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Get ready to lace up your running shoes because the excitement of the BEST National Youth Cross Country Championships is returning in 2026! Mark your calendars for November 21, 2026, and set your sights on the stunning trails of Cedarville University in Cedarville, OH. Whether you're aiming to break your personal best or experience the thrill of the race atmosphere for the first time, this event promises to deliver an unforgettable day of competition and camaraderie. Keep your eyes peeled in the coming months for all the essential details, including qualifying meets and standards. We're laying the groundwork for what's sure to be a spectacular sporting celebration, and we can't wait to see the nation's top young talent come together. Don't miss out; information is on the way – be a part of it!
Boys 6-8, Boys 9-10, Boys 11-12, and 10 more
Sat, Nov 21, 2026
Cedarville, United States
Where and when
Location: 251 N Main St, Cedarville, OH 45314, USA
Start times:
- Boys 6-8: 10:25 AM
- Boys 9-10: 11:45 AM
- Boys 11-12: 12:45 PM
- Boys 13-14: 1:45 PM
- Boys 15-16: 9:30 AM
- Boys 17-18: 9:30 AM
- Girls 6-8: 10:00 AM
- Girls 9-10: 11:15 AM
- Girls 11-12: 12:15 PM
- Girls 13-14: 1:45 PM
- Girls 15-16: 9:00 AM
- Girls 17-18: 9:00 AM
- Race of the Americas (8 & Under) 1K: 10:45 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Cross Country Coaches National Youth Championships