
From the Organizer
Firehawk 5k & 1 Mile
The UT Southern Cross Country program is excited to put on the 4th annual Firehawk 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run for all local runners, walkers, and supporters. Profit from the race will go to the UT Southern Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs.
Race Date: Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Race Time: 8:00 AM - 5k | 9:15 AM - 1 Mile
Location: UT Southern East Campus - 1238 East College St. Pulaski TN 38478
Registration: 5k—$25 before August 2nd, $30 up to race day. 1 Mile—$15. Both—$35 before August 2nd, $40 up to race day. There will be race day registration.
5k Awards:
Overall Male and Female
Overall Masters Male and Female
1st through 3rd Age Groups
Age Groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
1 Mile Awards: Finisher medals for all participants.
T-Shirts: T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrants. However, participants who register after the early registration may be mailed a shirt after the race day.
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
88°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pulaski Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
810 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Coming Up
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