Teams
Run with a team or run alone – same price
The option to participate on a team is one of the most fun and unique parts of Birdie Derby! We have made the process to manage a team as simple as it can get.
Here’s how it works…
Each team must select a “Team Captain”. This team captain does just a bit of organizing to recruit members.
Team Management Features (accessed through your RunSignUp account):
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Share Team Page — Once you register and create your team, you have a Team Page you can share. Upload a picture and share on Facebook, Twitter and email. Friends and family will be directed to the page where they can see who else is on the team (if you share that info), they can join and even share with others.
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Receive instant email notifications when a new team member signs up.
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View Team Roster (full member listing).
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Communicate directly with members on team-specific details (i.e. where to pick up team packets, where to meet on race day etc.)
Who Can Form a Team?
Any group, organization, or business can form teams for the Birdie Derby and receive their team name printed on the back of their Birdie Derby T-Shirt. Team registration will close on November 1, 2026 at 11:59PM. Teams must have at least 5 participants. All members do NOT have to participate in the same event. Any combination of 10K runners, 5K walkers, and virtual members can be a team!
Virtual Teams
Team members may run virtually, though we will not collect times for virtual runners, and their team will not qualify for an award. If you are planning to participate as a virtual team member, you are not guaranteed delivery of your shirt and special gift by Thanksgiving Day.
Team Logos
New this year! For an additional fee, Teams can include their logo or design on their shirts. Upload instructions can be found on the registration page.
Note: There is a limit of 40 characters for team names. (And please keep it clean—this is a family event!)
TO BE CATEGORIZED AS A TEAM, YOU MUST HAVE 5 OR MORE MEMBERS
If your team is not complete by the November 1st deadline, each member will be registered as an individual. No refunds.
Birdie Brackets
Introducing the Birdie Brackets! The clever team names are one of the things that make the Birdie Derby unique. We love custom printing the names on your race shirts. All teams with 5 or more members signed up by the deadline (11:59pm on Sunday, November 8th) are eligible for consideration. Special VIPs will peruse the team names and pick their 8 favorites. These finalists will pair off with head-to-head voting on our social media pages each week. The winning team will be announced on Monday, November 23rd. Besides bragging rights, the winning team will receive 5 VIP parking passes! Also, watch for information on how to submit your own brackets and be entered to win a fabulous prize. Gather your flock and get creative.
