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Defender 5K

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5K · 1.5 mi

May 29, 2026 · Byron Center, Michigan, US

Listed Mar 1, 2021

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The Defender 5K is pleased to announce a new course this year that will be fun, fast, and beautiful.

Awards will be given to the top overall female and male finishers as well as to the top 2 female and male finishers in each age group.  The age groups are listed below.  Kids run will be 12 and under.  

13 and under

14-19 
20-29
30-39
40-49
50 and over

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