Registration for the 2026 Youth Cross Country event in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio runs between $65 and $90. The race takes place on August 6, 2026, with a 6:30 PM start time. This youth-focused cross country event provides young runners an opportunity to compete in their age group. If you're traveling to support a young athlete or looking for accommodations near the venue, Cuyahoga Falls offers convenient lodging options for race weekend. The early evening start time allows families to travel during daylight hours and settle in before the competition begins.
From the Race Organizer
When: August 12th – Oct 11th Who: Grades 1st – 8th Practice – Goal is to have kids come to 2 of the 3 practices below, whatever best fits their schedule. Practice time is 6:15-7:30 Wednesdays, Silver Springs Park 5238 Young Rd, Stow, OH 44224 (Can also be accessed from Stow Road and head to the back parking lot) Thursdays, Goodyear Heights Metro Park 2077 Newton St, Akron, Oh 44305 Fridays, Virginia Kendall Ledges 405 Truxell Rd, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Peninsula, OH 44264-9734 Meets are Sunday at various locations, first race at 2 p.m. All-Star Division for individuals with special needs and their siblings. Practice on Thursdays at the Chapel in Green at 6:30-7:30 pm. Practice will start on Aug. 20th and run thru Oct 1st. For more info: contact Jarrod McCleary @ jarrod.mccleary@gmail.com Races: Sunday afternoons in Akron, Tallmadge, Springfield, Jackson, Streetsboro, Saturday Sept 9th at Walsh Jesuit High School Distances: 400 meters(fun run 5-6 year olds) 1 mile (8 years old and under), 1.5 mile (lower division - 9-10 Years old) 1.5 mile (upper division - 11 and up) Why: A fun introduction to the sport of running. For all abilities. Race Schedule and Locations - August 20th : *ALL STAR DIVISION RACE @ Schneider Park, 380 Mineola Ave, Akron, OH 44320 September : Tallmadge Invitational, 140 N Munroe Rd, Tallmadge, OH September : Raider Youth Invitational, Horseshoe Lake Park, 2701 Park Dr, Shaker Heights, OH 44120 September : Jackson Invitational @ Jackson Middle School September : St. Peregrine Invitational, Bath Nature Preserve, 4160 Ira Rd, Bath 44333 October : STARS/ATC Youth Cross Country Championship @ Streetsboro City Park 8970 Kirby Lane, Streetsboro, OH 44241 * ALL STAR DIVISION RACE COMPETITION IS A ONE MILE RACE OPEN TO INDIVIDUALS WHO FALL UNDER THE AUTISM SPECTRUM OR OTHER FORMS OF DISABILITIES. IT WILL BE THE ONLY RACE OFFERED ON THIS DAY TBA TIME SCHEDULE for Sunday Events 1:30 pm: Division – ALL STAR 2:00 pm: Division I COED 2:05 pm: Division V COED 2:10 pm: Division IV - COED 2:25 pm: Division III – Female 2:35 pm: Division III – Male 2:55 pm: Division II - Female 3:10 pm: Division II – Male Age Divisions Odds & Ends (ages as of September 9/1/2024) 1. Team scoring for Division II and III Division I – 13/14: Run 2 miles 2. Gender specific team and individual Division II – 11/12: Run 1.5 miles awards (only exception is Division V) Division III – 9/10: Run 1.5 miles 3. A runner can run up a division Division IV – 8 an under 1 mile 4. Individual awards for top 20 each race Division V – 6 and under (or 400 meters) Division – ALL STAR: Run 1 mile For More Info please contact Coach- Andrew Adam @ andrewadam1744@yahoo.com Coach - Josh Ritchie @ joshua@ritchiessports.com Special Needs Coach - Jarrod McCleary @ jarrod.mccleary@gmail.com visit our website www.summitathletic.com
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2026 Youth Cross Country 2026 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 6.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is 2026 Youth Cross Country 2026 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH?
2026 Youth Cross Country 2026 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH takes place on August 6, 2026. The race is held in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
Where is 2026 Youth Cross Country 2026 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH held?
2026 Youth Cross Country 2026 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH is held at PO Box 1015 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
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