Rapides Junior Runners Fall Series

Rapides Junior Runners Fall Series

The Rapides Junior Runners Fall Series provides 4 races in late August thru October for kids aged 3 to Junior High.

Race Details

• Ages: Kids aged 3 to Junior High.
• Distances: 3-5 runs a short distance for a Fun Run: 6-11 runs 1 mile: 12-14 will run 2 miles.
• Location: Ward 9 Sports Complex, 3311 Donahue Ferry Road, Pineville, LA.
• Date: August 29, 2026.

Registration Information

• One-Mile Registration: Register via runsignup.com, at Run Wild in Alexandria, or on in-person registration day.
• Two-Mile Registration: Register as an individual participant via runsignup.com or with your Junior High School coach.
• Registration for the Season: One registration is valid for the entire season.
• Additional Registration: Registration will reopen the day after each race for late registrants.

Course Information

• Course Type: A true cross-country course, closed to traffic.
• Location: Utilizes the grounds of Ward 9 Sports Complex.
• Participant Bibs: Each participant receives a chipped bib to be reused at each race.
• Replacement Bibs: Available for purchase at the race venue for a cost of $10 if misplaced.

Awards

• Finishers: Every one mile and Fun Run finisher will receive a medal at the finish line.
• Age Categories: Awards will be presented for male and female top three in each age category.
• Categories: Awards will include male and female for ages 6-11, and team awards for two-mile competitors.
• Presentation: Awards will take place following the conclusion of the 1-mile race.

Contact Information

• Follow Us: Follow Rapides Junior Runners on Facebook for updates.
• Email: For more information, email rapidesjuniorrunners@yahoo.com.

2026 Fall Series Schedule

• Race Times: 2 Mile runs first at 7:45 am, 5 and under Fun Run at approximately 8:15, 1 Mile Run at approximately 8:30.
• Arrival: Please be at race site at least 15 minutes prior to the listed race time.
• Registration Dates: August 26, 2026 - Course survey and in-person registration at 4:00-6:00 pm.
• Upcoming Races: August 29 (Race 1), September 12 (Race 2), October 17 (Race 3), October 31 (Race 4).

State Championship

November 7 is the Louisiana State Championship race for 1 and 2 milers. This race will require an additional $15 registration - optional.