Sports, Fitness & Races
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- Commanders Cup Sports
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Commanders Cup intramural sports are reserved for active duty Soldiers. Sports include basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball and volleyball.
Coming up:
Commanders Cup Golf: We will host a coaches meeting at 1pm June 20 at the Doughboy Stadium Tower 2. Bring a copy of your AAA-162. For more information, call +1(706) 984-1994.
Commanders Cup Flag Football: We will host a coaches meeting at 1pm Aug. 15 at the Doughboy Stadium Tower 2. Bring a copy of your AAA-162. For more information, call +1(706) 984-1994. - Doughboy Football
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The Fort Benning Doughboys have been playing at historic Doughboy Stadium since it opened in 1925. Throughout their history, the team has had a winning record, with more wins than losses against the likes of Oglethorpe University, the University of Alabama and others. Perhaps the greatest of all the Doughboy teams was the 1962 squad. Led by Pat Dye, future coach of Auburn University, the team was undefeated.
The success of the Doughboys waned when Fort Benning Soldiers were called to fight in Vietnam. In 1983, the decision was made to disband the team in favor of a strong intramural program.
MWR Sports resurrected the Doughboy Football program in 2011 and they now play club and collegiate teams from across the region. Each year, the season culminates with the Doughboy Bowl between the Doughboys and the Columbus State University Cougars. This exciting event is free and open to the public.
Soldiers interested in trying out for the Doughboy Football Team should call the Sports Director.
- All Army Sports
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Active duty Soldiers interested in participating in All Army Sports must submit applications to the sports coordinator. Visit the FMWR HQ Sport and Fitness website for a sports calendar, entry deadlines and application information. For information on All Army Sports, Armed Forces Championships and CISM Championships, contact the Sports Director.
- Open Sports and Events
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These offer military, family members, DoD civilians and local residents an opportunity to participate in individual and team competitions. Look for more information on our website calendar.
- Fitness Centers, Classes & Trainers
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We have five fitness centers that are conveniently located all across post. You will find a list, along with class schedules and information about our personal trainers on our Fitness Centers page.
- Reverse Sprint Triathlon
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Next up! The Reverse Sprint Triathlon returns June 3, 2017! This event includes a 5K run, a 20K bike and a 550M swim. Age divisions include 12 and younger, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and older. To compete as a team, you’ll need two to three participants, male or female. Participants will meet in the Benning Brew Pub parking lot off Sightseeing Road. The race starts at 8am. Registration is $45 per individual or $75 per team, and increases to $65 per individual and $95 per team on race day. Register today at Active.com or at Smith Fitness Center. The first 100 participants to register will receive a free commemorative triathlon T-shirt. For more information, email [email protected].
- Chesty Puller Half Marathon Trail Run
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The annual Fort Benning Chesty Puller Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail run routed deep into the woods near Kelley Hill. Male and female participants will be assigned separately to the appropriate age division. The top three in each division will be awarded a prize. There will also be a division for military teams of three and four members. Registration is $50 until the day of the race, when it will increase to $70.
The Marine 1-Mile and 2-Mile fun run for kids will follow at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $10 until race day, then increases to $15. Register at Smith Fitness Center or at Active.com.
- Okoberfest 10K Cross Country Challenge
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The popular Oktoberfest 10K Cross Country Challenge is the highlight of the annual Oktoberfest Celebration held at Fort Benning’s Uchee Creek. The 10K dirt and clay route winds deep into the woods around Uchee Creek. Watch your step and for wildlife, please! The cost of early registration is $25, $35 on-site.
- Army 10 Miler
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For more than 30 year, the Army Ten-Miler has promoted the Army and its fitness goals, while building esprit de corps and enhancing community relations. This October more than 30,000 runners will take to the streets of Washington, D.C. to participate in the Army’s premier running event. The race is produced by the Military District of Washington and all race proceeds benefit Soldier MWR programs.
We will host qualifier races on July 22 and August 11. Anyone is welcome to participate in this free event; however, only active duty, activated National Guard and activated Reservists assigned to Fort Benning are eligible for selection to the Fort Benning Army Ten-Miler Team.
Each event starts at Santiago Fitness Center on Sand Hill and registration is onsite the morning of the race. Selections are based on individual run times posted during the qualifier dates. Runners may participate in more than one qualifier. Anyone selected will be eligible for Commander’s Cup points and run as part of the Fort Benning Ten-Miler Team. Selections will be made for the Fort Benning Team based on individual run times posted during the qualifier dates listed above. Anyone selected will run as part of the Fort Benning Army Ten-Miler team during the Annual Army Ten-Miler held October 8, 2017 in Washington, D.C.
For more information, email [email protected]
We host a variety of events and activities for all MWR patrons – Soldiers, civilians, family members, contractors and DoD civilians. Others are reserved for active duty Soldiers only. Click each tab below for more information on our events and registration details.
