Eligibility Requirements

In addition to correctly entering the meet, the following criteria must also be met:

• Only citizens of the United States are eligible to compete in the 30 km Championship race. See the USATF Rules for more information and exceptions.
• Female athletes must be 14 years or older and male athletes must be 16 years or older on the day of competition.
• All athletes must be 2003 members of USATF in good standing. USATF memberships may be purchased online, through your local Association Office, or by calling the USATF National Headquarters at 317-261-0500.

Special notes for the 20 km invitational:

• The 20 km race is open to all athletes who have previously or are now capable of meeting the following standards: Men 1:50:00, Women 2:00:00.