6th Annual Tyler Brown's
"I Hate to Run"
Memorial 5K & 10k Run & Walk
and Silent Auction Raffle
*Virtual Run options available*
FREE 400M Kids Fun Run
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Abessinio Stadium, Wilmington, DE
PREMIER SPONSORS
Guest Celebrity Race Starter
Lou Tilley is this year's race starter. Lou will be on hand before the race to meet and greet runners. Come out, say hello and have your photo taken with a local legend.
Lou Tilley has been a television sports anchor, content creator, producer and media executive for more than 40 years. Many will perhaps remember Tilley best during his career as sports director, anchor and play-by-play broadcaster for KYW-TV, CBS 3 and Comcast Television in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Lou won 5 Emmys during his time at KYW – TV, for his enterprise reporting. In total, Tilley has won 11 Emmys during his career to date | KYW- Channel 3 |
Registration Information
- Early-bird registration ends December 1, 2023 at 12:00 am. (Save $10)
- December 8th is the last day to register and be guaranteed a shirt.
- Online registration ends January 4, 2024 at 12:00 am.
- Virtual registration open until January 7, 1 am.
- Day of race registration - January 7, 2023 at 11:00 am.
- Race packet pick up - January 7, 2023 at 11:00 am.
NOTICE: No dogs allowed due to insurance liability. Bibs are non-transferable. Please reference our policies page for more details.
Results submission available through to Thursday, January 11th, 2024 11:59pm
Below you’ll find detailed instructions and FAQs on how to track your participation using one of the following two ways:
OPTION 1: TRACK WITH THE RUNKEEPER APP Step 1: Connect your registration On your mobile device, download the app and add your registration by clicking the button below.
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OPTION 2: MANUALLY POST RESULTS If you plan to record using another software or tracking device and need to post manually, simply head to results page and “Submit Virtual Result”. Your confirmation number and last name can be used to confirm your registration before submitting your results. Confirmation number: (EG: 12345678) (EG: Smith)
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Multiple event distances or participants under one Race Roster account
If you signed up for more than one distance within the same event, or signed up multiple individuals for the same event, please visit your Race Roster dashboard, select this event and then use the “Connect to App” button for each event distance or person. To send to a friend, copy and paste that connect to app button link and share it with them. - How to record your participation with the Runkeeper app
To record your participation with the Runkeeper app, you will need to track your activity using your phone or with a connected wearable. You can follow these step-by-step instructions (with images) on how to track your participation using the ASICS Runkeeper app. - Tracking with your Fitbit, Garmin, or Apple Watch
You can track your participation using your Fitbit, Garmin, or Apple Watch earlier. You must download the Runkeeper app and connect your device prior to starting your activity. Follow these steps to add your Fitbit, Garmin, or Apple Watch activity to the Runkeeper app. - How to ensure your activity is tracked correctly
Please make sure you run the full distance (to the decimal point) to ensure your result is posted.
Note: If you run farther than the required distance, the Runkeeper app will post your fastest segment. - How to manually post your results on Race Roster
Follow these steps to manually post your results on Race Roster (not using the app). - Limitations to note
At this time, the Runkeeper app is unable to link to Suunto, Coros or Polar, but you can use your iPhone or Android.
Your sponsorship makes a difference! Thank you for your support. Every dollar we receive helps pay a deserving student's tuition. Salesianum and the Brown family take your gifts seriously, and we make every effort to maximize your investment.
There are $250, $500, $750 and $1000 sponsorship levels. To sign up to sponsor or see what each package includes and compare them all please click here.
Day of Registration Opens | 11:00 am |
Packet Pick Up Opens | 11:00 am |
Kids Fun Run Start Time | 11:30 am |
10K Start Time | 12:00 pm |
5K Start Time | 12:10 pm |
Post Race Party | 12:30 pm |
Silent Auction Winners Announced | 1:30 pm |
Race Amenities
- A limited number of large restaurant style space heaters are being provided pre and post race.
- Long sleeve moisture wicking tee shirt made from 100% recycled material to first 300 registrants.
- An I Hate to Run 16 oz. beer glass for first 300 finishers.
- One free raffle ticket with registration.
- Free 400m kids run1.
- Free face painting for kids of all ages.
- Meet and Greet with Lou Tilley.
- Penny Social Raffle. (See raffle prize section below).
- Reserved parking area for EV's and cars with 4 or more people.
- Free digital photo booth.
- A DJ will be on hand to keep the mood festive.
- Free pizza and beer post race.
1The Kid's 400m fun run is a free event for all kid's 10 years old and younger. No registration is required. Just show up and enjoy the festivities including the face painting and the photo booth.
Post Race Party
- The post race party will be in the stadium portico.
- The area will have heaters, tables and chairs.
- Beer and seltzers compliments of NKS Distributors.
- Free pizza, chocolate chip cookies, other snacks and drinks.
- Raffle winners selected.
I Hate to Run SWAG and more
Purchase I Hate to Run SWAG and other original Tyler Brown artwork at Tyler Brown SWAG
Tyler Brown was the literal embodiment of a Salesian Gentleman. Filled with gentle strength, Tyler lived authentically and fully until his life was tragically cut short by a car accident in his senior year. A decorated artist, athlete and student, Tyler lived to serve and inspired his classmates through service, friendship and zeal.
Donate to The Tyler Ritchie Brown '16 Memorial Scholarship
The Tyler Ritchie Brown '16 Memorial Scholarship is a listed under endowments. To make a donation please click here and search for the fund name under "endowments".
The race starts and finishes at Abessinio Stadium (1 St. Rocco Way, Wilmington, DE 19802)
5k/10k Course Map |
Purchase raffle tickets and use them to bid on available prizes. The more raffle tickets you place in an items raffle basket, more you increase your chances of winning that prize.
Tickets are available for purchase at the Salesianum School store and on race day. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Currently available prizes are listed below. Check back to see new prizes as they are added. Want to donate a prize? Contact Russ at russ@tylerritchiebrown.com.
Some (but note all) raffle-auction items that are available are listed below.
Ocean Zero - Beach Chair and Shade Set (retail value $300)
Moore Brothers - A case of Bon Marche wine (retail value $240)
Salesianum SWAG gift basket (retail value $300)
Tyler's Camp Store - I Hate to Run Hoodie (XL) (retail value $42)
Tyler's Camp Store - Hand Sketch Mug (retail value $16)
Tyler's Camp Store - I Hate to Run Mug (retail value $16)
El Diablo Burritos - (6) $25 gift cards
Delaware Running Company - $25 gift card
American Eagle - $25 gift card
BarkBox - Classic Plush Box and 30 Free Subscription (retail value $35)
SoDel Concepts Gift Card (retail value $50) Good at any SoDel restaurants.
Dallas Goedert autographed football (retail value $200)
Jalen Hurts autographed photo (retail value $55)
Ron Jaworski autographed football (specifically for this event). (Retail value $100)
REI Flash 22 Daypack, 32 oz Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle and a Mini Multi Towel (Retail Value $67)
Steven Muller Resin Works - Praying Hands with Hearts. (Retail value $79)
Steven Muller Resin Works - Praying Hands (Retail value $69)
Volunteer opportunities are available for our race. To volunteer, please register here.
High school and college students, we are happy to sign for service hours or provide letters of reference.
For more information, please email astrickland@summercollab.com
For more information, contact Russ Brown at russ@tylerritchiebrown.com
Race Underwriter Sponsor
Post-Race Party Sponsor
Course Sponsor
Kyle & Lindsay Milden | Andy Cleff |
- Overall male and female winners
- Awards for top male and female masters
- Awards to top 3 male and female in 10 year age groups 18 & under through 70 & over
- First Finisher from Salesianum School Class of 2016
Overall male and female winners and top masters male and female will be announced and called up on stage to accept awards. All age group winners may pick up awards at help desk.