_ The 2022 Bill Landers Building Bridges Memorial 5K Run:
The Bill Landers Building Bridges Memorial 5K Run/Walk is an annual event held in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The route begins at Hubbard Green and continues through the Buttonball neighborhood in Glastonbury. The race and course is certified and sanctioned by the USA Track & Field, and is a qualifying race for the Manchester Road Race.
The annual run/walk supports the Glastonbury Education Foundation’s ability to fund programs, projects and initiatives that elevate the educational experience of Glastonbury’s citizens, and The Bill Landers Memorial Scholarships. The Bill Landers Memorial Scholarships consist of two $1,000 scholarships awarded to a graduating male and a female student of Glastonbury High School. The recipients of the scholarships must be attending one of the schools in the Connecticut State University system, as Bill did.
About Bill Landers
Bill Landers was a member of the Board of Directors of the Glastonbury Education Foundation and a beloved member of the Glastonbury community, as well as the local running community. Bill passed away in September of 2008 after battling cancer. He played varsity soccer for Glastonbury High School and was a member of the GHS class of 1983. Bill was a lifelong fan and supporter of the athletic programs. He earned his college degree from Eastern Connecticut State University in 1987 and founded his own successful company, Xsellense, Inc. Bill was also a Hartwell youth soccer coach and remained an avid runner. Bill is survived by his wife, Dorie, and two children.
• Run through the Buttonball neighborhood area near the Hubbard Green.
• The 5K route is certified and sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
Course Map
• 5K Course Map - (.pdf file)
Race Start Line:
• Hubbard Street & Maple Street
• Glastonbury, CT
• 06033
• Map & Directions
2021 Results at: runsignup.com or athlinks.com
2020 Results at: runsignup.com
2019 Results at: runsignup.com
2018 Results at: newenglandruns.com or athlinks.com
2017 Results at: newenglandruns.com or athlinks.com
2016 Results at: athlinks.com
2015 Results at: athlinks.com
2014 Results at: athlinks.com
2013 Results: not available ???
2012 Results at: racewire.com
2011 Results at: athlinks.com
2010 Results at: athlinks.com
2009 Results at: athlinks.com