(9-24-07) From Press Release - The Eugene Challenge Cross Country for Kids race will kick off Friday, October 5, 2007 at 4 p.m. in front of Autzen Stadium near the bridge next to Pre's Trail.
Hosted by the Eugene Running Company, the race if free for everyone that registers before the race and $10 for everyone that registers the day of the race. Pre-registration is due by October 3, 2007.
Boys and Girls, ages 10 through 18, are invited to run a 2 kilometer (1.25 miles) cross country race designed for runners and non-runners alike.
Prizes will be awarded for age group winners. Nike "Go Pre Tee Shirts" will be provided to the kids or parents when they pick up advance race packets. Coldstone Creamery will provide free ice cream for all race participants.
Packet pickup will be available all day on Thursday, October 4, at the Eugene Running Company, located at 116 Oakway Center. Maps of the course and parking will be available in the race packet.
Check-in is from 3 p.m. to 3:45 pm. at the race grounds. The girls race will start at 4 p.m. The boys race will start at 4:15 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 4:30 p.m.
About the Eugene Running Company
The Eugene Running Company strives to energizing the running and walking community by building upon the proud history of Eugene as Track Town USA. Staffed by experienced runners, the Eugene Running Company specializes in educating customers about technical footwear, apparel, and equipment.
For more information about the Eugene Running Company, please visit www.eugenerunningcompany.com
