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Photos: Run for Rafa 5K at HHS

by | Jun 22, 2026 | Featured, Featured: Features

The Run for Rafa 5K was held at Hopkinton High School on Saturday. The event included a post-race celebration, community partner booths and a raffle. Organizers put the race together as a fundraiser for HHS student Raphaela Cristeli, who is recovering from life-threatening injuries she suffered after being hit by a car last year.

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Alissa Merrill (left), Liz Grumman and Jane Goodman take charge of the registration table. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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Runners gather at the start line. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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Raphaela Cristeli (third from the right) hangs out with (from left) Quinn Hruby, Carter Goodman, Shae Sananetti, Anna Lamar, Isla Clarke and Sophia Carolino during the event. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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Marisa Remley — Cristeli’s lacrosse coach — participates in the race as a staff member. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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The pack heads out as the race begins. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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A participant pushes a stroller down the race course. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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Runners race to the finish line in the HHS parking lot. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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