Fast Track Cross Country Open

  • Date Sun 9th November 2025
  • Time 10:00AM CST
  • Location Schaumburg, Illinois
  • Price $27.75
  • Races 2 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Fast Track Cross Country Open on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Schaumburg, Cook County. This exciting event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to experience the thrill of running on grass at the scenic 3-mile MacNider cross country course, located near Hoover Elementary School. Whether you're a seasoned runner or trying cross country for the first time, this is an opportunity to relive the glory days of the season while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere.

The race kicks off with the women's event at 10:00 a.m., followed by the men's race at 10:45 a.m., with a team competition available for both divisions. Gather your friends, form a team of at least four members, and make racing memories together! Don't forget to register early for your preferred T-shirt size, as they will be ordered in early October. With limited parking available, plan your arrival accordingly, and take advantage of the additional street parking options nearby. Join us for a fantastic day filled with camaraderie, competition, and a celebration of the sport!

Organiser's Description

Relive the glory days of the cross country season or experience running on grass for the first time on November 9, 2025 at this fun, cross country event! This event is open to all ages and abilities.

THE LOGISTICS:
The event takes place on the 3-mile MacNider cross country course, near Hoover Elementary School. Limited parking will be available at the school, located at 315 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194. Additional street parking is available on Amherst Drive or Colwyn Drive. _There is no parking allowed at the church across the street._

PACKET PICKUP:
Packet pickup will be held at Xtra Mile Running, 31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg 60194 on Saturday, November 8th, from noon-4pm. Raceday packet pickup will also be available starting at 8:30am.

EVENT TIMELINE: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2025

* 8:30 a.m.: Check-in and race day packet pick-up begins at the Registration tent
* 10am.: The women's race begins
* 10:45am - The men's race begins. (Please note the men's race start time may change slightly, depending on the conclusion of the preceding race)

RUN AS A TEAM!

There is an optional team competition for both levels, with men's and women's divisions for each race (no mixed team divisions available). *Teams must be finalized by Friday night, November 7.*

GUIDELINES FOR TEAMS:

* Gather your team! Each team must have at least four males/females to participate in the team competition (four runners will score, the fifth and sixth runners will still be counted against the other teams' scores).
* If your team has more than four runners, we will discuss putting together multiple teams with your team leaders beforehand.
* Decide on a team name (this will be needed when you register)
* When you register for the event, type in your team name.

Already too late when you noticed this option? Email Jonathan at [email protected] with the team members and chosen name and we will create your team for you.

Special thanks to our event sponsors Fast Track Racing Team & Xtra Mile Running and to Wild Fork for providing the yummy food! Have fun on race day! An extra thanks to Wes Iller from Wintrust Wealth Management for joining as a sponsor; we appreciate your support throughout the years!

_Spikes are recommended but not required. If you don't plan to wear spikes, we recommend picking up a trail shoe at Xtra Mile!

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*We are proud to announce that this 3-mile race has been named to the CARA Chicago Racing Circuit again for 2025.*

Note: T-shirts will be ordered in early October. If you want a specific size, be sure to sign up early. After we place the shirt order, sizes will be limited and only sizes left in the inventory will be available for selection.



Results: 2025 Results link will be posted closer to race day

Races

  • Women's Race

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & Cotton Longsleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 9th November 2025 (10:00AM CST)

    $27.75

    OPENS 01 JUL
  • Men's Race

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & Cotton Longsleeve T-Shirt

    Sun 9th November 2025 (10:45AM CST)

    $27.75

    OPENS 01 JUL

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315 N Springingsguth Rd, Schaumburg, 60194, IL, United States

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