Age Groups, Special Divisions, & Awards
Overall awards will be presented to the top male, female and nonbinary finishers based on gun time. Age group awards will be determined by net time and will be awarded to the top three male, female, and nonbinary registrants per age group. Registrants may decline to state their gender and / or age, however, those entrants will not be eligible for age group or overall awards or results ranking in those categories. Award pick up is available on race day; unclaimed awards are not mailed.
Age Groups:
5K: 9 & Under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, …, 75-79, 80+
10K: 9 & Under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, …, 75-79, 80+
Half Marathon: 1-15 Yrs, 16-19, 20-24, …, 75-79, 80+
2K: 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, Adults 18-39, Masters 40-59, Seniors 60+
Special Divisions:
Special Divisions are an additional division in the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon that participants can enter in addition to their age group. We have created these categories to make this event unique, inclusive, and fun for people who are a part of the below groups. Entering a special division will not remove you from your age group and you will still be ranked and eligible for age division awards. Participants may enter one special division only. Wheelchair entrants will be scored separately and eligible for overall as well as age group and special division awards. All special divisions will be scored and ranked by NET time, which is the elapsed time from when you cross the start line to when you cross the finish line. Take your time at the start and don't rush to cross the starting line when the horn is blown.
There is no fee to enter a special division.
Special Divisions are as follows:
Baby Jogger/Stroller Division:
- This is for parents, guardians, grandparents, and caregivers who will be pushing a child in a baby jogger / stroller in the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon.
- Please note that strollers MUST NOT START AT THE FRONT of the starting line for safety reasons.
- Do not enter this division if starting towards the back will inhibit you from reaching your race goals such as desired pace or age group ranking.
- If two people will be pushing a stroller/participating together, only one should enter the stroller division.
- Must be 16+ to enter this category.
- Awards to the top three finishers by gender.
Dog Division:
- Dogs must be well behaved, including: not barking at other dogs in crowds, no jumping (at people or other dogs), comfortable around lots of people and noise, obedient on leash, and on a non-retractable leash.
- Absolutely NO dogs in the first 100 feet of the line up for start for the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon. Be prepared to start towards the back.
- Do not enter this division if starting towards the back will inhibit you from reaching your race goals such as desired pace or age group ranking.
- Dogs in dog strollers are permitted, but not eligible for a 'top dog' award. Do not enter dog division if your dog will be carried or pushed.
- If you plan to run a fast pace (eg 8:00 or better) and try for an age division award, we suggest you do not run with a dog, because you will be required to start towards the back.
- If two people will be running with one dog, you should only enter dog division on one of the human's entries (not both).
- Must be 16+ to enter this category unless accompanied the entire time by an adult.
- Anyone participating with a dog must clean up after their pet.
Cancer Champions' Cancer Survivor Division.
This division is for anyone who is currently receiving or has received treatment for cancer (any type) and would like to be recognized in this division.
A special second bib, designed as a survivors bib, will be available for pick up for all entrants in this division at the Cancer Champions tent on race day. (Optional). Be sure to check in at registration for your race bib and t-shirt as usual.
Adaptive Division.
The adaptive division is for athletes with a physical, developmental, or intellectual disability.
College Students
For anyone who is currently attending a college or university (undergrad, post-grad, two year, all eligible)
First Responders
The First Responder/Law Enforcement division is for anyone whose job or volunteer position involves being a first responder or a member of Law Enforcement.
Teachers
The teacher division is available for anyone who is a current or retired teacher - including K-12, preschool, university level, or trade schools.