This past November we celebrated our 20th annual Pound the Pavement for Parkinson’s Walk/Run. The event saw a new record of more than 350 runners and walkers of all ages. The race, which started and ended at the First Baptist Church in Battlefield, was a huge success. Participants were treated to a long sleeve tech tee, a hot breakfast, and medals for all finishers.
In addition to the run walk itself, the event also featured a number of other activities, including a raffle, vendor booths, and a team competition. The team aspect was a great new feature, with over 20 teams participating and MJ and the Jimi Jimi Legs winning the prize for largest team.
At the end of the day, we had another record-breaking event and raised nearly $20,000 for the organization. The money will be used to add an additional class in 2023 and to provide support to those living with Parkinson's in the region.
On a personal note, having had the pleasure of coordinating this event for the past ten years, it’s been absolutely incredible seeing the growth over the years. From about 60 participants in 2013 (nearly half of which were my family!) to over 350 this year. We do very little advertising for this event, so most of the growth has been word of mouth. Thank you for being a part of it!
None of this could be possible without saying "THANK YOU!" to a lot of different people who helped make this event a success. We greatly appreciate all the walkers/runners, volunteers, cheer teams, businesses, organizations, and other community members who made this event possible. See you all next year!
Presenting Sponsors
Women Connect 4 Good
Kyowa Kirin
Neurocrine Biosciences
Morelock Builders & Associates
Cox Health
Walk/Run Sponsors
Mercy
The Bodysmith/Rock Steady Boxing
Empower Abilities
Pyramid Foods
Small Business Sponsor
Dodson Williams Automotive
Peaceful Stones Plaza
Kyle Insurance Services
Center for Music Therapy & Wellness
Heart Filled Yoga
Fred Harle State Farm Insurance
Sharlin Health & Neurology
Kimberlynn Canvas
Orchard Audio Visual
Battlefield First Baptist Church
SAVE THE DATE: This year’s event will (hopefully!) be a bit warmer. See you on September 30th, 2023!