The Centre Region Youth Cross-Country Program

The Nittany Valley Running Club and Centre Region Park and Recreation are sponsors for cross-country races for Centre Region youth, ages 14 and under. The program began in Fall 1999, and  we've had more than 100 kids participating each year. Participation is free!

The Centre Region Youth X-C schedule typically permits two to four meets a year. This Fall (2023), our schedule has three meets:

The races will be held at: Oak Hall Regional Park, located at 120 Linden Hall Road. This is the home course for Joseph's Catholic Adademy. Signup will be on the morning of each race; Parent/Guardian signature required! Here is the sign-up/waiver form.

AWARDS:

Ribbons are given to all runners, and the emphasis is on participation and fun.  All children are welcome (whether or not you live in the Centre Region), and there is no fee to participate. 

X-C run distances and age groups are based on National AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) standards.

Here are maps of the courses:

• 2K Course
• 3K Course
• 4K Course

 

Note: This year's start times for age groups are different from previous years!

As of 12/31/23, if you are:	Your X-C age group is:	X-C Distance	Start Time
8 years old or younger	Primary	2K (1.2 miles)	9:00 AM
9 or 10 years old	Bantam	3K (1.8 miles)	9:30 AM
11 or 12 years old	Midget	3K (1.8 miles)	9:30 AM
13 or 14 years old	Youth	4K (2.4 miles)	8:30 AM

Note: A mix of running/jogging/walking is certainly o.k.  We have had children much younger than 8 years old participate,  along with a parent or older sibling.  It's all about exposure to X-C, having fun, and talking pride in a solid accomplishment!

Questions?  Contact -

• Greg Fredericks (814) 466-6976    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Liz Kisenwether  (814) 571-3487   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

See the Fall Schedule .
See past youth cross-country results.