What is Indy Racers?
Updated on 09/07/2010 at 5:29:51 AM (Tags: Indy Racers, teams, social, fun, races, club racing )
Indy Racers is the Indy Runners club racing team. Indy Racers is for runners and walkers of any ability who like to attend local races in the Indianapolis area, compete, stay in shape and have fun. Time restrictions do not exist with the Indy Racers, but a committed attitude in attending many of the races posted in the 2010 schedule is required....and the ability to have a great time!
How do I get involved?
1: Become a member of Indy Runners. Please visit our membership page to learn more.
2: Email team captain Rose Scovel to let her know that you will be at the next running/walking event schedule for the Indy Racers team. At the race, introduce yourself to any Indy Runners member wearing the Michelob Ultra team jersey.
3: Once you have participated in three events on our social or Indy Racers running/walking calendar, you have earned your jersey! Remember that participation in 3 of the 14 posted run/walk events races on the 2010 run/walk schedule is required.
Why is it worth it?
It's fun! If you enjoy running or walking and would like to have people just like you to share in training, competing or having a good time - Indy Racers is the place to be! We want you to have all the perks of being an Indy Runners member!
- Indy Runners tent at each event to hold your gear
- Michelob Ultra Indy Racers team jersey after qualifying standards have been met (see above "how to get involved")
- Discounts at local running stores (Athletic Annex, Runners Forum, The Athlete's Foot - Avon)
- Year-round Group Runs located around Indianapolis
- Quarterly Print newsletter "Foot Prints"
- E-mail updates on IR member only events and social functions
- Quality IR running and walking accessories at very affordable prices
- Family memberships offered at the Silver level for members at the same address
2010 Indy Racers Schedule
| Event | Date | Distance |
| January - *Break From Racing* |
January 2010 | |
| Groundhog 7 | Feb 7, 2010 | 7 miles |
| IAC Shamrock Run / Walk | March 13, 2010 | 4 miles |
| Sam Costa | March 27, 2010 | 13.1, 6.55 |
| River to River Relay (Illinois) |
April 17, 2010 | 80 mile relay |
| OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and 5K |
May 8, 2010 | 13.1 miles, 5k |
| 2010 Beat the Heat | June 12, 2010 | 5 miles |
| Firecracker 6 | July 3, 2010 | 6 miles |
| ISO Circle the City |
August 7, 2010 | 10k, 5k |
| Running for World Water | August 21, 2010 | 5k |
| The Ripple Effect 4 Miler |
September 5, 2010 | 4 miles |
| Dick Lugar Community Run and Walk | September 18, 2010 | 10k, 5k |
| Indianapolis Marathon and Half Marathon | October 16, 2010 | 26.2, 13.1, 5k |
| Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | November 6, 2010 | 26.2, 13.1, 5k |
| The Drumstick Dash |
November 25, 2010 |
4.5 miles |
2009 Indy Racers Schedule
| Event | Date | Distance |
| January - *Break From Racing* |
January 2009 | |
| Groundhog 7 | Feb 1, 2009 | 7 miles |
| IAC Shamrock Run / Walk | March 14, 2009 | 4 miles |
| Sam Costa | March 28th, 2009 | 13.1, 6.55 |
| River to River | April 18th, 2009 | |
| OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon | May 2nd, 2009 | 13.1, 5k |
| Outrun the Sun | June 6th, 2009 | 5 miles |
| Unite 2 Fight 5k | July 11th | 5k |
| Runner's Forum 42k Relay |
July 25th, 2009 - 6pm | 42k |
| ISO Circle the City | August, 2009 | |
| Irish Fest | September 18th, 2009 | |
| Indianapolis Marathon and Half Marathon | October 17th, 2009 | 26.2, 13.1, 5k |
| Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | November 7th, 2009 | 26.2, 13.1 |
| 5ks of Christmas CANCELED |
December 19, 2009 | 5 km |
2008 Indy Racers Schedule
| Event | Date | Distance |
| Out Run The Sun | June 7, 2008 | 5 miles |
| Race Against Prostate Cancer | July 12, 2008 | 5 km |
| ISO Circle The City | August 9, 2008 | 5 km or 10 km |
| Dick Lugar | September 13, 2008 | 5 km or 10 km |
| Indy Irish Fest Run and Walk | September 19, 2008 | 5 km |
| Run Like Hell | October 31, 2008 | 3 miles |
| Drumstick Dash | November 27, 2008 | 4.5 miles |
| 5ks of Christmas | December 20, 2008 | 5 km |
Who should I contact?
If you are interested in joining or have questions regarding Indy Racers, please contact team captain Rose Scovel .
See you on the roads!