Event Description
Dear Coaches, Athletic Directors, Athletes, and Parents:
We’re excited to invite your team to the 1st Annual Northern Indiana Middle School Regional Cross Country Championships
This event is designed to bring together top middle school runners from across the region for a competitive, fun, and local cross country event.
Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, October 11 (Immediately following the Indiana Northern States Conference High School Cross Country Championships
• Location: Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation: 8345 S SR 19, Akron, IN 46910
• Estimated Start Times:
Boys: 10:45 AM
Girls: 11:30 AM
Race Format:
• Grades 5–8 eligible
• 3K flat course with excellent fan access
• Max 300 runners total
• Max 30 teams per gender
Awards:
• Top 5 runners per grade level (5th–8th)
• Top 25 overall finishers
• Trophies to top 2 teams per gender
Entry Fees:
• $100 per team
• $25 per individual
• Spots only guaranteed with paid entry
Extras:
• Event shirts available for purchase
• Concessions on site
• Free fan entry ($10 per car!)
Registration:
• Deadline:10/1/2025
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Let’s make this inaugural event unforgettable. We hope to see your athletes toe the line in Akron!
Best regards,
Morry Riddle
Race Director
hosted by: Marshall County Running Club