Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, & 2K
Union, Missouri, United States
Sep, 2027 (TBD)
2k, 5k, 10k
Race Information
The Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, & 2K benefits The Lance Purschke Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Join this annual race and enjoy a beautiful, rolling course through the streets of Union with a challenging but rewarding finish at the top of Autumn Hill. The 10K and 5K events will start at the same time. The 5K is a single-loop course. As the 5K runners make the last turn onto Autumn Hill Drive the 10K runners will continue straight and proceed to run an additional 3 miles through Union. Aid stations will be provided along the 5K and 10K routes. Post-race refreshments will also be provided.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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