Lisa Nelson's Mustang Stampede

The "Lisa Nelson's Mustang Stampede 5K Run/Walk" takes place at Ralston Valley High School in Arvada, Colorado. The purpose of this 5K Run/Walk is to unify the local community in commemoration of Lisa Nelson's life and to raise funds for college scholarships in her name; scholarships that specifically target Ralston Valley student athletes. Lisa was a physical education teacher and head volleyball coach at Ralston Valley High School from 2000-2013. She lost her life on March 3rd 2013 after a two-year battle with cervical cancer. She was forty-three. Lisa touched many lives during her battle and during her thirteen-year tenure as a teacher and coach.

After her passing, the “Lisa Nelson Memorial Scholarship” was established. Each year a Ralston Valley High School male and female student-athlete is awarded a college scholarship in honor and memory of her. This event is incredibly important to the Ralston Valley community, the Nelson & Schamp family, and the scholarship it supports. Your participation will help bring our community together and provide the financial support needed to ensure the future success of the 5K and the scholarship itself.

Event details and schedule

Event Schedule: 7 am Registration / Check In (Walk up registration $30.00) 7:45 Pre-race Remarks 8 am Shotgun Start / Lisa Nelson's Mustang Stampede-5k Run/Walk Free pancake breakfast at the conclusion of the run/walk and the family fun run.

Course Info

The course is USATF certified # CO14031DCR. The event begins at Ralston Valley High School. The course then takes participants through the neighborhoods surrounding the high school before it returns to Ralston Valley for the finish.

Arrival Info

Staff will be on hand at 7 am. Parking Info: Parking is available in the lots in front of the school.

Waivers and ID

USATF Sanction #: 22-32-140281 Verification of a signed liability waiver will be checked prior to issuing a participant’s bib. Please bring a photo ID to verify pre-registration.

What to Bring

Sunscreen, chapstick and a cell phone to track your run or for emergencies. Strollers and dogs are welcomed. For safety, we do not allow: skateboards, roller blades, bicycles or scooters on the race course.

What to Wear

Proper fall clothing and good running shoes. Don't Forget: A free pancake breakfast follows the conclusion of the run/walk.