Cross Country is a summer sport played out in the fall. Ever heard this mantra before??? Of course you have! Back for its 2nd year, we have an incredible way to enhance the enjoyment of those summer miles. We, NHXCTF, Marathon Sports, Portsmouth HS and Speed Sport Timing are offering the Summer Nights 5ks (w/other events) August 14th, the Friday before the season officially begins. Yep, twilight races!!! Last year, athletes used this mostly as a fitness check to see how much they benefitted from the summer months of miles – confidence builder into the season! Some used it as a workout by pacing younger runners while others participated to simply have a blast!! In addition, we have shorter races for younger athletes as well as a 5k open to runners of all ages interested in seeing how fast they can go on the track. Entry fees will be low, awards to the top three of each race, merch and other potential giveaways will be part of this event.
To also help you prepare for the season, Portsmouth’s Marathon Sports is offering a “Summer Nights Group Run” on Friday, July 31st! While this night is focused on the aspiring high school runner preparing for cross country, anyone can attend! Kids, bring family, friends, those cousins visiting from out of town! Come run and then take advantage of the Summer Night experience (akin to Team Night) at the Marathon Sports store including storewide discounts, giveaways, and potential demos.
Order of Summer Events
Summer Night Group Run
Friday July 31st @ Portsmouth Marathon Sports Store
- 6:00-8:00pm – – 6pm group run begins 3-4 miles with Team Night Experience after
- 15% off for all attendees
- Vendors!
- Giveaway via a raffle
- Davio (@NHXCTF) will be filming for his latest reel!
Summer Nights 5ks
Friday August 14th @ Portsmouth HS (rain date Saturday August 16th)
6pm Race Day Reg/7pm Start
- Youth 800
- Middle School Mile
- Open 5k
- High School Girls then Boys 5ks
Registration Link – coming soon
Yes we will be livestreaming!
