Big River Invitational
- Date Sat 19th October 2024
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Fenton, Missouri
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Big River Invitational, taking place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in the picturesque Fenton, St. Louis! This highly anticipated cross-country event is set to showcase some of the region's top high school athletes across various race distances. The excitement kicks off with the Girls Varsity race at 4:00 PM, followed by the Boys Varsity at 4:20 PM, and continuing with the Girls and Boys JV races at 4:40 PM and 5:10 PM, respectively. Rounding out the day is a mixed-gender overflow race at 5:40 PM.
With a limit of 25 teams per gender, this competition promises to be fierce yet friendly, making it a must-see event for both participants and spectators alike. The course, known for being fast and flat, features a unique two-loop design that will challenge and inspire competitors as they strive for personal bests. Medals will be awarded to the top 15 finishers in each varsity and junior varsity race, adding to the thrill of the day. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to witness athletic excellence in a vibrant and supportive atmosphere!
With a limit of 25 teams per gender, this competition promises to be fierce yet friendly, making it a must-see event for both participants and spectators alike. The course, known for being fast and flat, features a unique two-loop design that will challenge and inspire competitors as they strive for personal bests. Medals will be awarded to the top 15 finishers in each varsity and junior varsity race, adding to the thrill of the day. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to witness athletic excellence in a vibrant and supportive atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
BIG RIVER INVITATIONAL
Friday October 21nd, 2022
Meet Director: Matt Helbig
Meet Host: Rockwood Summit & Big River Race Management
Starter: Steve Serniak
Where: Buder Park (Valley Park, MO)
When: Friday October 21, 2022
Final Race Times:
4:00 PM - Girls Varsity (10 runner max)
4:20 PM - Boys Varsity (10 runner max)
4:40 PM - Girls JV (15 runner max)
5:10 PM - Boys JV (15 runner max)
5:40 PM - Overflow Race (mixed gender)
Box and Wave Assignments: Available Race Week
Teams Confirmed:
Boys: Summit, DeSmet, SLUH, Francis Howell, North Point, Pattonville, Fort Zumwalt West, Valley Park, Parkway Central, Ladue Boys (JV only), Rockbridge, Jefferson (Festus), Seckman
Girls: Summit, Francis Howell, North Point, Cor Jesu, Nerinx, Pattonville, Kirkwood, FZW, Valley Park, PC, IWA, Rockbridge, Jefferson (Festus), Seckman
Entry Cap: 25 teams per gender. Teams are allowed unlimited entries, but there is a limit to the number of entrants in the Varsity (10) and JV (15) races. Any additional JV runners will run in the mixed gender overflow race.
Course: Single lined, two loop course with a 1/2 mile finishing loop. Fast. Flat as a pancake. Course will be painted Thursday morning for course inspection that afternoon. Course Map
Entries: Entries on Milesplit due by Tuesday October 17th by 11:59PM
Meet Fees: $250/team, $500 for both genders. Payment is due BEFORE registering. If you need a PO please email [email protected]. Please pay online via Milesplit or send check payments to:
Big River Race Management
456 Sovereign Ct. Suite B
St. Louis, MO 63011
Results: Live results is available on bigriverrunning.com
Awards: Medals to the top 15 in each V/JV race, no team awards. Surprise awards to the top 15 from each gender in the overflow race. Medals and awards will be available after your team's last race.
T-Shirts: Will be available for pre-purchase online only.
Tents: Will be allowed. Please be sure you are at least 100 ft. from the next team.
Restrooms: Portapotties and handwashing stations will be available.
Parking: Limited parking on site, buses will drop off/pick-up, but will not be allowed to stay in the park. Bus parking is available at nearby Rockwood South Middle School located at 1628 Hawkins Rd, Fenton, MO 63026.
Medical: We will not have an Athletic Trainer on site. Please plan accordingly.
Friday October 21nd, 2022
Meet Director: Matt Helbig
Meet Host: Rockwood Summit & Big River Race Management
Starter: Steve Serniak
Where: Buder Park (Valley Park, MO)
When: Friday October 21, 2022
Final Race Times:
4:00 PM - Girls Varsity (10 runner max)
4:20 PM - Boys Varsity (10 runner max)
4:40 PM - Girls JV (15 runner max)
5:10 PM - Boys JV (15 runner max)
5:40 PM - Overflow Race (mixed gender)
Box and Wave Assignments: Available Race Week
Teams Confirmed:
Boys: Summit, DeSmet, SLUH, Francis Howell, North Point, Pattonville, Fort Zumwalt West, Valley Park, Parkway Central, Ladue Boys (JV only), Rockbridge, Jefferson (Festus), Seckman
Girls: Summit, Francis Howell, North Point, Cor Jesu, Nerinx, Pattonville, Kirkwood, FZW, Valley Park, PC, IWA, Rockbridge, Jefferson (Festus), Seckman
Entry Cap: 25 teams per gender. Teams are allowed unlimited entries, but there is a limit to the number of entrants in the Varsity (10) and JV (15) races. Any additional JV runners will run in the mixed gender overflow race.
Course: Single lined, two loop course with a 1/2 mile finishing loop. Fast. Flat as a pancake. Course will be painted Thursday morning for course inspection that afternoon. Course Map
Entries: Entries on Milesplit due by Tuesday October 17th by 11:59PM
Meet Fees: $250/team, $500 for both genders. Payment is due BEFORE registering. If you need a PO please email [email protected]. Please pay online via Milesplit or send check payments to:
Big River Race Management
456 Sovereign Ct. Suite B
St. Louis, MO 63011
Results: Live results is available on bigriverrunning.com
Awards: Medals to the top 15 in each V/JV race, no team awards. Surprise awards to the top 15 from each gender in the overflow race. Medals and awards will be available after your team's last race.
T-Shirts: Will be available for pre-purchase online only.
Tents: Will be allowed. Please be sure you are at least 100 ft. from the next team.
Restrooms: Portapotties and handwashing stations will be available.
Parking: Limited parking on site, buses will drop off/pick-up, but will not be allowed to stay in the park. Bus parking is available at nearby Rockwood South Middle School located at 1628 Hawkins Rd, Fenton, MO 63026.
Medical: We will not have an Athletic Trainer on site. Please plan accordingly.
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