Laguna Hills Memorial Day Legacy Medal Series:
The Spirit of Valor Medal (2019-2024)
Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the 2020 event was canceled. The medal series will pickup where it left off and be extended to 2024.
2019 - Honoring the United States Coast Guard, 2020 Skipped due to the COVID-19 global pandemic), 2021 - Honoring Women Veterans, 2022 - Honoring First Responders, 2023 - Honoring Prisoners of War and Missing in Action, 2024 - Honoring Purple Heart Recipient.
FAQ:
Q: I’ve participated the last three years. Do those years count (2018 and prior)?
A: No, the series begins in 2019.
Q: Do I have to do the half marathon every year to qualify?
A: No, every event distance qualifies. You can choose to do the Kids Run, 5k, 10k or Half Marathon. This way, kids who start out in the kids run and develop into longer distance runners will qualify.
Q: Can I “make up” the race if I miss a year?
A: We understand things happen, we are currently assessing options for the make-up event, Recon Retread, to restart in 2022.
Q: What if I’m registered but I don’t finish?
A: The qualifications are based off of finisher results, so if you are not able to complete any of the races, you will not qualify. Bib swaps will be disqualified.
Q: How will I know if I qualify?
A: You must use the same name and birthday for us to keep track of you for all five years. Each year we will post a list of those who qualify. It is your responsibility to check to make sure your name is on the list and it is correct. Please email us if you have any name changes or errors in reporting (