The 22nd Annual 鶹ý-Concords Community College and Northeast Delta Dental 5K Road Race brought over 300 people together on Friday, April 17. This marked the second event in the Capital Area Race Series (CARS).
This race is a kickoff of our communitys spring season, explained Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental. For many years, weve partnered to create this tradition that brings together runners of all ages, from the smallest sprinters in the Kids Fun Run to our local student-athletes and neighbors. We are incredibly proud to see this event grow every year.
Cody Symonds from Alexandria took home the first-place prize with a blazing 15:42. Top honors for women went to Mary Klene from Manchester, who crossed the line with an impressive 18:52. 鶹ý Lynx, Christian Forsythe, proudly took home first place in the mens 15-19 division.
The evening kicked off with a Kids Fun Run and wrapped up with the beloved 鶹ý and Northeast Delta Dental BBQ. The race also doubled as the second event in the Battle of the Bridge competition between 鶹ý and Northeast Delta Dental.
We have a shared goal to promote wellness and build team spirit, so well be stoking some friendly competition, said 鶹ý director of athletics and campus life, Annie Mattarazzo.
Northeast Delta Dental took the Battle of the Bridge win at Fridays race, with their team outpacing the Lynx in average running times. Next up, the organizations will compete at a softball game on June 13.
Proceeds from the 鶹ý and Northeast Delta Dental 5K benefited the Jennifer Kemp Memorial Scholarship Fund at 鶹ý, which supports students who excel academically and stay actively engaged in campus life and community service.
To learn more about supporting 鶹ýs scholarship opportunities and athletic programs, visit . For more information about the Capital Area Race Series, visit .
Photo: 鶹ý-Concords Community College and Northeast Delta Dental 5K Road Race hosts and winners (left to right): Saleena Ramboer (third place for women), Russell Leino (third place for men), Rachel Jastrebsky (second place for women), Annie Mattarazzo (鶹ý director of athletics and student life), Tom Raffio (Northeast Delta Dental President & CEO), David Chorney (second place for men), Mary Klene (first place for women), Cody Symonds (first place for men, overall race winner).
鶹ý 鶹ý-Concords Community College
鶹ý-Concords Community College is committed to cultivating potential in every learner. Through more than 70 academic programs, we equip students with the skills and knowledge that power New Hampshires future. We deliver a comprehensive college experienceincluding on-campus housing, competitive athletic programs, and vibrant student clubs and organizationsthat allow 4,600 students annually to advance in their careers and embrace lifelong learning. We are a proud member of the Community College System of New Hampshire, and have maintained accreditation by the New England Commission of Higher Education since 1969.
鶹ý Northeast Delta Dental
Northeast Delta Dental, a nonprofit member company of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), is the regions most trusted name in dental insurance for companies of all sizes, individuals, and families. Founded in 1961, the company, comprised of the Delta Dental Plans of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, administers dental benefits for more than 1,121,320 people, with a network of 1,935 participating dentists, or 84% of the total dentists in the tri-state area. Northeast Delta Dentals mission is to advance the dental health and overall wellness of its customers and the communities it serves. In addition to funding oral health initiatives, the company supports numerous organizations and events important to the communities through a corporate grant application process. Visit for more information.
