The Conor Irwin Memorial Classic Race honors Conor Irwin, an intelligent, funny, kind, and amazingly fast young man who passed away tragically on December 5, 2016 at the age of 14, well before his time, in a skateboarding accident. All proceeds from the race go directly to the Conor Irwin Memorial Fund which provides scholarships to deserving students. The 2026 Conor Irwin Memorial Classic will again offer both a live and a virtual option. The live event is at the Ledyard High School on June 13, 2026 at 9 AM. The race takes place on the Conor S. Irwin Memorial Cross Country Course. Awards will be given to the Top 3 Men and Women and to the Top 3 Finishers in their age groups for both Men and Women. For the virtual event, participants can complete the 5K in any way they would like - running, walking, hiking, biking, swimming, rowing, kayaking, paddleboarding, rollerblading, canoeing, ice skating, even a treadmill or a stationary bike. Conor would love the creativity! The virtual event w
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ledyard, CT.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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