Countdown to the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk

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Join us for a 7-week countdown to the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk in Berea, Ohio! Learn about our race mission, training tips, dog-friendly activities, and how we raise funds for local student-athletes.

Episodes

  1. 10h ago

    Episode 4 - From Shirts to Banners—Sponsoring the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk!

    Episode 4: How Your Business or Family Can Power Race Day The Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk is powered by the community, for the community! Every dollar raised goes directly toward paying mandatory sports participation fees for student-athletes in the Berea-Midpark City School District, ensuring no local student gets left on the sidelines. In this episode, the AI podcast hosts break down all the incredible ways local businesses, organizations, families, and individuals can get involved as sponsors for this year’s event on Sunday, September 27th at the Roehm Athletic Center. 🎙️ What We Cover in This Episode: 👕 Race Shirt Sponsorships (Deadline: September 15th) Race Shirt Sponsors (Deadline September 15th) With approximately 300 race shirts printed annually, this is an evergreen promotional opportunity! While the Premier Level is SOLD OUT thanks to American International Construction, three high-visibility levels remain: Titan Level ($300): Extra-large logo on prime shirt space, featured social media posts, and an event promo table. Thunder Level ($200): Logo screen-printed on the shirt plus dedicated thank-you posts across @madzyrun socials. Lightning Level ($100): Business or group name screen-printed on the race shirt. To donate, send checks payable to Berea Midpark Athletic Boosters to: Madzy Run, 276 Oakdale Drive, Berea, OH 44017 Family & Individual Banner Sponsorships (Deadline: September 11th) Sponsor our 2x4 ft. color display banner! For a $25+ donation, put your name, your student-athlete’s name, graduating class, pet’s name, or a motivational quote on the banner. The banner is displayed on race day and hangs at Berea-Midpark High School all year long! Donate via Venmo: @bmhsboosterfunds or send checks payable to Berea Midpark Athletic Boosters to: Madzy Run, 276 Oakdale Drive, Berea, OH 44017 Raffle & Post-Race Refreshment Donations Raffle Baskets: 30% of event proceeds come from our race day raffle! Donate items, gift cards, or themed baskets to support the cause. Post-Race Snacks: Local food businesses and supporters can donate refreshments or branded items (like custom water bottles) for our runners and walkers. Event Details & Registration: Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Location: Roehm Athletic Center (7220 Pleasant Ave., Berea, OH) Goal: Funding student-athlete participation fees across Berea-Midpark Middle School and High School. 📩 Interested in sponsoring? Email us directly at madzyrun@hotmail.com or send checks payable to Berea Midpark Athletic Boosters to: Madzy Run, 276 Oakdale Drive, Berea, OH 44017 Want to run or walk? Register today at: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Berea/TomMadzy5KDogWalk Follow Us & Stay Connected: Facebook, Instagram, X: @madzyrun

  2. Aug 24

    Paws, Pace, and Purpose: Why You Should Bring Your Pup to the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk

    Episode Description: In this episode of the Countdown to the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk, we’re turning our spotlight toward our four-legged participants! Whether your dog is a high-energy 5K runner or a casual 1-mile sniffer, this year's event is designed to be the ultimate pup-friendly outing in Berea, Ohio. In this episode, we cover: 🐶 The 1-Mile Pup Walk vs. the 5K: Options for dogs of all sizes, ages, and fitness levels. 🐕 Health & Social Benefits: How participating boosts your dog's physical exercise, mental enrichment, and social skills. 📍 Event Details & Logistics: Where to meet on race morning and what to expect on the course. Event Details: 🗓️ Date & Time: Sunday, September 27th at 9:00 AM 📍 Location: Roehm Athletic Center, 7220 Pleasant Ave, Berea, OH 👕 Shirt Guarantee Deadline: Register by Tuesday, September 22nd at 9:00 AM to get an official event tee! 🎟️ Registration Fee: $25 to run or $20 to walk in advance ($5 extra on race day) Important Links & Socials: 📲 Register for the Race: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Berea/TomMadzy5KDogWalk 📱 Follow Us on Social Media: @madzyrun (Facebook, Instagram, X) ✉️ Questions or Sponsorship Inquiries: Email madzyrun@hotmail.com Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review! We can't wait to see you and your pup on September 27th! 🧡💙

  3. Aug 17

    Why You Need to Run the Tom Madzy 5K

    Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk Sunday, September 27th at 9:00 a.m. Roehm Athletic Center, 7220 Pleasant Ave in Berea Register at: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Berea/TomMadzy5KDogWalk 5K - Chip-timed which features:Net time calculation: Your time starts when you cross the start mat, not at the initial gun.Crowd relief: Runners at the back do not lose seconds or minutes pushing through a packed starting line.Zero human error: Automated mat sensors replace error-prone manual stopwatches or clipboardsInstant leaderboards: Results publish live online or via mobile apps as participants finish.   Race Course:The race course has been professionally designed by Hermes Sports and Events and is accurate as to distance and mile markers.The finish line is on the Lou Groza Football field “score a touchdown as you finish your run”Runners have described this race course as “flat and fast”Many runners have reported logges their personal record (PR) time on the course. Awards5K AwardsTop overall male and female finishers Top 3 in the following age groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over FeesPre-Registration5K - $25Race Day Registration 5K - $30 All those who register by Tuesday, September 22 at 9am are guaranteed a race shirt. After that a shirts are subject to availability. Please register early! Early Packet PickupsSave time and hassle on race day morning, pick up your packet early at:Dick's Sporting Goods (200 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted, OH 44070)Friday, September 254-6pm OR Berea City School District WELLFestMain Gym at Berea Midpark High School, 165 East Bagley RoadSaturday, September 26th from 10:00 to Noon  The CauseAll proceeds go to the Madzy Fund which helps to pay the "participation fee" for any student athlete in any sport at Berea-Midpark High School or Berea Midpark Middle School who could not otherwise pay such a fee.

  4. Aug 8

    Student Impact & Coach Madzy’s Legacy

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Countdown to the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk Podcast! We are kicking off our 7-week countdown to race day by honoring the man who started it all: Coach Tom Madzy. For 26 seasons, Coach Madzy led the Berea High School football program with a fierce belief that financial limitations should never keep a student from playing sports. In this episode, we dive into his incredible legacy and explore how the Tom Madzy 5K & Dog Walk carries his mission forward by paying mandatory sports participation fees for Berea City School District student-athletes in financial need. Join us on Sunday, September 27th, 2026, at the Roehm Athletic Center in Berea, OH, to run, walk, and keep Coach Madzy’s spirit alive! Apologies for mispronunciations in the this episode. Register to Run or Walk: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Berea/TomMadzy5KDogWalk

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