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DYBERRY TWP — Despite high temperatures and oppressive humidity, more than 200 runners turned out to compete in the 39th annual Dr. William Perkins Memorial 5K.
This year’s edition of the event took place at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 12. And according to longtime organizer Lindsey Pender, the race attracted record numbers of participants and sponsors.
“Everything went extremely well,” said Pender, who is also the boys and girls cross country coach at Honesdale High School. “I can’t thank everyone enough. From the runners and walkers to our volunteers and local businesses — this community always steps up and shows incredible support.”
More: Boy Scout Troop 407 hosts 12th annual Firecracker 5K on Independence Day in Pleasant Mount
Also by Kevin Edwards: 38th Annual Dr. William Perkins 5K draws runners and walkers from all over the region
All of the proceeds from the Perkins Run go to the Hornet cross country program, which is one of the most consistently successful in all of District 2.
Next up on the summer 5K agenda is the Wayne County Habitat for Humanity “Run for the Roses,” scheduled for Saturday, August 23 at the Daniel J. O’Neill Sports Complex in Honesdale.
The Perkins Run features an out and back course that’s built to be both challenging and safe for runners of all abilities.
Approximately 175 folks pre-registered for the 2025 event, but by race time Saturday morning, the number of participants had soared to 225.
“I’m so happy with this year’s turnout,” said Pender. “This is the most we’ve had in the last 10 years. It’s great to see all our local runners, but we’re also thrilled to have a big group from the summer camps.”
The vast majority of campers and counselors came from Blue Ridge in Equinunk and Island Lake in Starrucca. In fact, the Top 20 finishers included nine from summer camps.
Tim Nowakowski was the overall race winner. A graduate of Lackawanna Trail and Keystone College, Nowakowski is a veteran of both cross country and track.
On Saturday morning, Nowakowski wasted little time settling in at the front of the pack. And by the two mile point, he’d opened up a commanding lead.
“It was definitely a little muggy out there, but it’s July so that’s to be expected,” Nowakowski said. “They tweaked the course a little bit, but for the most part it’s fast and flat and fun to run.”
Nowakowski entered this year’s race as the defending champion and was wasn’t really challenged. He crossed the finish line with a winning time of 17:52, more than half a minute ahead of his closest pursuer.
“I’m pretty happy with how I ran,” said Nowakowski, who posted a time of 17:18 in 2024. “I always enjoy coming here for this race. There are so many great people and it’s for a good cause.”
Edgar Silva of Camp Blue Ridge earned runner-up honors for a second straight year. He covered the 3.1-mile course in 18:28, chased home by Jacob Partridge (18:31), Evan Fitzpatrick (18:44) and Simon Brown (18:50).
Rounding out the Top 10 overall were: Kyle Curtis (18:53), Casey McQueen (19:09), Gavin Langman (19:34), Alex Lugsden (19:40) and David Bueno (19:48).
Honesdale’s own Katie Kilker finished first overall in the women’s division. An eighth grader and rising star in the junior high cross country program, Kilker jetted home in a time of 20:08.
“I’m so proud of Katie and excited for the future,” Pender said. “We have some truly gifted kids coming up and I can’t wait to see what they accomplish.”
Tiffany Leventhal was runner-up in the women’s division. Fresh off a victory at the Firecracker 5K in Pleasant Mount on the 4th of July, Leventhal posted a time of 21:07 at the Perkins Run.
Also cracking the Top 10 on Saturday were: Abby Kilker (21:11), Amy Neugebauer (21:38), Lola Sherwood (21:49), Rowan McGill (21:55), Allie Hochier (22:35), Mary Kate Grady (22:53), Katherine Legg (22:54), Sophie Johnstone (23:12).
With the 2025 Perkins Run now officially in the books, several other races loom large on the local 5K calendar.
This year’s Wayne County Habitat for Humanity “Run for the Roses” is scheduled for Saturday, August 23 at the Daniel J. O’Neill Sports Complex.
The 2025 Wayne County YMCA’s “Run to the Music” 5K is slated for Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Dorflinger-Suydam Sanctuary in White Mills.
Last but not least is the “Run to Read 5K” which is hosted by the Hawley Public Library. This year’s edition of the race is set for Saturday, Oct. 5 at Bingham Park.
This article originally appeared on Tri-County Independent: Perkins Memorial 5K attracts 225 runners to Wayne County Fairgrounds
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This year’s edition of the event took place at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 12. And according to longtime organizer Lindsey Pender, the race attracted record numbers of participants and sponsors.
“Everything went extremely well,” said Pender, who is also the boys and girls cross country coach at Honesdale High School. “I can’t thank everyone enough. From the runners and walkers to our volunteers and local businesses — this community always steps up and shows incredible support.”
More: Boy Scout Troop 407 hosts 12th annual Firecracker 5K on Independence Day in Pleasant Mount
Also by Kevin Edwards: 38th Annual Dr. William Perkins 5K draws runners and walkers from all over the region
All of the proceeds from the Perkins Run go to the Hornet cross country program, which is one of the most consistently successful in all of District 2.
Next up on the summer 5K agenda is the Wayne County Habitat for Humanity “Run for the Roses,” scheduled for Saturday, August 23 at the Daniel J. O’Neill Sports Complex in Honesdale.
On the podium
The Perkins Run features an out and back course that’s built to be both challenging and safe for runners of all abilities.
Approximately 175 folks pre-registered for the 2025 event, but by race time Saturday morning, the number of participants had soared to 225.
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“I’m so happy with this year’s turnout,” said Pender. “This is the most we’ve had in the last 10 years. It’s great to see all our local runners, but we’re also thrilled to have a big group from the summer camps.”
The vast majority of campers and counselors came from Blue Ridge in Equinunk and Island Lake in Starrucca. In fact, the Top 20 finishers included nine from summer camps.
Tim Nowakowski was the overall race winner. A graduate of Lackawanna Trail and Keystone College, Nowakowski is a veteran of both cross country and track.
You must be registered for see images attach
On Saturday morning, Nowakowski wasted little time settling in at the front of the pack. And by the two mile point, he’d opened up a commanding lead.
“It was definitely a little muggy out there, but it’s July so that’s to be expected,” Nowakowski said. “They tweaked the course a little bit, but for the most part it’s fast and flat and fun to run.”
Nowakowski entered this year’s race as the defending champion and was wasn’t really challenged. He crossed the finish line with a winning time of 17:52, more than half a minute ahead of his closest pursuer.
“I’m pretty happy with how I ran,” said Nowakowski, who posted a time of 17:18 in 2024. “I always enjoy coming here for this race. There are so many great people and it’s for a good cause.”
Edgar Silva of Camp Blue Ridge earned runner-up honors for a second straight year. He covered the 3.1-mile course in 18:28, chased home by Jacob Partridge (18:31), Evan Fitzpatrick (18:44) and Simon Brown (18:50).
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Rounding out the Top 10 overall were: Kyle Curtis (18:53), Casey McQueen (19:09), Gavin Langman (19:34), Alex Lugsden (19:40) and David Bueno (19:48).
Honesdale’s own Katie Kilker finished first overall in the women’s division. An eighth grader and rising star in the junior high cross country program, Kilker jetted home in a time of 20:08.
“I’m so proud of Katie and excited for the future,” Pender said. “We have some truly gifted kids coming up and I can’t wait to see what they accomplish.”
Tiffany Leventhal was runner-up in the women’s division. Fresh off a victory at the Firecracker 5K in Pleasant Mount on the 4th of July, Leventhal posted a time of 21:07 at the Perkins Run.
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Also cracking the Top 10 on Saturday were: Abby Kilker (21:11), Amy Neugebauer (21:38), Lola Sherwood (21:49), Rowan McGill (21:55), Allie Hochier (22:35), Mary Kate Grady (22:53), Katherine Legg (22:54), Sophie Johnstone (23:12).
On the horizon
With the 2025 Perkins Run now officially in the books, several other races loom large on the local 5K calendar.
This year’s Wayne County Habitat for Humanity “Run for the Roses” is scheduled for Saturday, August 23 at the Daniel J. O’Neill Sports Complex.
The 2025 Wayne County YMCA’s “Run to the Music” 5K is slated for Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Dorflinger-Suydam Sanctuary in White Mills.
Last but not least is the “Run to Read 5K” which is hosted by the Hawley Public Library. This year’s edition of the race is set for Saturday, Oct. 5 at Bingham Park.
This article originally appeared on Tri-County Independent: Perkins Memorial 5K attracts 225 runners to Wayne County Fairgrounds
Continue reading...
