A true family event, the second annual "There Is Hope" Brain Tumor 5K drew over 1,700 participants, many of whom had a loved one affected by a brain tumor. Whole families came, with strollers and baby carriages, to run, to walk, to watch. Some wore shirts commemorating their loved ones, and many made donations and collected pledges for The Brain Tumor Society. Groups ran in memory of Matthew Moran who died at the age of 23, and in support of Maryland Delegate Todd Sher, who had a brain tumor as a child. An elementary school class ran in support of one of its students whose younger brother has a brain tumor. One large group, the Rypiens extended family, had their own t- shirts, "Drew's Crew." Mark and Annette Rypien, who lost their son Andrew less than a year ago, were on hand to lend their support to the event.

Former Redskins players Charles Mann and Brian Mitchell held the finish tape as Brian Daugherty (39), of Annapolis, successfully defended his title. Daugherty lowered his course record, set at the inaugural race, by ten seconds, finishing in 15:19. Lance Davidson (33) was 23 seconds behind in 15:42. David Silver (17) of Vienna, took third in 16:28.

In the women's race, Katlin Eddy (31) of California, MD, won in 19:28, also setting a new course record by eight seconds. Juliana Dudas (17) of McLean, VA was second in 19:40, and Kristina Sherry (16) of Annandale, was nine seconds back.

Paul Ryan (48) of Arlington was the first master's division finisher in 16:34, good for fourth overall. Anne Bowman (43) of McLean, VA, was the first woman in the master's division, finishing in 20:33, and earning fifth place.

About 60 kids took part in the fun run just after the start of the 5K, earning a shiny new medal for their efforts. The race was unique in permitting hundreds of walkers to stroll at their own pace along Ohio Drive. Walkers are prohibited on most downtown courses due to police restrictions.

After the race, participants mingled with the former Redskins players. Mark Rypien, Charles Mann, and Brian Mitchell autographed runners' bibs, t-shirts, and other memorabilia, and posed for photos. Everyone enjoyed the warming spring sun and the last of the cherry blossoms as they munched bagels, bananas, and Ben and Jerry's ice cream. During the awards ceremony, a check for $100,000 was presented to representatives of The Brain Tumor Society to support ongoing research.