
South Effingham NJROTC 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Guyton, GA, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Please join us for the 17th annual running of the South Effingham NJROTC Cadet 5K. The race will take place at South Effingham High School starting at the football stadium. The race will begin at 9:00am. Registration will open at 7:30. The run will travel out the school entrance, down Nease Road, down St John and Hester roads back to the school. It is an ideal race for anyone trying to set a personal best or participating in their first 5K. The race benefits the 105 Cadets of the South Effingham NJROTC learning self discipline while preparing to be outstanding citizens. Proceeds will will fund participation in 24 various NJROTC competitions to include 14 overnights trips, 4 military base visits, 2 college campus visits, 2 summer camps and one military ball for the 2026 – 2027 school year.
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 9/19
High
89°
Low
71°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
42%
Wind
1 to 6 mph
Host City
City Elevation
73 ft
Nearest Airport
SAV
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport · 17 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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South Effingham NJROTC 5K
Sep 19, 2026