Saturday Sizzler
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Carrollton, Georgia
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating start to the cross country season at the Saturday Sizzler on August 15, 2026, in Carrollton, Georgia! This exciting event takes place at the prestigious University of West Georgia Cross Country Course and is perfect for middle and high school athletes eager to showcase their skills. With race distances including a challenging 3K for middle school athletes and a 2-mile race for high school competitors, there’s something for everyone.
Not only does the Saturday Sizzler promise an action-packed day filled with competition, but it also supports a great cause. In memory of Bob "Woody" Reeves and in collaboration with the Carrollton Kiwanis, proceeds from the event will benefit local youth and community initiatives. Participants can enjoy the thrill of the "Beat Your Kid" Challenge, where parents and coaches compete against their student-athletes for a chance to win exclusive prizes! Join us for a day of fun, community spirit, and athletic achievement while helping to make a difference in Carrollton.
Not only does the Saturday Sizzler promise an action-packed day filled with competition, but it also supports a great cause. In memory of Bob "Woody" Reeves and in collaboration with the Carrollton Kiwanis, proceeds from the event will benefit local youth and community initiatives. Participants can enjoy the thrill of the "Beat Your Kid" Challenge, where parents and coaches compete against their student-athletes for a chance to win exclusive prizes! Join us for a day of fun, community spirit, and athletic achievement while helping to make a difference in Carrollton.
Organiser's Description
Saturday Sizzler : Cross Country Season Opener
Hosted by SoleRoots Racing
Presented by Carrollton Kiwanis in Memory of Bob Woody Reeves
In partnership with the University of West Georgia Athletics and Cross Country team
Saturday, Aug 15, 2026
Join us for a high-energy kickoff to the middle school and high school cross country season on a premier Division 1 course! The Saturday Sizzler is designed to challenge athletes, engage families, and give back to the Cross Country and local community.
RACING FOR A CAUSE
This event is a proud collaboration with the Carrollton Kiwanis. In honor of the legacy of Bob "Woody" Reeves, race proceeds are distributed to support our local youth:
For Families: $10 of every Community 3K registration made by a family member goes directly to their athletes school to help cover team dues.
For the Community: Remaining additional funds are donated to Carrollton Kiwanis Charities, funding vital programs and initiatives throughout our local community.
Schools and Independent School Athletes wishing to compete in the cross country event will register through MileSplit [https://ga.milesplit.com/meets/763810-saturday-sizzler-2026/info].
COMMUNITY OPEN 3K
~ Early bird registration - $25
Register before August 1st. (Registered families of a school runner will have $10 to go to school dues!)
~ Standard - $35
Register after August 1st. (Registered families of a school runner will have $10 to go to school dues!)
Spectators (12+) - $5
All spectator fees go to Kiwanis Community Charities. Athletes, Coaches included in team rates and registered participants of the Community Open 3K are not charged the entry fee but must check-in for entry. Spectator fees are taken at the gate of University of West Georgia Cross Country Course the morning of the event.
THE "BEAT YOUR KID" CHALLENGE
Parents & Coaches: If you run the Community Open 3K and your chip time is faster than your student-athletes time from earlier in the morning, youll win an exclusive Sizzler Speedster prize!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Saturday Morning Beat the Heat!
6:45 - 7:20 AM: Check-in & Warm-ups for teams, Check-in remains open for Community Open 3K until 8:10 AM
7:45 AM: Middle School Girls 3K (Top 10 Medals)
8:00 AM: Middle School Boys 3K (Top 10 Medals)
8:15 AM: High School 2 Mile (Top 10 Medals)
8:45 AM: The Saturday Sizzler Community Open 3K (Competitive Open Race)
9:15 AM: Awards Ceremony
Top 3 Overall Male/Female (Community Open)
Age Group Awards
Team Trophies
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Middle School: Medals for Top 10 Boys and Top 10 Girls, Top 2 Teams per Gender
High School: Medals for Top 10 Boys and Top 10 Girls, Top 2 Teams per Gender
Open Race: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall (Male/Female) plus Age Group medals
Legacy Award: Special recognition for parents and/or coaches who win the "Beat Your Kid" challenge
Hosted by SoleRoots Racing
Presented by Carrollton Kiwanis in Memory of Bob Woody Reeves
In partnership with the University of West Georgia Athletics and Cross Country team
Saturday, Aug 15, 2026
Join us for a high-energy kickoff to the middle school and high school cross country season on a premier Division 1 course! The Saturday Sizzler is designed to challenge athletes, engage families, and give back to the Cross Country and local community.
RACING FOR A CAUSE
This event is a proud collaboration with the Carrollton Kiwanis. In honor of the legacy of Bob "Woody" Reeves, race proceeds are distributed to support our local youth:
For Families: $10 of every Community 3K registration made by a family member goes directly to their athletes school to help cover team dues.
For the Community: Remaining additional funds are donated to Carrollton Kiwanis Charities, funding vital programs and initiatives throughout our local community.
Schools and Independent School Athletes wishing to compete in the cross country event will register through MileSplit [https://ga.milesplit.com/meets/763810-saturday-sizzler-2026/info].
COMMUNITY OPEN 3K
~ Early bird registration - $25
Register before August 1st. (Registered families of a school runner will have $10 to go to school dues!)
~ Standard - $35
Register after August 1st. (Registered families of a school runner will have $10 to go to school dues!)
Spectators (12+) - $5
All spectator fees go to Kiwanis Community Charities. Athletes, Coaches included in team rates and registered participants of the Community Open 3K are not charged the entry fee but must check-in for entry. Spectator fees are taken at the gate of University of West Georgia Cross Country Course the morning of the event.
THE "BEAT YOUR KID" CHALLENGE
Parents & Coaches: If you run the Community Open 3K and your chip time is faster than your student-athletes time from earlier in the morning, youll win an exclusive Sizzler Speedster prize!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Saturday Morning Beat the Heat!
6:45 - 7:20 AM: Check-in & Warm-ups for teams, Check-in remains open for Community Open 3K until 8:10 AM
7:45 AM: Middle School Girls 3K (Top 10 Medals)
8:00 AM: Middle School Boys 3K (Top 10 Medals)
8:15 AM: High School 2 Mile (Top 10 Medals)
8:45 AM: The Saturday Sizzler Community Open 3K (Competitive Open Race)
9:15 AM: Awards Ceremony
Top 3 Overall Male/Female (Community Open)
Age Group Awards
Team Trophies
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Middle School: Medals for Top 10 Boys and Top 10 Girls, Top 2 Teams per Gender
High School: Medals for Top 10 Boys and Top 10 Girls, Top 2 Teams per Gender
Open Race: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall (Male/Female) plus Age Group medals
Legacy Award: Special recognition for parents and/or coaches who win the "Beat Your Kid" challenge
Races
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Community 3K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$38.10
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1500 Lovvorn Road, Carrollton, 30116, GA, United States
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