Dozens of children begin the Kids’ 1K Run in Souderton Community Park. Photo by John Worthington | The Reporter.
The race kicked off at the Souderton Community Park, with a giant American flag hanging over the start of the course
Hundreds of running enthusiasts of all ages hit the streets of downtown Souderton Wednesday, July 9 for the annual Moyer 5K Run.
The race kicked off at the Souderton Community Park, with a giant American flag hanging over the start of the course. Along the route, runners were greeted by lines of cheering spectators and sprays of mist from local fire trucks as they raced to the finish line.
The top finisher was David Klein with a time of 16:23. The fastest female was Emily Kochersperger with a time of 19:02. Prizes were awarded to Klein and Kochersperger as well as the top finishers in each age bracket.
Hundreds of runners hit the streets of Souderton for the 30th annual 5K Moyer Run.
Hundreds of runners begin the Moyer 5K Run in Souderton Community Park.
David Klein wins the 5K with a time of 16:23.
Emily Kochersperger becomes the first female to cross the finish line with a time of 19:02.The event also featured a Kids’ 1K Run, with volunteers distributing medals to the children as they crossed the finish line.
Following the races, runners and spectators cooled off in the park with music and refreshments. Proceeds benefit Souderton Area High School Cross Country Track scholarships and the E-Meals program, which provides essential food supplies to over 250 local families every week.
Volunteers distribute medals to children as they finish the Kids’ 1K Run. (John Worthington – MediaNews Group)
David Klein and Emily Kochersperger, the fastest male and female runners, pose for a picture.
