Boxer 500 Run & Walk Brings Family Fun, Colon Cancer Awareness to Werner Park

Hundreds of families joined us on Sunday, August 21 at Werner Park for the 14th annual Boxer 500. Guests were encouraged to put on their favorite pair of boxer shorts and run or walk in the name of fighting back against colon cancer.

“The Boxer 500 honors colorectal cancer survivors, provides a chance to remember those we have lost and spotlights the importance of colorectal cancer prevention and screening,” said Chris Snowardt, colon cancer survivor and Great Plains Colon Cancer Task Force member. “While the race is only a short run or walk, the awareness it brings can make the difference between life and death, as early detection and prevention of colon cancer is key to survival.”

Boxer 500 participants joined the event in person and virtually. The in-person event began at 8 a.m. at Werner Park, 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, Neb., and included a 5k run/walk, 1-mile walk, 1K kids run, and kids’ dash. After the run/walk, there was a pancake breakfast and kids zone area available for families to enjoy. The event was hosted by colon cancer survivor and local radio personality, Crash Davis.

All proceeds from the Boxer 500 stay in Omaha, Nebraska and bring additional awareness to colon cancer prevention and early detection.