Cedar Pointe Challenge - Spring Cross Country 5k (Individual/Team Competition) & 1 Mile Run
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 8:15AM CDT
- Location Wichita, Kansas
- Price $11.60 - $35.98
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cedar Pointe Challenge - Spring Cross Country 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, May 10, 2025! Taking place at the scenic Clapp Cross Country Course in Wichita, Sedgwick, this exhilarating event promises a unique racing experience over grass, rolling hills, and open fields. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this spring race is perfect for testing your fitness and shaking off the winter rust.
Participants can choose between a classic 5K distance or join in the family-friendly 1 Mile Fun Run. The 5K race features individual awards for the top three finishers in each age group, alongside overall male and female winners, while the team challenge adds an exciting competitive edge—form a squad with friends or co-workers and race for the fastest average time! Enjoy the camaraderie of the local running community, breathe in the fresh air, and embrace the thrill of off-road racing. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship!
Participants can choose between a classic 5K distance or join in the family-friendly 1 Mile Fun Run. The 5K race features individual awards for the top three finishers in each age group, alongside overall male and female winners, while the team challenge adds an exciting competitive edge—form a squad with friends or co-workers and race for the fastest average time! Enjoy the camaraderie of the local running community, breathe in the fresh air, and embrace the thrill of off-road racing. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship!
Organiser's Description
SPRING CROSS COUNTRY 5K & 1-MILE FUN RUN - Clapp Cross Country Course | Wichita, KS
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind spring racing experience on the official home course of the Wichita State Shockers Cross Country team! Unlike a typical road race, this true cross country event takes you over grass, rolling hills, and open fields, challenging both your endurance and racing strategy.
TEST YOUR FITNESS, COMPETE WITH FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS!
Spring is the perfect time to gauge your fitness, shake off the winter rust, and compete against fellow runners, clubs, and corporate teams in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a weekend warrior, this race offers an exciting challenge for all levels.
AWARDS & TEAM COMPETITIONS -5K
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS: Top 3 finishers in each Men's and Women's age group, plus the top overall male and female winners.
TEAM CHALLENGE: Form a squad of friends (open) or co-workers (affiliated) and race for the fastest team average time! (unlimited entrants for your team, but the average time of the top 3 finishers for an Unaffiliated/Open division team and the top 5 finishers for an Affiliated division team counts.)
_1. UNAFFILIATED/OPEN DIVISION (MEN| WOMEN)_: Create your own team of 3 or more people. You do NOT have to work together or be affiliated in any way with a common employer. Running clubs, triathlon clubs and any group comprised of 3 or more people are invited to participate in this division.
_2. AFFILIATED DIVISION (MEN| WOMEN)_: Create your own team of 5 or more people. Represent and compete with people who work for the same employer (school, company, fire department, police department, etc) and battle for bragging rights!
*There are currently no divisions for co-ed teams (but we will consider adding them in future races).
AWARDS - 1 MILE
Awards will go out to the top 3 male and female finishers overall.
All finishers of the 1 Mile Run will receive a medal.
BREATHE IN FRESH AIR & EMBRACE THE CHALLENGE
Feel the energy of running on a collegiate championship course and experience the thrill of off-road racing on Wichitas best cross country venue. Whether youre running for speed, fitness, or just the love of the sport, this race is your chance to push yourself and enjoy a day of camaraderie with the local running community.
5K Cross Country Race A classic distance on a challenging and fun natural course.
1-Mile Fun Run A perfect way to get the whole family involved in the action!
COURSE VIDEO PREVIEW -
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG4B3o-nqkc
COURSE MAP:
HTTPS://S3.US-EAST-2.AMAZONAWS.COM/SIDEARM.NEXTGEN.SITES/WICHITA.SIDEARMSPORTS.COM/DOCUMENTS/2024/9/3/24_XC_COURSE_MAP.PDF [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sidearm.nextgen.sites/wichita.sidearmsports.com/documents/2024/9/3/24_XC_Course_Map.pdf]
EARLY PACKET PICKUP (LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION) Thursday, May 8th, 2025
TIME: 5:30-7;30 PM | LOCATION: Cedar Pointe Church - 9221 E 31st Street South, Wichita, KS 67210_ (Close to McConnell AFB)_
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP (NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION) - Race Site - 6:30-7:30 AM
5K AGE GROUPS (MALE | FEMALE)
14 and under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-59
60-64
65+
Mark your calendar for May 10, 2025... gather your teammates, and get ready to race!
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind spring racing experience on the official home course of the Wichita State Shockers Cross Country team! Unlike a typical road race, this true cross country event takes you over grass, rolling hills, and open fields, challenging both your endurance and racing strategy.
TEST YOUR FITNESS, COMPETE WITH FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS!
Spring is the perfect time to gauge your fitness, shake off the winter rust, and compete against fellow runners, clubs, and corporate teams in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a weekend warrior, this race offers an exciting challenge for all levels.
AWARDS & TEAM COMPETITIONS -5K
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS: Top 3 finishers in each Men's and Women's age group, plus the top overall male and female winners.
TEAM CHALLENGE: Form a squad of friends (open) or co-workers (affiliated) and race for the fastest team average time! (unlimited entrants for your team, but the average time of the top 3 finishers for an Unaffiliated/Open division team and the top 5 finishers for an Affiliated division team counts.)
_1. UNAFFILIATED/OPEN DIVISION (MEN| WOMEN)_: Create your own team of 3 or more people. You do NOT have to work together or be affiliated in any way with a common employer. Running clubs, triathlon clubs and any group comprised of 3 or more people are invited to participate in this division.
_2. AFFILIATED DIVISION (MEN| WOMEN)_: Create your own team of 5 or more people. Represent and compete with people who work for the same employer (school, company, fire department, police department, etc) and battle for bragging rights!
*There are currently no divisions for co-ed teams (but we will consider adding them in future races).
AWARDS - 1 MILE
Awards will go out to the top 3 male and female finishers overall.
All finishers of the 1 Mile Run will receive a medal.
BREATHE IN FRESH AIR & EMBRACE THE CHALLENGE
Feel the energy of running on a collegiate championship course and experience the thrill of off-road racing on Wichitas best cross country venue. Whether youre running for speed, fitness, or just the love of the sport, this race is your chance to push yourself and enjoy a day of camaraderie with the local running community.
5K Cross Country Race A classic distance on a challenging and fun natural course.
1-Mile Fun Run A perfect way to get the whole family involved in the action!
COURSE VIDEO PREVIEW -
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG4B3o-nqkc
COURSE MAP:
HTTPS://S3.US-EAST-2.AMAZONAWS.COM/SIDEARM.NEXTGEN.SITES/WICHITA.SIDEARMSPORTS.COM/DOCUMENTS/2024/9/3/24_XC_COURSE_MAP.PDF [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sidearm.nextgen.sites/wichita.sidearmsports.com/documents/2024/9/3/24_XC_Course_Map.pdf]
EARLY PACKET PICKUP (LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION) Thursday, May 8th, 2025
TIME: 5:30-7;30 PM | LOCATION: Cedar Pointe Church - 9221 E 31st Street South, Wichita, KS 67210_ (Close to McConnell AFB)_
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP (NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION) - Race Site - 6:30-7:30 AM
5K AGE GROUPS (MALE | FEMALE)
14 and under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-59
60-64
65+
Mark your calendar for May 10, 2025... gather your teammates, and get ready to race!
Cedar Pointe Challenge - Spring Cross Country 5k (Individual/Team Competition) & 1 Mile Run
