The 45th Annual Sam Gomez Road Race will be help on Saturday, April 1st, 2023. This year's benneficiary is Tapestry Health. We are also asking for food donations.
Sam Gomez 5K Road Race Results
Sam Gomez 5K Virtual Road Race Results
Interested in participating in the 45th annual Sam Gomez Road Race?
Interested in Sponsoring the 45th annual Sam Gomez Road Race?
In dividual donations will also be accepted!
March 24 - April 1, 2023
VIRTUAL RACE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I run/walk?
You can run anywhere! Our traditional in-person Sam Gomez Road Race is a 5k, or 3.1 miles and if you are in the area and would like to run or walk the official route, please see the map here. Do whatever works for you! - sidewalks, trails, treadmill. We also encourage you to bring friends and family on your run with you, even your dog.
What is included with the virtual Sam Gomez Road Race registration?
The virtual Sam Gomez Road Race registration comes with a lightweight, cotton blend t-shirt with the Sam Gomez Road Race logo, a runner's medal, and a downloadable runner’s bib. *Tshirts and medals will be mailed during the week of 3/28/23. Tshirt size is not guaranteed if you register after 3/6/23.
When do I need to complete my run?
You can complete your run anytime between March 24th and April 1, 2023. Download our free race bib here.
How do I track my distance and time?
Runners can track their distance through any platform of their choosing ie. Polar Flow, Strava, RunKeeper, MapMyRun, etc. and submit their time on the Berkshire Running Center Virtual Race Time Submission Form here or on the top on their main website at berkshirerunningcenter.com. Please submit your time by 11:59pm on Friday, April 1st. Results will be posted on the Berkshire Running Center website and their Facebook page along with the MCLA Student Government Facebook page following the virtual and in person race events.
April 1, 2023
ITINERARY
On race day, registration and new sign-ups are open from 9:30am - 10:30am. Runners will be escorted to the starting line at 11:00am and the race will begin at 11:10am.
RACE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I park?
Please reference our MCLA campus map here that shows available parking on campus. This year runners and visisors can park in any available parking spaces.
When and where is check-in?
Check-in will be located on the 2nd floor of the Amsler Campus Center (building #12). Check-in and registration for participants the day of will be from 9:30am-10:30am. *Registration will close at 10:30am to make sure runners are able to get to the starting line for the 11am start.
What is included with the in-person Sam Gomez Road Race registration?
The in-person Sam Gomez Road Race registration comes with a lightweight, cotton blend t-shirt with the Sam Gomez Road Race logo at check in, and a runner's medal at the end of the race. The three overall winners from both the male and female categories will receive a Sam Gomez water bottle. Tshirt size is not guaranteed if you register after 3/7/23.
What is the route of the race?
Please find the map of Sam Gomez 5K Race here. The starting line for the race is at the corner of Church Street and Pleasant Street. *Please note that this is an open course route. Runners may make their way down to the starting line or wait for volunteers that will also lead participants down at the end of check-in at 10:30am.
How will the race be timed and where do I find my results?
Berkshire Running Center (BRC) will be providing the runner bibs and timing chips to time all participants at check-in. Results will be available following the race and will be posted on the BRC website, Facebook page, and the MCLA Student Government Facebook page.
What is the COVID-19 mask madate/ protocol?
Per MCLA's Covid-19 protocol, unvaccinated individuals are required to wear a mask within all indoor campus spaces. If you are vaccinated, masks are optional based on your personal choice.
The Sam Gomez Road Race is one of the oldest races in Berkshire County and has been
a successful North Adams tradition for over 40 years thanks to the generosity of our
loyal sponsors and the support of the local running community.
Sam Gomez was a professor at MCLA (then North Adams State College) and founded the school’s cross-country team. Coach Gomez believed in the importance of the relationship between the local community and MCLA. In honor of Coach Gomez and his legacy of giving back to the Berkshire community, each year SGA selects a Berkshire County charity to receive the proceeds from the race bearing Coach Gomez’ name. With the help of local sponsors, SGA has raised over $33,000 for Berkshire-based organizations for nearly 20 years!
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