SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast
About this race
Join the Fun at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, Sept. 26th | 9 a.m. | SIUE Stratton Quad
All Roads Lead Home to the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast, part of SIUE’s Homecoming & Family Weekend and in commemoration of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run: whether you’re a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, there’s something for everyone.
Special $5 Discount for SIUE Alumni and Discounted Pricing for Current SIUE Students!
We’re excited to offer a discounted registration rate exclusively for SIUE alumni and current students. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community!
This signature event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, and the entire community. Even better, your participation helps support the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provide over $20,000 annually in scholarships to deserving students and deliver meaningful programming for alumni.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and—for those 21 and older—a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew.
Dogs are welcome to join the fun! 🐾
Guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt by registering before Friday, September 4th!
Run. Support. Celebrate. All Roads Lead Home.
Learn more about SIUE Homecoming & Family Weekend at siue.edu/homecoming-family-weekend
Race timing provided by Final Lap Racing
Join fellow runners on October 11, 2023 for the SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast. It's a fantastic 10K, 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Edwardsville.
Pick your distance
Running
10K Virtual
An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
10K Virtual (SIUE Students)
An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
5K Virtual
An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
5K Virtual (SIUE Students)
An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
One-Mile Virtual Fun Run
An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
One-Mile Virtual Fun Run (SIUE Students)
Shirt Deadline: An official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt as well as S&H are included in your registration fee if you register on or before September 15. Packet Pick Up: For those registering in advance, packet pick up with take place at RunWell located at 142 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL on October 11 and 12 from 2-8:00 p.m.. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
10K In-Person
Entry to the 10K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
10K In-Person (SIUE Student)
Entry to the 10K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
5K In-Person
Entry to the 5K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
5K In-Person (SIUE Student)
Entry to the 5K In-Person Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
One-Mile Fun Run
Entry to the One-Mile In-Person Fun Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
One-Mile Fun Run (SIUE Students)
Entry to the One-Mile In-Person Fun Run along with one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for runners 21 and over, as well as an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered on or before September 15) are included in your registration fee. At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participant’s declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
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About Edwardsville
SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast takes place in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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