Philadelphia Catholic League Alumni/Open 5k Cross Country

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Past event

12:30 PM EDT

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$27.50 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the 35th Annual Philadelphia Catholic League Alumni/Open 5K Cross Country Championship on Saturday, October 21, 2023! Set in the picturesque Belmont Plateau Park in Philadelphia, this event is a fantastic opportunity for runners of all ages to participate in a challenging 5,000 meter race. Kicking off at 12:30 PM, the 5K is open to everyone, welcoming alumni from the Philadelphia Catholic League as well as new faces eager to take on the course.

After the 5K, stick around for the thrilling Boys and Girls Championship races featuring Freshmen, JV, and Varsity competitions, continuing a proud tradition that dates back to the early 1940s. With awards for the top competitors and exciting bonuses for breaking meet records, this event is not to be missed! Race registration is just $25, with online pre-registration encouraged, and walk-up registration available on race day starting at 11 AM. Enjoy free parking and refreshments, and celebrate the love of cross country in a vibrant community atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this cherished Philadelphia tradition!

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Philadelphia Catholic League Alumni/Open 5k Cross Country

Incl. $2.50 Fee &

There is a Philadelphia Catholic Alumni Team Championship (top 3 score) Top 3 Men Team and Top 3 Women Teams (must be PCL School)

12:30 PM EDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

The 35th Annual Philadelphia Catholic League Open/Alumni Cross Country Championship will be held on Saturday, October 21st , at the usual place, Belmont Plateau Park, in Philadelphia. The race is OPEN to all age groups and even though many of the runners are alumni from the Philadelphia Catholic League, anyone can register and run the challenging 5,000 meter cross country course. The race start is 12:30 pm and is the first race of the day. The Philadelphia Catholic League (Boys and Girls) Cross Country races follow with Freshmen, JV and Varsity Championships contested. The first Philadelphia Catholic League Championship was held in the early 1940s and the 75 year old tradition continues. We encourage all to sign up online but we invite race day walk up registration starting at 11am and continuing until race time. Awards to the Top 15 (men) and Top 15 (women) and Top 5 (50 and above for both Men and Women). $100 dollar bonus to Men/Women who break meet record (John Butler/15:23) and 17:16 (Rene Gunning). Team Award to the Champion Phila Catholic League Alumni team (men and women). T shirts to all who pre-register and while they last on race day. . Free parking, refreshments at Belmont Plateau Park. Race registration is $25 pre registered (T shirt to all pre registered and while supply last for post registrants) and $25 for sign up on race day. Race proceeds support the purchasing of the Championship Awards for the Philadelphia Catholic League, as well as support the missions of the Belmont Plateau Cross Country Hall of Fame (www.belmontplateaucchof.com) Race is rain or shine. Come out and experience the Hills of Belmont Plateau Park followed by some great high school championship races.