Stride for Sophia 5k

This event is held in loving memory of our daughter, Sophia, who passed away at the age of 15 one year ago due to mental health struggles. Sophia was a bright light from Arab / Joppa area – full of laughter, kindness, and witt. She and her twin sister Madelyn were inseparable on the Arab Knights cross country and track teams, running varsity and junior varsity Cross Country and Track together. Sophia had a special gift for making every runner feel included, her and her sister, Madelyn,  would make bows for their teammates to wear on race day, and Sophia was always near the finish line, cheering the loudest with that big smile and words that kept everyone going.  She deeply loved others and was always there to help when someone was in need. Through this race, we hope to honor Sophia’s life while working to ensure that other families have access to the mental health support and resources they deserve.Join us for Sophia's Stride Charity 5K to honor her joy, heart, and encouragement on the trails she loved.

All proceeds go directly to Wellstone Inc, mental health charity, supporting young people and families with the hope and resilience Sophia shared.

Come run, walk, or cheer – let's celebrate her together.

Sophia loved pink, so lets show it!!   WEAR PINK!!

Please note, there will NOT be any timing of the race. Walk or Run! If you are interested in sponsoring this event please email Emilee @ stride4sophia@gmail..com

 *We will have medals for the top 4 female runners and top 4 male runners and top 4 kid runners (10 & below)*

PLEASE NOTE ALL T-SHIRT ORDERS CLOSE ON FEB. 16 , but you can still register until March 5!

Ava Stanford, Lynlee Minor, Sophia Aldridge

Madelyn & Sophia

 ARAB CITY PARK

Turn by Turn Directions
5K Route (starts at 9:00)

Begin in youth baseball parking lot at Arab City Park
Turn right on City Park Drive
Continue straight across 4-way stop at Fry Gap Road
Turn Left on Spring Road
Turn Left on Jeremy Place SE
Turn Left on Smalley Drive SE
Turn Left on Dana Drive SE
Turn Right on Jeremy Place SE
Turn Right on Spring Road
Turn Right on City Park Drive
Continue straight across 4-way stop at Fry Gap Road
Turn Left into youth baseball parking lot

If you would like to Volunteer please contact Emilee at stride4sophia@gmail.com