Races
The Sunflower Striders Running Club Timing Fee's:
Non Member - $1.00 per entrant
Member - $0.50 per entrant
Includes timing only, timing and scoring, or scoring only. The fee will be for the total number of participants registered at the time the race is to begin.
Pre-registered entrant data will need to be forwarded to Norma Weiser at least three days before the event for races to be timed and/or scored. Please contact Norma at 640-3102 or n.weiser@cox.net.
Beginning in 2012, the Sunflower Striders recommend race directors volunteer at one or more local race(s) prior to your event each year. Doing so will help race directors further understand the importance of providing complete and accurate entrant data both before and on the day of the race as well as the functions of timing, finish line operation, and compiling results for an event on race day. Volunteers may include one or more individuals associated with an event in place of the race director/organizer. With over 30 local events on the calendar each year, there are ample opportunities to help other races be successful. Volunteering at the club’s Topeka to Auburn ½ marathon in January, which is the first race of the year, is also an option for fulfilling this request.
Race directors are encouraged to provide detailed information regarding their events to striders@sunflowerstriders.org to have their race posted on the Sunflower Striders’ race calendar.
LifeCare Fitness Center Team/Individual Triathlon
Distances of this event are 400 meter swim, 10 mile bike and 5k run.
The Double Double Road Race
This unique event is two races in one similar to a football or basketball game; a 10k followed by a halftime recovery, then a 5K. Runners may enter individually and/or as part of several competitive team categories.
Lenexa Freedom Run 5k and 10k
35th annual Independence Day race at Old Town Lenexa
Lake Sherwood 4th of July Run
Get Independence Day started on the right foot with an approximate 6 mile time-predict run around Lake Sherwood. Time pieces are not allowed to be eligible to win prizes for those who finish closest to their predicted time.
Darren Sproles 5k Run/Walk
This events raises money for the Sproles Empowered Youth Organization and features lots of activities for all ages race morning.
2013 Fiesta Mexicana Run Walk
July 6 - Oakland Community Center - Topeka, KS
Horsethief Run 5k
July 13 - Eudora, KS
Sunflower State Games 5k/10k
A return to Saturday morning and a new venue highlight the 24th edition of this statewide competition. The Athlete Festival will once again be part of the morning's festivities
Amelia Earhart 8k and 2k Fun Run
This is the 16th annual race held in conjunction with the Amelia Earhart festival.
Kansas City Cross Country Open Championship 5k
This event is open to all runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
LifeCare Fitness Center Triathlon
Distances for this event are 400 meter swim, 10K bike and 2.5k run.
Sunflower State Games Cross Country 5k
This championship race is held on one of the most challenging and aesthetically beautiful courses in Kansas.
Big Shunga 8K Run & 5K Walk
Topeka West sponsored event held on the unpaved trails through Felker and Big Shunga Parks and along the paved Shunga Trail.The race has moved back to early August and the 8K distance has returned.
Farmstead Stampede 5k Run/Walk
Yet another MARA Grand Prix 5k race.
Getting Up From the Fall 5k
Run or walk in honor Lila Belle, whose time on earth was cut short by epilepsy.
Cross Country Chaos
Be prepared for a fun, challenging run where you get a little dirty and muddy in the country, but get rewarded with a cold beer and cheers when you finish.
Heartland Open/Masters Outdoor Track & Field Meet
The 3000 meters on the track is a MARA Grand Prix event. Be sure to pre-register if you plan to compete at this meet.
Leawood Labor Day Run 5K
This long-standing Labor Day race is a MARA Grand Prix event.
Holy Smokin 5k
This race is part of the large Holy Smokin Jamboree held at Mother Teresa Catholic Church.
1st Annual Shawnee County Suicide Prevention Coalition 5K Run/Walk
September 14, Topeka, KS
