School Race

Half Marathon & 5k

The 21st annual running of the Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K was back in-person this year and took place on a beautiful, crisp Sunday morning in February. The annual charity race kicked off with its popular pre-party Taste of the Race which is also featured in this issue.

Both races, the half marathon and 5K, started in Seaside with an out-and-back run along the coastal dune lakes of Highway 30A. These combined races serve as a fundraiser support-ing the Seaside Schools Foundation, and draws runners from all over the country.

The winner of the half marathon with a time of 1:15.46 was Derek Bovard, followed by David Campos and Mark Sidebottom in 2nd and 3rd respectfully. The top female finisher was Katie Sherron at 1:19.25. The overall winner of the 5K was D. Beroset with a time of 17:01.72. Caroline Couch was the women’s 5K winner with a time of 19:23.56. Following the races, everyone gathered in Seaside Square for a great breakfast provide by Great Southern Café followed by live entertainment on the stage.