5K Registration – SOLD OUT
Arrival Location
For off-campus/commuting participants:
RecSports Sutherland Field Complex
Knoxville, TN US 37919
For on-campus/non-commuting participants:
TRECS
Event Description
TRECS to Sutherland Field Complex
Event Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
- Race Participants will park at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex and transportation service will be available by 6am to shuttle participants to the starting line at TRECS.
- We recommend arriving at parking area between 6am and 7am to allow time for shuttle transportation and time for stretching/warming up.
Event Timeline: 8am – 10:30am
- 8am – 9:30am: 5K Fun Run & Walk
- 8:30am – 10:30am: Post-Race Festivities
- 9:30am – 10am: Award Ceremony & Giveaways
The RecSports 5K Fun Run & Walk will begin promptly at 8am and will start at the TRECS (2111 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996) and finish at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex (3620 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919).
Race Route
TRECS Plaza to Andy Holt Ave.
Andy Holt Ave down Volunteer Blvd.
Volunteer Blvd over Cumberland Ave to Tyson Park
Third Creek Greenway to RecSports Sutherland Field Complex
Please note: The Third Creek Greenway will remain open to the public during the 5K.
UTK RecSports 5K – MapMyRun
Race Transportation
Race participants will park at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex (3620 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919).
Shuttles will transport race participants to the TRECS Plaza (5K start location) starting at 6am. Shuttles will continue to run continually until 11am with option to be taken back to campus from the Sutherland Field Complex.
Event Maps
TRECS (Click image to enlarge)
Sutherland (Click image to enlarge)
Race Registration
5K Registration – SOLD OUT
For UTK students and faculty/staff, you will be able to login with your UTK NetID & UTK password.
For non-UTK affiliates, after accessing the registration link, follow the below steps to create an account.
- Select “Sign In”
- Select “Sign Up”
- Follow steps for account creation.
- Once logged in and returned to the 5K registration page, select “Select” then “Register” and follow steps to complete registration.
Participant Shirt & Finisher Medal Designs
Participant Shirt (click image to enlarge). Please note: We can’t guarantee exact sizes for those who register after April 3, 2025. We will do our best to get as close as possible.
Finisher Medal (click image to enlarge)
Post-Race Festivities
Activities
- 5K Sponsor Tables
- Awards & Giveaways
Refreshments
- Biscuit Variety
- Doughnuts
- Bananas & Granola/Oat Snacks
- Water & Coffee
Award Categories
Top Overall Finisher, 2nd Place Overall Finisher, and 3rd Place Overall Finisher for both male & female participants.
In addition, all attendees, including 5K participants and non-participants, will be eligible for post-race giveaways. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. Winners will be randomly selected from anyone in attendance. Must be present at the time of the giveaway to claim your prize.
Race Timing
Race bibs and timing through Personal Best Racing.
Race FAQs
The race is open to all ages. Children 7 years and younger can run for free with paid adult registration. In addition, a waiver would need to be completed for each participating child.
5K will take place rain or shine.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
Please reach out to Eric Harrell – RecSports Membership & Outreach Coordinator at eharrel6@utk.edu for more info.
Packet pick-up will be during race week at the TRECS Band Pavillion.
Dates & Times:
Monday, April 28, 2025: 12pm – 4pm
Tuesday, April 29, 2025: 1pm – 3pm
We encourage you to come pick up your own packet; However, if you can’t make it during the designated pickup time, someone else can pick up your packet by showing a photocopy of YOUR picture ID.
Each participant will receive their race bib, a 5K long-sleeved shirt, a RecSports bandana, and a race bag with promotional items from our 5K sponsors. If you registered prior to April 4, 2025, you will be guaranteed a race shirt with your selected size. If you registered on or after April 4, 2025, you will be guaranteed a race shirt but not guaranteed to receive your selected size.
Yes, we will have restrooms located inside the TRECS near the starting location as well as restrooms near parking/post-race locations at the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex.
No separate start for walkers. All participants, whether running or walking, will begin promptly at 8am. If you plan to walk, we ask that you start near the back for your safety and that of the runners.
Unfortunately, no pets are allowed to participate.
We strongly discourage the use of headphones due to safety concerns.
Yes, we will have a water station available around the halfway mark of the 5K.
Yes, we will have a paramedic and EMT available.
Yes, all participants who complete the 5K will receive a medal.
Yes, shuttles will be operating to and from the RecSports Sutherland Field Complex and TRECS between 6am until 11am.
Race Contact
If you have any questions about this race, reach out to our Membership & Outreach Coordinator, Eric Harrell at eharrel6@utk.edu.
2025 Sponsors:
Title Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Community Sponsors:
Hydr865
Runners Market
The Kraken’s Cup