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Name: Gary Smith All-Comers XC Meet
Start: 2026-08-06
End: 2026-08-06
Location: Westerville

Westerville, United States • 6 Aug 2026

Gary Smith All-Comers XC Meet

The Gary Smith All-Comers XC Meet is a cross country event taking place in Westerville, Ohio at 950 County Line Rd on August 6, 2026. Organizers include Fleet Feet and the Columbus Track Club. The meet features multiple short races for school-age athletes and an open adults race.

Races and distances

Little Ones (Grades 3 and under): 1 mile
Grades 4-6 Boys and Girls: 2 miles
Grades 7-8 Girls: 2 miles
Grades 7-8 Boys: 2 miles
Grades 9-10 Girls: 2 miles
Grades 9-10 Boys: 2 miles
Grades 11-12 Girls Under the Lights: 2 miles
Grades 11-12 Boys Under the Lights: 2 miles
All-Comers adults: 2 miles

Registration for the event is free. Registration opens August 8, 2025 and closes August 6, 2026. For 2026, all participants must register individually. Team uniforms and team tents are not permitted in accordance with OHSAA regulations. The adults All-Comers two mile includes prize money for top finishers as noted by the organizers. The meet lists participation categories that include parents, coaches, and post-collegiate athletes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Westerville

Race information

Registration

All-Comers (adults)

Grades 11-12 Boys Under the Lights

Grades 11-12 Girls Under the Lights

Grades 4-6 Boys and Girls

Grades 7-8 Boys

Grades 7-8 Girls

Grades 9-10 Boys

Grades 9-10 Girls

Little Ones (grades 3 and Under)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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