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Saturday’s ‘Run 2 Walk' in Lakeville to Support Proudfoot, Borowicz

Both men incurred severe spinal cord injuries as a result of diving accidents and are paralyzed from their chest down with very limited hand function.

Editor’s Note: This information is from the Lakeville Public Schools website.

The first “Run 2 Walk” has been established on behalf of two young Lakeville graduates, Scott Proudfoot (LNHS) class of 2006 and Dillon Borowicz (LSHS) class of 2013.

Both men incurred severe spinal cord injuries as a result of diving accidents and are paralyzed from their chest down with very limited hand function. Scott was a former state champion swimmer and recently graduated from the University of Iowa. Dillon was an aspiring “Cougar” football player and was in the midst of the college application process.

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Proceeds from this “Run 2 Walk” will provide funds for restorative therapies, vocational opportunities, and in-home rehab equipment.

The “Run 2 Walk” will take place on Saturday, May 18, and will consist of a 1K, 5k and 10K run which start and end at HealthWorks/DanceWorks, 17470 Glacier Way, Lakeville. 

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All races are considered “fun runs” and will not be officially timed.

Race start times are:
• 10K RACE BEGINS AT 6:45 AM
• 5K BEGINS AT 7:00 AM
•1K BEGINNING AT 7:15 AM

For more information, or to register, contact Ann Proudfoot at 952-432-7123

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