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Paul Ruston Memorial Run

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calendar_today 08 Aug, 2026

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About the Event

If pre-registration is closed, do not worry! On-site registration will be available on day of race for $15.

Come join us for the annual Paul Ruston Memorial Run at Thomas Jefferson High School!

Lace up your sneakers and honor the memory of beloved community member Paul Ruston. All proceeds will be donated to the Ruston Family Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on making the sport of cross country understandable and memorable for young athletes & families. Bring together friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fun and fitness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely walk, we would love you to join us in honoring Coach Ruston's legacy at the Paul Ruston Memorial Run.

View the course map and check out our website to learning more about the foundation and what we've been up to!

Race will be chip-timed by GC Racing and bibs will be available for pick up on race day during check-in (7:00AM-8:30AM).

Free swag for all participants 18 and under. All pre-registrants will receive a BOGO free Cold Stone Creamery Voucher! **Valid only at Kent and Covington locations and expires before Sep. 2025!

Awards will be at 9:45AM. Prize money to overall top-3 male and female racers!

Don't miss out on this special event! Please email rustonfamilyfoundation@gmail.com for questions, concerns, or details on special student and group priced tickets!!

Races Offered

5k Run

Aug 08, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$10.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Auburn.

thermostat Temperature
14.2° / 26.2°
wb_sunny Feels like
13.9° / 25.6°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
11h 23m
water_drop Avg rainfall
1.6 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
air Avg wind speed
6.5 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
High
terrain Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (4.9)
humidity_mid Humidity
68.9%
wb_twilight Sunrise
06:07
nightlight Sunset
20:17

About Auburn

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