The Race before The Game
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sandusky, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Join the excitement at The Race before The Game on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the vibrant downtown of Sandusky, Erie! This highly anticipated 9th annual event perfectly captures the spirit of rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan, offering fans an unforgettable way to kick off game day. Participants can choose from several unique race options, including the approximately 5-mile "Dot the i" course for Ohio State supporters and the 4-mile "Block the M" course for Michigan fans. For those looking for a fun challenge, consider the OH-IO two-person relay, where you can split the Script Ohio course with a partner, each covering about 2.5 miles. Not to forget, there's also the Big O, a one-mile walk to complete just the O in Ohio!
This year, the race will commence at Monroe Street near Cameo Pizza, where both teams will set off on scenic sidewalks, embodying the camaraderie and competition that defines this storied rivalry. Make sure to register by November 18, 2024, to secure your long-sleeved shirt and embrace this festive celebration of sportsmanship. Don’t miss out on this thrilling way to honor tradition while enjoying a morning filled with energy and
This year, the race will commence at Monroe Street near Cameo Pizza, where both teams will set off on scenic sidewalks, embodying the camaraderie and competition that defines this storied rivalry. Make sure to register by November 18, 2024, to secure your long-sleeved shirt and embrace this festive celebration of sportsmanship. Don’t miss out on this thrilling way to honor tradition while enjoying a morning filled with energy and
Organiser's Description
Go Bucks and Go Blue during this 9th annual event in downtown Sandusky. There isnt a better way to start the morning of the Ohio State/Michigan game day than Dotting the i or Blocking the M. And you can do both in this one-of-a-kind event. There is no other city with a unique street grid like Sandusky's to complete this kind of course.
The Dot the i course is approximately 5 miles and the Block the M course is approximately 4 miles. _
(Note: The "Dot the i" finish line will close at 10:30 a.m. Any participants unable to finish the course within that time are recommended to complete the Big O course instead)___
_The OH-IO Two-person relay. Split the Script Ohio course with one other person and each of you complete about 2.5 miles of the course. _
The Big O, a one-mile walk option to complete just the O in Ohio.
Registered Participants (By November 18, 2024) receive long-sleeved shirts and are to use sidewalks and obey all traffic laws during the event.
PLACE: Monroe Street at Cameo Pizza and Central Park
COURSE: Ohio State fans will start at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing Script Ohio (approx. 5 miles) and Dot the i at the finish. Michigan fans will start and finish at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing the Block M (approx. 4 miles).
DATE: Saturday, November 30, 2024
TIME: Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL- $25.00!
$33.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 18, 2024) Race-day registration limited to availability of shirts.
The Dot the i course is approximately 5 miles and the Block the M course is approximately 4 miles. _
(Note: The "Dot the i" finish line will close at 10:30 a.m. Any participants unable to finish the course within that time are recommended to complete the Big O course instead)___
_The OH-IO Two-person relay. Split the Script Ohio course with one other person and each of you complete about 2.5 miles of the course. _
The Big O, a one-mile walk option to complete just the O in Ohio.
Registered Participants (By November 18, 2024) receive long-sleeved shirts and are to use sidewalks and obey all traffic laws during the event.
PLACE: Monroe Street at Cameo Pizza and Central Park
COURSE: Ohio State fans will start at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing Script Ohio (approx. 5 miles) and Dot the i at the finish. Michigan fans will start and finish at Cameo Pizza and run/walk the sidewalks of Sandusky completing the Block M (approx. 4 miles).
DATE: Saturday, November 30, 2024
TIME: Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL- $25.00!
$33.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 18, 2024) Race-day registration limited to availability of shirts.
Races
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Dot the I
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
For Buckeye Fans. Participants will be given "Dot-to-Dot the i" instructions and signs will point participants through the course. Please note: Finish Line will close at 10:30 a.m. If you are unable to walk/run 5+ miles in 90 minutes, please sign up for Big O mile option. -
The Big O 1-Mile Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
Finish after completing the Big O in Ohio. (Approx. 1 mile) -
The OH-IO Two-Person Relay
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
BACK FOR 2025! Two-person relay (2.5 miles each) to complete the Dot the i course. -
Block the M
Incl. $2.50 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
For Wolverine Fans. Approx. 4 miles
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