By Ron P. Coderre

In recent years Woodstock Academy has initiated new events in support of its athletic programs.  The school initiated its inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012 and its annual golf tournament, which is held at Quinnatisset Country Club.  

In a press release from the school’s communications department, the Academy announced its newest event, the Athletic Alumni Hall of Fame 5K, which it anticipates will become an annual event.  The race is scheduled for a 10 a.m. start on Sunday, Oct. 12.

“We are excited to hold the Athletic Alumni Hall of Fame 5K as part of our 12th Annual Homecoming and Alumni Celebration as a way to bring our entire community together,” said Headmaster Christopher Sandford.  “The event will support our student-run non-profit, Family Related Effective Solutions for Humanity (FRESH), which works toward poverty relief and awareness in the ‘Quiet Corner’ and our Athletic Alumni Hall of Fame.”

The race begins and ends in front of the Woodstock Academy campus.  It winds its way through surrounding roads before working its way back to Academy Road.  Registration for the race begins two hours prior to the starter’s gun at 8 a.m., according to Cary Bentley, chairman of the Hall of Fame committee.  The preregistration fee is $25 for adults and includes a commemorative T-shirt.  Day of race registration is also $25, however the T-shirt is not included.  Entry fee for children and students is $10.

“This 5K celebrates the 2014 Woodstock Academy inductees as well as the achievements of athletes everywhere,” said Bentley.

Registration is available on line by visiting www.woodstockacademy.org/alumni-weekend.  For more information contact Director of Development and Alumni Relations Susan McKechnie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by telephone – 860 963-6592.  

The Hall of Fame reception and induction ceremony is scheduled at 3 p.m. Oct. 12.  The entire schedule of events for Alumni Reunion Weekend can be viewed at www.woodstockacademy.org.