Scott Burgess Memorial 5k
Sat, May 30, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Franklin, TX
- 102 W Decherd St, 77856
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsA heartfelt 5K honoring SSG Scott Burgess, with all proceeds funding scholarships for Robertson County youth. Run for a cause and a hero's legacy.
- For a Cause
For a CauseGreat for
- For a Cause
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners
The Scott Burgess Memorial 5k honors SSG Scott Burgess, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2011. Established in 2013, this 5K event in Franklin, TX, serves as a meaningful tribute. All proceeds from the race directly support a scholarship program benefiting the youth of Robertson County, where Scott was raised. Participants join to remember a hero and contribute to a lasting legacy for local students.
What to expect
- Participate in a 5K run dedicated to remembrance and community support.
- Contribute to a scholarship fund for local youth.
- Receive a commemorative shirt if registered by the deadline.
Standout details
- Honors SSG Scott Burgess
- Supports Robertson County youth scholarships
- Established in 2013
- 5K distance
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, May 30, 9:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes May 30, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 5K
Sat, May 30, 8:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 5K
Sat, May 30, 6:30 AM CDT · From $38.10
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 3:51 AM CDT · Closes May 29, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
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The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
The Scott Burgess Memorial 5k was established in 2013 to honor our own hero, SSG Scott Burgess. Scott was killed in Afghanistan in 2011 while serving in the Army's 1st Battalion, 84th Field Artillery Regiment, 170th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. All of the proceeds go to a scholarship program benefiting the youth of Robertson County where Scott was raised.
***NOTICE*** All registrations received after May 19th will not be guaranteed a shirt. We will order extra shirts in an attempt to fulfill all of the racers but there is a chance that we have more late registrations than the number of shirts available. If you are a late registration you are encouraged to arrive at the packet pick up as early as possible to claim your shirt.
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