
From the Organizer
The Players Run is more than just a race — it’s a movement.
Hosted by Next One Up, this 5K run brings together student-athletes, families, and community members for a day of energy, purpose, and impact. Every step taken supports our mission to empower young men through academics, athletics, and personal development.
This year, the Players Run is dedicated to raising funds for student-athlete uniforms, ensuring our guys not only perform at a high level but also represent themselves and the program with pride and confidence.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re helping us invest in the next generation.
Run for the culture. Run for the youth. Run for the next one up. 💪🏾
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
91°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Md Sci Ctr Baltimore, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
577,193
as of 2023
Elevation
152 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at NOU The Players Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
33
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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)
NOU The Players Run
Jul 11, 2026