The Race before The Game
- Date Sat 30th November 2024
- Location Sandusky, Ohio
- Price $35.98
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating morning filled with friendly rivalry at the 8th annual Race before The Game on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in the charming city of Sandusky, Erie! This unique event brings together Ohio State and Michigan fans for a spirited celebration before the highly anticipated football clash. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: the "Dot the i" course, approximately 5 miles, or the "Block the M" course, approximately 4 miles. New for 2024, the OH-IO Two-person relay allows friends to split the Script Ohio course, each completing about 2.5 miles, making it perfect for those who want to join in the fun together. For those looking for a more relaxed option, the Big O offers a one-mile walk to complete just the "O" in Ohio.
Starting at Cameo Pizza, fans will traverse the unique streets of Sandusky, showcasing their team spirit while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a long-sleeved shirt by registering by November 18, 2024, and remember to obey all traffic laws during the event. Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes
Starting at Cameo Pizza, fans will traverse the unique streets of Sandusky, showcasing their team spirit while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a long-sleeved shirt by registering by November 18, 2024, and remember to obey all traffic laws during the event. Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes
Organiser's Description
Go Bucks and Go Blue during this 8th 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)___
_NEW FOR 2024! 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)___
_NEW FOR 2024! 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. $2.98 Fee & Dot the I Long-Sleeved Shirt
Sat 30th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$35.98
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. $2.98 Fee & Dot the I Long-Sleeved Shirt
Sat 30th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$35.98
Finish after completing the Big O in Ohio. (Approx. 1 mile) -
The OH-IO Two-Person Relay
Incl. $2.98 Fee & Dot the I Long Sleeved Shirt
Sat 30th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$35.98
A new option for 2024! Two-person relay (2.5 miles each) to complete the Dot the i course. -
Block the M
Incl. $2.98 Fee & Block the M Long-Sleeved Shirt
Sat 30th November 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$35.98
For Wolverine Fans. Approx. 4 miles
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