Race Info



* All races will start and end at the Leggett & Platt parking lot and be held almost entirely on Leggett Rd and on the Ruby Jack trail.
For course and elevation maps please see:
2M: https://www.strava.com/routes/3271892636002304166
10M (2 x 5M out-and-back): https://www.strava.com/routes/3271894162988502182



* Prizes are pumpkins, big and small, decorated by the kids at the Joplin Early Learning Center!
Largest prize-pumpkins for the top male and female clock-times in both races. Participation pumpkins to first 100 finishers.



* Participants will receive a certified time for any certified distance they complete (2M, 5M/8K and 10M) and will qualify for listing on MO staterunningrecords.com and on MaraRunning.org;
1M run is 1/2 mile out-and-back: no chip time, participation awards only;
2M run is 1 mile out-and-back: chip timed and qualify for all awards;
8K is one loop on 5M course; 10M is two loops on 5M course: both are chip-timed and qualify for all awards;
5M chip time will count as 8K certified time and will be listed as 8K if qualifying as an age record;
Cut-off time for 10M runners is 1:15h at halfway 5M point (15mins/mile pace).



* Other Awards:
Age group winners (up to 3 deep depending on age group participation)
Age groups in the 2M are: -12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
Age groups in the 8K and 10M are: -19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
Awards to top-3 age-graded winners in 2M, 8K and 10M
Awards for each MO age/gender record set.
2M award ceremony immediately following 2M race and prior to 3:30pm races



* Quality tech long-sleeve running shirt is optional



* Race direction by Joplin RoadRunners with corporate support from Blue Buffalo.



* Course is flat, fast and beautifully shaded this time of the year, perfect for walkers and runners alike.



* Drawing among all participants and volunteers for ten $25 gift certificates by The RunAround running store.



* Finish line entertainment by Resonation;



* Vendors will sell refreshments; all participants receive $5 coupon towards any vendors purchase



* Finish line photos by JV Photography are available for free download after the race.



* Check our Facebook event page for latest updates: facebook.com/JoplinRoadRunners



* Virtual runs: need to be submitted through RunSignup or via email at [email protected]
T-shirt is complementary with all virtual registrations.
AGP% score, participation medal as well as T-shirt which will be mailed to all virtual participants



* Dogs and strollers ARE allowed (dogs on non-retractable leash please).