We’re excited to announce the 2026 SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial 5k. This race is in its 14th year. All proceeds benefit the SSgt. Jason Hicks Memorial Scholarship Fund. Jason and five other US Air Force Combat Search and Rescue airmen were killed in action while on a humanitarian mission in Afghanistan in 2003 as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Since then, the Scholarship has been awarded annually to a graduating senior from Central High School in Pageland, SC, which was Jason’s alma mater. Any Central High School graduating senior may apply for the Scholarship. Applicants should demonstrate leadership abilities and community service. A Scholarship application for the current school year can be printed by clicking the application link on this site. We would like to thank everyone for their generous contributions to the Scholarship Fund. Your contributions help ensure that the Scholarship, as well as Jason's name, lives on. You may continue to contribute to the Fund by mailing your tax-deductible donation to SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial Scholarship Fund, 19573 Angelus Road, Jefferson, SC 29718. This race offers a great course, but it is much more than a race. It is a community event with festivities for the whole family. For more information, visit www.JasonHicksMemorial.com . Please continue to support our troops as they protect us! This race is part of the 2026 Pee Dee Grand Prix Race Series Jason Hicks 5k: Date: 5/23/2026 Start Time: 0930 Location: 1113 West McGregor Street, Pageland, SC 29728 All proceeds benefit the SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial Scholarship Fund. Race Day Schedule: 7:30 AM Late Race Registration 9:15 AM Pre Race Ceremnoy 9:25 AM Registration Closes 9:30 AM Race Begins 11:00 AM Post-Race Festivities and BBQ Chicken Lunch (Non-racers may purchase a meal ticket for $15). 5K Race Mape: CLICK HERE Shirts: Are availabe to purchase for an extra $20 Shirt Sizes: Youth - Small, Medium, Large Adult - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL 5K Awards: (Overall Awards & Age Group Awards are based on Gun Time) 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male / Female 1st Male and Female in each Age Group 5k Age Groups 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ 5K Fees (Ages 4 and up): $25 up April 24th $30 April 24th to May 22nd $35 Day of Race Packet Pickup: Each participant will receive a packet with their race number, their t-shirt (if purchased), admission ticket to post race lunch, and some other goodies. Race packets will be available for pickup at the Pageland Community Center beginning at 7:30 a.m. the morning of the 5k. Like, Follow, Share: Facebook: FACEBOOK PAGE Race Director: For questions or additional information, please email us atjasonhicksmemorial5k@gmail.com, or call (843)-658-6193 You can also find us on Facebook at facebook (see above link) or the web at JasonHicksMemorial.com
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When is SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial 5k 2027 — Pageland, SC?
SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial 5k 2027 — Pageland, SC takes place on May 29, 2027. The race is held in Pageland, South Carolina.
Where is SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial 5k 2027 — Pageland, SC held?
SSgt Jason Hicks Memorial 5k 2027 — Pageland, SC is held at 1113 West McGregor St. in Pageland, South Carolina.
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