The Run Club Challenge, presented by Run This unites local runners for a thrilling race, celebrating the largest, fastest, and slowest clubs. Join us for camaraderie, competition, and the chance to “Bring Home the Boot” during the 2024 Nashville 1/2, Marathon & 5K event!
Challenge Categories
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Largest Club
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- Award: Trophy or plaque, special mention on the event website and social media.
- Criteria: The club with the highest number of registered participants across all race categories (Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K).
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Fastest Club
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- Award: Trophy or plaque, special mention on the event website and social media, and perhaps a cash prize or sponsored running gear.
- Criteria: Combined average finish time of the top five finishers from each club in each race category (Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K).
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Slowest Club
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- Award: Fun and humorous prize, such as a “Turtle Trophy” or a “Snail Medal,” to encourage participation and celebrate perseverance.
- Criteria: Combined average finish time of the last five finishers from each club in each race category (Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K).
Parameters for the Challenge
After registering for the race, follow the steps below to sign up for the Run Club challenge!
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Registration
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- Clubs must register as a group before the event on the Run This app: Run This
- Club Registration closes October 18 to ensure there is time to verify all data.
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Participation
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- Clubs can have members participating in the Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K.
- Clubs cannot combine with other clubs to increase their likelihood of winning.
- A member can represent only one club.
- Verification: Official race timing results will be used to calculate the times for the fastest and slowest awards. Registration data will be used to verify the largest club.
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Timing and Results
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- Use chip timing for accurate and efficient result tracking.
- Official race timing results will be published online for transparency.
