Junior Achievement is hosting its first ever virtual marathon, the JA Tour of NE. This race takes participants on a virtual tour of Nebraska as they move along the 26.2-mile path that passes notable Nebraska landmarks. See Nebraska like never before from the comfort of your own home, neighborhood or gym!

Any form of exercise can be logged on our online race platform – walking, yoga, biking, yard work, etc. – so anyone at any fitness level can get involved! It’s the perfect time to come together, be fit, and have some fun for a great cause!

The JA Tour of NE runs from June 15-July 15. The cost to register is $25 and includes a virtual bib number, virtual finisher certificate, and access to the online platform to log exercise. Children 12 and under can use the code “KIDS” to receive a $10 discount. Participants can also raise additional funds to support Junior Achievement programs, with prizes available for top fundraisers.

Participants can register as an individual or form a team. Teams can be made up of friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, you name it! This is a great way to engage in community during a time when many are physically distanced.

Top contestants in four categories will be awarded prizes: Largest Team, Highest Total Mileage, Most Funds Raised, and Best Race Selfie (use hashtag #JATourofNE)

To register, visit www.racery.com and search “JA Tour of NE”. You can also visit lincoln.ja.org and click “JA Tour of NE”.

Proceeds from this virtual event will go to preparing Nebraska’s young people for their futures by providing Junior Achievement programs to K-12 students in public and parochial schools during the 2020-21 school year.

Road race down beautiful Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway featuring limestone canyon walls blanketed with coniferous and deciduous trees along Spearfish Creek.

This is the NEBRASKA MISS AMAZING (VIRTUAL) POPPIN’ 5k!!!!

Get out and run, walk or roll with the women and girls of Nebraska Miss Amazing! This virtual 5k will be held the weekend of July 24th. Don’t forget to wear some fun attire and post pictures with the hashtag #NEMissAmazingPoppin5k !

Last day to order shirts and medals will be July 15th! Get your tickets now with the link in the bio!

How much????
$15 for a single ticket OR $25 for a ticket a medal and tshirt!

** Nebraska Miss Amazing is a local non-profit that supports for women and girls with disabilities by providing opportunities to build confidence and self-esteem in a supportive environment.

DATE: Saturday, July 25, 2020

SITE: Holmes Lake (70th and Normal Blvd, Lincoln) – View Map

TIME: Run starts at 8 a.m.

• There will be a FREE PANCAKE FEED following the race!

COURSE: Will be posted when finalized.

COMPETITION FORMAT: The race will be chip timed. Faster, more competitive runners should line up near the front of the pack. The Cornhusker State Games Road Race is not a certified 5K.

AWARDS: Custom Cornhusker State Games gold, silver and bronze medals given to top three participants in each division.

IF REGISTERED BY THE DISCOUNT DEADLINE:
$20 per runner until Feb. 13
$25 per runner until March 26
$30 per runner until May 28
$35 per runner until June 28
$40 per runner until July 6

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: Competition in the 2020 Cornhusker State Games; White cotton athlete shirt (micro-fiber or soft cotton lightweight tri-blend upgrade available); Pass for free admission to SportFest, the Opening Ceremonies, and all competition venues; Sponsor gifts and coupons.

PAPER ENTRY FORMS: Paper entry forms will be accepted with a $5 processing fee. Registering online saves time, money and trees.

Sport Specific Questions: Contact Co-Director Dennis Heuke at dghikee@hotmail.com.

Online Registration/Website Questions: Contact the Cornhusker State Games office at 402-471-2544 or info@nebraskasportscouncil.com.

NOTE:  The CSG Triathlon is now a virtual run/bike biathlon.

DATE: Sunday, July 26, 2020

SITE: Holmes Lake (70th and Normal Blvd, Lincoln) – View Map

Race Maps: Will be posted when final.

TIMES:

SUPER SPRINT
Check in: 5:30 – 7 a.m. (Under tent south of transition area)
Pre-Race Meeting: 7:15 a.m.
Transition area closes at 7:15 a.m.
First Wave starts at 7:30 a.m.                                                             

Super Sprint Wave 1 | 6 to 10 Year Olds | 7:30 am
Super Sprint Wave 2 | Females 11  | 7:50 am
Super Sprint Wave 3 | Males 11 | 7:50 am

—- 25 minute delay between Super Sprint and Sprint —-            

SPRINT
Check in: 5:30 – 7:45 am (Under tent south of transition area)
Pre-Race Meeting: 8 a.m.
Transition area closes at 8 a.m.
First wave starts at 8:15 a.m.

Sprint Wave 4 | 8:15 am
Sprint Wave 5 | 8:18 am
Sprint Wave 6 | 8:21 am
Sprint Wave 7 | 8:24 am
Sprint Wave 8 | 8:27 am

RULES: USA Triathlon rules will apply. All cyclists must wear a hard-shell helmet. Wet suits and disc wheels are allowed. Center line rule will be strictly enforced.

AWARDS: Custom Cornhusker State Games gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each division.

10 & Under SUPER SPRINT

• Chip timing will be used in all races. The swim leg is a point to point 100m swim and will be lined with support craft. Swim warm-up will only be allowed before the pre-race meeting, no warm-ups allowed before the start of each wave. The cycling leg is a 7-kilometer bike around Holmes Lake and Holmes Golf Course – 70th Street to Pioneer Blvd, to 56th Street to Normal Blvd (1 lap), and the final leg is a 2-kilometer out and back run along the limestone trail around the lake. Course maps available at CornhuskerStateGames.com/Triathlon.

11 & Above SUPER SPRINT

• Chip timing will be used in all races. The swim leg is a point to point 200m swim and will be lined with support craft. Swim warm-up will only be allowed before the pre-race meeting, no warm-ups allowed before the start of each wave. The cycling leg is a 7-kilometer bike around Holmes Lake and Holmes Golf Course – 70th Street to Pioneer Blvd, to 56th Street to Normal Blvd (1 lap), and the final leg is a 2-kilometer out and back run along the limestone trail around the lake. Course maps available at CornhuskerStateGames.com/Triathlon.

SPRINT

• Chip timing will be used in all races. The swim leg is a point to point 500m swim and will be lined with support craft. Swim warm-up will only be allowed before the pre-race meeting, no warm-ups allowed before the start of each wave. The cycling leg is a 20-kilometer bike around Holmes Lake and Holmes Golf Course – 70th Street to Pioneer Blvd, to 56th Street to Normal Blvd (3 laps), and the final leg is a 5-kilometer out and back run along the limestone trail around the lake.
• Team competition consists of three members, each participating in one segment of the triathlon. Mixed teams must consist of at least one female. Teams are determined by combining the ages of all three team members. If any leg in the team competition does not finish, either or both remaining team members may complete the remaining portion BUT WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS. A wave start will be implemented by age groups (4-5 waves depending on the numbers, approx. 80 to 100 per wave)

Swim Course: Swim course may be altered due to water and/or weather conditions in a manner that will not conflict with other ongoing lake activities.

IF REGISTERED BY THE DISCOUNT DEADLINE:

Sprint Individuals 
$60 per participant until Feb. 13
$65 per participant until March 26
$70 per participant until May 28
$75 per participant until June 28
$80 per participant until July 6

Sprint Teams 
$120 per team until Feb. 13
$130 per team until March 26
$140 per team until May 28
$150 per team until June 28
$160 per team until July 6

Super Sprint Individuals 
$35 per participant until Feb. 13
$40 per participant until March 26
$45 per participant until May 28
$50 per participant until June 28
$55 per participant until July 6

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: Competition in the 2020 Cornhusker State Games; White cotton athlete shirt (micro-fiber or soft cotton lightweight tri-blend upgrade available); Pass for free admission to SportFest, the Opening Ceremonies, and all competition venues; Sponsor gifts and coupons.

PAPER ENTRY FORMS: Paper entry forms will be accepted with a $5 processing fee for individuals or a $10 processing fee per team. Registering online saves time, money and trees.

Sport Specific Questions: Contact Triathlon Sport Director Kevin Burke at kaoskb1@yahoo.com or 402-525-3959.

Online Registration/Website Questions: Contact the Cornhusker State Games office at 402-471-2544 or info@nebraskasportscouncil.com.

Attention: This event has been cancelled.

The Indie is an annual 10k/5k/kids dash running road race hosted by the Benson Neighborhood Association in conjunction with Benson Days, a family-friendly summer festival that celebrates the neighborhood’s creative culture. Because of Benson’s hilly terrain, it’s considered one of the most challenging road races in the region. Starting at the corner of Maple and 62nd again this year. Start training today and get ready to Scale the Benson Alps!