About The Race: Begun in December 1977 as an English-style true cross-country race, our 5k competition has become renowned for its unique, challenging course on the campus of Jacksonville University. This year is the 50th Last Gasp, and to celebrate the entry fee for members who early bird register by December 15 is just $20.
Entry Fees through 12/15: JTC Running members early-bird online $20. Non-members early-bird online, $35. Non-member fee includes one year membership in JTC Running, a $20 value.
Entry Fees 12/16 through 12/24: JTC Running members online $25. Non-members online, $40. Non-member fee includes one year membership in JTC running, a $20 value.
Day of Race Entry Fee $40 for JTC members and $50 for non-members.
What Do You Get? A commemorative JTC Running 50th year sweatshirt (enter by December 15 in order to guarantee your shirt on race day), recognition of age group winners, awards for top men and women overall, top Women's Masters, top Men's Masters, top Grand Masters (60 & over) Women and Men. And, an amazing post-race party at JU’s Bartlett Kinne Student Center, a short walk from the finish line!
Age Groups: 13-under, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,
55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-over.
Race Director: Herb Taskett 904-372-0509
Also: The Kids’ Gasp a Free1-Mile Cross-Country Run at 1:30 p.m. All finishers get a ribbon.
About The Club: Originally named The Jacksonville Track Club, JTC Running began on October 27, 1975. Since that day we have been dedicated to the betterment of our sport, be it cross-country, road, or track. Our events include, the Gate River Run, Summer Beach Run, The Guana Back to Nature Trail Races, The Winter Beach Run, a quality Track Meet Series, and The Last Gasp. Our Club is “over the hill” now and we want everyone to stay after the race and help us celebrate this important landmark. The party is free and open to all.
Become a JTC Running member! Membership includes discount entries into JTC Running events; local training runs; track training; exceptional social events throughout the year; and, discount at 1st Place Sports.
