Wilmington Beach Blast Nighttime XC

Wilmington, NC
September 8, 2023

Step 1:

REGISTER
Register Your Team/Athlete on NC MileSplit

TEAM SIZES PER RACE
– Elementary, Middle School & HS Junior Varsity races are unlimited entries per team.
– HS Varsity & HS Championship Races are limited to 7 entries max.

Step 2:

PRICING
Teams with a Boys & Girls Team – $250
Single Gender Team – $125
Individual Athlete – $25

*Team price includes unlimited entries.

Step 3:

PAY FOR YOUR TEAM/ATHLETE
Payment Methods:
1) Credit Card (processing fees apply)
2) Mail a check payable to It’s Go Time
Mail to: 463 Vallie Ln, Wilmington, NC 28412
3) Bring a check payable to It’s Go Time to the meet.

When & Where

Friday, September 8, 2023

Olsen Park
5510 Olsen Park Lane
Wilmington, NC 28405

Distances

3k Middle/Elementary
5k HS Junior Varsity
5k HS Varsity
5k College
5k HS Championship

Start Times

Full Schedule is listed at bottom of page.

2021 Beach Blast XC Meet Photos

2022 Beach Blast XC Meet Results

START/FINISH LINE
-The start area is located behind the Miracle Field at Olsen Park near finish lines.

REGISTRATION
-Registration is located at the Miracle Field near the finish line.
-Only coaches are to check in athletes.

TEAM TENTS
-Team tent area is along the outside of the outfield fence at the Miracle Field.

ATHLETES & COACHES
Please check in no later than 30 minutes before your scheduled event.

OTHER INFORMATION
-Public park restrooms will be open.
-Water will not be available. Athletes need to bring their own water bottles.
-Wilmington Beach Blast XC shirts will be for sale.

About the Area

From Wilmington’s vibrant riverfront and scenic Riverwalk, to three colorful island beaches (Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach & Kure Beach), there’s something about the water here that excites and fascinates visitors. One destination with four unique settings creates a unique visitor experience. Come explore North Carolina’s most accessible coastal destination!

Elementary & Middle School 3K
• 1st Place Boys Team (Plaque & Medals)

• 1st Place Girls Team (Plaque & Medals)

High School Championship 5K
• 1st Place Boys Team (Plaque & Medals)
• 1st Place Girls Team (Plaque & Medals)

*There are no awards for JV, Varsity, or College races.

Race Swag

 Race Shirts will be sold at the meet starting at 4 PM  near Registration.  Shirts sell out every year.

Olsen Park, Home to the NCISAA State Championship, Mideastern Conference Championships and New Hanover County Championships, is Wilmington’s newest racing venue. With zero elevation change the course is fast, however rain can make some sections wet, and fun!

Entrance to the park is off of Corporate Drive.
There is NO entry to the park from Murrayville Road.

Schedule & Parking Info

Friday, September 8, 2023

Olsen Park
5510 Olsen Park Lane
Wilmington, NC 28405


4:00 PM – REGISTRATION OPENS
1 Coach Per Team to Registration please.
Athletes to the Starting Boxes no later than 5 minutes to gun.


4:45 PM – ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL 3k
Elementary and Middle Schools will run together. Boys and Girls will run together.
*Awards follow HS JV Girls Start.


5:30PM – HIGH SCHOOL JV GIRLS
Unlimited entries. Top 7 Score. No awards for JV


6:00PM HIGH SCHOOL JV BOYS
Unlimited entries. Top 7 Score. No awards for JV


6:30PM VARSITY GIRLS
7 entries max. Varsity division is for schools up to NCISAA and NCSHSAA 2A. B Teams are allowed as long as 3A and 4A schools are fielding a Championship division team.


7:00PM VARSITY BOYS
7 entries max. Varsity division is for schools up to NCISAA and NCSHSAA 2A. ‘B Teams’ are allowed as long as 3A and 4A schools are fielding a Championship division team.


7:30PM COLLEGE MEN
Invited college teams.


8:00PM COLLEGE WOMEN
Invited college teams.


8:30PM HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIP & OPEN GIRLS
7 entries max. For most competitive teams. Medals for top winners, and top team.


9:00PM HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIP & OPEN BOYS
7 entries max. For most competitive teams. Medals for top winners, and top team.


9:30 PM – HS CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS
Individual and Team Awards for High School Championship only.

Race Day Parking

Parking is available throughout Olsen Park in designated parking spots. Overflow parking will also be available in grass lots.

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Questions About the Meet?

FAQ & GUIDELINES

Waiver: The Registration Agreement & Liability Waiver is linked to the Online Registration. This must be selected and approved during registration.

Weather: This race is rain or shine. It will be postponed, rescheduled or cancelled if a severe weather warning is in effect.

Refunds: There are no refunds, registration will be accepted as a donation.

Entries are not transferable to other races Timed by Go Time as each race is organized by a different group.
We must stick to this policy as race items have been purchased based on current registrations and it is not fair to choose who receives a refund and who does not.