Catch Your Time: 1.5 Mile Prediction Run takes place at 500 E 81st Ave in Merrillville, Indiana on July 29, 2026. Despite the race name referencing a shorter distance, the event offers a 5-mile run. The race starts at 6:00 PM, making it an evening event. Entry is free, making this an accessible option for runners looking to test their fitness without registration costs. Athletes planning to stay in the Merrillville area for this mid-summer race should book accommodations in advance, particularly if other events draw crowds to northwest Indiana that weekend. The evening start time means you'll want accommodation close enough for an easy pre-race routine and quick access to the venue.
From the Race Organizer
Think you can keep a steady pace, or are you too reliant on your watch? Test your pacing skills at the Catch Your Time Prediction Run! As part of the NWI Cross Country Preview Event we're inviting all NWI high school cross country athletes to compete in this FREE , fun, and friendly competition to see who has the best internal clock. Catch Your Time is a 1.5 mile time prediction run where each athlete must predict their finishing time, then run the route with no watch, phone, or other time tracking device . Whoever finishes closest to their predicted time wins. The only indication of your time will be the two race clocks on course that are only visible right as you pass the halfway point and after you finish the route. This run event is for incoming and returning high school cross country athletes in the NWI Region only RUN DATE & TIME Date of Race - Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 Check-in / Race Day Registration opens - 5:00 PM (CDT) Race Start Time - 6:00 PM (CDT) RUN LOCATION Catch Table & Tap 500 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN RULES • Finish time predictions must be made during online or in-person registration, prior to the start of the race. • Athletes may not wear or carry a watch, phone, or any other time tracking device with them and may not receive any time coaching from anyone along the course, especially near the finish line. Anyone found to be using a time tracking device will not be eligible for awards. • The athlete that finishes closest to their predicted time wins. WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE • Tempo Run swag bag with giveaways from event sponsors THE COURSE The course is an out-and-back on roads, starting and ending behind Catch Table & Tap. It will be well marked with signs, cones, and volunteers along the route to point you in the right direction. A race clock will be visible for a few strides right at the halfway turn around. AWARDS The top 3 Male and top 3 Female finishers, who finish closest to their predicted times, will receive Tempo Run Hats FAQ I'm not in high school, can I still participate in the run? No, this race is for high school cross country athletes only Can I just have my phone with me to play music? No, sorry. No phones or other time keeping devices allowed on course Do I have to commit to a time now, or can I make my prediction later? You must submit a time during registration, but you are allowed to make changes later as long as the change is approved by the head timer and the run has not yet started. INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE NWI CROSS COUNTRY PREVIEW EVENT? Please contact Race Director Kirk Cherep Phone - (219) 307-5886 Email - kirk@temporuntiming.com
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 29.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Merrillville, IN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Catch Your Time: 1.5 Mile Prediction Run 2026 — Merrillville, IN?
Catch Your Time: 1.5 Mile Prediction Run 2026 — Merrillville, IN takes place on July 29, 2026. The race is held in Merrillville, Indiana.
Where is Catch Your Time: 1.5 Mile Prediction Run 2026 — Merrillville, IN held?
Catch Your Time: 1.5 Mile Prediction Run 2026 — Merrillville, IN is held at 500 E 81st Ave in Merrillville, Indiana.
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