Thank you to Spectrum Health United Hospital for being the Olympic Medal Sponsor of the Yellow Jacket Challenge.

YJC 2016 RACE RESULTS!! 

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Mark your calendars!

Sunday, April 23, 2017

 

The 2016 YJC blessed us with a beautiful day for the running of the 9th annual Yellow Jacket Challenge held on Sunday, April 17.  Record temperatures in the 70’s, sunshine, and beautiful blue skies brought us the second best year ever!  We had 367 runners and more than 110 walkers.  Elementary running clubs came out in force with 46% of the total runners from the two youngest age groups.  Many people finished their first 5K.  There were personal triumphs celebrated.  Deb Bendon received a double lung transplant 16 months ago and walked the 5K with her family by her side.  Ann Harvey achieved her dream of running her first 5K after a weight loss journey from a 4XL to an XL. And, let’s not forget this year’s race winner rode his bicycle 50 miles to get here!  These stories are an inspiration to all of us and the reason why the YJC is truly a celebration of family and community.  I would like to share my sincere thanks to every person who has a hand in making the YJC such a success.  To our 23 sponsors and community partners, thank you for providing the funding necessary to make it happen.  To over 100 volunteers, thank you for managing every detail and making it look easy. To our running club coaches, thank you for instilling such excitement in our young runners.  To every runner and walker, many who have come every year, thank you for dedicating this day on your calendar and making it such a special event.  Please know how much I appreciate every single person and all they do to make the Yellow Jacket Challenge a tremendous success.  I can’t wait to see you on April 23, 2017.  We will celebrate 10 years running!

 

The Yellow Jacket Challenge - Online Registration is CLOSED

Tips from YJC sponsor Greenville Snap Fitness on how to prepare for your first 5K.

 

CLICK HERE for 2014 Photos

 

Thank you all for making the Yellow Jacket Challenge such a success!  Your participation and support is greatly appreciated.

Please mark your calendars for the 9th annual Yellow Jacket Challenge on Sunday, April 17, 2016  
 

Sunday, April 23, 2017
Greenville High School Yellow Jacket Stadium
111 North Hillcrest Grenville, Michigan 48838

Race day registration –

12:30 until 1:45 p.m.


5K Run & 1 Mile Walk –

2:00 p.m.


Fun Runs, Refreshments and Awards to follow.

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Entry fees:

Early registration: Before 4-8-2016

  • 5K Run - $20
  • Walkers - $10

After 4-8-2016 & on Race day registration:

  • 5K Run - $25
  • Walkers - $10

Children ages 5th grade and younger may walk for FREE, but t-shirts are included only with paid registrations.

Young Yellow Jacket Fun Runs do not require registration and are FREE.

What's Included:

  • Family-friendly Sunday afternoon activity!
  • USATF certified 5K course.
  • Electronic Time for 5K Course.
  • Bulging Goodie Bags!
  • Colorfully awesome short-sleeved t-shirts for runners and walkers.
  • 1 water station & portable toilets on 5K route.
  • Post race refreshments feature healthy snacks.
  • Live entertainment!
  • Corporate Challenge!
  • Awards assembly.

This event has been reviewed for the physical activity content and has been endorsed by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports. This does not reflect endorsement of the sponsoring organization or the products used.

Courses

The Yellow Jacket Challenge includes a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk, and Young Yellow Jacket Fun Runs

The 5K course is USATF certified. It is mostly flat and consistently receives rave reviews. Starting outside the stadium, you will run along the scenic Fred Meijer Flat River Trail and residential neighborhoods. Finish on Legacy Field, inside the stadium, in front of your cheering family and friends.

The 1 Mile walk begins behind the 5K runners. You will stroll along the Fred Meijer Flat River Trail and residential neighborhoods. Finish in the Greenville High School parking lot.

The Young Yellow Jacket Fun Runs will occur following the 5K Run. Children ages 5th grade and younger may choose to run 1 mile, ½ mile, or 50 yard dash. The events take place at centerfield of Yellow Jacket Stadium, led by the school district’s Physical Education instructors. All participants earn a finisher’s ribbon. Local mascots & law enforcement cheer for the children!

Results

Race results will be posted immediately following the 5K Run. Results will also be posted later on race day online at Playmakers and eventually on this page.

An awards assembly will follow the Fun Runs. Trophies and medals will be awarded to male/female for the 5K Run in the following age categories: Overall, Masters (Age 40 & older), and 1st, 2nd & 3rd places in: 9 and younger, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & older.

5K Course Records Since 2014

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Click here for course records prior to 2014

Proceeds

It shall be the mission of the Education Foundation of Greenville to acquire and distribute financial and other resources to the Greenville Public Schools. The resources shall be used for programs and projects aimed at enhancing or supplementing educational programs and providing extended educational opportunities.

Get your business involved!

For information on our Corporate Challenge,
click HERE to download a PDF, or contact us with the links below.

Questions? Contact Us!

In case of threatening weather: The YJC may be delayed or canceled if any of the following weather conditions exist:  Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, Thunderstorm, or Heavy Rain.   If threatening weather forces cancellation of the event, no refunds will be provided, since funds were already spent in preparation for Race Day.  T-shirts will be distributed.