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ROTC Golden Eagle Run hits the pavement April 4

Tech’s ROTC and Alpha Delta Pi are partnering for the 15th annual Fun Run, which includes a 5k run and a 10k run. The run will begin at 8 a.m. on April 4 at the Tucker Stadium parking lot.Entry fees are $15 for an individual and $50 for a team. Runners receive a T-shirt. Team members will receive T-shirts will all the members’ names on them. The proceeds help fund cadet activities.

“We don’t receive outside funds for cadet activities and clubs,” Maj. Reed said. “So this is our main fundraiser.”

Running categories are age 12 and under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-50, 51+, Greek, and Team. Awards will be given to the overall male and female winner, the top three male and female in each group, overall in the 40-50 and 51+ categories, Greek with the best percentage participation, and the best team with a combined average.

Maj. Reed said that the Fun Run is good practice for those participating in the Country Music Marathon on April 25.

Sponsors for the run include Chick-fil-A and Papa John’s. They will be giving away free food during the run.

Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. on the day of the run. For more information, contact the Tech ROTC at (931)-372-3574.