Sobieraski completes first 55-mile run in some extreme weather

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 18 July 2026 at 9:36 pm

Carlton resident has 7 more days and 345 more miles to go in benefit for Community Action

Photos by Tom Rivers

ALBION – Brett Sobieraski carries the American flag for the last two laps around the Albion High School track today. He completed 220 laps and 55 miles in a benefit for Community Action of Orleans & Genesee.

He shown just after 6 p.m., following 11 hours on the track, including in four downpours.

Sobieraski, a Carlton resident and retired Rochester Police Department sergeant, will be attempting to run 55 miles for seven straight days at local high school tracks, before doing a final 15-mile run next Saturday at Albion.

He will be in Lyndonville on Sunday beginning at 7 a.m. He welcomes the public to join him on the track, even if it’s just for a lap. People can come out anytime time during the run.

He is trying to raise $20,00 for Community Action, which is facing budget cuts. Click here for more information on making an online donation for the 400-mile run for Community Action of Orleans and Genesee.

Brett Sobieraski takes a breather after finishing today’s run. His girlfriend Laura Rinaldi corrals the flag.