USO of Metropolitan New York is hosting its first ever Battle of the Branches! This virtual half-marathon and 5K run/walk will raise funds to benefit service members deployed in our region to support COVID-19 relief efforts and other programs. In the spirit of fun competition between the six service branches of our U.S. Armed Forces, we're asking you to support Team Army. Whether you're an active duty service member, veteran, family member, friend or supporter, you can walk, run, and raise funds for the glory Team Army! The branch with the most participants will win bragging rights for the next year.

If you'd like to join the team of a different branch of service, please visit our Battle of the Branches event page.

How does it work?

1. Click here to register as a runner or walker.

2. Help fundraise for your team by clicking on the orange "Start fundraising" button on this page. You can join an already established fundraising team on Team Army OR start your own fundraising team on Team Army .

3. Share your fundraising page directly with friends and family and encourage them to donate.

4. Start training towards your goal time.

5. Plan your patriotic race day outfit to show your team spirit.

6. On or around July 20th, we'll send your participation instructions and runner's bib. The instructions will outline how to record and submit your time. Participants registering July 20th or after should anticipate receiving their race packet 3 to 5 business days from submission.

7. Between July 24th and August 2nd, complete your race, record your time and submit to the BOTB events team.

8. Results will be posted on our website and social media on August 5th.