Race Series Rules
Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series
Important Note: If you are unable to participate in a race, do not give your bib to someone else. Instead, contact the race director for transfer options or to register independently. For accuracy and fairness, each participant must run with their assigned bib number. Unauthorized bib transfers may result in disqualification from the race or the entire race series.
Competitive Walkers
Top 3 Male & Female Competitive Walkers will be recognized.
Important Rule for Competitive Walkers: Race walking differs from running in that it requires the competitor to maintain contact with the ground at all times and requires the leading leg to be straightened as the foot makes contact with the ground. It must remain straightened until the leg passes under the body.
Please comfirm when you register you know the event and the rules for the event that you are registering for.
How to Join the Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series
Participation in the Run/Walk Series is completely free! To be included, simply show up for and complete any of the “LIVE IN PERSON” races, and you will automatically be entered into the series. Participants can join as individuals or as part of a team. Please note, the 2025 Race Series will exclusively feature “LIVE IN PERSON EVENTS,” and virtual participation will not count toward series points.
Entering as an Individual
Joining the series is simple! Whether you take part in just one race or every race, completing any of the races guarantees your entry into the series. Just come out, run, and enjoy!
Entering as a Team
Team Names must remain consistent throughout the year and each race. Please keep the name the same for each race for accuracy for points.
To participate as a team in the Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series, just enter your team name on the registration section for each race. All members need to register separately, indicating their team name on their registration to be included.
Each team must comprise at least five (5) participants for each race, with no upper limit on the number of team members. Teams can consist of friends, family, co-workers, or any mix you choose. Each team, regardless of size, earns at least one (1) point toward the year-end awards upon finishing!
Understanding the Point System
After each race, the race director will upload the results to the Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series website. Once results are posted, you have one (1) week to contest any discrepancies. Participants must run in at least 50% of the races for their points to qualify for the year-end awards. While participants can run as many races as they wish, only their best 9 races will contribute to their competitive points total. In the event of a tie, results from the 10th race and beyond will be considered.
Consistency is Key! Please use the same name for each race registration. If you register as “Robert Jones” for one race and “Bob Jones” for another, the system may recognize you as two different individuals.
Age Divisions
Age divisions are categorized as follows: 10 & Under; 11-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; and 70 and Over. You will be placed in the age division that corresponds to your age on December 31, 2025. For instance, if your birthday falls on December 30 and you turn 30 that day, you'll compete in the 30-39 age category, even if you were 29 for most of the year.
How Points Are Accumulated
Points will be awarded in each age group as follows:
- 1st Place – 10 Points
- 2nd Place – 9 Points
- 3rd Place – 8 Points
- 4th Place – 7 Points
- 5th Place – 6 Points
- 6th Place – 5 Points
- 7th Place – 4 Points
- 8th Place – 3 Points
- 9th Place – 2 Points
- 10th Place and beyond – 1 Point
If an overall medal is awarded to an individual within their age division, they will receive the points for 1st place in that category. Subsequently, the next fastest competitor will receive the points for 2nd place, and so forth.
Team Scoring
Teams must have at least 5 members to score. It is the participants' responsibility to know their correct team name, as no changes can be made once the race has started. You may change teams between events but can only compete for one team per race.
Team scoring will be determined by the average times of the fastest five finishers on each team. The team with the lowest average time will secure 1st place, with subsequent places awarded accordingly. Seasonal points for teams are assigned as follows:
- 1st Place Team – 10 Points
- 2nd Place Team – 9 Points
- 3rd Place Team – 8 Points
- 4th Place Team – 7 Points
- 5th Place Team – 6 Points
- 6th Place Team – 5 Points
- 7th Place Team – 4 Points
- 8th Place Team – 3 Points
- 9th Place Team – 2 Points
- 10th Place Team – 1 Point
Earning Awards
Individual Participation Awards are as follows:
- Bronze: Participate in over 40% of the races and receive an invite to the year-end celebration.
- Silver: Participate in over 50% of the races, plus a special item to be announced!
- Gold: Participate in over 60% of the races and receive the previous awards plus a Dry Fit race series shirt.
- Platinum: Participate in all races and enjoy the previous awards along with an upgraded race pullover.
Individual Competitive Age Group Awards - The top three finishers in each age division will receive recognition as well.
Team Awards:
• Year end awards will be given to the top 3 teams overall.
Competitive Walkers
Top 3 Male & Female Competitive Walkers will be recognized.
Important Rule for Competitive Walkers: Race walking differs from running in that it requires the competitor to maintain contact with the ground at all times and requires the leading leg to be straightened as the foot makes contact with the ground. It must remain straightened until the leg passes under the body.
Get ready to lace up your shoes and join us for an exciting season of running and walking at the Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series! We look forward to seeing you at the races!
