
From the Organizer
Join us for the 4TH annual MONK STRONG Run
This year’s theme is Red, White and Blue! Come out dressed to impress and let’s go all out to show our American pride!
We will have a 1 Mile fun run, 5K and 10K
Monk Strong Memorial was formed in honor of Justin Monk. Justin, a former Marine with the United States Marine Corps was diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer in 2019. He later succumbed to this cancer in 2023. Justin wanted nothing more than to help others, he dedicated his life to serving those in need. After serving in the Marine Corps, Justin came home and earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing and worked as an RN at the Hamilton hospital for 7 years. Justin was also a member of a small Church of Christ in Stephenville, TX. Justin left behind a legacy that can’t be matched, he was kind, loyal, honest, and proud. He always stood up for what he believed in, and what is right. His motto was God, family, and hard work!
We are honoring his memory by hosting a yearly run. The money raised is to help serve those who serve others! He left behind a S.P.E.C.I.A.L legacy that his family and friends plan to carry on.
https://www.monkstrongmemorial.org/
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Packet Pick- Race Day Only-6:30-7:15
10K Run: 7:30 AM
5K Run: 7:45 AM
Fun Run: 5 minutes after last 5K runner starts
*Award distribution following last runner
Registration Fees:
Registration Fees (thru December 31, 2026):
10K Individual - $35
5K Individual - $25
10K- Team of 5 or more - $25 per runner
5K- Team of 5 or more - $15 per runner
Untimed 10K - $15
Untimed 5K- $15
Fun Run - $15
Registration Fees (January 1-February 28):
10K Individual - $40
5K Individual - $30
10K- Team of 5 or more - $30 per runner
5K- Team of 5 or more - $20 per runner
Untimed 10K - $15
Untimed 5K- $15
Fun Run - $15
Registration Fees (March 1- April 2):
10K Individual - $45
5K Individual - $34
10K- Team of 5 or more - $35 per runner
5K- Team of 5 or more - $25 per runner
Untimed 10K - $20
Untimed 5K- $20
Fun Run - $20
Registration Fees (Race Day 04/03/2027): (No teams on race day)
10K Individual - $55
5K Individual - $45
Untimed 10K - $25
Untimed 5K- $25
Fun Run - $25
Our course is designed to handle all fitness levels. We hope to see you there!
Packet Pick- Race Day Only- 6:30AM-7:15AM
Walk-up Registration: - 6:30AM-7:00AM
Register by 03/15/26 to be guaranteed a Race T-shirt.
Award Categories:
Age Divisions: Top 2 Males & Females in the following age groups:
Overall M/F, 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
*Awarded Monk Strong Cups with place listed- New Color this year!
*Finisher medals for all participants
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stephenville, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
21,345
as of 2023
Elevation
1,311 ft
Nearest Airport
MWL
Mineral Wells Regional Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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4TH Annual MONK STRONG Run
Apr 3, 2027