Corryton Possum Chase 8-Miler, 4-Miler, and 2-Miler Races

Beneficiaries

• Corryton Community Club: Committed to preserving Corryton’s rural charm and historical heritage while helping build a strong community through events, volunteerism, and education.
• Corryton Hospitality Pantry: Provides free food on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 10am to 2pm at Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church.

Place

• Location: Corryton Community Center, 9331 Davis Drive, Corryton, TN 37721

Description

• Course: Out and back course on Corryton-Luttrell Road (USATF certification 8 Mile TN15044MS, 4 Mile TN24019MS, 2 Mile TN16052MS).
• Certifications: Click 8 miler to view the USATF certification for the 8 miler, Click 4 miler for the 4 miler, and Click 2 miler for the 2 miler.
• Sanction: All courses are sanctioned by USATF.

Race Day Activities

• Date: October 24, 2026
• 8 Mile Registration: 7:00-8:15 AM Eastern Time (day registration & packet pickup)
• 4 Mile Registration: 7:00-8:25 AM Eastern Time (day registration & packet pickup)
• 2 Mile Registration: 7:00-8:35 AM Eastern Time (day registration & packet pickup)
• Race Start Times: 8:30 AM (8 mile), 8:40 AM (4 mile), 8:50 AM (2 mile)

Awards

• 8-Miler: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Awards Three Deep in Age Groups.
• 4-Miler: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher, Top M/F Master, Grandmaster, and Veteran Finisher. Rewards Three Deep in Age Groups.
• 2-Miler: Top 3 M/F Overall Finisher. Awards Three Deep in Age Groups.
• Participation: Everyone will receive a participation medal and Fastest team award plaque for all distances (requires 4 members).

Registration and Fees

• 8 Mile: $30 Adults/$25 Children under 19 by October 13: $35 Adults/$25 Children after October 13: Day of Race $40 Adults/$30 Children.
• 4 Mile: $30 Adults/$25 Children under 19 by October 13: $35 Adults/$30 Children after October 13: Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children.
• 2 Mile: $30 Adults/$25 Children under 19 by October 13: $35 Adults/$30 Children after October 13: Day of Race $40 Adults/$35 Children.

What You Will Receive

• Chip Timed Bib: Standard for traditional race.
• Event T-shirt: 50/50 blend short sleeve: options to deduct or add fees for larger sizes.
• Shirt Pickup: Must be picked up in person on race day.

Packet Pickup

• Time: On-site from 7:00 AM until 15 minutes before each event start time.

Race Etiquette

• Traffic: Roads are open to traffic: major intersections monitored by law enforcement.
• Restrictions: Prohibited: roller blades, bicycles, and dogs: headphones discouraged.
• Strollers: Allowed only on the 2-mile course, starting behind runners and walkers.

Results

• Where to Find: Complete results available on Total Race Solutions and RunSignup.

TN Race Series

• Event Series: This event is part of The Run and See Tennessee Race Series.

Contact Information

• Name: John Grigsby
• Email: john@corrytoncc.com

Facebook

• Follow: Like us on Facebook and invite your friends at Corryton 8 Miler Facebook Page.

More Information

• Race URL: For more details, visit Corryton 8 Miler.