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Philadelphia Catholic League Alumni Cross Country 5K

West Philadelphia, United States • 18 Oct 2025

The Philadelphia Catholic League Alumni Cross Country 5K is an all-comers cross country race held at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia (2075 Belmont Avenue, 19131). The 5K event serves as a prelude to the Philadelphia Catholic League Cross Country Championship and takes place rain or shine, on the Hills of Belmont Plateau Park. Runners experience a challenging course alongside high school championship races.

Awards go to the top ten men and women, and top five Masters (ages 40+). Alumni teams compete for Men’s or Women’s PCL Team Champion titles, with a perpetual plaque for the winning team scorer. Meet records: John Butler (15:23) and Rene Gunning (17:16). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania West Philadelphia

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