Participants race through Pittsburgh in jerseys and Terrible Towels during draft weekend festivities.
PITTSBURGH – The excitement of draft weekend spilled into the streets as nearly 3,000 participants from 34 states and 11 countries laced up for the PicksBURGH Draft Day 5K, turning the North Shore and Downtown Pittsburgh into a sea of jerseys. The event brought together runners, walkers and football fans for a one-of-a-kind race experience celebrating the city’s moment on the national stage.
“The Draft Day 5K was an incredible way to bring the community together during such a monumental weekend for Pittsburgh,” said Troy Schooley, P3R CEO. “From first-time participants to seasoned runners, the energy on the course reflected the pride and passion that define this city.”
Participants embraced the spirit of the weekend, sporting team jerseys, waving Terrible Towels and taking part in football-themed activations along the course. From on-course entertainment to a finish line just steps from the NFL Draft Experience at Point State Park, the event delivered a game-day atmosphere from start to finish.
The flat, fast course produced strong performances, with Noah Bernarding, of Cochranton, Pa., breaking the tape in 15 minutes, 36 seconds. Becca Anastasio, of Lancaster, Pa., led the women’s field, finishing in 19:29.
As Pittsburgh hosts one of the biggest events in sports, the PicksBURGH Draft Day 5K added a unique, active element to the celebration — giving participants a chance to be part of the action in a distinctly Pittsburgh way.
Photos from the event are available here. Official race results can be viewed here. For more event details, click here.
About P3R
P3R is the region’s go-to premier sporting event and experience expert. While best known for the annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R organizes up to 20 major events every year. With a rich history of working with top-tier clients such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins, the National Senior Games, and more, P3R brings operational excellence to every aspect of event planning and execution. As part of P3R’s non-profit mission to inspire any and all to MOVE with us, we provide premium event experiences and robust programming - including the Run for a Reason Charity Program, award-winning Kids of STEEL program, Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge, RUN Varsity, and more - that engage everyone in the Western Pennsylvania community and beyond.