Ricky J Parisian

The Pit Run, which began following the tragic death of Oneonta, NY hometown hero Ricky J. Parisian, will be retiring according to a letter sent out from the Ricky J. Parisian Memorial Scholarship Foundation Board President David Brower to former sponsors, vendors, and personnel of the foundation and event.

The is a great community event for Oneonta and beyond.

The is a great community event for Oneonta and beyond.

The is a great community event for Oneonta and beyond.

The is a great community event for Oneonta and beyond.

Each year on the first Sunday of October, one of Oneonta's biggest races takes place: The Pit Run.

Pit Run time is almost here! This family oriented event is coming up on October 7, in Neahwa Park in Oneonta, NY. In my opinion, this is one of Oneonta's finest events for many reasons.

Join the fun at the twenty-first annual Ricky J. Parisian Pit Run in Oneonta, New York.  This year’s race day is October 5, 2014 with a sanctioned 10K race, a 5K race, a 2 mile stroll, and a fun run.

Mark your calender for the twenty-first annual Ricky J. Parisian Pit Run in Oneonta, New York. This year's race day is October 5, 2014 with a sanctioned 10K race, a 5K race, a 2 mile stroll, and a fun run.

This weekend is the 20th Anniversary Pitrun in Oneonta, New York.  The community pride and support behind this event is evident at the Pit Pasta Dinner and of course on race day.  All monies raised stay local to support youth programs and scholarships.