Event Description

In memory of Paul "Hook" O'malley who believed in the Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical Health of the youth in his community. 

The "1 Mile Firecracker Race" at 707 North South Road, September 27, 2020 is in memory of Paul "Hook" O'Mally, a local boxing trainer who succumbed to cancer on September 25, 1992.

"Hook" was a tough man with a generous nature and common bond with people from all walks of life. He was at ease in a press conference or guiding a troubled adolescent. He had a moral philosophy of what was right. He would say "Straighten up and fly right!" We who believe in his philosophy and the hereafter know that he is soaring high above us with a watchful eye on all that he loves. This race will be a testament of the great love and devotion his family and friends have for his memory and worthy cause. Hook's loss is endured knowing he lives on in our hearts and souls.

All proceeds will benefit the Lackawanna county unit of the American Cancer Society.

Location: 707 North South Road, Scranton, PA (Off Keyser Avenue)

Date and Time: Sunday, September 27 at 10:00 AM

Registration: Day of race - 8:15 AM to 9:45 AM at park

                       Registration day of race - $30.00

Pre-Registration: $25.00 until Thursday, September 24, 2020

For information call: 570-346-1828

Race will be run regardless of weather!

Race course is out and back.

*All CDC guidelines regarding social distancing will be enforced. Please note that all runners must wear a mask to the starting line. Once the race has started, runners can then remove their masks*

Awards: Top 3 overall male and female; 13 & under, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Top male and female walker

First overall Boxer award

Race Results: Live results can be found at the following link; Hook O'Malley 1 Mile Race Results