Jacksonville
North Carolina
2023 JOSC Race Series
Sports and Recreation
January 12, 2023
Welcome to the 2023 JOSC RACE SERIES
2023 marks the 5th Anniversary of the JOSC Race Series!
2023 Changes
We have made a few changes for the 2023 race year and wanted to pass along the information.
The age of runners will be as of December 31, 2023.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard Trail Run will no longer have the challenger category and our title sponsor will be Yo Bre’Z Frozen Dessert Bar. New event will named “Goin’ With The Bre’z Trail Run.”
We will not be hosting the Fabulous 5k Fun Run.
We are adding Onslow Memorial Hospital Miles for Mammos as a bonus race.
We are adding a race! Welcome our Movin’ Mullet Run 5k happening in Swansboro, NC. This event is owned & operated by Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission.
A note from JOSC
THANK YOU for being a part of our 2023 JOSC Race Series!
We couldn't do the series without partners so thank you to Ainsley's Angels, City of Jacksonville Recreation & Parks, Onslow Memorial Hospital and New River YMCA.
Sincerely,
Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission
Staff & Board of Directors
About the JOSC Race Series
Starting in 2019, Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission began
hosting the JOSC Race Series to help our community connect
and build our races. Check out the perks of running the series, to include earning the popular finisher medal holder!
Earn Gifts | Earn Points
Exclusive restaurant discounts during race weekends
Perks
- Complete 6 of 8 races (all virtual or a mix) for a year-end medal. Bonus runs not included.
- Complete 6 of 8 races (in-person) for a year-end medal holder. Bonus runs not included.
- Complete 8 of 8 races (min. of four in-person) for a year-end medal holder. 20 race series bonus points and one free race entry of your choice for 2022. Bonus runs not included.
- Complete 10 of 10 races (min. of four in-person) for and additional 10 race series bonus points.
-1st overall male/female/male masters/female masters/riders will receive free entry into three races (your choice) for 2024 along with a special gift.
-2nd overall male/female/male masters/female masters/riders will receive free entry into two of these races for 2024 (your choice) along with a special gift.
-3rd overall male/female/male masters/female masters/riders will receive free entry into one of these races 2024 (your choice) along with a special gift.
Leaderboard page has been updated.
Click on the link below to check out your points!
Upcoming Events
Sledgehammer Beach Run
Presented by Marine Federal Credit Union
February 4, 2023
Take in the views and explore North Topsail Beach while running on the sand in either our Half Marathon, 10k or 5k.
Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission are proud to present the "Sledgehammer Beach Run" in memory of Dr. E. B. Sledge.
*New this year*
Salty Turtle Beer at the finish line for Half Marathon & 10k runners!
All distances currently available!
Ainsley's Angels
Run with Your Heart
March 4, 2023
Entering its 9th year, the Run With Your Heart 5K/10K/15K/Virtual is a major fundraiser for Ainsley's Angels in Eastern Carolina and Ainsley's Angels in America. This race brings both the local community and the entire nation together to promote the message of inclusion. Together, we shall accomplish so much more than we ever could alone!
New River Splash
Presented by Moore Buick GMC
May 13, 2023
Join us for the 5th Annual New River Splash Triathlon, Duathlon & 5k presented by Moore Buick GMC! Located in Jacksonville, NC, home of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River. The race starts and ends in downtown Jacksonville. The swim portion is in the New River, cycling through MCB Camp Lejeune and run through downtown Jacksonville. This event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon so if you don't have a membership please select a one-day pass during the registration process.
Triathlon
400 m swim // 17.5 mile bike // 5k run
Duathlon
Run 1 mile // 17.5 mile bike // 5k run
5k Run
Run 3.1 miles
*New this year- We are going to be a part of the NC Triathlon Series!