Cedar Pointe Challenge - Spring Cross Country 5k (Individual/Team Competition) & 1 Mile Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Spring Cross Country 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run - Clapp Cross Country Course | Wichita, KS

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind spring racing experience on the official home course of the Wichita State Shockers Cross Country team! Unlike a typical road race, this true cross country event takes you over grass, rolling hills, and open fields, challenging both your endurance and racing strategy.

🏅 Why Join Us?

Spring is the perfect time to gauge your fitness, shake off the winter rust, and compete against fellow runners, clubs, and corporate teams in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a weekend warrior, this race offers an exciting challenge for all levels.

🏆 Awards & Team Competitions - 5K

• Individual Awards: Top 3 finishers in each Men's and Women's age group, plus the top overall male and female winners.
• Team Challenge: Form a squad of friends (open) or co-workers (affiliated) and race for the fastest team average time!
• Unaffiliated/Open Division: Create your own team of 3 or more people. You do NOT have to work together or be affiliated in any way with a common employer.
• Affiliated Division: Create your own team of 5 or more people. Represent and compete with people who work for the same employer.

🏅 Awards - 1 Mile

• Awards will go out to the top 3 male and female finishers overall.
• All finishers of the 1 Mile Run will receive a medal.

🌳 Breathe in Fresh Air & Embrace the Challenge

Feel the energy of running on a collegiate championship course and experience the thrill of off-road racing on Wichita’s best cross country venue. Whether you’re running for speed, fitness, or just the love of the sport, this race is your chance to push yourself and enjoy a day of camaraderie with the local running community.

• 5K Cross Country Race: A classic distance on a challenging and fun natural course.
• 1-Mile Fun Run: A perfect way to get the whole family involved in the action!

📽️ Course Video Preview

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG4B3o-nqkc

🗺️ Course Map

Course Map

⏳ Early Packet Pickup

Last Day of Registration: Thursday, May 8th, 2025

Time: 5:30-7:30 PM | Location: Cedar Pointe Church - 9221 E 31st Street South, Wichita, KS 67210 (Close to McConnell AFB)

📅 Race Day Packet Pickup

No race day registration - Race Site - 6:30-7:30 AM

👥 5K Age Groups

• 14 and under
• 15-19
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-55
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65+

📅 Save the Date!

Mark your calendar for May 10, 2025... gather your teammates, and get ready to race!

For more information and registration, visit: Cedar Pointe Challenge