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.

The Pit Run, one of Central New York's premiere racing events, is set for Sunday, October 5th in Oneonta.  This event celebrates the life of fallen State Trooper Ricky "Pit" Parisian with all proceeds going to the Ricky J. Parisian Scholarship Foundation, which benefits  improving education for local children...