The seeded runner roped off area has been increased to 2,000 starting positions. Race numbers are assigned from 1 to 2,000 for these runners. The area is strictly reserved for the fastest qualifying runners.

Spots are assigned on a first registered, first seeded basis, so once you have your qualifying time, go ahead and register and reserve your spot.

To qualify for one of these seeded numbers, you must meet the following requirements:

• Run a qualifying time listed below in the last year.
• Submit proof of that time with your entry.
• Proof must be a results postcard or a copy of results or if you sign up online cut and paste into an email and submit to firstplacesports@mindspring.com.
• Special seeding will be on a first come basis.
• Qualifying must be done prior to your submitting your entry.
• Your Gate River Run 15K time from last year can be used as your 15K time, but you must still submit a photo copy of the results. We will not look up your time!

Don't wait too long to send in your entry, if you want a top 2,000 seeded starting position.

Qualify Times

Distance	Women	Men
5K	27:00	24:00
8K or 5 miles	45:00	40:00
10K	57:00	49:00
15K	1:30:00	1:15:00
10 Miles	1:37:00	1:22:00
1/2 Marathon	2:05:00	1:47:00
Marathon	4:15:00	3:50:00