FAQ's
How do I register?
You MUST register ONLINE. Online registration will be available until the race starts.
Can I pick up a packet for a friend of family member?
Yes
Are credit cards accepted at packet pick ups?
Yes
Am I guaranteed a race shirt?
All pre registered participants signed up at least 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE are guaranteed the race shirt size they requested during the registration process. Late sign ups are not guaranteed the shirt size of their choice, shirts will be given on a first come first serve basis. We will do our best to get everyone the shirt size they want.
Will I be able to change my shirt size?
You will not be able to exchange your shirt until after the race. We will have an area for shirt exchange after the race for those wishing to exchange their shirts. You will be given the shirt size you ordered during registration, sorry but no exceptions.
How can I get a race shirt if I do not want to participate?
You may register as a spirit runner to receive a race shirt. You do not have to compete if you do not wish to do so. You may pick up your shirt at any of the packet pick up locations.
What will we receive at packet pick up?
You will receive your race shirt, race number, and timing tag.
What type of timing is being used?
Start 2 Finish Event Timing will be timing the event. Your timing chip will be on the back of your racing number bib. Participants must wear their number on the FRONT of their outer most garment.
Race Day Questions
Where is the race located?
Shelby Farms Park *The 2021 race will be located on the back side of Shelby Farms Park. Parking will be located off of Mullins Stations at Gate 9*
What time does the race start?
5k - 2:00pm
1 Mile - 2:15pm
What if it is raining/snowing on race morning?
The race will happen rain, snow or shine
When should I arrive?
Most runners plan to arrive at an event 1 hour prior to race start time. If you have not picked up your packet at a packet pick up, please arrive at least 1 hour in advance of race start.
How long will it take to find a place to park?
Around 5-10 minutes. To avoid long lines please arrive early.
Where do I park?
There will be ample parking around the Shelby Farms Park Gate 9 entrance, please follow the direction of our parking attendants.
Are baby joggers/baby strollers allowed in the race?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack
Are walkers allowed to participate?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack
Are runners allowed to run with dogs?
Dogs are not allowed at the Kosten Foundation Kick it 5k
Can we participate as a relay team?
No
When are the awards?
3:15pm
What are the awards?
Please see the awards page on the website.
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Cup Sponsor
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Tent Sponsors
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Gold Sponsors
- Charles Traughber
- Annette and Demetrius Wiggins
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Silver Sponsors
- The Gill Family
- GPS Dental
- Menna Jaggi and Subhash C. Chauhan, Ph. D
- Kathryn Gilbert Craig & Thomas J. Craig, Jr.
- Scott Dawson
- James R. Humphreys
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Bronze Sponsors
- Leonard and Elaine Lurie
- Hilzinger Family
- St. Paul Missionary Church of Olive Branch
- Barbara and Leonard Richman
- Myrna and Ron Halpern
- Ricky Maestri
- Shellie Antey
- Boilermaker Boyers (Greg, Barb, Kiersten and Marisa)
- Amy Boyer
- Jerry Kosten
- Penny and Pat Patterson
- Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
- Liz and Rouben Simonian
- Ronald and Iris Harkavy
- Zada Hart Gates
- Mike and Joan Heflin
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Friends
- Lori Hughes
- Michael Ellis
- Eddie Sapir
- The Herzog Family
- Julie Collins in Loving memory of my husband,Robert E. Collins
- Rayna and Michael Greenberg
- Barbara and Allie Prescott
- Rose and David Ross
- Marilyn and Harvey Cook
- Pat and Dr. Terry Geshke
- Evelyn and Jerome Makowsky
- Amy Minkin
- Herman "Bubba" Silberstein
- Hal Fogelman
- Teresa Wright
- Karen and Stephen Moss
- Patti and Dr. William Weiss
- David Salisbury