Ad Astra Running IRISH MILE Presented by Saucony
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Past event
1:30 PM CDT
Lawrence, Kansas
$48.70 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the Ad Astra Running Irish Mile, an exhilarating racing event set to take place on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in the vibrant city of Lawrence, Douglas. This unique one-mile race will unfold on historic Massachusetts Street, right in front of thousands of enthusiastic St. Patrick's Day parade-goers, creating an electrifying atmosphere that every runner will cherish.
With a prize purse exceeding $4,000, including over $2,500 in cash prizes, the Irish Mile welcomes runners of all abilities, ensuring everyone has a chance to participate and enjoy the festivities. The course is USATF-certified and promises a competitive field, attracting top runners from across the Midwest. Grab your custom shirt and join in the fun, as you race for glory and exciting prizes, including cash bonuses for new course records and recognition for age group winners. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event that combines fast-paced competition with a spirited celebration of St. Patrick's Day!
With a prize purse exceeding $4,000, including over $2,500 in cash prizes, the Irish Mile welcomes runners of all abilities, ensuring everyone has a chance to participate and enjoy the festivities. The course is USATF-certified and promises a competitive field, attracting top runners from across the Midwest. Grab your custom shirt and join in the fun, as you race for glory and exciting prizes, including cash bonuses for new course records and recognition for age group winners. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event that combines fast-paced competition with a spirited celebration of St. Patrick's Day!
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Ad Astra Running IRISH MILE Presented by Saucony
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed1:30 PM CDT
$48.70
Organiser's description
THE IRISH MILE IS THE MOST EXCITING RACE YOULL RUN IN 2024: one mile on historic Massachusetts Street, in front of thousands of St. Patricks Day parade-goers, for a prize purse of MORE THAN $4,000, including OVER $2500 CASH!
WITH 15 MINUTES TO FINISH, RUNNERS OF ALL ABILITIES CAN PARTICIPATE and are guaranteed a custom shirt and a great time.
TOP RUNNERS from across the Midwest come for the Irish Mile's COMPETITIVE FIELD, fast USATF-CERTIFIED COURSE, CHEERING CROWDS, and BIG PRIZE PURSE:
* TOP 10 OVERALL:
* 1st Place - $500 CASH
* 2nd Place - $300 CASH
* 3rd Place - $200 CASH
* 4th Place - $150 CASH
* 5th Place - $125 CASH
* 6th Place - $100 GIFT CERT.
* 7th Place - $75 GIFT CERT.
* 8th Place - $50 GIFT CERT.
* 9th Place - $35 GIFT CERT.
* 10th Place - $25 GIFT CERT.
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* NEW COURSE RECORD - $250 CASH BONUS
* Current Record Holders: Brett Meyer - 4:10.2 (2022) / Rebeka Stowe - 5:01.2 (2018)
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* NEW COURSE RECORD SUB-4:00 (M) / SUB-4:36 (W) - ADDITIONAL $250 CASH BONUS
* TOP 5 AGE-GRADED MASTERS:
* 1st Place - $100 GIFT CERT.
* 2nd Place - $75 GIFT CERT.
* 3rd Place - $50 GIFT CERT.
* 4th Place - $35 GIFT CERT.
* 5th Place - $25 GIFT CERT.
* AGE GROUP WINNERS (19-25, 26-32, 33-39, 40-46, 47-53, 54-60, 61-67, 68-74, 75+):
* 1st Place - $20 GIFT CERT.
* Special awards for Elementary, Junior High, and High School divisions
* FIRST TO THE TURNAROUND - Free Pair of SAUCONY KINVARA
PACKET PICK UP
Ad Astra Running (835 Mass. St., Lawrence, KS)
Saturday, March 16th, 12:00PM-5:00PM
Sunday, March 17th, 11:00AM-11:30AM
* REGISTRATION FEE:
* Nov. 1st - Dec. 31st, 2023: $25
* Jan. 1st - Feb. 29th, 2024: $35
* MARCH 1ST - MARCH 16TH: $45
* ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED BUT YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP IN PERSON AT SATURDAY'S PACKET PICK-UP
WITH 15 MINUTES TO FINISH, RUNNERS OF ALL ABILITIES CAN PARTICIPATE and are guaranteed a custom shirt and a great time.
TOP RUNNERS from across the Midwest come for the Irish Mile's COMPETITIVE FIELD, fast USATF-CERTIFIED COURSE, CHEERING CROWDS, and BIG PRIZE PURSE:
* TOP 10 OVERALL:
* 1st Place - $500 CASH
* 2nd Place - $300 CASH
* 3rd Place - $200 CASH
* 4th Place - $150 CASH
* 5th Place - $125 CASH
* 6th Place - $100 GIFT CERT.
* 7th Place - $75 GIFT CERT.
* 8th Place - $50 GIFT CERT.
* 9th Place - $35 GIFT CERT.
* 10th Place - $25 GIFT CERT.
*
* NEW COURSE RECORD - $250 CASH BONUS
* Current Record Holders: Brett Meyer - 4:10.2 (2022) / Rebeka Stowe - 5:01.2 (2018)
*
* NEW COURSE RECORD SUB-4:00 (M) / SUB-4:36 (W) - ADDITIONAL $250 CASH BONUS
* TOP 5 AGE-GRADED MASTERS:
* 1st Place - $100 GIFT CERT.
* 2nd Place - $75 GIFT CERT.
* 3rd Place - $50 GIFT CERT.
* 4th Place - $35 GIFT CERT.
* 5th Place - $25 GIFT CERT.
* AGE GROUP WINNERS (19-25, 26-32, 33-39, 40-46, 47-53, 54-60, 61-67, 68-74, 75+):
* 1st Place - $20 GIFT CERT.
* Special awards for Elementary, Junior High, and High School divisions
* FIRST TO THE TURNAROUND - Free Pair of SAUCONY KINVARA
PACKET PICK UP
Ad Astra Running (835 Mass. St., Lawrence, KS)
Saturday, March 16th, 12:00PM-5:00PM
Sunday, March 17th, 11:00AM-11:30AM
* REGISTRATION FEE:
* Nov. 1st - Dec. 31st, 2023: $25
* Jan. 1st - Feb. 29th, 2024: $35
* MARCH 1ST - MARCH 16TH: $45
* ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED BUT YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP IN PERSON AT SATURDAY'S PACKET PICK-UP
Location
Ad Astra Running, 835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, 66044, KS, United States
Ad Astra Running IRISH MILE Presented by Saucony
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