcomeGreat for: cause-driven runners
Join the Missouri Southern State University Kinesiology Department for the annual Run with the Pride 5K. Organized by students, this event gathers students, alumni, families, and the Joplin community to celebrate movement and Lion pride. Proceeds directly benefit the Lori Pflug Memorial Endowment Scholarship and support Kinesiology department programs, helping future students. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying a walk with friends, this inclusive 5K welcomes all ages and abilities to get active and support a meaningful cause.
What to expect
- Run or walk a 5K alongside students, alumni, and the Joplin community.
- Support future Kinesiology students through the Lori Pflug Memorial Endowment Scholarship.
- Celebrate Lion pride and active living at this annual university event.
Standout details
- Benefits scholarship fund
- Student-organized event
- Connects university and community
- Welcomes all ages and abilities
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Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM CDT · From $6.94
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM CDT · From $28.29
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM CDT · From $12.28
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM CDT
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- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM CDT · From $17.61
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
Run with the Pride 5K – 2026
Join us for the 2026 Run with the Pride 5K, hosted by the Missouri Southern State University Kinesiology Department and organized by students in the KINE 395 Practicum Class. This annual event brings together students, alumni, families, and the Joplin community to celebrate movement, education, and Lion pride.
Proceeds from the Run with the Pride 5K benefit the Lori Pflug Memorial Endowment Scholarship and support ongoing programs within the MSSU Kinesiology Department, helping future students pursue careers in health, fitness, and human performance.
Whether you’re racing for a PR, walking with friends, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is designed for all ages and abilities. Come out, get active, and support a great cause while showing your Lion pride.
Run with the Pride—and make an impact with every step.
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