Apsu | Domino's Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K
About this race
Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025
Domino's Run for Govs 5K
High on a windy hill, overlooking the confluence of the Red and Cumberland rivers, stands Emerald Hill, home of Austin Peay State University National Alumni Association and the start and finish for the Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs. Listed in the National Register of Historic Sites, this mansion has a history that is as rich as the traditions of the University. As runners come to conquer Emerald Hill, they will embark on a journey of accomplishment as they endure the winding course to the top. Truly, the name given by Gustavus A. Henry was appropriate. It was and still is an Emerald Hill.
Whether you run or walk, your participation will benefit student scholarships and funds that are an Austin Peay experience, paying it forward for our Govs.
Conquer Emerald Hill!
For more info, please visit: www.alumni.apsu.edu/5K
Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K
The Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K is in honor of Run For Govs 5K Committee member, Valerie Hunter-Kelly.
After completing her first half-marathon in 2012, she became an avid runner, with a mission to run a marathon or half-marathon in all fifty states and Washington, D.C. In January 2020, she accomplished that goal when she completed a half marathon in Maui, Hawaii, along with many friends and family who traveled with her to celebrate the milestone.
She was lovingly surrounded by her immediate family when she crossed her final finish line on Saturday, November 7, 2020, in Nashville, Tennessee. Valerie had a legacy of determination, service, professionalism, humor, and a contagious zest for life. She loved travel, good food, meeting new people, problem-solving, and a challenge. She was a treasured daughter, friend, and mentor, a leader, a wife and a mother.
The proceeds from Valerie's 1K will benefit the Valerie Hunter-Kelly (HHP) Scholarship. As she was passionate about helping others, this scholarship assists students in professional development endeavors.
To read more on Valerie, please click here.
PERSIST without EXCEPTION
Pick your distance
Running
Domino's Run for Govs 5K (In-Person)
Proceeds from the Run For Govs 5K will benefit the Austin Peay area of your choice. You can select the fund of excellence designations listed that you would like your registration fee to go towards.
Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K (In-Person)
Proceeds from the Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs will benefit the Valerie Hunter-Kelly (HHP) Scholarship in her honor.
Domino's Run for Govs 5K (Virtual)
Proceeds from the Run For Govs 5K will benefit the Austin Peay area of your choice. You can select the fund of excellence designations listed that you would like your registration fee to go towards.
Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K (Virtual)
Proceeds from the Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs will benefit the Valerie Hunter-Kelly (HHP) Scholarship in her honor.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Clarksville.
Course
Route map and elevation profile
No course map published yet.
The organizer hasn't released a route for this event, and we don't publish guesses. If you're the organizer, send us a GPX file and we'll draw the profile.
Reviews
Done this event?
If you've participated in this event, share your experience with other runners
Other races near Clarksville
Different organizers, within 40 miles, in the next three months
Clarksville Half Marathon & 5K
Centerstone's 2nd Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk/Ruck for Veteran/Military Suicide Prevention - Tennessee
One Flag Forward - Fort Campbell, KY
Tristin Franklin Memorial Timed 5k and 1mi
🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Clarksville
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Clarksville 5K Races 8 races
- Clarksville Running Calendar 2026 11 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 12 Clarksville events
Spotted something wrong? Tell us and we'll fix it.