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Cougs vs Cancer Run!
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The Cougs vs Cancer Run is a proud annual tradition at BYU, now in its 30th year! The event is an exciting 5k with a route that goes all throughout BYU campus. 100% of ALL PROCEEDS go to fund BYU student cancer research fellowships through the BYU Simmons Center for Cancer Research. The race honors Rex E. Lee, former President of BYU and founding Dean of the J. Reuben Clark Law School, who passed away from cancer in 1996.
Throughout the many years of this race, our mission remains the same: to raise funds for full-time student cancer research fellowships, providing BYU undergraduate and graduate students the chance to begin their careers as the next generation of cancer clinicians and researchers.
Want to participate in the fun? Here’s how:
- Register for the race
- Pick up your race t-shirt and bib at the Wilkinson Center on February 28th from 12pm to 5pm or at the race on March 1st!
- Don't forget to post pictures or videos using #yirun and tag @cougsvscancer.
- Follow us on Instagram @cougsvscancer to get updated details about the race.
- For information please email cancer_events@byu.edu
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2025-03-01 09:00:00
2025-03-01 09:00:00
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Cougs Vs Cancer Run
Provo, UT
Event Director
cancer_events@byu.edu
- Location: Provo, UT 84604
- Race Date: 2025/03/01 09:00:00 AM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids Fun Run/Walk
Cougs Vs Cancer Run Where & When
Most Helpful Review
Fun run, inspiring cause!
I loved this run! I ran the 10k, and it was a smooth course around Provo. The spirit and atmosphere at the race are contagious, and I'm a big supporter of the cause. 100% of proceeds go to cancer research.
Fun run, inspiring cause!
I loved this run! I ran the 10k, and it was a smooth course around Provo. The spirit and atmosphere at the race are contagious, and I'm a big supporter of the cause. 100% of proceeds go to cancer research.
Jsp
Great run Fun and a good family atmosphere. Be prepared to run a steep incline for the first two miles. The last four are all down hill. Good luck and don't forget the massage and treats after the race.
has attended 1 times
Bring your family, stay for the fair!
I've only run the 10K once, but I've volunteered three times, and I loved both! The atmosphere is the best part, with lots of families doing the 1K and 5K, and the fair is the best (free stuff, yay)! I like that there didn't seem to be much traffic between runners and strollers/walkers etc. The coolest part about this race is that it supports BYU students doing cancer research at the Simmons Center, but second to that is how open they are to feedback if you just email them--always improving!
Fun for the whole family, and for a great cause!
My favorite thing about this race is everyone can participate. From the mom pushing a baby in a stroller to the hardcore athlete. Everyone is there to support a loved one who has battled cancer. I hear next year you get to run through campus! How cool is that?! I love seeing the BYU celebrities (basketball team, Coach Rose, BYU Sports Nation). The carnival after is super fun with lots of swag. All to support cancer research and BYU students. Awesome. Go cougs!
2022 race results not posted
The results for the race do not appear to be posted. Would like to see them.
has attended 2 times
Provo, UT Weather
Last year the weather condition was Sunny.
47.4℉ Clear
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