Please come join the Annapolis Striders for a fun, low-key, kids program! Our Junior Striders participants work up to running a mile and will “graduate” by running the John Wall Memorial One Mile Track Run on Saturday, June 27th, 2026. Race registration must be completed separately. When & Where Practice will be Monday and Thursday nights, 6:30-7:15 PM, at the Bates Middle School track. May 18 & 21 May 28 June 1 & 4 June 8 & 11 June 15 & 18 June 22 & 25 Program Prerequisites Open to Annapolis Striders who are in elementary and middle school. Program Features The Junior Striders program implements games and activities designed to encourage youngsters and build the stamina required for a one mile run (4 laps around an athletic field track). The program is conducted assuming zero running experience and is designed to be fun and memorable while achieving the goal of completing their target run. Goals To complete a one mile race! Info & registration for the John Wall Mile on June 27th. Race
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 18.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Annapolis, MD.
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
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
