_ The 2019 Luke Jones Memorial 5K:
Join the Luke Jones Foundation for their 2nd annual Luke Jones Memorial 5K! This 5K event will be held on January 12, 2019 at Foothills Park.
Luke's Legacy, The Luke Jones Foundation will use event proceeds to support its mission, which is to provide assistance to public safety and first responder families in times of tragedy and difficulty, tuition assistance for EMS and paramedic courses, and adoption assistance for families struggling to fund the adoption.
Luke's Legacy mission is to make it a little easier for families to cope when tragedy strikes, create beautiful families and advance awareness in the firefighting profession.
About Luke Jones
Luke Jones began his pursuit of firefighting when he was 18 years old and became a firefighter/paramedic for Daisy Mountain Fire Department in 2005 so he could serve his community and sacrifice for others. Luke had a passion for helping people, which made the fire service a perfect position for him. He would have given you the shirt off of his back, an ear to listen, a laugh to lift your spirit and the last dollar in his wallet if that is what was needed. He sacrificed for others and was honored to do so.
At the age of 37, Luke's life was tragically taken on January 22, 2017, leaving behind a wife and a 1 year old daughter.
In order to honor Luke, continue to serve his community, carry on his giving heart and try to turn this tragedy into something positive, Luke's Legacy, The Luke Jones Foundation was created.
Event details and schedule
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.
Virtual Registration
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Luke Jones Memorial Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. All you have to do is register above! Please note that your medal and shirt will not be mailed out until after the completion of the event on January 12, 2019.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt or Cotton/Poly blend shirt for all participants
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups. Our age groups are the following:
8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (bagels, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up will be available beginning at 7:30am at Foothills Park (race location)
We accept cash, check, and credit cards on race day
Race Day fees will be $40
Stroller friendly event
Leashed pet friendly event
Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.
January 12 7:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
January 12 8:30 AM - 5K Begins
January 12 9:30 AM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx)