Hotsinpiller 5K Revving Up for June; Hoping to Break Record for Registration
By Julie Perine on April 09, 2023
Organizers of the Derek Hotsinpiller Fallen Stars 5K hope to register 929 more participants by race day, June 10.
‘It has been a dream of mine since the first race that we would have 1000 runners cross our finish line,” said Ashley Hotsinpiller, race coordinator. “Last year, we came super close at just over 900 participants. I believe this is our year.”
This upcoming 5K is the 13th annual race honoring the late US Marshal Derek Hotsinpiller and the law enforcement community. The event is supported in a big way by law enforcement and the local community. All proceeds benefit the James and Derek Hotsinpiller Memorial Foundation, which provides scholarships to area high school seniors and college students pursuing careers in law enforcement and criminal justice. Since its
inception, the Board has awarded more than 50 scholarships. With the foundation status just reached this year, the organization will be involved in various other endeavors to support law enforcement.
inception, the Board has awarded more than 50 scholarships. With the foundation status just reached this year, the organization will be involved in various other endeavors to support law enforcement.
Registration is $20 until June 4 and $25 on race day. Those registered by May 19 will receive a free Dri-Fit event T-shirt. Register HERE at raceentry.com.
After the race, which follows the same route Derek Hotsinpiller used to run, awards are given to the fastest runners in several age categories. But not everyone is in it for speed. Many walk, bring their children and/or pets, and leisurely complete the course which winds through the streets of Bridgeport.
Participants will gather Saturday, June 10 at Bridgeport City Park between 
7 and 8 a.m. to pick up registration packets or register on site. At 8:30 a.m., the race begins with a shotgun start. Music, post-race refreshments, and plenty of camaraderie will follow the event.
7 and 8 a.m. to pick up registration packets or register on site. At 8:30 a.m., the race begins with a shotgun start. Music, post-race refreshments, and plenty of camaraderie will follow the event.
In addition to on-site participants, many will be running/walking virtually. Last year, each of our 50 states were represented with virtual participants and some others from around the world.
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