Peoria High School Cross Country Invitational

October 2, 2021

PRE-MEET INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Coaches having questions should see Brien Dunphy in the finish area.

1)      Each coach is responsible for making sure uniform/undergarment rules are followed when their runners report to the Clerks of the Course at the starting line. When possible, runners should tuck in shirttails; bare midriffs are not allowed. The Clerks will ask that sweats be removed to check these items.

2)      Computer tags for each runner are integrated into the bib and are distributed to the head coaches in their packets.  Coaches are responsible for assuring each runner reports wearing the correct bib number, pinned in each corner to the front of the jersey.

3)      The Clerks of the Course will check in athletes in their boxes; therefore, it is very important that runners report in a timely manner, and teams report as a complete group. You should report no later than 20 minutes before race time and be done no later than 5 minutes before race time. After the runners are checked in, they may continue to prepare for the race. No runner will be allowed to start a race unless they have been properly checked in and equipped according to the Clerks of the Course.

4)      Approximately 5 minutes before race time, runners will be called to their starting boxes for final instructions. There will be no further run outs after this call. We will make every attempt to start the race exactly on time. Nothing is to be left in the starting boxes after the start of each race.

TIME SCHEDULE

5)      Runners must completely cross all finish mats to be sure the computer tags are read. Finish time will be based on the order in which the tags are read at the finish line. Finish place will be determined by video review.

6)      At the end of the meet, we will not collect bib/tags.

7)      Air horns will be used to alert athletes, coaches, and fans to clear the course in the event of lightning.  Athletes and coaches are advised to seek shelter in their buses. Listen for announcements to return to the course.

     Thank you. Enjoy the meet!