Illinois Valley Community College's cross country team will host its third annual Eagles Run invitational for high school, junior high and adult runners on Saturday, Nov. 8 at Catlin Park, according to a release from the college.
High school entrants will run a 5K over a cross country-style course, and junior high runners will follow a two-mile course. Adults can run in an open class along the 5K route with the high school runners.
Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each race, and all participants will take home race souvenirs, the college said.
Schedule and fees
- Registration opens: 9 a.m.
- Junior high race: 10 a.m.
- High school race: 10:45 a.m.
There is a $20 entry fee per runner. Checks should be made payable to IVCC.
Location
Catlin Park is located at 2560 E. 1251st Rd., Ottawa, about five miles west of the city. The race begins near Office Facilities/Area 1. Participants should follow the entry road to the last parking lot.
How to register
To register, contact Matt Baker at matt_baker@ivcc.edu. Advance registration is encouraged, but participants can also register that morning.