New for 2025 and Going Forward
Say goodbye to long registration check in times and paper registration forms, for 2025 we're going digital. You will be able to register from your phone or desktop up until 15 minutes before the start of the race!
Saturday May 9, 2026
5K Race: 9:00 AM
Fun Run: 8:30 AM
The YMCA Bucks County Strong race offers a welcoming atmosphere for both first-time runners and seasoned athletes, taking you through the picturesque streets of Doylestown, with a finish line at War Memorial Stadium at Central Bucks West High School. Race day promises an unforgettable experience, featuring pre-race entertainment, community cheer support, and a fun 1-mile run for younger participants. After crossing the finish line, enjoy family-friendly activities, vendors, and a post-race celebration to honor our Bucks County Strong champions. This special event will end with a surprise at the finish line to commemorate the day, making it a perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend. We can’t wait to see you at the start line for this iconic tradition in the heart of Bucks County!
Say goodbye to long registration check in times and paper registration forms, for 2025 we're going digital. You will be able to register from your phone or desktop up until 15 minutes before the start of the race!
The 2025 Athlete Guide is now available!
Plan ahead! Our parking lot fills quickly leading up to the race.
Friday, May 8, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Doylestown YMCA Welcome Center
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Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
CB West War Memorial Field
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River Crossing YMCA is a charitable, nonprofit organization committed to strengthening our communities through membership and programs that foster youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for all. The Y employs more than 1,000 people, serves more than 60,000 individuals, and provides $5 million in charitable community impact each year. River Crossing YMCA is a non-profit organization that relies upon charitable support to ensure that no one is turned away because of an inability to pay. Each year we provide more than $500,000 to provide financial assistance for children and youth from low-income families to participate in childcare programs and summer camp; we feed more than 3,000 at-risk children and youth each year; and, we provide more than ten free healthy Pathway Programs that address special health needs among veterans, cancer survivors, those with mental health issues and more. 100% of the proceeds from this event will support these important causes
The official course records are for USATF certification #PA19021NP most recently certified in 2019, and do not apply to any previous course variations prior to this certification.
| Age Group | Name | Time | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Megan Lysek-Hagy | 18:26 | 2023 |
| Masters | Gert Freas, 91.72% | 21:11 | 2024 |
| Under 9 | Isha Awasthi | 28:56 | 2019 |
| 9-11 | Isha Awasthi | 21:32 | 2023 |
| 12-14 | Isha Awasthi | 19:51 | 2024 |
| 15-19 | Megan Ciasullo | 19:33 | 2019 |
| 20-24 | Ava Pultorak | 19:14 | 2025 |
| 25-29 | Hannah Borish | 19:08 | 2023 |
| 30-34 | Emily McBain | 19:19 | 2025 |
| 35-39 | Kellie Shimer | 19:03 | 2023 |
| 40-44 | Kellie Shimer | 18:59 | 2025 |
| 45-49 | Stephanie Savastano | 19:24 | 2025 |
| 50-54 | Siobhan McHugh | 21:15 | 2025 |
| 55-59 | Anabelle Broadbent | 22:13 | 2023 |
| 60-64 | Gert Freas | 21:11 | 2024 |
| 65-69 | Gert Freas | 22:12 | 2025 |
| 70-74 | Ruth King | 28:26 | 2024 |
| 75-79 | Danielle Millet | 31:06 | 2025 |
| 80+ | Cathy Morano | 46:04 | 2024 |
| Age Group | Name | Time | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Alexander Izewski | 16:22 | 2025 |
| Masters | Jim Ludovici, 87.98% | 2022 | |
| Under 9 | Alric Brownell | 21:37 | 2023 |
| 9-11 | Alric Brownell | 18:51 | 2025 |
| 12-14 | Adam Garrison | 20:02 | 2023 |
| 15-19 | Shaun Pello | 18:26 | 2019 |
| 20-24 | Alex Hiznay | 17:00 | 2019 |
| 25-29 | Brendan ONeil | 24:50 | 2023 |
| 30-34 | Alexander Izewski | 16:22 | 2025 |
| 35-39 | Matthew Brown | 18:23 | 2025 |
| 40-44 | Steve Gourley | 16:24 | 2019 |
| 45-49 | Steve Gourley | 16:48 | 2025 |
| 50-54 | Vitaly Belotserkovsky | 18:52 | 2025 |
| 55-59 | Keith Moulton | 19:18 | 2023 |
| 60-64 | Jim Maze | 20:47 | 2024 |
| 65-69 | Bob Boland | 20:37 | 2023 |
| 70-74 | Joe Kern | 23:23 | 2025 |
| 75-79 | Dave Broadbent | 24:21 | 2025 |
| 80+ | Dan Carroll | 37:02 | 2025 |
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