Chautauqua Striders Athletic Club

Hope to see you all at Roger's Bird Day Dash 10K tomorrow morning!👟🐦

HERE ARE THE REMAINING RACES IN THE 2026 ROTY SERIES! 🏁 There are still plenty of opportunities to earn points, get out and run, and enjoy some awesome community events! Check out our graphic for the remaining race dates and details.

🐦 UP NEXT — THIS SATURDAY!
Join us for the Roger’s Bird Day 10K at RTPI! Following the race, stick around for a FREE community celebration featuring a DJ, food trucks, activities for kids, and FREE admission to the museum! There’s something for everyone, so make a day of it and come enjoy the fun. 🎶🦉

❤️ DANIEL FEATHER MEMORIAL 5K — SEPTEMBER 5
We’re also excited to host our very own Daniel Feather Memorial 5K at Bergman Park, honoring Dan Feather, a co-founder of the Chautauqua Striders. This year, we’re also adding the Ron Graham Memorial Kids 1K Fun Run, dedicated to our other late co-founder, Ron Graham.

The Daniel Feather Memorial 5K helps support Chautauqua Striders youth programming and the Daniel Feather Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded annually to a graduating senior who demonstrates strong character, community involvement, athletic participation, and a commitment to achieving their academic and personal goals. 🎓❤️

🎓 Graduating seniors are eligible to apply for the Dan Feather Memorial Scholarship! Visit the race website or email [email protected] for more information about the scholarship and application.

📲 Ready to race? Find registration links for all of the upcoming ROTY races at www.RunSignUp.com/StridersAC

Attention Striders Athletic Club!👟

Check out the updated 2026 Runner of the Year Series Calendar along with several other upcoming community races. We'll be hosting the 33rd annual Daniel Feather Memorial 5K on Saturday, September 5 at Bergman Park in Jamestown! 💙 Early bird pricing ends August 11, so now's the perfect time to sign up.

Race registration links can be found here: https://runsignup.com/stridersathleticclub

We can't wait to see you out on the course! 🏅

Youngsters in the Chautauqua Striders' Youth Track & Field Development Program celebrated their 2026 coaching staff Tuesday night after their practice at Strider Field in Jamestown. Among those celebrated was Sean Swan-Leuze, who has been described as an "awesome, crazy, excited, do-anything coach." Swan-Leuze, who has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis -- also commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease -- spoke to the gathering and joined the Striders' staff in taking part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which helps raise money for ALS research.

We're excited to recognize Brianne Fadale as our (belated) July Spotlight Runner! 👟

Over the past several years, Brianne and her family have become an incredible part of the Chautauqua Striders community. From participating in our races, the Winter 5K Series, and the Runner of the Year Series to supporting and taking part in our youth programs, they've consistently shown what it means to be involved, driven, and community-minded.❤

Congratulations, Brianne! 🎉 Check out her spotlight graphics to learn a little more about her running journey and what keeps her coming back to the starting line.💪

Here is the most up-to-date 2026 Runner of the Year Series Calendar! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ The next race in the series is Stephen's Run 6K, happening THIS Sunday, August 2nd at Long Point State Park in Bemus Point!

Don't miss your chance to earn ROTY Series points while enjoying one of the area's favorite summer races.

📝 Register & find more information here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/BemusPoint/StephensRun6k2022

We'll see you at the starting line! 🎉

Kick off your 4th of July festivities in Dunkirk by joining us for the 12th Annual Marauder Trotter 5K, part of the 2026 Runner of the Year (ROTY) Series! Whether you're chasing points, a new PR, or just looking for a fun way to start your holiday, we'd love to see you at the starting line. 🇺🇸

🏃Registration & details here: https://maraudertrotter.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=17277

Looking to plan the rest of your racing season? Check out the graphic below for several other upcoming races!

📊 Current ROTY standings are up to date and can be found here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/ChautauquaStridersAthleticClubTEST/Page/2026-Runner-of-the-Year-Standing

We'll see you in Dunkirk! 🇺🇸👟

‼️ROTY Series Race Alert‼️

Buns on the Run 5K - Saturday, May 30th, 9:00 AM Start
Don't miss Bemus Point Track Club's 4th Annual Buns on the Run 5K!

Online registration closes tomorrow morning at 10:00 AM, so don’t wait! https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/BemusPoint/BunsontheRun5k

Miss online registration? No problem! Packet pick-up and day-of registration will open at 8:00 AM. Cash, check (made payable to Bemus Point Track Club), and Venmo will all be accepted.

PLUS — new this year — there will be a 1-Mile Fun Run for the kids! 🎉👟

📍 The race will start and finish at Village Park, located at 1 Lakeside Drive in Bemus Point.

Buns on the Run 5k The Buns on the Run 5k is on Saturday May 30, 2026. It includes the following events: Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run, 5k Run, and 5k Walk.

🚨 Striders Athletic Club, we need your help! 💙

We have the chance to earn a mini grant from the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation , and it only takes a few seconds to support us!

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Every interaction helps support our Youth Track & Field Development Program. Take a moment to read the post to see just a glimpse of the impact this special program has on our young athletes, coaches, and community.💙🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our Youth Track & Field Development Program has become much more than a place for kids to learn the sport. It’s a space where confidence grows, friendships are built, and young athletes feel supported and celebrated. Funded through NCCF’s Live Like Luca Youth Sports Grant, this support has allowed us to provide 100% scholarship accessibility, ensuring that every family who applied received assistance.
One of the most meaningful parts of the program is our handmade paper plate awards, presented weekly by coaches. These awards don’t recognize the fastest athletes, but instead celebrate work ethic, sportsmanship, character, leadership, and growth. For many families, they’ve become the favorite part of the season.
One young athlete once asked a coach, “Am I allowed to make a paper plate award for a coach?” The next week, they proudly brought one in, and it sparked something bigger. Soon, athletes began creating awards not only for coaches, but for teammates as well. While track & field is often viewed as an individual sport, moments like these have created genuine friendships and a true sense of team among kids who may not have known each other at the beginning of the season.
The impact reaches our coaches too. One coach even wrote their college essay about the program, sharing that their dream is for youth in our community to have access to programs, mentors, and opportunities that build not only hope, but confidence.
With NCCF’s continued support, the program has expanded year after year. Last season, we welcomed 132 athletes, our largest group yet, and continue to see the lasting impact this program has on young people and families throughout our community.

🎭 Join us for the 1891 5K Run at the Fredonia Opera House! 🎭

We’re excited to invite you to the 1891 5K Run on Sunday, April 26th at 9:00 AM, starting and finishing at the historic Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center (9 Church St., Fredonia, NY)!
https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Fredonia/1891FredoniaOperaHouseRun

This race is the second event in our 2026 Runner of the Year (ROTY) Series, proudly sponsored by UPMC Chautauqua—so it’s a great opportunity to start stacking up those points early in the season!

👉 Want to be part of the ROTY Series?
All you need is a Striders Athletic Club membership to be eligible for points—and it’s not too late to sign up and jump in!
https://runsignup.com/StridersAthleticClub

💥 Why join the Striders Athletic Club?
• Earn points toward the ROTY Series standings
• Get discounted race registrations for all ROTY races
• Access discounts on select bonus races across Chautauqua County
• Be part of an awesome local running community!

📅 Check out the full 2026 ROTY Race Calendar and start planning your season!

Whether you’re chasing points, setting a PR, or just out for a fun morning run, this is a race you won’t want to miss. See you at the start line!