About the Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K
The course starts and finishes in front of a gymnasium on the Pittsburg State University campus, making it a natural fit for the school's Homecoming weekend. Chip timing keeps results honest, and age group awards go deep into the field. Morning race time here can run cold, so dress for it.
Packet pickup opens early in the gymnasium entryway on race morning, so there is no need to arrive the night before. Water and light snacks are at the finish line. Proceeds from the race fund scholarships for local students heading to PSU, including one earmarked for the Army ROTC program.
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