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Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Date
June 27, 2026
Distance
5K · Fun Run

From the Organizer

T-Shirts:

Guaranteed t-shirts for registrations before June 5, 2026.

Packet Pickup:

Race Day - Saturday morning starting at 6:30 am at Matheson Park.

Awards:

Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female Overall winners for 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Course:

Course maps will be added soon.

Our Mission:

Powered by God’s love, we are dedicated to walking with our neighbors 

–no matter where they are in life– to help them truly thrive.

Distances & Pricing

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Race Location

About This Sport

From Endurance Grid's Founder

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run?
Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is a running event held in Taylorsville, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run?
Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Taylorsville, NC at Matheson Park, Taylorsville, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Defender of Men 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Jun 27, 2026

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