Runners show support for Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K
More than 280 supporters and participants were in attendance for the race on Siesta Key Beach.
By
Amanda Morales
| 8:20 a.m. January 11, 2016
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The memory of Riverview High School alumnus Andrew Monroe lives on with the 5K in his memory every year.
This year marked the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K with more than 280 participants and supporters hitting the sand of Siesta Key Beach Jan. 9.
Monroe is remembered as student athlete who enjoyed playing soccer for the RHS Rams team. Following a fatal car accident in 2011 his family set up a scholarship fund in his name to help any future RHS soccer athletes attend and complete college.
His mother Stacey Monroe organizes the 5K and one-mile fun run to collect funds for the scholarship.
"I was humbled to see every one support me year after year," Stacey Monroe said. I could not do this without them on race day. I want Andrew's memory and legacy to provide scholarships for students for years to come."
Runners cross the starting line for the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K on Siesta Beach.
Stacey Monroe welcomed participants and supporters to the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K.
Greg Atkin, J.T. Truitt, Tim Thai, Patrick Skladanowski and Jackie Carlson
John Hanchak, Susan Stevenson, Jere Hanchak, Rob Stevenson, Patty and John Reece
Luis Aldana with Maria Perdomo and Wit.
Maria Trombino from Orange Theory Fitness with Astella.
Medals for participants included a photo of Andrew Monroe an alumnus of Riverview High School.
Runners cross the starting line for the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K on Siesta Beach.
The overall winner was Ola Cederfeldt, who happens to be on vacation from Sweden.
Todd Carpenter came in second place overall in the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K.
Connor Wozniak crossed the finish line in third place overall.
Runners head south through the fog on Siesta Beach for the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K.
Trophies for participants in the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K.
More than 280 guests were in attendance for the 3rd annual Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K at Siesta Key Beach.
Nancy Kelly, Karen Grassett, Paula Mello, Kathy King, Donna Ciemny and Margie Holman
