McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Pagosa Springs, Colorado
- Price Free
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of cross country racing at the McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge! On Saturday, September 27th, 2025, Pagosa Springs, Archuleta will come alive as athletes from middle and high schools gather for this thrilling event. Set against the stunning backdrop of Reservoir Hill in downtown Pagosa Springs, participants will tackle a challenging course that features a mix of hilly forest roads and winding single track trails.
The middle school races will kick off the day at 9:00 am with the girls' race, followed by the boys at 9:30 am. High school athletes will take the stage next, with the girls' race starting at 10:00 am and the boys at 10:45 am. The high school course spans 5 kilometers while the middle school distance is 3 kilometers, providing an excellent opportunity for runners of all levels to showcase their talent. With unlimited entries allowed for each race, it's a perfect chance to support your school and compete for top honors. Ribbons will be awarded to the top 10 finishers in each category, and team awards will recognize the best high school squads. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of athleticism and community spirit!
The middle school races will kick off the day at 9:00 am with the girls' race, followed by the boys at 9:30 am. High school athletes will take the stage next, with the girls' race starting at 10:00 am and the boys at 10:45 am. The high school course spans 5 kilometers while the middle school distance is 3 kilometers, providing an excellent opportunity for runners of all levels to showcase their talent. With unlimited entries allowed for each race, it's a perfect chance to support your school and compete for top honors. Ribbons will be awarded to the top 10 finishers in each category, and team awards will recognize the best high school squads. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of athleticism and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Pagosa Springs High School would like to invite you to participate in our MS and HS XC
meet on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. This year, we will be hosting the meet
at our traditional location on Reservoir Hill in downtown Pagosa Springs. The course is
on a mix of hilly forest roads and single track trails. The high school course is 5
kilometers and the middle school course is 3 kilometers. All races will allow for unlimited
runners.
The meet schedule is as follows:
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS: 9:00 am
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS: 9:30 am
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS: 10:00 am
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS: 10:45 am
AWARDS:
Ribbons will be handed out to the top 10 runners in each race. Team awards will
be given to the first and second place high school teams. (top 5 scoring and top 7 displacing
for scoring purposes.)
ENTRY FEE:
$150 per school or $15/athlete for smaller schools. Please make payment to
Pagosa Springs High School: Attention Cross Country.
TIMING:
Professional timing will be provided through Rocky Mountain Timing.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING: From Main Street, turn onto Hot Springs Blvd in downtown
Pagosa Springs. Drive approximately a quarter mile (past the hot springs) and turn left on
the steep dirt road next to the post office. Buses: drive up the dirt road, past the gate, and
to the top of Reservoir Hill. Spectators: Park just above the gate in the first open field.
There will be volunteers to assist in the parking process.
meet on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. This year, we will be hosting the meet
at our traditional location on Reservoir Hill in downtown Pagosa Springs. The course is
on a mix of hilly forest roads and single track trails. The high school course is 5
kilometers and the middle school course is 3 kilometers. All races will allow for unlimited
runners.
The meet schedule is as follows:
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS: 9:00 am
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS: 9:30 am
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS: 10:00 am
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS: 10:45 am
AWARDS:
Ribbons will be handed out to the top 10 runners in each race. Team awards will
be given to the first and second place high school teams. (top 5 scoring and top 7 displacing
for scoring purposes.)
ENTRY FEE:
$150 per school or $15/athlete for smaller schools. Please make payment to
Pagosa Springs High School: Attention Cross Country.
TIMING:
Professional timing will be provided through Rocky Mountain Timing.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING: From Main Street, turn onto Hot Springs Blvd in downtown
Pagosa Springs. Drive approximately a quarter mile (past the hot springs) and turn left on
the steep dirt road next to the post office. Buses: drive up the dirt road, past the gate, and
to the top of Reservoir Hill. Spectators: Park just above the gate in the first open field.
There will be volunteers to assist in the parking process.
Races
-
MS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM MDT)
Free
OPENS 26 SEP -
MS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:30AM MDT)
Free
OPENS 26 SEP -
HS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge
Incl. T-Shirt Giveaway
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:00AM MDT)
Free
OPENS 26 SEP -
HS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge
Incl. T-Shirt Giveaway
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:45AM MDT)
Free
OPENS 26 SEP
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