Updated: September 04, 2020 Subject to update.
and the 10th annual Pepsi Challenge
* to Jackie Burch, DeWayne Davis, the H.A. Alexander Parks and Rec. Dept., and DeAngelo McDaniel and the entire MPRD staff.
BEST PRACTICES - re: Covid
* to the Director of Safety/Medical Operations: Stacy Rose and also to Greg's Ambulance Service
* to the volunteers and parents of Lawrence County High School Cross Country for hosting today's event.
* to the record setting 48 schools around north Alabama, that are attending today.
* to our sponsors PEPSI Cola of Decatur and the City of Moulton for sponsoring today's meet.
* Other sponsors: Lovelady Team Century 21 - Latosha Lovelady, Joiner Mattress Co. - Tommy and Libby Joiner, Ink and Thread, TVM General Contractor - Latasha White, and the Marlee Sutton Foundation.
* Encore for assisting us with today's race.
* to the Moulton Police Dept. for providing security today.
The state health order requires players, coaches, officials, and spectators to refrain from congregating within 6 feet of a person from another household except to the extent necessary for players, coaches, and officials to directly participate in the athletic activity.
Spectators are reminded to not congregate within 6 feet of a person from another household, use proper face masking, wash hands, sneeze into elbows, and to be aware of others around you. Furthermore, spectators shall wear a mask or other facial covering that covers his or her nostrils and mouth at all times while within 6 feet of a person from another household.
We remind runners that they should refrain from high fives, handshakes, and other physical contact. Runners may wear a mask up to the start line and affix it to their person while running and then wear mask again upon completion of the race.
* We are sanctioned by the AHSAA and follow their standards, therefore out-of-state private schools must multiply enrollment by 1.35% (grades 10-12) to determine division.
To determine division for out of state public schools:
Small School division: (5K Course) 373 students or less in grades 10-12 (Alabama: 1A-4A)
Large School Division: (5K Course) 374 students or more in grades 10-12 (Alabama 5A-7A)
RACE / TEAM INSTRUCTION:
* NO COACHES MEETING TODAY
* Race course CLOSES for Preview at 8:15AM. Keep the trails CLEAR for designated races!
* Coaches should use good judgement in setting up team tents in regards to social distancing.
* We are using electronic chips. Runners make sure the bib # and the chip # match. Each runners name is listed on your bib. Make sure the chips are zip tied securely to your shoes. Insert the zip-tie tip through the flat side as in these pics.
After the race, timing chips will NOT be taken off at the finish chute. Coaches will return race packets including race chips to the registration tent after completion of the race. DO NOT STOP IN THE CHUTE.
* Coaches please return all unused chips, packets, and any unused materials immediately. THIS IS MANDATORY!
* If a runner's chip does not scan, please DO NOT report it to the timer, report it to the registration tent (near the finish line) and we will gladly correct the error if needed.
* Coaches, have your runners move on through the finish chute quickly.
* The starting line management staff will notifiy teams when the team may approach the starting zone (10 minutes BEFORE schedule start time ) Only coaches, runners and race staff will be allowed access to the starting line.
* Runners may wear a mask into the starting box, secure in hand while running or on shorts, and put back on while in the finish chute.
* Complete results from todays race will be posted at/or live at
* Xpress Live Results Page HERE
* Kona Shaved Ice is here today.
* Runners must be at the starting line 5 minutes prior to your race time. Race line officials will LET YOU KNOW when you may approach the Start Line.
* Coaches will draw for starting boxes at Registration/Packet Pickup.
* Course is well marked.
* Please pick up all garbage around your team tent before you leave. You should have a garbage bag in your packet.
* Current Non-Runners must stay off of the start line and off the course.
* The starting line will be wider than usual.
* Finish chute will be lengthened and widen. Also, the finish chute will be barricaded whereas there will be a 10 ft distance between the finish line fencing and spectators.
* The Moulton Park and Recreation Dept's staff will be on site helping sanitizing the venue throughout the event. The portable toilets are cleaned according to CDC guidelines.
* Coaches should use good judgement in setting up team tents in regards to social distancing. In addition to the usual team tent set up area, please use the area along the creek, along the fence, across the bridge at the creek and north of the park toward the switch backs.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
* Restrooms are located by the splash-pad, and we have portables in the parking lot. Possible facilities across the street in the bandroom.
* All coaches, family members, non-current runners, and spectators must stay off of the race course, off of the start line, and out of the finish chute. Keep the course clear at all times. Runners could be disqualified due to interference.
* Please be aware of your surroundings and make room for emergency personnel trying to get runners out of the course.
* EMT's will be stationed over the course and at the ambulance which will be stationed in the parking lot.
* ALL VEHICLES must be out of the park/course-race area by 7am. You must park in regular parking.
* Stay Out of the Splash Pad.
RESULTS
* xpresstiming.com.
AWARDS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
* The awards may be picked up by the coach at registration/packet pickup.
* Trophies awarded to the TOP 3 Teams in each division
* T-Shirts awarded to the TOP 15 finishers in each division
* Special Awards awarded to the TOP 6 finishers in each division
CONCESSIONS:
* Concessions available.
PEPSI CHALLENGE CONTACT INFO:
Coach: Stan Johnson
Email: neverquitsj@aol.com
Cell: (256) 566-4410