9 th Annual Cougar 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Register online: www.signmeup.com/64285or download theprintable application(PDF).

Date and Time

September 26, 2009 at 9 a.m.

Free Beginner 5K Training Program

Six-week program that meets Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Begins Monday, August 17 and ends Wednesday, September 23
Meets at the SXU Shannon Center
Free and open to anyone in the community
To sign up for the training program, e-mail Jen Quinlan at kjos@sxu.edu

Location

Saint Xavier University
3700 West 103rd Street
Chicago, Illinois 60655

Advanced Registration and Packet Pick-Up

Saint Xavier University - Shannon Center
Wednesday,September 23until Friday, September 25
7 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up

7:30 - 8:30 a.m. in the Shannon Center Main Arena

The Course

Running through a fast, flat and paved course through Evergreen Park, the course begins and endson Saint Xavier University's campus. The course is certified by the USATF (#IL-05052-JW). Split times at the mile markers.

No dogs, rollerblades, bicycles or skateboards allowed! Strollers and walkers permitted at the back of the pack!

See below for Course Map!

Parking

Parking will be available in Lot 1 located on the south and west sides of the Shannon Center. Alternate parking will be available in Lot 14 located on 103rd and Pulaski (south of CVS).

CARA Registered Race

Cougar 5K Run/Walk results at www.cararuns.org. Join the Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) to support running! The CARA logo on a race application is a symbol of excellence. A portion of CARA membership dollars supports advocacy for road race standards. Due to those efforts, runners in the Chicago area enjoy some of the highest quality road races in the country. This race has collaborated with CARA and, on behalf of its runners, has agreed to comply with and uphold CARA standards for this race. The focus of CARA Standards is Accuracy, Safety and Comfort for all runners. Enjoy this race and the quality conditions that will be provided to you.

Race Hotline

(773) 298-3592 or e-mail Jennifer Quinlan at kjos@sxu.edu

Age Categories (Awards sponsored by SXU Alumni Association)

Plaques will be given to the top three overall finishers. Medals will be given to top three winners in each category. Awards Ceremony sponsored by the Saint Xavier University Alumni Association.

Entry Fees

Running for Kicks Special Discount

Stop by Running for Kicks at 127th and Harlemstarting August 1 throughSeptember 24to purchase a pair of running/walking shoes and receive $10 off the Cougar 5K Run/Walk (must register at Running for Kicks to receive discount). For more information, call Running for Kicks at (708) 448-9200.

Hospitality

Complimentary muffins, bagels, fruit, & coffee- provided by Chartwells
Aquafina water- provided by Pepsi

Restroom/Gear Check

Restrooms and gear check are located in the Shannon Center. Three additional port-a-johns will be located near the finish line.

Post Race Events

9:30 a.m. - Vendor Fair, Giant Raffle and Awards Ceremony
10 a.m. until 1 p.m. - Special $5.95 brunch at Gilhooley's Grande Saloon for all Cougar 5K participants (must show race bib to receive discount brunch price)
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. - Family Festival under the Cougar 5K tent sponsored by SXU Alumni and Parent Relations
6 p.m. - SXU Homecoming Football Game against Quincy University (Ill.), all 5K participants will receive a free ticket for the game upon request

Sponsors (as of June 22, 2009)

Course Map

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