ST. LOUIS, Mo., February 15, 2023 – Registration is underway for the 2023 Cardinals 5K, presented by Bally Sports Midwest. The 5K will take place both in-person and virtually, allowing Cardinals fans across the world the chance to run, jog or walk on their own. All participants will receive an exclusive long sleeved t-shirt, a commemorative medallion that pays tribute to National Baseball Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, and the opportunity to take a victory lap on the warning track at Busch Stadium. Proceeds will benefit both the Cardinals Care Redbird Rookies Youth Softball and Baseball Program, which is celebrating its 20th year of operation, and PGA REACH Gateway Foundation.
The in-person event is Saturday, April 22, 2023. Both Smith and six-time Olympic medalist, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, will be on hand to officially start the race at 8:30 AM. The course will start on 8th Street near the Stan Musial Statue at Busch Stadium and continue through the streets of downtown St. Louis, finishing on Clark Street between Ballpark Village and Busch Stadium. From there, participants will have the opportunity to take a victory lap around the warning track inside Busch Stadium and enjoy a post-race party out on the Busch II infield at Ballpark Village.
“I am thrilled to join the Cardinals and Bally Sports Midwest to help raise funds for Cardinals Care and PGA Reach.” said Smith. “It is a privilege to be part of a team that is dedicated to supporting kids right here in our community.”
Those interested in participating can learn more and register at cardinals.com/5K.