Fred Torres Memorial 5K
When is Fred Torres Memorial 5K?
Fred Torres Memorial 5K takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Woodland Park, NJ.
What distances does Fred Torres Memorial 5K offer?
Fred Torres Memorial 5K offers 4 events: 2 Mile Walk, 5K, Virtual 5K, Tot Trot.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mile Walk | 2.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Tot Trot | — | $10.00 | Register |
How much does Fred Torres Memorial 5K cost?
Registration for Fred Torres Memorial 5K starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Fred Torres Memorial 5K held?
Fred Torres Memorial 5K is held in Woodland Park, NJ at 8 Mountain Ave.
About Fred Torres Memorial 5K
13th ANNUAL FRED TORRES MEMORIAL 5K
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Location: Garrett Mountain, Woodland Park, NJ
All proceeds benefit the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship is presented to outstanding scholar athletes of Clifton High School XC and T&F programs who through their four (4) years have exhibited leadership, perseverance and solid academic standing. The recipients all plan to participate in the respective programs of their chosen high education institution. In addition, the Fred Torres Memorial Fund supports educational and sports related programs.
RACE DETAILS:
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk on Championship Cross Country course
5K and 2 Mile Start @ 9:30am
5K is chip timed. 2 Mile Walk is not timed.
Post Race Party @ Danaher's Pub 31 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield NJ
Registration
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk $30 (through 9/5)
5K Run and 2 Mile Walk $35 (after 9/5)
Students (18 and under) will receive a $5 discount
T-Shirts guaranteed to registered runners
Awards
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top Male and Female CHS XC/T&F Alumni (winners names are etched on perpetual Alumni trophy)
Top 3 Male and Female Age Groups
Register online at www.eliteracingsystems.com
For more information fredtorresmemorialfund@gmail.com • Scholarship information www.fredtorresmemorialfund.org
About Fred Torres Memorial Fund and Scholarships
Through the support of friends, family and sponsors and fundraising through the Fred Torres Memorial 5K, we are able to award yearly scholarships to graduating seniors of the XC and T&F teams of Clifton High School (NJ). Each recipient has displayed outstanding leadership both on the track and in the classroom.
Since 2014, the Fred Torres Memorial Fund has nearly $50,000 in scholarships. We are extremely proud and impressed by what our student-athletes have been able to achieve on and off the track.
Past recipients of the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarships
2014 • Maria Barbieri • Cassidy Cardone • Jeremy Hernandez • 2015 • Jay Pathak • Sofia Nedelcheva • Olivia Rosenberg • Barghav Desai • 2016 • Alexander Zapata • Kenneth Herrara • Allison Proszowski • 2017 • Meghan Jozefcyk • Yash Prajapati • Mollie Slanina • Jake Zschack • 2018 • Hadeel Alshujaieh • Sarah Adams • Samantha Rozon • Takashi Yuasa • Max Dubac • Kevin Heredia • 2019 • Leandra Nieves • Briana Morrison • Kevin DePaz • Sunny Shastri • 2020 • Andrea Dubbels • Cassidy Rubio • David Arroyoc Mohamad Raza • 2021 • Mia Dubac • Angelica Peralta • Nicole Wyszynksi • 2022 • Isabella Carlomagno • Kevin Arroyo • Jacob Heredia • Harsh Prajapatti • Sahil Khan • 2023 • Remy Dubac • Angelina Sanchez • Shivam Mehta • Hisham Ettayebi • 2024 • Ryan Vozzella • Denise Dubbels • Deborah Amoh • Patrick DuBois
In addition to the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarships, we have donated and supported education and youth athletic sports programs such as Liberty Corner School, Bucknell University and Clifton Mustang Youth Track Camps.
We greatly appreciate everyone's love and support!
Torres and Leone Families
John Pontes Alumni Award
The John Pontes Alumni Award is presented to the top overall male and female Clifton High School XC/T&F Alumni at the Fred Torres Memorial 5K. Winners get their names engraved on a perpetual trophy displayed at the race and post race party.
Past Winners
2024
Edwin Pagan '03 - 17:40
Taylour Mauro '17 - 23:25
2023
Max Dubac '18 - 20:30
Donna Wallace '84 - 27:40
2022
Edwin Pagan '03 - 18:50
Donna Wallace '84 - 28:49
2021
Edwin Pagan '03 - 17:24
Cassidy Cardone '14 - 24:25
2020
No Award
2019
Max Dubac '18 - 18:03
Cassidy Cardone '14 - 24:00
2018
Justin Swisher '04 - 19:34
Cassidy Cardone ' 14 - 22:43
2017
Edwin Pagan '03 - 18:51
Lisa (Giaconia) Smith '93 - 23:39
2016
Danny Green '11 - 18:04
Lisa (Giaconia) Smith '93 - 24:02
2015
Octavio Sanchez - 17:17
Lisa (Giaconia) Smith '93 - 23:25
2014
Danny Green '11 - 17:33
Lisa (Giaconia) Smith '93 - 22:56
How The Virtual 5K Works:
For those who can't be with us for the live event, we hope that you will continue to support us by running virtually!
HOW THE VIRTUAL 5K WORKS:
- Simply run your 5K anywhere, anytime.
- Log your results on the Results tab, or via text message (instructions will be provided during race week).
- Results will be automatically tabulated just like a regular 5K.
- Share your photos! Simply click on the "Photos" tab on the race website, and search for your name to get to your personal photo page. Click "add photos" and share your virtual experience with other competitors!
That's it! Good Luck!
Sponsorship Information
If you are interested in being a race sponsor, donating, provided goods/services at the event or having a sponsor tent, please download the attached form and submit to fredtorresmemorialfund@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please contact us. Thanks for your support!