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Chelsea hosts 5K race to honor late coach Frank Captain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 3:47 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

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Summary

Chelsea will hold the inaugural Frank Captain Memorial Route 66 5K on Saturday, Sept. 27. This event celebrates the late Frank Captain, a beloved educator and coach who dedicated over three decades to Chelsea Public Schools. The event features a fun run and a main 5K race, with proceeds benefiting the school's cross-country program that Captain built. Runners can register until Sept. 25, with same-day registration available. Participants will receive medals and awards for top finishers, alongside opportunities to explore Chelsea during its 91st Annual Jamboree.

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•Race scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27, on historic Route 66.
•Proceeds support Chelsea Public Schools cross-country program.
•Pre-registration open through Sept. 25; fees are $25 for the fun run and $35 for the 5K.
•Participants get custom finisher medals and post-race breakfast.
•Event coincides with Chelsea's 91st Annual Jamboree.

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3:47 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea to honor late cross country coach with 5K race

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Long after the final bell rang or the last runner crossed the finish line, Frank Captain was still finding ways to inspire those around him. This fall, Chelsea will celebrate that enduring legacy the best way it knows how: with a run through the town he loved. The inaugural Frank Captain Memorial Route 66 5K is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27, giving runners an opportunity to honor the ...
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