University of Minnesota Athletics

Gold Country 5K to Be Held This Saturday

5/31/2006 12:00:00 AM | Athletics

The University of Minnesota will host the annual Gold Country 5K Run, Goldy’s Gallop for Kids and Fan Fest this Saturday, June 3, 2006. Race times are 9:30 a.m. for the 5K run and 10:30 a.m. for Goldy’s Gallop. All proceeds of the event will benefit University of Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletics.

Registration for the 5K and Goldy’s Gallop will be accepted on race day, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex. The registration fee for the 5K is $20 and $10 for Goldy’s Gallop. Through Friday, participants can also register online at gophersports.com, by phone through the Gopher Ticket Office at 612-624-8080 or 1-800-U-GOPHER, or by mail/drop off to the Gopher Ticket Office, 4 Oak Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455.

Goldy’s Gallop is a special event for young Gopher fans ages 4-12. All children will receive a t-shirt, participant ribbon, and Goldy’s goody bag.

The morning’s festivities will conclude with Gopher Fan Fest. The Fan Fest features Gopher coaches and student-athletes who will be available for autographs, pictures, and participation in interactive games. Free food and refreshments will be available.

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