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MCCS Race Schedule

Marine Dome, Bldg 287 • Berna Crosby, Special Events Coordinator • (252) 466-2208

We are proud to announce our tentative race schedule for 2010. We have made every effort to ensure a great race venue for each & every race. We reserve the right to make changes to the schedule.

 

Sprint Triathlon/Relay Map

:: Click here for a printable registration form ::
2010 Race Series:
**Half Marathon - Saturday, March 27 - check-in: 0600-0700 - race starts: 0700
This is a kinder and shorter race. Meet us at "Sunset Park" for a 13.1 mile course that takes runners through many scenic areas aboard MCAS Cherry Point. Check in: 0600-0700; Race starts: 0730. Early Registration: Until March 6 - $25 (All Hands) Active Duty: $10; March 7-13 - $40 (All Hands) Active Duty: $20.  Location: Sunset Park; Rain Date: Sunday, March 28
Deadline: Saturday, March 13 ** No registrations accepted after the deadline
Warrior's Cup - Friday, April 30 - check-in: 0600-0700 - race starts: 0730
Teams (consist of 12 members) competes in Ammo Box Relay, 7 Ton Pull, Tug-of-War, Dizzy Izzy, Fireman Carry, Flak Jacket Relay, Rifle Disassembly/Assembly, Paintball, Tug-of-War (Single Elimination) Registration Fee: FREE. Location: Multi-Purpose Field
Deadline: Friday, April 16
Blackjack 21 Fun Run/Walk - Wed., May 12 - check-in: 1030-1130 - race starts: noon
Do you feel lucky? Change, keep or collect cards along the race at designated locations. Score 21 playing Blackjack during the race and receive a commemorative t-shirt and a surprise. Registration Fee: FREE. Location: PFT Course
Deadline: Wednesday, April 28
**Piranha Pit Bike Challenge - Sat., June 19- check-in: 0630-0730 - race starts: 0800
This event is a 7 mile extreme off road bike course over different kinds of terrain. Early Registration: Until May 29 - $25 (All Hands) Active Duty: $10; May 30-June 5 - $40 (All Hands) Active Duty: $20.  Location: Sunset Park; Rain Date: Sunday, March 28
Deadline: Saturday, June 5 . Rain Date: Sunday, June 20  ** No registrations accepted after the deadline.
Kids' Health & Fitness Fair - Friday, July 9 - 1000-noon
Come and let us help your children learn about their bodies & enjoy fun & educational activities. A variety of health & safety information for parents will be available. Registration Fee: FREE. Location: Station Theater on Roosevelt Blvd.
**Sprint Triathlon/Relay Triathlon - Sat., Aug. 21- check-in: 0600-0700 - race starts: 0800
This event combines swimming (400 meters), Biking (10 miles) in a single event. This event is open to teams of 3 or any individuals who want to take it all on. Early Registration: Until July 31 - $25 (All Hands) Active Duty: $10, Trems: $80.00; August 1-7 - $40 (All Hands) Active Duty: $20, Teams: $95.  Location: Hancock Pool; Rain Date: Sunday, August 22
Deadline: Saturday, August 7 ** No registrations accepted after the deadline.
**Duathlon/Relay - Sat., Sept. 18 - check-in: 0600-0700 - race starts: 0730
This event combines running (3 miles), biking (10 miles) & running (3 miles) in a single event. Early Registration: Until August 28 - $25 (All Hands) Active Duty: $10, Teams: $80; August 1-7 - $40 (All Hands) Active Duty: $20, Teams: $95.  Location: Hancock Pool; Rain Date: Sunday, September 19
Deadline: Saturday, September 4 ** No registrations accepted after the deadline.
All Terrain Unit Competition - Sat., Sept. 18 - check-in: 0630-0730 - race starts: 0800
10-Persons team competes in a continuous relay style to accomplish the mission to WIN! Distance 4-8 miles. Registration Fee: Free to Active Duty.  Location: Piranha Pit Gazebo
Deadline: Friday, October 15
2010 Marine Corps Grand Prix Series

The 2010 Marine Corps Grand Prix Series offers a variety of events and a unique opportunity for individuals of all backgrounds. The series includes the following events at Cherry Point:  Half Marathon, Sprint Triathlon, Piranha Pit Bike Challenge and Duathlon.

For additional information concerning the Grand Prix series, contact Event Coordinator Mike Marion at (910) 451-0092,email marionmj@usmc-mccs.org or go to http://www.mccslejeune.com/grandprix/index.html.

 


 

You can also register at active.com


*Events Are Open to the Public.
Commemorative T-shirts will be guaranteed to participants who register
by deadline (Half Marathon/ Sprint Triathlon/Relay/ Duathlon Relay).
**Note - Number of participants registered determines status of event.

MCGPS - Event is part of Marine Corps Grand Prix Series.
 

::click here for a printable 2010 Race Calendar::

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