Columbus East High School

Columbus East Boys Cross Country - Regional Meet Fan Guide When & Where: Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026. Location: Crawford County High School. Address: 1130 S. St. Rd. 66, Marengo, IN 47140 Schedule of Events (All times are Eastern Time): High School Girls Race: 10:30 AM. High School Boys Race: 11:15 AM. Awards Presentation: 12:00 noon. The presentation will take place at the Football Field Bleachers. Fans are asked to sit in the bleachers, as teams will be seated on the track surrounding the awards area. Admission & Ticketing: Cost: Tickets are $10 per person. Children aged 5 and younger are admitted for free. How to Purchase: Tickets are sold as one single session for both races. Digital tickets can be purchased in advance via Eventlink and must be presented on your mobile phone at the gate for admission. A cash option is also available at each gate entrance. EventLink Ticket Link: Will post when available. Entrances: There are three ticket entrances available for fans, which are located next to general parking areas. Course Information: Terrain: The Michael Esarey Cross Country Course is a true cross-country track that consists of rolling to hilly terrain, sharp turns, and wooded sections. Layout: The race is a two-lap course. The opening section is a new "start" area that lasts roughly 650 meters before jumping into the main loops. Markings: Distance markers are located at every mile and every 1000 meters. Please look for the BROWN signs, which specifically designate the High School course markers. Turns are marked with red and yellow markers. Amenities: Concessions: A variety of foods will be available for purchase at the concessions. Apparel: Official IHSAA championship merchandise provided by E.A. Graphics will be available to purchase. Restrooms: Facilities are located at the course and inside the Crawford County Fieldhouse. Additional porta-pots are available at the start line and behind the tennis courts. Spectator Guidelines & Rules: Photography: Individual spectators are authorized to take still photographs for strictly personal use. All still photography must be conducted from the seating area or a designated space if available. Video Recording: Personal filming, videotaping, and audio taping of the event require advanced permission. Drones (UAVs): The use of drones is strictly prohibited at or about the tournament site during the event, as well as within 30 minutes of the event. Advancement to State Finals (What's at Stake): The top 15 individuals from non-advancing teams will advance to the IHSAA State Finals. The first 5 qualifying teams from this Regional will also advance to the State Finals. Good luck Olympians!