EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Evansville head cross country coach Don Walters announced that the Bailey George Memorial 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, July 7 to honor the memory of former Purple Aces runner Bailey George, who passed away from cancer in 2016.
 
Registration for the event is just $20.00 with all proceeds going directly into the Bailey George Scholarship Fund at the University of Evansville.
 
For the first time, the event will take place on the campus of the University of Evansville with the start/finish line located at the old National Guard Armory. The course will showcase the university's scenic campus.
 
The race begins at 9 a.m. and is an untimed event. There will be a clock at the finish line. A 400-meter children's race will also take place. Medals will be given out for the 400-meter children's race.
 
"This event is a great way to celebrate Bailey and what was important to her. Being outside, physical fitness, and cross country were important things to her, and I'm glad that we are able to celebrate her, and what was important to her," says Coach Don Walters.
 
Last year saw another successful turnout in the event's second running. In the inaugural year in 2016, 300 runners and walkers took part in the run and walk.
 
Pre-registration is encouraged at www.uealumnionline.com/BaileyGeorgeRun18. Day-of registration will also be accepted. If you cannot attend this event but would like to contribute to the Bailey George Memorial Scholarship Fund, please visit www.uealumnionline.com/BaileyGeorgeFund.
 
For more information, please contact UE head cross country coach Don Walters at 812-457-4103.
 

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