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Thousands Attend First Gaudreau Family 5K to Honor John and Matthew

Proceeds will build an accessible playground at Archbishop Damiano School to continue John and Matthew’s community work

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Overview

  • Over 1,100 runners and walkers gathered at Washington Lake Park while more than 1,300 participants took part virtually in the U.S., Canada and beyond
  • Florida Panthers players, staff and families joined the 5K after practice in tribute to the brothers alongside NHL teammates like Brady Tkachuk and Erik Gudbranson
  • A rainbow broke through a morning rainstorm, which Jane Gaudreau embraced as a reassuring sign from her sons
  • Father Guy Gaudreau completed both competitive and noncompetitive courses, calling the run emotionally challenging but meaningful
  • Organizers aim to host the event annually with potential expansions in Calgary and Columbus as they direct raised funds to the adaptive playground project