Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge

Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge

May 9, 2026

Ludlow, MA 01056 US

Register for the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge today!

Events

Walk/Run Challenge
Price: $35
Time: 9:00AM EDT - 12:00PM EDT
Registration Opens January 1, 2026 at 12:00am EST

Walk/Run Challenge Veterans
Price: $25
Time: 9:00AM EDT - 12:00PM EDT
Registration Opens January 1, 2026 at 12:00am EST

Event Description

Saturday May 9, 2026 9:00 am

All abilities welcome and encouraged! Starts at the Sgt. Joshua Desforges Memorial behind Ludlow High School

Kids Race at 8:30-no registration necessary

Students and Veterans $25
Registration $35
Participants do get a shirt

The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge is a race inspired by the life of Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges, a United States Marine that was killed in combat in Afghanistan in May 2010. Josh chased his dream to become a Marine and every day, “lived life full throttle”. This event is not an average 5K run/walk. This event is better described as a 3+ mile road and trail run, with a twist of Marine Corps inspired obstacles and challenges sure to test mettle. 100% of the proceeds of this event have gone, and will continue to go, directly into the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Scholarship fund. All proceeds go to graduating Ludlow High Seniors that are pursuing their life’s passion as Josh was by becoming a United Staes Marine.. This scholarship is different as It is open to any student regardless of college. They could be going to a trade school, joining the military, starting their own business etc. The scholarship is a way of honoring Josh’s life while giving back to the community that supported us tremendously when we lost him.

Event Location

500 Chapin St Ludlow, MA 01056 US

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