Grove City College XC Alumni 5k & 3k Fun Run
- Date Fri 11th October 2024
- Time 7:25PM EST
- Location Grove City, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Grove City College XC Alumni 5k & 3k Fun Run on Friday, October 11, 2024, in beautiful Grove City, Mercer, as part of our vibrant Homecoming Weekend celebration! This annual event invites all former cross country team members to lace up their running shoes and join in the fun, whether you’re racing or simply coming to reconnect with old friends.
The day promises not only competitive spirit but also a wonderful social atmosphere, complete with music to set the mood and a lively chili cookout following the men's race. Participants will receive T-shirts upon registration, which kicks off at 6:00 PM in the tent behind the press box. Whether you’re running the 5k or the shorter 3k Fun Run, this event is all about enjoying food, fellowship, and fun! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening filled with camaraderie, delicious homemade dishes, and the thrill of the race. Come join the excitement and make lasting memories!
The day promises not only competitive spirit but also a wonderful social atmosphere, complete with music to set the mood and a lively chili cookout following the men's race. Participants will receive T-shirts upon registration, which kicks off at 6:00 PM in the tent behind the press box. Whether you’re running the 5k or the shorter 3k Fun Run, this event is all about enjoying food, fellowship, and fun! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening filled with camaraderie, delicious homemade dishes, and the thrill of the race. Come join the excitement and make lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
On Friday, October 11, 2024, Homecoming Weekend, we will have our annual Cross Country Alumni 5k Run & 3k Fun Run. Anyone who was part of the cross country program for at least one season during their time at Grove City College is invited to participate.
Over the years the event has continued to grow. It is just as much a social gathering as it is an athletic competition. We have many alumni come for the food & fellowship and not participate in the race. The running time of each race will be displayed on the scoreboard and music will be played over the loudspeakers during the warm-up & races. After the mens race, we will have a chili cookout in the tent behind the press box. Feel free to bring homemade chili, or a salad, side dish, dessert, etc. We will provide the beverages and plasticware. Come for the food and fellowship; the running is just one part of the night.
Parking will be available in the lot next to the Fieldhouse. We will provide T-shirts to wear as your uniform top, which you will get when you register. Registration will begin at 6:00 pm in the big tent behind the press box, which is the same tent we will have the cookout in. If you made food, you can bring it with you and set it up when you check in. We will have power strips, portable heaters, and flood lights in the tent, along with tables and chairs for everyone. You will have access to the restrooms beneath the press box. If anyone needs a locker room, they can use the lockers and showers in the general locker rooms in the Physical Learning Center. Ice bags will be provided after the races if needed.
RSVP for the potluck by calling or emailing Coach Cooper. Anyone wishing to make a donation to help defray the costs of the event may do so by mail (make checks payable to Grove City College with Cross Country in the memo line; mail to Development Office, 100 Campus Drive, Grove City, PA 16127) or on Friday at the race.
Fully automatic timing provided by: Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/]
Over the years the event has continued to grow. It is just as much a social gathering as it is an athletic competition. We have many alumni come for the food & fellowship and not participate in the race. The running time of each race will be displayed on the scoreboard and music will be played over the loudspeakers during the warm-up & races. After the mens race, we will have a chili cookout in the tent behind the press box. Feel free to bring homemade chili, or a salad, side dish, dessert, etc. We will provide the beverages and plasticware. Come for the food and fellowship; the running is just one part of the night.
Parking will be available in the lot next to the Fieldhouse. We will provide T-shirts to wear as your uniform top, which you will get when you register. Registration will begin at 6:00 pm in the big tent behind the press box, which is the same tent we will have the cookout in. If you made food, you can bring it with you and set it up when you check in. We will have power strips, portable heaters, and flood lights in the tent, along with tables and chairs for everyone. You will have access to the restrooms beneath the press box. If anyone needs a locker room, they can use the lockers and showers in the general locker rooms in the Physical Learning Center. Ice bags will be provided after the races if needed.
RSVP for the potluck by calling or emailing Coach Cooper. Anyone wishing to make a donation to help defray the costs of the event may do so by mail (make checks payable to Grove City College with Cross Country in the memo line; mail to Development Office, 100 Campus Drive, Grove City, PA 16127) or on Friday at the race.
Fully automatic timing provided by: Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/]
Races
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5k Run
T-Shirt
Fri 11th October 2024 (7:25PM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
3k Fun Run
T-Shirt
Fri 11th October 2024 (6:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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