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Runners feel the heat in annual Moyer 5K in Souderton

Temperatures near 90 in evening race

Hundreds of runners hit the streets of Souderton for the 28th annual 5k Moyer Run. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)
Hundreds of runners hit the streets of Souderton for the 28th annual 5k Moyer Run. (John Worthington – MediaNews Group)
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SOUDERTON — Hundreds of running enthusiasts of all ages braved the 86-degree heat Tuesday evening to participate in Souderton’s annual Moyer 5K Run.

The race kicked off at the Souderton Community Park, with a giant American flag hanging over the start of the course. Along the route, sweat-soaked runners were greeted by lines of cheering spectators and refreshing sprays of mist from local fire trucks as they raced to the finish line.

Top finisher was 24-year-old Connor McMenamin with a time of 15:13. The fastest female was 33-year-old Jenn Cronin with a time of 18:06. Prizes were awarded to McMenamin and Cronin as well as the top finishers in each age bracket.

  • Hundreds of runners begin the Moyer 5K Run in Souderton...

    Hundreds of runners begin the Moyer 5K Run in Souderton Community Park. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Spectators cheer on runners as they approach the finish line....

    Spectators cheer on runners as they approach the finish line. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Connor McMenamin wins the 5K with a time of 15:13....

    Connor McMenamin wins the 5K with a time of 15:13. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Connor McMenamin and Jenn Cronin were the fastest male and...

    Connor McMenamin and Jenn Cronin were the fastest male and female runners, with times of 15:13 and 18:06, respectively.

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The event also featured a Kids’ 1K Run, with volunteers distributing medals to the children as they crossed the finish line.

Following the races, runners and spectators cooled off in the park with live music and refreshments, including water ice from Lindy’s Italian Ice, pizza from Lisa’s Pizza & Restaurant and craft beer from the Branch Creek Tap House.

Proceeds benefit Souderton Area High School Cross Country Track scholarships and the Keystone Opportunity Center.

  • Dozens of children begin the Kids' 1K Run in Souderton...

    Dozens of children begin the Kids' 1K Run in Souderton Community Park. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Volunteers distribute medals to children as they finish the Kids'...

    Volunteers distribute medals to children as they finish the Kids' 1K Run. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Attendees wait in line for Branch Creek Tap House's beer....

    Attendees wait in line for Branch Creek Tap House's beer. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

  • Runners and spectators cool off in the park with live...

    Runners and spectators cool off in the park with live music and refreshments. (John Worthington - MediaNews Group)

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