Blessed Trinity Academy XC Invitational
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Glenshaw, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Blessed Trinity Academy XC Invitational on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Glenshaw, Allegheny! This exhilarating cross-country event will take place on the scenic soccer field of Blessed Trinity Academy, featuring a challenging course primarily on grass with a few hills that will test the mettle of all participants.
Runners will compete in various categories, including the Varsity and JV races covering 1.71 miles, as well as the Developmental races at 1.20 miles for younger athletes. The day kicks off at 7:30 AM with registration, followed by walkthroughs for participants before the races begin at 9:00 AM. Spectators can cheer on their favorite runners from the friendly start and finish area. Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams in each race, and individual medals will be presented to the top 15 finishers. With amenities like a fully stocked concession stand, ample parking, and restroom facilities, it promises to be a fantastic day filled with athletic achievement and community spirit! Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable event!
Runners will compete in various categories, including the Varsity and JV races covering 1.71 miles, as well as the Developmental races at 1.20 miles for younger athletes. The day kicks off at 7:30 AM with registration, followed by walkthroughs for participants before the races begin at 9:00 AM. Spectators can cheer on their favorite runners from the friendly start and finish area. Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams in each race, and individual medals will be presented to the top 15 finishers. With amenities like a fully stocked concession stand, ample parking, and restroom facilities, it promises to be a fantastic day filled with athletic achievement and community spirit! Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable event!
Organiser's Description
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The race will begin and end on the Soccer Field of Blessed Trinity Academy. The course is challenging with a few hills; course is completely on grass except for road crossings. Great spectator friendly start and finish.
VARSITY & JV = 1.71 MILES
DEVELOPMENTAL = 1.20 MILES
AWARDS:
Trophies awarded to the top 3 teams in each of the Developmental, JV and Varsity Races.
Medals will be awarded to the top 15 boys and girls individual finishers in all races.
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
7:30 - Registration Opens and teams can set up their tents
8:15 - Walkthrough for JV & Varsity
8:20 - Walkthrough for Developmental
9:00 - Developmental Boys (1.2 miles - 4th Grade & Under)
9:20 - Developmental Girls (1.2 miles - 4th Grade & Under)
9:45 - JV Boys (1.71 miles - Grades 5 & 6)
9:48 - JV Girls (1.71 miles - Grades 5 & 6)
10:15 - Varsity Boys (1.71 miles - Grades 7 & 8)
10:18 - Varsity Girls (1.71 miles - Grades 7 & 8)
There will be an Awards ceremony immediately following the last race. In the event of inclement weather, the awards ceremony will take place in the gym.
AMENITIES:
- Fully stocked concession stand with Water, Gatorade & Hot Food.
- Ample Parking and restroom facilities near the start/finish line.
- Plenty of room for tent setup near the start / finish line along the ridge of the soccer field.
- There will be a 50/50 raffle drawing at the beginning of the awards ceremony.
MEET RULES & REGS:
- Runners are permitted to participate in only 1 race for the day.
- Cross Country scoring in effect. Scoring based on top 5 on each team.
- Runners may run up a classification but not down.
- Runners are permitted to wear a watch.
- Each team should bring a few garbage bags to clean up their area upon exiting.
Course Records (new course first used in 2021):
Dev Boys Ian Hamilton Saint James (2022) 7:42
Dev Girls Brigid Baker Saint Kilians (2022) 8:23
JV Boys Liam Ginsburg Saint Louise (2024) 10:47
JV Girls Jessica Henson Ave Maria (2023) 12:01
Varsity Boys Jack Steineman Saint Kilians (2023) 10:23
Varsity Girls - Jessica Henson Ave Maria (2024) 11:11
The race will begin and end on the Soccer Field of Blessed Trinity Academy. The course is challenging with a few hills; course is completely on grass except for road crossings. Great spectator friendly start and finish.
VARSITY & JV = 1.71 MILES
DEVELOPMENTAL = 1.20 MILES
AWARDS:
Trophies awarded to the top 3 teams in each of the Developmental, JV and Varsity Races.
Medals will be awarded to the top 15 boys and girls individual finishers in all races.
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
7:30 - Registration Opens and teams can set up their tents
8:15 - Walkthrough for JV & Varsity
8:20 - Walkthrough for Developmental
9:00 - Developmental Boys (1.2 miles - 4th Grade & Under)
9:20 - Developmental Girls (1.2 miles - 4th Grade & Under)
9:45 - JV Boys (1.71 miles - Grades 5 & 6)
9:48 - JV Girls (1.71 miles - Grades 5 & 6)
10:15 - Varsity Boys (1.71 miles - Grades 7 & 8)
10:18 - Varsity Girls (1.71 miles - Grades 7 & 8)
There will be an Awards ceremony immediately following the last race. In the event of inclement weather, the awards ceremony will take place in the gym.
AMENITIES:
- Fully stocked concession stand with Water, Gatorade & Hot Food.
- Ample Parking and restroom facilities near the start/finish line.
- Plenty of room for tent setup near the start / finish line along the ridge of the soccer field.
- There will be a 50/50 raffle drawing at the beginning of the awards ceremony.
MEET RULES & REGS:
- Runners are permitted to participate in only 1 race for the day.
- Cross Country scoring in effect. Scoring based on top 5 on each team.
- Runners may run up a classification but not down.
- Runners are permitted to wear a watch.
- Each team should bring a few garbage bags to clean up their area upon exiting.
Course Records (new course first used in 2021):
Dev Boys Ian Hamilton Saint James (2022) 7:42
Dev Girls Brigid Baker Saint Kilians (2022) 8:23
JV Boys Liam Ginsburg Saint Louise (2024) 10:47
JV Girls Jessica Henson Ave Maria (2023) 12:01
Varsity Boys Jack Steineman Saint Kilians (2023) 10:23
Varsity Girls - Jessica Henson Ave Maria (2024) 11:11
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