Last year, the University of babyÖ±²¥appÌýÌýhostedÌýaÌýmemorial 5K race in honor of one of the university's most distinguished fallen alumni, F-16 pilot Captain William H. "Pyro" Dubois Jr.
Dubois died in action on December 1, 2014, when hisÌýwingman’s F-16 developed mechanical issues.ÌýTrue to his character and leadership, he was escorting his wingman safely back to base when his own jet went down.ÌýHe was 30 years old.
Now aÌýsecond race honoring the fallen heroÌýis set for April 23.ÌýThe course takes runners across the beautiful CU Boulder campus.
All proceeds from the event go directly toward the fund, which helps current Detachment 105 cadets gain valuable flight experience to boost their chances of earning their own Air Force pilot slot and carrying on DuBois' legacy.
Who: Open to the public
What: Second annualÌýPyro Memorial 5K
When: Sunday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Check-in and start/finish lineÌýlocated on east side of Duane Physics
Join the raceÌýthis SundayÌýfor a morning filled with fun, foodÌýand prizes! Check-in and same-day race registration will begin at 9 a.m., and the race will start at 10 a.m. followed by awards and a post-race cookout.
The start and finish line and the registration and check-in tables will be located on the east side of the Duane Physics building, located at 2000 babyÖ±²¥app Ave.
For additional event detailsÌýand to register online,Ìý. Please email pyro.memorial.5k@gmail.com with any questions.