Hillstriders March Madness Half Marathon
Registration
The Race event will follow the Illinois Phase 4 guidelines. If the State issues a smaller mandatory limit on gatherings the race will be cancelled. In the event of Race cancellation the participants will be allowed to defer their entry to 2022, run virtually or offer a refund minus the transaction fees.
RACE DAY IS MARCH 20th 2022
Race Start Time is 8:35am
Runner Information
You must be able to complete the March Madness half marathon in 3.5 hours or less.
Race numbers are required to participate – no bandits please.
All participants must sign the waiver!
You must be in good health and physically prepared to participate
You must show photo ID to receive your race number and timing tag.
Coaches, baby-joggers, bikes, dogs, in-line skates, skateboards or dogs will not be allowed on the course.
If you attempt to sell your race number, you may be banned from future racing.
Please Review the FAQ before completing the registration form.
Event Location
The 2022 March Madness Half Marathon Event will be held at
Cary-Grove high School.
2208 Three oaks Road
Cary, IL. 60013
The 2022 Event will be on school grounds however due to Covid restrictions there will be no indoor accommodations. This event will be completely outdoors.
Event Cancellation Information
There is NO alternate race date, We will run Rain or Shine. In case of inclement weather, COVID pandemic regulations , or any other safety issue, the Hillstriders Running club reserves the right to cancel/alter/modify the race/course for safety concerns. If the participant is not able to participate due to injury or health issues, our standard policy is no refunds or deferrals.
Packet pickup
Packet pickup options:
Saturday March 19th - 10am to 4pm - Running Depot in Crystal Lake
Sunday March 20th - 6:30am to 8:00am - Cary-Grove High School parking lot
Scholarship Fund (Fundraiser)
In 2021, the Hillstriders Running Club awarded $15,000 in scholarship money to five graduating seniors from McHenry County high schools in memory of Fritz Kauffman. A portion of the fees that are collected are used to fund the scholarship program, any donations above the race fee will directly fund the Scholarship program.
VIP Entries
Back for 2022. There will be an VIP option open during registration.
VIP Runners will receive a parking pass for dedicated parking area, complimentary coffee and private restrooms.
The fees from VIP entries will directly fund the Distance Scholarship program.
Course
The March Madness Half Marathon Course is a USATF certified course: IL-14001-JW. Water and Gatorade will be provided at 2.5 mile intervals and at the finish line. Finish line clock time will be on display for all runners. Washrooms will be on the course at 3, 5 and 9 miles. Strollers, bikes, roller blades and dogs are not allowed on the course. Course will close at 11:35 AM.
Directions
Cary is located on US Rt. 14 approximately 50 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Take US Rt. 14 west to First Street, North on First St. to Three Oaks Road. Cary-Grove High School. 2208 Three Oaks Road, Cary IL 60013
Awards and Swag
Each race participant will receive a Long Sleeve Quarter zip Tech shirt
All Finishers will receive custom March Madness Half Marathon Medal.
Awards ceremony will occur at approximately 11:00am
Overall Male and Female Winners will be awarded
Post event refreshments will be available at the finish area.
Tech Shirt Sizing
Contact information
- Event contact
- Hillstriders Running Club
- Website
- Visit website
Registration fees
VIP Registration Closed
VIP access to Parking and VIP room
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$125.00Dec 31 - Mar 19
Open Registration Closed
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$70.00Dec 31 - Mar 19
McHenry Duo Closed
2 Races Twice the fun. Spring and Fall half Marathons
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$145.00
2 Races
Dec 31 - Mar 19