It was a beautiful spring day for some 639 runners and walkers who took part in a 5K and Radical Mile, held on April 28 at St. Charles Community College. The events were part of the college's 25th running on campus that drew area residents for a morning of health, fitness and family recreation. The race's theme brought out runners decked in ‘80s gear.


Participants at the 25th annual event were decked in ‘80s gear.

“From start to finish, this health and wellness event was about as colorful as it gets. Not only was it great to see families taking part, it was awesome to have so many runners get into the spirit of our 1980s theme,” said Heather McDorman, race director and vice president for marketing and student life at the college. “It's gratifying to see people of all ages and ability levels participate in the run events, as well as have the opportunity to visit booths from a variety of local exhibitors.” 

In the 5K Race, Martin Van Doren, 37, of St. Peters, Mo., was first to cross the finish line with a time of 17 minutes, 46 seconds, followed by Tom Van Doren (19:24) and Randy Schaefer (19:35). Siobhanna Hunt, 40, was the first female to cross the finish line, coming in 11th overall with a time of 21 minutes, 27 seconds, followed by Stephanie Layton (21:34) and Allison Soung (22:28). Van Doren and Hunt, the male and female overall winners, each received a $50 cash prize.

In the top SCC student, alumni and employee 5K categories, the first male SCC student to cross the finish line was Zachary Steele (39:47) and the first female student to finish was Joy Kohlfeld (24:16). The first male alum to cross the finish line was Jason Gabathuler (22:26), and the first female alum was Victoria Fogarty (30:30). In the employee division, Joe Baumann (23:26) was the first male to cross the finish line. Jeannie Guild (26:31) was the first female to cross the finish line.

A list of all winners in the various events at the 25th Annual 5K Race and Radical Mile can be found at that80srun.org.

Nearly 72 medals were awarded in age group categories in the 5K and Fun Run events. About 565 runners registered in the 5K race and 74 in the Radical Mile. A total of 639 runners registered for the event.  

All run registrants, ages 18 and above, were automatically entered into the drawing for a $1,000 scholarship to SCC. The winner is James Eakin.

The event included free wristbands to the first 500 at packet pickup and a bright-colored T-shirts for early registrants.

The college's annual That ‘80s Run event also included around 24-exhibitor booths with health and wellness information presented by hospitals, agencies, fitness organizations, businesses and institutions in the area.

To the Max sponsors were Christian Foods/McDonald's, Smoothie King, STLToday.com, 106.5 The Arch, Bubble Bus, 102.5 KEZK and Raising Cane's. Righteous sponsors include, 9Round Kickbox Fitness, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters & Progress West Hospitals, Universal Creative Concepts, Endodontics of Greater St. Louis/Arnold, La Chata and Orange Theory Fitness. Way Cool sponsors include, Cam Print, Carol House Furniture, John Beal Roofing, Missouri American Water, Sanger & Eby, Shirt Kong and UMSL. 

For 2018 photos, visit https://flic.kr/s/aHsmh5TXFM.

St. Charles Community College strives to provide reasonable accommodations to all people at any SCC-sponsored event. Please contact Disability Support Services at dss@stchas.edu or 636-922-8581 as early as possible to discuss your needs.

St. Charles Community College is a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. SCC provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit stchas.edu.