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RunTough 2025

Sun September 28, 2025

SALINE 1 Mile "Tough Run"

This year's 1 Mile "Tough Run" is a newly imagined race!! Enjoy running or walking through the grassy fields of Saline High School's cross country course, while keeping an eye out for some fun surprises along the way!

Early Bird pricing ends July 31!

All participants registered by September 3 are guaranteed to receive an event shirt. Shirts may be available after September 3 but cannot be guaranteed.

***Note that there is separate registration option for the 5 & under crowd, which includes a toddler-size shirt. Please sign up for the Saline Toddler Option, which is only available for the local Saline event (not virtual).

***Packet pickup will be from 12-6pm on Friday, Sept 26, at the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation office in Saline (201 W. Michigan Ave) or starting at 12pm on event day at Hornet Stadium. Opening ceremony is at 12:45pm, race starts at 1:00pm.***

Please note that NO DOGS are permitted at this event!
Start Time:
1:00pm EDT
End Time:
1:45pm EDT
Price:
$25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Price increases to $30.00 after July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Saline Punt, Pass, & Kick

NEW THIS YEAR!!!

Join us for our first ever RunTough Punt, Pass, & Kick competition! All ages are welcome, event adults!

Early Bird pricing ends July 31!

All participants registered by September 3 are guaranteed to receive an event shirt. Shirts may be available after September 3 but cannot be guaranteed.

The PPK schedule will be as follows:

12:45 - Full event Opening Ceremony
2:00 - Start time for 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 age groups
3:00 - Age 6-11 awards
3:15 - Start time for 12-13, 14-15, 16-17, and 18+ age groups
4:45 - Age 12 and up awards

***Packet pickup will be from 12-6pm on Friday, Sept 26, at the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation office in Saline (201 W. Michigan Ave) or starting at 12pm on event day at Hornet Stadium.***

Please note that NO DOGS are permitted at this event!
Start Time:
2:00pm EDT
End Time:
4:45pm EDT
Price:
$25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Price increases to $30.00 after July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Saline "Tough Run" + Punt, Pass, & Kick

SAVE $10 when you register for BOTH the "Tough Run" AND the Punt Pass, & Kick competition!

During the "Tough Run," you will enjoy running or walking through the grassy fields of Saline High School's cross country course. Then get your football skills ready for the Punt, Pass, & Kick competition that follows!

Early Bird pricing ends July 31!

All participants registered by September 3 are guaranteed to receive an event shirt. Shirts may be available after September 3 but cannot be guaranteed.

***Packet pickup will be from 12-6pm on Friday, Sept 26, at the ChadTough Defeat DIPG office in Saline (201 W. Michigan Ave) or starting at 12pm on event day at Hornet Stadium. Opening ceremony is at 12:45pm, race starts at 1:00pm.***

Please note that NO DOGS are permitted at this event!
Start Time:
1:00pm EDT
End Time:
4:45pm EDT
Price:
$40.00 Race Fee + $3.40 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Price increases to $50.00 after July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

SALINE Toddler Option

We are pleased to once again offer separate registration for our 5 & under crowd for the LOCAL EVENT IN SALINE ONLY — not valid for the Virtual Race. This registration includes a unique, toddler-only shirt. (NOTE: This is not the same shirt as the event shirt!)

We have a limited number of toddler shirts in each size (2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, or Y-XS) that are available while supplies last on a first come, first served basis. If we are sold out of your child's size or you do not want a toddler shirt, you can still register them to participate and select None for your t-shirt option.

* Pricing valid for ages 5 and under only.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! At 1:45pm, there will be a Tot Sprint on the main Hornet Stadium football field for our younger crowd!

Please note that NO DOGS are permitted at this event!
Open to ages 5 and under.
Start Time:
1:45pm EDT
End Time:
2:00pm EDT
Price:
$10.00 Race Fee + $1.60 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Registration ends September 28, 2025 at 2:15pm EDT

VIRTUAL 5K (Shirt Mailed)

Join us in spirit by doing a run or walk (or any other activity of your choice!) at any time that works for you. This can be done anywhere and includes shipment of an event shirt and bib. Wear your shirt with pride to show your support during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!

Early Bird pricing ends July 31!

VIRTUAL REGISTRATIONS AFTER 9/3/24 WILL NOT RECEIVE THEIR PACKETS IN THE MAIL UNTIL OCTOBER!

Thank you for your support of our mission to cure pediatric brain cancer. Tag us on social media, we would love to see your photos!
Price:
$30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Price increases to $35.00 after July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

VIRTUAL Without Shirt

We are once again offering a virtual option without a shirt for just $20!

You can still join us in spirit by doing a run or walk (or any other activity of your choice!) at any time that works for you. Wear whatever you want, though we'd love it to be orange!

Thank you for your support of our mission to cure pediatric brain cancer. Tag us on social media, we would love to see your photos!

***NOTE that this option does not include a shirt or race packet.***
Price:
$20.00 Race Fee + $2.20 SignUp Fee
Registration:
Price increases to $25.00 after July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

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