_ The 2021 The Rocket 5k and Rocket RuckIt Challenge:

Please join the Rockvale Masonic Lodge #413 and the Rockvale Ruritan Club for a fun 5k run/walk down Rockvale Road in the beautiful historic scenic community of Rockvale to help support the new Rockvale High School Rockets!!! Funds raised from this event go to support the Rockvale High School Rockets Athletic Department and the JROTC program.

The Rocket RuckIt Challenge with the Tennessee Army National Guard will be a challenge for time to complete the 5K while also carrying a “ruck” or backpack that is weighted. Competitors under 150 lbs will carry a 20 lb weight. Competitors over 150 lbs will carry a 30 lb weight. Competitors are required to bring their own pack and weight which will be weighed at registration/check-in on race day.

IN THE EVENT THE STATE OF TENNESSEE SHUTS DOWN THE RACE DUE TO THE CONCERNS OF THE CORONAVIRUS, THE RACE WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE EARLIEST POSSIBLE DATE. ALL FEES WILL BE HONORED. NO REFUNDS.

K-12 GRADE STUDENT SPECIAL $10!!!

5K/RuckIt Challenge  Start Time: 9am

Start Line: Rockvale Community Center on Rockvale Road.

All ages are welcome. Strollers are welcome but please lineup towards the back of crowd. NO PETS (service animals welcome)

There will be finisher medals and T-shirt’s for all participants.

Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female for 5k (chip time) and Top 3 Overall for Ruckit Challenge (chip time).

This is a rain or shine event. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. In case of inclement weather, race will be rescheduled if possible. No bib transfers will be allowed.

Packet pickup for friends or family require a copy (or picture) of their driver's license with permission letter, email, or text. No exceptions.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or being a volunteer for such a great event, please email [email protected] !