Lexington High School Hosts Battlegreen Run to Benefit Youth Soccer
The GenesisHR Battlegreen Run returns to Lexington High School on Sunday, November 1, 2026, offering multiple race and walk categories to support the Soccer Unity Project. Races begin at 12:15 PM at 251 Waltham St., with a $49 registration fee that includes a post-race lunch, according to the Soccer Unity Project.
The annual fall event invites participants to choose from a 5K run, a 10K run, a 5K walk, a 2K walk, or a virtual option. Funds raised from the morning activities go directly toward the Soccer Unity Project’s youth development programming across the Boston area.
Soccer Unity Project Expands Free Programming for Boston Youth
The Soccer Unity Project enters a team in the event for another consecutive year to sustain its community-building initiatives. The organization provides free soccer programming to more than 1,500 Boston youth annually, serving participants ages 3 through 19, the Soccer Unity Project reported.
Registrants can join the official Soccer Unity Project team to help raise funds through their participation. Organizers encourage participants to invite friends and family to register for either the run or walk events to support the ongoing community outreach.
Registration Details and Event Schedule
- Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Location: Lexington High School, 251 Waltham St., Lexington, MA
- Start Time: Races begin at 12:15 PM
- Registration Cost: $49 (includes lunch after the race)
- Event Options: 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk, 2K Walk, and Virtual Option
Frequently Asked Questions About the Battlegreen Run
How do the funds raised at the Battlegreen Run get used?
All funds raised during the event support the Soccer Unity Project’s mission to reimagine soccer as a tool for youth development and community building. Specifically, the money helps maintain free programming for over 1,500 Boston youth between the ages of 3 and 19 each year.
What does the registration fee include for participants?
The $49 registration fee covers participation in your chosen event—whether running or walking—along with a lunch provided immediately following the race at Lexington High School.
Can supporters participate if they cannot attend the event in person?
Yes, organizers provide a virtual option for participants who wish to support the Soccer Unity Project team remotely without being physically present at the Lexington course on November 1, 2026.
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