The 15th Annual Simsonian 5K Kick-Off Classic is held in honor of beloved Grosse Ile High School teacher and coach, Steve Sims, who died unexpectedly in 2003, of a dissecting aortic aneurysm. The Simsonian 5K and Fun Run were established as the sole fund raiser for the Steve Sims Leadership Scholarship, given to an outstanding female scholar/athlete at Grosse Ile High School.
The event has grown year after year, and provides a fast, flat race on beautiful Grosse Ile. Awards are Male/Female overall, and three deep in m/f age categories 12 and under, 13-16, 17-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over. Coveted T-shirt, DJ and refreshments after race party, Raffle Prizes to registered runners (must be present to win.) Good times, great cause.