Robert Shumake

About Robert Shumake

Robert Shumake

Dr. Robert Shumake is a former Detroit all-city track star and founder of the Showdown in Motown.  Robert ran track in high school and college, which kept him off the streets and out of trouble.  In a recent interview, Robert said, “Track and field helped me focus on being the best; now I am giving back to the community by helping other teens compete for scholarships.  There are many young people with athletic talent and academic skills who desire a college education but are unable to afford it.  I want to see these young people reach their full potential and be successful.”

Previous Robert Shumake Relays have received media coverage from NBC, CBS and ABC.  Being the largest independently sponsored HS track meet in Michigan, they have received strong political and community support from political leaders in Detroit and Pontiac.  Shumake has long been committed to helping the youth obtain