The Xtra Mile Fast Track Cross Country (XC) Event
Welcome to Schaumburg's Cross Country Event, sponsored by Altra!
Runners get to relive the glory days of the cross country season or experience running on grass each November at this fun cross country event! The 2023 event took place on November 13, but we look forward to seeing you next year!
The 2023 results can be found here.
*We are proud to share that this 3-mile race was selected for the CARA circuit for 2023.*
The Logistics
The event takes place on the 3-mile MacNider cross country course, near Hoover Elementary School. Limited parking will be available at the school, located at 315 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194. Additional street parking is available on Amherst Drive or Colwyn Drive.
There is a women's race, a men's race, and a children's race (more details to come) directly following the end of the men's race.
Registration & Timeline
Register! $25 for the men & women races; $10 for children.
Next Cross-Country Event: November 2024
- 9 a.m.: Check-in begins at the Xtra Mile Running tent
- 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.: The women's race begins.
- 10:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: The men's race begins (Please note the men's race start time may change slightly, depending on the conclusion of the preceding race)
- The children's dash begins directly following the men's race.
Spikes are recommended but not required. If you don't plan to wear spikes, we recommend picking up a trail shoe at Xtra Mile! T-shirt availability is not guaranteed for those registering after a certain date.
Team Competition Available
Run as a Team!
There is an optional team competition for both the men's and the women's races (no mixed divisions available).
Guidelines
- Gather your team! Each team must have at least four males/females to participate in the team competition (all four runners will score).
- If your team has more than four runners, we will discuss putting together multiple teams with your team leaders beforehand.
- Decide on a team name (this will be needed when you register).
- When you register for the event, type in your team name.
- Have fun on race day!
If you're in a running club, tell everyone in your group to sign up!
