Cavs Crusade

The Cavs Crusade 5K is a community athletic event scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Middletown, Delaware. Hosted at Middletown High School, the race brings together students, faculty, and local residents for a morning of competitive running and walking. The event features professional chip timing by R2R Timing using the MYLAPS BibTag system, ensuring accurate results for all participants. Beyond the race itself, the morning includes a festive atmosphere with music and post-race refreshments provided for all entrants.

Race Category	Start Time	Awards & Details
5K Run	9:00 AM EDT	Awards for Top M/F, Masters, and 10-year age groups
5K Walk	9:00 AM EDT	Awards for top 3 male and female walkers
Registration	Opens at 8:00 AM	Day-of registration available for $35.00

Middletown is a rapidly growing town in New Castle County, Delaware, with a population of approximately 25,000 residents. Once a quiet farming community, it has evolved into a vibrant residential and commercial hub within the state. The demographic profile is approximately 55.4% White, 28.3% Black, 7.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.1% Asian. The community is relatively affluent, with a median household income of roughly $105,000 USD. Middletown High School, located on Silver Lake Road, serves as the central venue for the crusade, offering a safe and controlled course environment. Due to insurance liabilities, the event organizers have issued a strict notice that no dogs are allowed on the course. Participants who registered by April 16 are guaranteed a unisex event T-shirt. The awards structure is comprehensive: top overall and masters finishers are determined by gun time to honor the first across the line, while specific age groups—ranging from "13 & under" to "70 & over"—are scored by chip time. Results and photos are shared via the Races2Run platforms shortly after the event concludes. Sophia Gonser serves as the primary contact for this "Crusade," which continues to foster local school spirit and community health through outdoor activity.