Virtual Event Details
You can register for our VIRTUAL RACE! Can’t make it to the physical Darling Dash at Stude Park in the Houston Heights of Houston, Texas? Then join us virtually and run or walk or bike or skip or whatever the Virtual Darling Dash whenever it’s convenient for you! Each registration includes a finisher medal and a race t-shirt which will be mailed to you.
Darling Dash 5k proceeds fund As One Foundation activities such as our sickle cell trait awareness program, Operation Hydration that encourages hydration as prevention of athletic or fitness related death – especially in sickle cell trait carriers.
Your Race, Your Time, Your Place
8 am CST, Sunday, February 23, 2020 or run, bike, walk, swim, skip in the Virtual DASH ANY time YOU want on February 23, 2020.
The race is Virtual so you pick your own time, place, pace and passion. Then run or walk your 5k wherever your heart desires. Share your pictures on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #DarlingDash!
Participant Awards
All participants will receive a free t-shirt (size guaranteed if registered by 2/8/20) and a medal.
Entry Fees
CATEGORY | UNTIL 9/30/19 | UNTIL 2/15/20 | RACE DAY |
Virtual Race – Any Age | $35 | $40 | $45 |
2019 Darling Dash Sponsors |
On February 26, 2001, 18 year old, Devaughn Darling lost his life due to exhaustion during spring football practice at Florida State University. He would leave his identical twin brother, Devard Darling to live on and fulfill their shared dream to play professional football. Devard would persevere and not only make it to the NFL but also establish the As One Foundation, in memory of Devaughn. Both twins carry the sickle cell trait, which alone is no real threat to the 8% of people of color born in America. But, coupled with physical rigor and lack of hydration, could be fatal. In other words, Devaughn’s death was preventable. Darling Dash 5K revenue helps fund the As One Foundation’s scholarship fund and efforts to prevent future deaths of young athletes by promoting sickle cell trait awareness through Operation Hydration that encourages hydration as prevention of athletic or fitness related death – especially in sickle cell trait carriers.