Description

Welcome to the 9th Annual SSG Michael Ollis 5K Run & Walk. Since the inaugural event, the Ollis run has grown into one of Staten Island's largest and running events.  Our USTAF Certified race course serves as the first leg of the Staten Island Triple Crown.  We are excited to welcome everyone back to this year's race and look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday, June 8 in New Dorp.  

Race Pricing:

• Before May 1: $30
• May 1 - June 7: $35
• Race-Day Registration: $50

Triple Crown Registration:

For those runners interested in participating in the Staten Island Road Racing Triple Crown, there is a discounted registration available ($5 off each of the 3 races).  The Ollis race will be the first leg, followed by the Firecracker 3-Mile Run on Sunday, June 29 and Michael's Cause Step for a Cure in September.

Race Packet Pick-Up:

Event participants can pick up their bibs and race packets at the SSG Michael Ollis VFW Post, located at 575 Mill Road on the following dates:

• Thursday, June 5: 3pm-8pm
• Friday, June 6: 3pm-8pm

In addition to the race packets, we will have tickets for raffles and 50/50 available.  The winners will be selected following the completion of the race.

Volunteer Meeting:

There will be a volunteer meeting at 9 am on Sunday, June 1 at the SSG Michael Ollis VFW Post, located at 575 Mill Road.  Breakfast will be served.  At this meeting we will review the various jobs we need filled including registration, bib pickup, raffles, on-course directions and water stations.

The Ollis race is organized by the SSG Michael Ollis Freedom Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, and is scored by Richard Re of ScoreYourRace.com.   After payment of race expenses, all proceeds are used by the Ollis Freedom Foundation to provide assistance and support to combat veterans re-entering civilian life.