The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC
- Date
- May 20, 2026
- Location
- 113 Schum Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
- Distance
- ARMY - General Entry - Non-competitive · MARINES - General Entry - Non-competitive · FDNY - General Entry - Non-competitive & more
From the Organizer
CATEGORY 1: GENERAL
- The GENERAL category DOES NOT compete for an award.
- Weight vest optional (not provided)
- Pull-up bands optional (not provided)
- All General category participants get a t-shirt.
- This is for everyone who wants to enjoy the experience but is not interested in competing against anyone else.
CATEGORY 2: ELITE
- 20 lb. weight vest or equivalent MANDATORY (not provided)
- No pull-up bands permitted
- The ELITE category competes for the awards listed below.
- Top 3 – FDNY
- Top 3 – MARINES
- Top 3 – ARMY
- #1 – OVERALL WINNER – BEST OF THE BEST
CATEGORY 3: General Community
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The GENERAL COMMUNITY category DOES NOT compete for an award.
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Weight vest optional (not provided)
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Pull-up bands optional (not provided)
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All General category participants get a t-shirt.
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This is for everyone who is not a member of the Armed Forces or FDNY and wants to enjoy the experience but is not interested in competing against anyone else.
CATEGORY 4: Volunteer
- Volunteer Staff will assist with one or more of the following on the day of the race.
- Water Station - Organize cups, water, and distribute.
- Course Guide - Direct participants
- Event Marshal - Confirm completion of exercises
- Pre-Post Event Set-Up - Assist with course signage, banners, tables, supplies.
- Shirt and Award distribution - assist with the distribution of shirts and awards
REGISTRATION INCLUDES COMMEMORATIVE TECHNICAL T-SHIRT
SCHEDULE
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7:00 AM - Sign-in
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7:30 AM - Opening Ceremony
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8 AM – 1st HEAT elite
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8:20 – 2ND HEAT elite
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8:40 – 3rd HEAT elite
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9:00 – 4th HEAT general group
Event is RAIN or SHINE
Registration closes on May 1ST.
The LT. Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation (501c3) was founded in 2007 by Michael’s parents, Dan and Maureen Murphy, along with Michael’s brother, John. Michael was an avid reader who felt that education was key. In fact, his favorite saying was “Education will set you free”.
The Foundation’s Board began with Family, but now seats nine members consisting of Dan, Maureen, and John Murphy, as well as other close family and friends committed to keeping Michael’s life, service, sacrifice and legacy alive.
The Foundation is funded through kind donations and proceeds from The Murph Challenge.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC?
- The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC is a running event held in Brooklyn, NY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC?
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in Brooklyn, NY at 113 Schum Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The Armed Forces and FDNY Murph Challenge @ Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, NYC
May 20, 2026