| Race Results | Back to top | |
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| Race times for the Second Annual John McKenna Memorial 5K have been posted on our race results page. Thank you for your support! | ||
| Event Forms | Back to top | |
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| Race Registration Form 2008 [PDF] | ||
| Item Confirmation 2008 [PDF] | ||
| Donation Information 2008 [PDF] | ||
| Event forms are saved in the Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Adobe Acrobat Reader is available as a free download. | ||
| About John J. McKenna IV | Back to top | |
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Captain John J. McKenna IV, United States Marine Corps, from Brooklyn, N.Y., was killed in action on August 16, 2006 while conducting combat operations in Fallujah, Iraq while serving as a platoon commander with Company B, 1st Battalion, 25th Marines. John was born on March 17, 1976 to John J. III and Karen McKenna of Brooklyn. He was the brother of Allyson Zehrfuhs, Clifton Park, N.Y. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School in Brooklyn and graduated from Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School in Brooklyn. John was active in civic and athletic pursuits and earned his Eagle Scout. Additionally, he served as a lifeguard for several years in Fleischmanns, N.Y. From 1992-1993, John studied in Vienna as part of the Ronald Lauder Foundation International Exchange Program. In 1998, John earned a bachelor's degree in history from Binghamton University. In 1998, he accepted a commission in the United States Marine Corps as a second lieutenant after his successful completion of Officer's Candidate School. Upon completion of the Basic School, he was assigned to the 2nd Marine Air Wing, where he served with distinction to include tours in Uzbekistan/Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. John then went on to serve as part of the initial invasion force during Operation Iraqi Freedom and subsequently earned a Naval Meritorious Service Award.
Captain McKenna left active duty in 2003 to pursue selfless devotion to public service and enter into a career of with the New York State Police. He graduated from the New York State Police Academy on August 8, 2005 and was stationed in Saratoga and Clifton Park with Troop G before receiving permanent assignment to the Kingston Barracks in Troop F. In light of the ongoing war on terror, John felt compelled to continue his service to his country by joining Company F, 2nd Battalion, 25th Marines in Albany, N.Y. John successfully completed Marine Corps Infantry Officers School and was assigned as an infantry platoon commander. His military medals and awards include the Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal; the Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal; the Global War on Terror Service Medal; Naval Meritorious Unit Commendation; National Defense Service Medal; Combat Action Ribbon; Iraq Campaign Medal; Purple Heart; Armed Forces Reserve Medal; Sea Service Deployment Medal. In life, John was a vibrant, thoughtful, energetic young man who loved his family and his country. A voracious reader and student of history, professionally he was the consummate Marine officer, always leading by example; he continued with that same mindset when he donned the Gray Uniform of a New York State Trooper. In his off-duty time, John loved to read, collect guns and unique hats, and spend time with his family. His passing has left many with a great sense of loss. He is a true American Patriot, son and brother who will always be loved and never be forgotten. John is survived by his father and mother, John and Karen; his sister, Allyson and husband David Zehrfuhs; and his niece and goddaughter, Michaela; his grandfather, George Chlebik; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. |
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| Originally Published in the Albany Times Union on Aug 23, 2006. | ||
| Race Course | Back to top | |
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All events begin and end at Beethoven Park (Recreation Park) in Binghamton, NY. The 5K route is outlined in green on the above map. The children's fun race will consist of a shorter, quarter mile loop.
Driving directions to Beethoven Park are available here. |
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| Race Day Transportation | Back to top | |
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Race day transportation Free transportation will be available from the Binghamton University campus to the race course on race day between 7:45 AM and 9:00 AM from the Mohawk parking lot in the College in the Woods community. A race organizer will be present at Mohawk in the morning, wearing Binghamton Crew clothing to coordinate shuttle service. Transportation back to campus from the race site will begin at 11:30 AM. If you are driving to the race please note that Beethoven St, Main St, Front St, Riverside Dr, will all be closed as race time approaches. If you are coming from the traffic circle, we suggest you park before Lourdes Hospital and walk to the race site. | ||
| Race–Day Operations | Back to top | |
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The awards ceremony will follow the completion of the race, approximately around 10:45. Top Three Male and Female Awards will be given as well as age group awards. The age groups will be 1-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. There will be t-shirts on sale at the event for ten dollars, but supplies will be limited. We will also be selling last year's McKenna t-shirt for the discounted price of five dollars. |
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| Event Schedule - Saturday, March 15, 2008 | Back to top | |
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| Race Day Registration | From 7:30 am until race time | |
| Children's Fun Race | 9:00 AM | |
| 5K Run | 9:30 AM | |
| Contact Us | Back to top | |
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Questions, comments, and all other event correspondence should be directed to:
Michael Eichler, Chairman, John McKenna Memorial Committee Binghamton Crew c/o Club Sports at Binghamton University PO Box 6000 - East Gym Office 102 Binghamton, NY 13902-6000 mckenna5k@binghamtoncrew.org Registration forms may be submitted by mail or directly to the Club Sports office in the East Gym. |
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