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Run for Briggs 5K Run/Walk/Ruck
Saturday, May 24, 2025
8:30AM 1 Mile Fun Run Start
9AM 5K Start
Rain or Shine
Burman Blvd
Calverton, NY 11933
ABOUT
Dashan J. Briggs Memorial Foundation, Inc. was founded in 2021 by his spouse and family. Technical Sergeant Dashan Briggs made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the 106th NYS Air National Guard unit as a Special Missions Aviator in Western Iraq on March 15, 2018 when his HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter crashed. The foundation was created to honor his legacy by supporting future generations and teaching them to succeed through perseverance, hard work, and dedication- all traits he embodied.
It is with mixed emotions that we announce that the 5th Annual Run for Briggs 5K, that will be held Memorial Day weekend, will be our final event. After years of incredible support and participation, we have decided to close this chapter.
While we are sad to say goodbye to this beloved event, please know that this does not mark the end of our foundation. We remain committed to supporting our community and will continue to carry out our mission to honor Dashan through new and meaningful ways.
We invite you to join us one last time this Memorial Day weekend to run, walk, and celebrate the spirit of Dashan and our community. We can’t wait to see you there.
Thank you for your unwavering support. Here's to one more unforgettable race!
~ We Run For Those Who Cannot ~
AMENITIES
- T-shirt (Guaranteed to those that register by end of day 5/5/25)
- Raffles
- Water and refreshments
- Bagels
- Applebee's
- Mister Softee
- LIVE / Text / Email Results
- FREE Finish Line Photos
- Personalized Bibs if registered 3 weeks in advance
AWARDS
- Top 1 M/F Overall
- Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
BENEFICIARY
All proceeds from this event will go to the Dashan J. Briggs Memorial Foundation that awards scholarships to students in Riverhead and Comsewogue High School, and to future workshops and seminars to help teach our youth important life skills that they do not necessarily learn in school such as CPR/AED training, car maintenance, finances, and basic cooking classes, etc.
BIB PICKUP
Early: May 23rd, 4:30pm-6:30pm - Port Jefferson Station VFW, 34 Lamport Ave, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
In-Person Day of: Please see the event staff starting one hour before the event start time.
- Hurry; Register 3 weeks in advance to get a personalized Race Number!
- You must know your bib number in order to pick up your bib. If you do not know your bib number there will be a Self Lookup area.
- If you register more than 24 hours in advance, your bib number will be texted or emailed to you at least 2 hours prior to bib pickup.
Virtual: Are shipped to you! Shipping window ranges from one week prior to the event to one week post event.
COURSE
The course is primarily on the Eastern Runway.
Check out the course map HERE.
RUCK REQUIREMENTS
Earn a Go Ruck patch by signing up for the 5K Ruck.
Requirements:
10lbs for anyone under 150lbs
20lbs for anyone over 150lbs
QUESTIONS
RESULTS & PHOTOS
- LIVE Online/Email/Text Results and FREE Video & Same-day finish line pics
- Find Misc Photos on Facebook @elitefeats
TEAM ROSTER
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS
Upload your times & photos beginning 5/24 - 6/1
TRACKING YOUR DISTANCE
4 Laps to one Mile on a Track
Treadmill
MapMyRun.com
Find a Certified USATF Course
Some events display course maps at elitefeats.com
Many parks have measured 'fitness' trails open to the public
Download free app Strava & hit 'Record'
HOW TO POST TIMES
1. Cover ground whenever & wherever you'd like!
2. On Start Date visit elitefeats.com/Results - search this event.
3. Search your name - click Update.
4. Enter your time.
5. Optional upload up to 5 photos.
WHEN TO POST
EARLY REGISTRANTS (before start day) can start posting times ON start day!
LATE REGISTRANTS (after start day) allow up to 24 hours to post times.
BIB MAILING begins Monday prior to start day. If you register after this, please allow 3-5 business days to receive.
You don't need the bib to participate, it's a keepsake!