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Of the many great times Bob would talk about in his life, one of his favorites was his tour of duty with the Army during the Korean War, where he served as a Russian translator, stationed in Germany. He kept up with his study of the Russian language just in case he was ever asked or tempted to pursue teaching a class.

The Bob Bridgman Memorial Run Planning Committee:

Earlene Bridgman
Jeff Bridgman
Fred Davis, treasurer
Jim Farrer
Roger Learn, course director
Roger Maisner, facilities
Barb McConnell
Dick & Barb Morgan
Jack & Jane Novak, fundraising

Bob Bridgman Memorial 5k Race
Monday, May 30th, 8:30 AM

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The 1ith Annual Bob Bridgman Memorial 5K Run will be held this year on Monday, May 30th, 8:30 AM at the Carl Van Norman Field / Robert T. Maxson Track on the campus of Mansfield University. Race registration will begin at 7:00AM at the track with the Race to begin at 8:30.

This year, the Bob Bridgman Memorial Committee has decided to host a "Fun Run" in addition to the traditional 5K. No pre-registration necessary, just come prepared for a short run around the track.

  • Proceeds to benefit the Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries, M.U. Cross Country, M.H.S. Cross Country, and the Bob Bridgman Memorial Scholarship at M.U.
  • T-Shirts to the first 100 registrants
  • Age groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
  • Wheel Measured Course
  • Insta-Results professional timing
  • One Water Stop, Refreshments at the Finish Line, No Duplication of Awards
  • Registration Fee: Pre-Registration - $15 (must be postmarked by May 21st)
    Registration on Day of Race - $20
  • Please bring a bag of dry cat or dog food, which will be donated to the SCAS
  • Kid’s Fun-Run (no charge, all participants receive finisher’s medal)

Bob Bridgman began a career of long distance running in 1976 and brought to the sport the integrity that he took every where else he went.  He made many friends on the local racing circuit, where he competed almost every weekend for 25 years. 

He loved both the sport and the people who participated in it so much, that he would often tell people that he lived life from one Saturday to the next.  This race is held in remembrance of Bob.

For more information: call Roger Learn: (570) 297-3271, or Fred Davis: (570) 662-3600

Sponsored by the Bob Bridgman Memorial Race Committee and Friends of Bob