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Gamecock Athletics announces 2025 Cocky Trot 5K and Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night
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Gamecock Athletics announces 2025 Cocky Trot 5K and Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night

Gamecock Athletics and the Gamecock Club are excited to announce two events taking place on Saturday, April 26. The Cocky Trot 5K & Fun Run/Walk, presented by Palmetto Shirt Company, and the Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night, presented by ABC Quality are set to offer unforgettable experiences for fans of all ages.

Cocky Trot 5K & Fun Run/Walk

Now in its fourth year, the Cocky Trot 5K & Fun Run/Walk will begin at 9 a.m. Participants will enjoy a 5K route starting at Gamecock Park, winding through the football practice fields and finishing on the field inside Williams-Brice Stadium. For those seeking a shorter option, an approximately one-mile Fun Run/Walk is also available.

All participants of the Cocky Trot 5K & Fun Run/Walk receive:

  • Cocky Trot t-shirt
  • Finisher medal
  • Access to discounted tickets to select football and baseball games
  • Post-race refreshments

Additionally, the top-three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top-three finishers in various age groups, will receive special prizes, including season or single-game tickets to Gamecock sporting events.

Early bird registration is open now through March 22, so register today.

Register for the Cocky Trot 5K & Fun Run/Walk

Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night

Later that evening, the Gamecock Club will host the Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night at Williams-Brice Stadium. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m., with the screening of this year’s movie Mufasa: The Lion King starting at 6:30 p.m. Members will have the unique opportunity to watch the movie from the field of Williams-Brice Stadium.

The event is free for all Jr. Gamecock Club members and their guests, but advanced registration is required. It’s not too late to register for the Jr. Gamecock Club. Membership is only $40 and includes:

  • An official Jr. Gamecock Club t-shirt
  • A special keepsake items
  • Invitations to exclusive Jr. Gamecock Club events (like this movie night)
  • Free admission to all men’s and women’s soccer and volleyball matches
  • A free ticket to select football, basketball, baseball and softball games (with discounts available for family members)

Register for the Jr. Gamecock Club Movie Night

Both events promise to be a highlight of the spring. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or enjoying a movie under the lights at Williams-Brice Stadium, it’s an event-filled day for Gamecock fans of all ages.