The Race before The Game
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sandusky, Ohio
- Price $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable morning of fun and fitness at The Race before The Game in Sandusky, Erie on Saturday, November 29, 2025! This exciting 9th annual event is the perfect way to kick off the Ohio State vs. Michigan game day. Participants can choose between two thrilling courses: the Dot the i course, approximately 5 miles, and the Block the M course, around 4 miles. For those looking for a team experience, the OH-IO Two-person relay allows you to tackle approximately 2.5 miles each, while the Big O offers a more leisurely one-mile walk to complete just the O in Ohio.
The race begins at 8 a.m. at Cameo Pizza, with both Ohio State and Michigan fans running through Sandusky’s unique streets. Don’t miss your chance to receive a stylish long-sleeved shirt if you register by November 14, 2025. Lace up your running shoes, embrace the spirit of rivalry, and join fellow fans for a morning of camaraderie and excitement!
The race begins at 8 a.m. at Cameo Pizza, with both Ohio State and Michigan fans running through Sandusky’s unique streets. Don’t miss your chance to receive a stylish long-sleeved shirt if you register by November 14, 2025. Lace up your running shoes, embrace the spirit of rivalry, and join fellow fans for a morning of camaraderie and excitement!
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 14, 2025) 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 29, 2025
TIME: Race Day starting at 8 a.m., Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL- $25.00!
$33.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 14, 2025) 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 14, 2025) 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 29, 2025
TIME: Race Day starting at 8 a.m., Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up: TBD
ENTRY FEE: EARLY SIGN-UP SPECIAL- $25.00!
$33.00 pre-registration (received no later than November 14, 2025) Race-day registration limited to availability of shirts.
Races
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Dot the I
Incl. $3.10 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
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. $3.10 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
Finish after completing the Big O in Ohio. (Approx. 1 mile) -
The OH-IO Two-Person Relay
Incl. $3.10 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
BACK FOR 2025! Two-person relay (2.5 miles each) to complete the Dot the i course. -
Block the M
Incl. $3.10 Fee & the Race Before the Game Paragon Dryfit Hoodie
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
For Wolverine Fans. Approx. 4 miles
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