Meet Information
Go the distance at the 20th Annual Disney Cross Country Classic presented by New Balance. This popular annual event attracts numerous Colleges, High Schools, and Middle Schools from around the country. The fast courses provide athletes a variety of terrain and a unique view of ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
*New for 2015, an Upper Elementary School Division has been added. This will be a 2K race for 3rd-5th graders.*
EVENT CONTACT INFO
Website - www.disneycrosscountry.com
Phone - 407-938-3803
E-Mail - wdw.sports.tfcc@disneysports.com
This event is a Super Qualifier for the Florida Middle School State Championship.
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PARTICIPATING TEAMS - As of 8/24/2015
HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE
MIDDLE SCHOOL
2015 SCHEDULE:
Downloadable Schedule
Registration/packet pick-up:
Friday, October 9: 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, October 10: 6:00am-9:30am
Friday, October 9th - The Heroes
3:00 Mulan Division (1A/2A JV Girls 5K)
3:25 Hercules Divison (1A/2A JV Boys 5K)
3:50 Pocahontas Division (1A Varsity Girls 5K)
4:15 Jasmine Division (2A Varsity Girls 5K)
4:40 Peter Pan Division (1A Varsity Boys 5K)
5:05 Robin Hood Division (2A Varsity Boys 5K)
5:35 - Olaf Division (Upper Elementary Coed 2K)
5:55 Ariel Division (Middle School Girls 3K)
6:15 Buzz Lightyear Division (Middle School Boys 3K)
6:40 Beast Division (Coed Open Race 5K)
Saturday, October 10th - The Villains
7:40 - Scar Division (College Men 8K)
8:20 - Ursula Division (College Women 5K)
8:50 Maleficent Division (Elite HS Varsity Girls)
9:20 Hades Division (Elite HS Varsity Boys)
9:45 Queen of Hearts Division (3A Varsity Girls)
10:10 Cruella De Vil Division (4A Varsity Girls)
10:35 - Captain Hook Division (3A Varsity Boys)
11:00 - Jafar Division (4A Varsity Boys)
11:25 Lady Tremaine Division (3A/4A JV Girls)
11:55 Shere Khan Division (3A/4A JV Boys)
High School coaches should determine which division their schools should compete in based on the breakdown of enrollment numbers.
High School Enrollment (9-12 grade only):
1A up to 493 students (1 470)
2A 493 1525 students
3A 1526 2092 students
4A 2092 + students
Elite HS - Contact meet director for consideration
Middle School - 5th - 8th grade
Upper Elementary - 3rd - 5th grade
ELIGIBILITY:
Upper Elementary School: Elementary school athletes in grades 3-5. Teams and individual athletes are allowed in the upper elementary school division.
Middle School: Middle school athletes in grades 5-8. Teams and individual athletes are allowed in the middle school division.
High School: Must be a current member of your state High School Athletic Association (http://www.nfhs.org/stateoff.aspx) as well as under the rules of the National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS), and be able to compete according to your states rules and regulations. Only grades 9 through 12 are eligible to participate according to NFHS sanctioning guidelines. Teams are responsible for verifying their teams eligibility prior to registering or making travel arrangements. Teams only, no unattached or individual athletes. Teams that are not a member of their state high school association may enter the Open Race as a club team.
College / University: Must be a currently eligible athlete representing a NCAA, NAIA, or Junior College, or NCCAA member Institution.
Open Race: Athletes ages 11 and up may compete in the Open Race. Club teams and high school teams that are not a member of their state high school association may enter the Open Race. First place team awards will be added for the Open Race if enough teams register.
REGISTRATION:
High School Registration (Grades 9-12 only)
Middle/Upper Elementary School Registration
College Registration
Open Race - 5K Registration
ENTRY FEES
High School/College Entry Fees (per team/per gender):
Early Registration Fee: $75* per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $95* per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $120* per gender if paid September 24 through October 5 *Up to 20 runners per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per gender maximum
Middle School/Upper Elementary School Fees (per team/per gender):
Early Registration Fee: $65* per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $85* per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $100* per gender if paid September 24 through October 5
Individual Athlete: $25
*Up to 20 runners per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per gender maximum
High School/Middle School Combo (per school/per gender):
For schools bringing both a high school team and middle school team, please used fees listed below.
Early Registration Fee: $115* per school per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $155* per school per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $195* per school per gender if paid September 24 through October 5 *Up to 20 runners per team per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per team per gender maximum
Open 5K Race Entry Fee:
Registration Fee: $25*
*If entering a team in the open/club division, refer to team fees listed above.
Entry Deadline October 5, 2015
PAYMENT:
Open Race/Individual Middle School athletes must pay online via the payment link provided below after registering online through Direct Athletics. Payment for open/individual athletes is due within 24 hours of registering.
Teams may pay online or via school check. No personal checks are accepted.
HIGH SCHOOL PAYMENT LINK
MIDDLE SCHOOL PAYMENT LINK
COLLEGE/OPEN 5K PAYMENT LINK
Teams paying registration fees via school check may mail payment to the address below:
Via Regular Mail:
Disney Sports Attractions - Cross Country Classic
P.O Box 470847
Celebration, FL 34747
Via FedEx/UPS/DHL:
Disney Sports Attractions
Attn: Linda Campbell
3281 Sherberth Rd.
Kissimmee, FL 34747
407-938-3466
TRAVEL PACKAGES:
Teams participating in the Disney Cross Country Classic may book specially priced Disney hotel and theme park ticket packages through Disney Sports Travel by calling 407-939-7810 Option 3. Room only options are available. Please call soon as rooms go quickly!
PASTA PARTY*
Location: Champion Stadium
Date: Friday, October 9, 2015
Time: 6:00 8:00 pm
Cost: $28 pre-purchase, $35 day of party (based on availability)
Athletes, coaches, and race spectators everyone's invited to be a part of the fun during our Cross Country Classic Pasta Party, 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 9, 2015 at Champion Stadium at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex!
Treat yourself to a scrumptious buffet dinner including mixed greens, smashed potatoes, panko-baked pasta, chicken with marinara sauce, rolls and drinks.
Kick off race weekend with a live DJ, meet your favorite Disney characters, enjoy a delicious dinner and take in all of the Disney magic. Tickets are $28 for pre-purchase and $35 on the day of party (based on availability at Welcome Center). Get your tickets today through the Bolt Online Ticket Store; it's a celebration you won't want to miss!
*Please note that the Disney Cross Country Classic Pasta Party elements, including but not limited to participating locations, menus, attractions and entertainment are subject to availability and may change or be canceled without notice. Standard ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Admission Tickets will not allow Guests to attend the Disney Cross Country Classic Pasta Party. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Restrictions may apply.
*New for 2015, an Upper Elementary School Division has been added. This will be a 2K race for 3rd-5th graders.*
EVENT CONTACT INFO
Website - www.disneycrosscountry.com
Phone - 407-938-3803
E-Mail - wdw.sports.tfcc@disneysports.com
This event is a Super Qualifier for the Florida Middle School State Championship.
____________________________________________________________
PARTICIPATING TEAMS - As of 8/24/2015
HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE
MIDDLE SCHOOL
2015 SCHEDULE:
Downloadable Schedule
Registration/packet pick-up:
Friday, October 9: 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, October 10: 6:00am-9:30am
Friday, October 9th - The Heroes
3:00 Mulan Division (1A/2A JV Girls 5K)
3:25 Hercules Divison (1A/2A JV Boys 5K)
3:50 Pocahontas Division (1A Varsity Girls 5K)
4:15 Jasmine Division (2A Varsity Girls 5K)
4:40 Peter Pan Division (1A Varsity Boys 5K)
5:05 Robin Hood Division (2A Varsity Boys 5K)
5:35 - Olaf Division (Upper Elementary Coed 2K)
5:55 Ariel Division (Middle School Girls 3K)
6:15 Buzz Lightyear Division (Middle School Boys 3K)
6:40 Beast Division (Coed Open Race 5K)
Saturday, October 10th - The Villains
7:40 - Scar Division (College Men 8K)
8:20 - Ursula Division (College Women 5K)
8:50 Maleficent Division (Elite HS Varsity Girls)
9:20 Hades Division (Elite HS Varsity Boys)
9:45 Queen of Hearts Division (3A Varsity Girls)
10:10 Cruella De Vil Division (4A Varsity Girls)
10:35 - Captain Hook Division (3A Varsity Boys)
11:00 - Jafar Division (4A Varsity Boys)
11:25 Lady Tremaine Division (3A/4A JV Girls)
11:55 Shere Khan Division (3A/4A JV Boys)
High School coaches should determine which division their schools should compete in based on the breakdown of enrollment numbers.
High School Enrollment (9-12 grade only):
1A up to 493 students (1 470)
2A 493 1525 students
3A 1526 2092 students
4A 2092 + students
Elite HS - Contact meet director for consideration
Middle School - 5th - 8th grade
Upper Elementary - 3rd - 5th grade
* Schedule subject to change. Be sure to check updated schedule at registration.
* To be eligible to compete in the High School division, your team must be eligible to compete according to your official state high school athletic association per NFHS guidelines. Only athletes in grades 9 through 12 are eligible to compete in the high school division. See www.disneycrosscountry.com for complete eligibility requirements. No unattached or individual high school athletes.
ELIGIBILITY:
Upper Elementary School: Elementary school athletes in grades 3-5. Teams and individual athletes are allowed in the upper elementary school division.
Middle School: Middle school athletes in grades 5-8. Teams and individual athletes are allowed in the middle school division.
High School: Must be a current member of your state High School Athletic Association (http://www.nfhs.org/stateoff.aspx) as well as under the rules of the National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS), and be able to compete according to your states rules and regulations. Only grades 9 through 12 are eligible to participate according to NFHS sanctioning guidelines. Teams are responsible for verifying their teams eligibility prior to registering or making travel arrangements. Teams only, no unattached or individual athletes. Teams that are not a member of their state high school association may enter the Open Race as a club team.
College / University: Must be a currently eligible athlete representing a NCAA, NAIA, or Junior College, or NCCAA member Institution.
Open Race: Athletes ages 11 and up may compete in the Open Race. Club teams and high school teams that are not a member of their state high school association may enter the Open Race. First place team awards will be added for the Open Race if enough teams register.
REGISTRATION:
High School Registration (Grades 9-12 only)
Middle/Upper Elementary School Registration
College Registration
Open Race - 5K Registration
ENTRY FEES
High School/College Entry Fees (per team/per gender):
Early Registration Fee: $75* per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $95* per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $120* per gender if paid September 24 through October 5 *Up to 20 runners per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per gender maximum
Middle School/Upper Elementary School Fees (per team/per gender):
Early Registration Fee: $65* per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $85* per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $100* per gender if paid September 24 through October 5
Individual Athlete: $25
*Up to 20 runners per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per gender maximum
High School/Middle School Combo (per school/per gender):
For schools bringing both a high school team and middle school team, please used fees listed below.
Early Registration Fee: $115* per school per gender if registered before June 30, 2015
Regular Registration Fee: $155* per school per gender if registered July 1 through September 23
Late Registration Fee: $195* per school per gender if paid September 24 through October 5 *Up to 20 runners per team per gender, $5.00 for each additional runner over the 20 runner per team per gender maximum
Open 5K Race Entry Fee:
Registration Fee: $25*
*If entering a team in the open/club division, refer to team fees listed above.
Entry Deadline October 5, 2015
PAYMENT:
Open Race/Individual Middle School athletes must pay online via the payment link provided below after registering online through Direct Athletics. Payment for open/individual athletes is due within 24 hours of registering.
Teams may pay online or via school check. No personal checks are accepted.
HIGH SCHOOL PAYMENT LINK
MIDDLE SCHOOL PAYMENT LINK
COLLEGE/OPEN 5K PAYMENT LINK
Teams paying registration fees via school check may mail payment to the address below:
Via Regular Mail:
Disney Sports Attractions - Cross Country Classic
P.O Box 470847
Celebration, FL 34747
Via FedEx/UPS/DHL:
Disney Sports Attractions
Attn: Linda Campbell
3281 Sherberth Rd.
Kissimmee, FL 34747
407-938-3466
TRAVEL PACKAGES:
Teams participating in the Disney Cross Country Classic may book specially priced Disney hotel and theme park ticket packages through Disney Sports Travel by calling 407-939-7810 Option 3. Room only options are available. Please call soon as rooms go quickly!
PASTA PARTY*
Location: Champion Stadium
Date: Friday, October 9, 2015
Time: 6:00 8:00 pm
Cost: $28 pre-purchase, $35 day of party (based on availability)
Athletes, coaches, and race spectators everyone's invited to be a part of the fun during our Cross Country Classic Pasta Party, 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 9, 2015 at Champion Stadium at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex!
Treat yourself to a scrumptious buffet dinner including mixed greens, smashed potatoes, panko-baked pasta, chicken with marinara sauce, rolls and drinks.
Kick off race weekend with a live DJ, meet your favorite Disney characters, enjoy a delicious dinner and take in all of the Disney magic. Tickets are $28 for pre-purchase and $35 on the day of party (based on availability at Welcome Center). Get your tickets today through the Bolt Online Ticket Store; it's a celebration you won't want to miss!
*Please note that the Disney Cross Country Classic Pasta Party elements, including but not limited to participating locations, menus, attractions and entertainment are subject to availability and may change or be canceled without notice. Standard ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Admission Tickets will not allow Guests to attend the Disney Cross Country Classic Pasta Party. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Restrictions may apply.