4-Mile Classic Road Race

The 31st Annual White River 4-Mile Classic Road Race will be held at 7:30 a.m. on 1 August, 2009. This fast-pace race is held in conjunction with the White River Water Carnival, so there will be plenty for the family to do the whole day.

The race is under the direction of the White River Roadrunners, a running club to serve the runners of North Arkansas. Information on how to become a member of the club can be found at the registration table on race day or you can call Joe Pool at (870) 793-3867 or Ken McSpadden at (870) 793-2464.

The Race is sponsored by: FutureFuel Chemical Company, Reed Physical Therapy, Rick Reed Company, and Murphy, Thompson, Arnold, Skinner & Castleberry Law Firm.

There will be prize money this year: 1st place overall winner, male and female will get $150.00, 2nd place: $100.00, and 3rd place: $50.00.

Course Records are: Male: Jacob Rotich - 19:26:95 - 2004 Female: Laura Baker - 23:29:30 - 2001

USATF certified challenging loop type 4-Mile course. Ran mostly on asphalt. One of the Arkansas Grand Prix State Championship races. USATF Certification Number: TBA.

On Friday Evening, 6:00-8:00pm, at Morningside Coffee, 616 Harrison, you will be able to pickup your bag and bib number. We will also do registration from 6-8, day of race pricing.

On Saturday morning, registration will be from 6:00 - 7:00 a.m. on day of race, at the Batesville Municipal Building, 500 E. Main in beautiful downtown Batesville, Arkansas.

T-SHIRTS: Technical T-shirts will be provided to all pre-registered runners. This year we will be providing a women's cut t-shirt to all pre-registered women who request that shirt. On day of race t-shirts will be handed out to registered runners until they run out.

There will be water and Gatorade on the course and plenty of food and drink at the end of the race.

When you finish, don't forget to stop in the 'World Famous' overhead sprinkler system. It's what sets this race apart from others that you run in the heat and humidity...very refreshing!

AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female. Three deep in the Master's (40+), Grand Masters(50+), and Seniors (60+) Division for male and female. Five-deep in the following male and female age divisions:

0 - 9	10 - 14	15 - 19	20 - 24
25 - 29	30 - 34	35- 39	40 - 44
45 - 49	50 - 54	55 - 59	60 - 64
65-69	70-74	75+

TRAIN For 4

The White River 4 Mile Classic Road Race will be celebrating its 31st running this year on August 1st. The race is one of the many events held in conjunction with the White River Carnival.

The White River RoadRunners are initiating their annual “Train for Four” training program for this year’s race. Beginning on Saturday, June, 6, the club will hold weekly training sessions for anyone wanting to train for and participate in the race. At the initial training session participants will be broke out into pace groups based on running experience and time goals. Each participant will receive a training plan to follow during the next eight weeks leading up to the race. At the Saturday morning training sessions everyone will get together for training progress updates, individual/specific training, and group runs to prepare for the race. Other group runs and training sessions will be scheduled during the week if participants want to train together.

By completing the eight week training plan, The “Train for Four” program will prepare new runners to complete the race within a 1 hour time period. It will help those with some running experience to complete the race in a 40 to 50 minute time period. The Program will begin at 8:00 am, Saturday, June 6, at the Batesville High School track. For more information contact: Robert Barber at 251-4299, Joe Pool at 793-3867, Lisa Barber at 698-0473 or Jennifer Liles-Dorris at 793-2619. Copies of our training program: 40-Minute Goal 50-Minute Goal 60-Minute Goal

NEW THIS YEAR: Chip/Tag finish line timing provide by Mac's Race Timing Service, Ken McSpadden, 870-793-2464

KIDS FUN RUN: There will be a FREE kids fun run for kids 10 and under at the end of the 4-mile race (approximately 8:30 a.m.). All kids who participate and finish will get a medal.

NOTE 1: There will be an early start for WALKERS that feel that they may need a little extra time. The early start time for WALKERS will be at 7:15. We will announce the line up time and put a "blue mark" on your bib so we can keep track and provide accurate results. See race director for any questions.

Note 2:We will have to close the course at 8:30a.m. because we have to do the kid's run, award ceremony and clean up by 10:00 for the White River Water Carnival Parade. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause for you...but we need you to run REAL fast!!!

4-Mile Classic Registration Form	4-Mile Classic Winners and Course Record
4-Mile Classic Race Results and History