Corryton Possum Chase 8-Miler, 4-Miler, and 2-Miler Races
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Corryton, Tennessee
- Price $33.05
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere with race day activities kicking off at 7:00 AM at the Corryton Community Center. Each distance has its own start time, with the 8-Miler launching at 8:30 AM, followed by the 4-Miler at 8:40 AM, and the 2-Miler at 8:50 AM. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, and every participant will receive a medal for their efforts. This event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports the Corryton Community Club and the Corryton Hospitality Food Pantry. Whether youβre a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun outing, join us for a fantastic day
Organiser's Description
Corryton Community Club and the Corryton Hospitality Food Pantry
The Corryton Community Club is committed to preserving Corrytons rural charm and historical heritage while helping build a strong community through events, volunteerism, and education.
The Corryton Hospitality Pantry provides free food on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 10am to 2pm at Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church.
PLACE:
Corryton Community Center, 9331 Davis Drive, Corryton, TN 37721
DESCRIPTION:
Out and back course on Corryton-Luttrell Road (USATF certification 8 Mile TN15044MS, 4 Mile TN24019MS, 2 Mile TN16052MS). Click 8 miler [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TN15044MS] to view the USATF certification for the 8 miler Click 4 miler [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=5855] to view the USATF certification for the 4 miler Click 2 miler [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TN16052MS] to view the USATF certification for the 2 miler. ALL COURSES ARE SANCTIONED BY USATF.
RACE DAY ACTIVITIES:
2026 Schedule (October 24):
7:00-8:15 AM Eastern Time - 8 MILE RACE day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
7:00-8:25 AM Eastern Time - 4 MILE RACE day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
7:00-8:35 AM Eastern Time - 2 MILE RACE day registration & packet pickup (no early packet pickup date)
8:30 AM - 8 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM (2 hours)
8:40 AM - 4 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM
8:50 AM - 2 mile start, course closes at 10:30 AM
9:45 AM - 2 mile awards
10:10 AM - 4 mile awards
10:40 AM - 8 mile awards
AWARDS (FOR THE TRADITIONAL EVENT):
8-Miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Awards Three Deep to M/F finishers in Age Group 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+ (overall winners not eligible for age group awards). Participation medal for all 8 mile finishers. Fastest 8-Miler team award plaque (requires 4 members).
4-miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Awards Three Deep to M/F finishers in Age Group 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+ (overall winners not eligible for age group awards). Participation medal for all 4 mile finishers. Fastest 4-Miler team award plaque (requires 4 members).
2-Miler Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher. Awards Three Deep to M/F finishers in Age Group 1-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+ (overall winners not eligible for age group awards). Participation medal for all finishers. Fastest 2-Miler team award plaque (requires 4 members).
Team with most participants award plaque (8-Miler 4-Miler and 2-Miler combined). Walkers are welcome on the 2 mile or 4 mile course! The 8 mile course is not walker-friendly due to one good size hill, roads being open to traffic, and not having a road shoulder or sidewalk. All courses close at 10:30 am in 2026. If you want to walk, we would love for you to walk in the 2 or 4 mile course!
REGISTRATION AND FEES:
8 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children under age of 19 | after October 12 $35 Adults/$25 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$30 Children
4 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children under age of 19 | after October 12 $35 Adults/$30 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children
2 Mile: by October 11 $30 Adults/$25 Children under age of 19 | after October 12 $35 Adults/$30 Children | Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE:
Chip Timed Bib (traditional race)
Event T-shirt* - 50/50 blend short sleeve. No T-shirt Option Deduct $4.00. Adult XXL Add $2.00, Adult XXXL Add $3.00.
*Everyone registered by October 1st will be guaranteed a race shirt. Everyone registering after this date will be provided a shirt based on remaining supplies and sizes. We do not plan to reorder shirts in 2026. CERTAIN SIZES MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE TO PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER AFTER OCTOBER 1ST.
Shirts must be picked up in person Saturday morning before 10:30am. No shirts or awards will be mailed.
PACKET PICKUP:
T-shirt and bib will be available on race morning (October 24) on-site from 7:00 AM until 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of each event: (8:15 AM for 8 miler, 8:25 AM for 4 miler, and 8:35 AM for 2 miler).
RACE ETIQUETTE:
Roads along the running route will still be open to traffic with major intersections being monitored by law enforcement. For safety, roller blades, bicycles, and dogs are not allowed on the course; headphones are discouraged. Strollers (2 mile only) start behind runners and walkers; RRCA strongly discourages strollers in events that exceed 5K.
RESULTS:
Complete results will be available on the Total Race Solutions website (TRS Results [https://totalracesolutions.com/results/event-results/]) and the RunSignup website (RSU Results) [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/14559#resultSetId-552474;perpage:10]
TN RACE SERIES:
This event is part of The Run and See Tennessee Race Series.
INFORMATION:
John Grigsby john@corrytoncc.com
FACEBOOK:
Like us on Facebook and invite your friends at https://www.facebook.com/Corryton8Miler
Races
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8-Miler 2026
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt Included (While Inventory Last After Oct. 1st.)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$33.05
OPENS 25 APRUSATF # TN15044MS 8 Mile -
4-Miler 2026
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt Included (While Inventory Last After Oct. 1st.)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:40AM EDT)
$33.05
OPENS 25 APRUSATF # TN24019MS -
2-Miler 2026
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt Included (While Inventory Last After Oct. 1st.)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:50AM EDT)
$33.05
OPENS 25 APRUSATF # TN16052MS 2 Mile -
Athlete Rider-4 Mile
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt Included (While Inventory Last After Oct. 1st.)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$33.05
OPENS 25 APR
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