2) Runners must remain on the cart path at all times. Runners are not allowed to run at any point on the golf course.
3) Race Director, the Race Committee, and Ford's Colony reserve the right to reject an application or remove any participant from the course at our discretion.
4) All race entries are final. No refunds will be provided should you have to cancel.
5) Transfer of race numbers is strictly prohibited. Anytime a runner uses another person's number, it causes concern for a race director. For your safety, we need to know who is in the race, and who should be contacted in the event of an emergency. In addition race results are adversely affected from this, which can cause awards errors in a small race. Please help us enforce this rule, by not giving your number away.
6) There are no pacers or bandits allowed in the race. Any runner found on the course without a number will be removed. Any extra runners entering the race takes away from those that paid to run.
7) Once you cross the finish line, runners must proceed towards to club house. This is important as we cannot have a crowd congregate beside the 18th fairway and green. Please respect this rule. Even if your friend is just a few minutes behind you, please head towards the clubhouse and meet them there.
8) The cart paths are wide, and frequently allow for 3-4 runners wide, but we still request runners to not block the path running three runners across. Show courtesy to runners when passing, by announcing your arrival behind them. When getting passed, move to the right side of the path to allow the faster runner by. This will help ensure a safe race for everyone.
9) Runners will pass two water stops for the 10k and one for the 5k. If you feel you will need aid more often, please bring your own water bottle, or hydration system. September can bring hot weather, so please pay attention to the weather forecasts, and use your best judgment.
10) Per our liability insurance through Road Runner Club of America, headphones cannot be worn
The Awards:
Overall awards will be given in both the 5k and the 10k races. Awards are planned three deep in the following categories for both men and women:
- Overall;
- Masters;
- 12 and under;
- 13-19;
- 20-29;
- 30-39;
- 40-49;
- 50-59;
- 60 and over.
Awards will begin at the conclusion of the 10k. Yes, you may need to wait a bit for the awards to occur, but please stick around and enjoy the friendship with the other runners. Runners will only receive one award (i.e. overall winners do not also receive age group awards)
"Prize Money" and More:
Raleigh Running Outfitters will provide multiple in-store gift certificates to the winners in the Ford's Colony 5k and 10k. This is in addition to the custom medals that will be distributed.
Ford's Colony 10k: (all amounts below are in-store Gift Certificates)
- $100 Premium - first man to break 37:00 & woman 41:00
- $100 First Overall
- $75 Second Overall
- $50 Third Overall
- $50 Masters Winner
- $20 Age Group Winners (seven age groups)
Ford's Colony 5k: (all amounts below are in-store Gift Certificates)
- $100 Premium - first man to break 17:00 & woman 19:00.
- $75 First Overall
- $50 Second Overall
- $30 Third Overall
- $30 Masters Winner
- $15 Age Group Winner (seven age groups)
Ford's Colony Rocky Mount will also provide two free rounds of golf to the overall men and women's winners in both the 5k and 10k. Check back soon for more details.
Premiums Paid for Speed:
Raleigh Running Outfitters has agreed to offer "Cash" incentives (store gift cards) for premium times in this years Ford's Colony Races. Individuals in each of the following four categories can win a $100 gift card towards any purchase at Raleigh Running Outfitters:
- 5k Men: 1st person to break 17:00
- 5k Women: 1st person to break 19:00
- 10k Men: 1st person to break 37:00
- 10k Women: 1st person to break 41:00
These are aggressive time goals, but can certainly be reached. There will also be gift cards offered to the winners of each age group category as well. Stay tuned for more details on these prizes.
