The Doug Kessler Sandy Springs Lightning 10K has been one of the fastest 10K races in the state of Georgia for the last 21 years. Designed for runners who enjoy a flat course through the lovely Sandy Springs community and neighborhoods, this is one of the most popular Peachtree Road Race Qualifiers and has grown to include a 5K race. Held on Saturday morning before the Sandy Springs Festival, runners gain free admittance with their race t-shirts! Pre-register online or by mail by September 1 for $20. Adults, children and groups welcome!
Doug Kessler, who passed away in February 2005, was always looking for ways to make "his" race the best around. It started out as "the Fun Run," and ultimately became the Lightning 10K because Kessler wanted runners and walkers to think of the phrase "run like lightning" while they were racing. To this day, it is still recognized as one of the fastest around! Kessler's wife, Margie, has played an instrumental role in continuing to help grow the event that Doug held so close to his heart. "It will be a great event for our city and will serve as a great reminder of Doug," she said.