2016 SECTIONAL/STATE TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
SECTIONAL
The 2016 WIAA cross country tournament series starts with Sectional competition on either Friday, October 21 or Saturday, October 22.
Tournament assignments and time schedules are posted on the WIAA website < www.wiaawi.org >. Select Sports, Boys or Girls Cross
Country, Tournament Information (on the right hand side), 2016 Tournament Series Information. Schools desiring additional information
must communicate directly with the designated tournament manager.
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Course
PREMEET INFORMATION
To assist schools, managers have been instructed to send a map of their course to all schools competing at their tournament. The
map should include, as much as possible, a description of the course (terrain, surface, turns, etc.). Hopefully this will assist
schools who have not run the course.
1.
Course should be marked no later than 1 1/2 hours before the meet.
2.
Course should only cross pavement, not run along the side of roads, parking lots, and sidewalks.
3.
Natural barriers should be utilized where possible.
4.
Blue flags should be used where the course is not lined or where there might be a question.
5.
Flags should be placed three feet to the side of lines.
6.
The starting line should be established so that lane 1 is on the runners' left.
7.
A visual marker (flag, cone, etc.) must be present 100 meters from the starting line to assist officials with recalls.
8.
Distance from start to first significant turn should be 300 to 400 yards. Double turns should be used instead of 90-degree
turns where possible, particularly early in the course.
9.
Course should allow 800 meters before the course narrows and restricts runners to pass.
10.
Chute should be constructed long enough and in such a manner to eliminate potential overflow of runners. (Rule 9-3-4,
9-3-5, 9-4-7)
11.
Course distances should be as accurate as possible. Markers should be clearly visible at each mile with splits provided
all runners at those points.
12.
Course should allow 1/2” spikes to be worn.
13.
Meet management must identify the restricted and nonrestricted areas.
14.
The use of lead and trail vehicles/carts is recommended. If only one vehicle/cart is available it should be used in a trail
capacity.
15.
The use of music at meets should cease two minutes prior to the start of the race.
16.
Course shall be 5000 meters.
17.
9-1-3b Permits the use of double boundary lines marking both the inside and outside boundaries of the cross country
course. Directional flags or directional signposts would still be required.
Entries
1.
A tournament team consists of a maximum of seven individuals.
2.
A school may enter less than a full team (1-4) for individual competition.
3.
A school is expected to provide their meet manager, by a designated date, an alphabetical list of its participants for
purposes of publicity, and programs.
4.
Entries will be made on-line at: www.pttiming.com
5.
Deadline for entries is 11:59 p.m., Tuesday, October 18.
6.
Any school that misses the entry deadline will still be allowed to enter but their reimbursement will be withheld if their
team or individual(s) qualify for the State Meet. The WIAA will also send a letter of reprimand to the school’s
administration.
7.
Alternates – It is not a requirement to list alternates when doing entries. However, if alternates are listed it assists the
timing services in making changes to the line-up (listing 3 alternates is an appropriate number). The make-up of your
team may change from sectionals to State (this does not apply to individuals who have qualified for State).
8.
Detailed instructions can be found on the website (see directions in first paragraph above).
Entry Fee
1.
To offset hosts’ expenses an entry fee of $25/team per gender will be collected by the host school.
2.
If a school’s team is incomplete, a fee of $5/individual will be charged.
Limited Competition
There cannot be any other competition, formal or informal, at the sectional site the day of the tournament. This means there can
not be a junior varsity meet, time trials, runoffs, etc.
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No Practice at Facility/Practicing at Sectional Site
Host schools are not permitted to allow participating schools to practice at their facilities prior to tournament competition. Schools
are prohibited during the regular season and the WIAA tournament series from practicing for sectional and State Tournament
preparation at sites and facilities hosting WIAA tournaments.
Order of Events
1.
The boys' race must be conducted first this year.
Water
1.
2.
Inhalers
Each tournament host should make sure, however, that water is available at the starting and chute areas.
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
Runners who have asthmatic conditions may legally use an inhaler during competition. A physician's statement documenting the
need must be presented to the meet manager or meet referee prior to the beginning of the meet.
Changes
1.
A school may make changes to its tournament roster up until race time.
2.
A school may change its squad makeup from sectional to State competition.
Restricted/Nonrestricted Areas
Tournament Managers must define:
1.
Restricted areas where no one except appropriate competing athletes/meet personnel are allowed and where athletes are
prohibited from removing any portion of their team uniform, excluding shoes. These areas include, but are not limited to
the starting line, finish chute, awards stand, any special area(s) on the course, any other designated area(s).
2.
Nonrestricted areas:
In these areas coaches and team managers shall be allowed to encourage, call out times, give verbal instructions, etc.
3.
This information must be sent to all involved schools and WIAA officials prior to the meet.
Jury of Appeals
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6.
E.
Coaches and team managers will not be allowed to distribute water to runners on the course during a race.
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8.
Each tournament manager must appoint a jury of appeals consisting of the contracted WIAA starter, the meet manager,
and three coaches (at least one boys’ and one girls’ coach) not from the same school or host school.
The meet referee cannot be a part of this committee.
The membership of this committee will be published and sent to all involved schools and the contracted WIAA officials
prior to the meet.
The committee will serve as the final board of appeals. Their responsibilities include:
a.
Hearing and ruling on appeals of official’s decisions.
b.
This committee, however, has no authority to set aside, modify, or change defined WIAA tournament qualifying
procedures or National Federation Track & Field/Cross Country rules.
If anyone on the committee has his/her school involved with an appeal they must withdraw from that particular
committee review.
The WIAA does not have the authority to change a meet referee or jury of appeals decision.
The meet referee will assemble this committee prior to the start of the meet to review their responsibilities.
Committee members must stay and be available after the meet for approximately 20 minutes.
National Federation Allowed Adaptations
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Measuring wheels on visiting courses must be used for coaching purposes only. If used to question or challenge the
length of the course the coach shall be charged with “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.” (Rule 9-7)
Any runner, coach, or team personnel who is observed tampering with a flag on the course anytime during premeet
warm-ups, competition, or post-meet activities shall be charged with “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.” (Rule 9-7)
Any runner who has not reported to the clerk of course prior to the three-minute race countdown shall be charged with
“Unacceptable Conduct.”
The penalty for “Unsportsmanlike Conduct” is no further involvement in the meet. The penalty for “Unacceptable
Conduct” is disqualification from the race. A written report must be filed with the WIAA.
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Starting Procedure
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2.
Starters should not give instructions nor answer questions after the three-minute countdown. The information
given over the public address system must be:
-15 minutes to the start of the race
-10 minutes to the start of the race
-5 minutes to the start of the race
-3 minutes to the start of the race - all runners must have reported to the clerk of course
-2 minutes to the start of the race - all runners, remove sweats, coaches must vacate area
-1 minute to the start of the race - all runners must be positioned, and remain, behind the starting line
-30 seconds to the start of the race
-15 seconds to the start of the race
-10 seconds countdown to 5 seconds
-The starter fires the gun when all runners are "motionless and set."
If a public address system is available the entire countdown to 5 seconds is done by the announcer. The starter is
responsible only for firing the gun when all runners are motionless and set.
Recalling a Race
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2.
If a runner falls during the first 100 meters due to contact with another runner, the race shall be recalled by firing
the pistol.
The countdown should normally be started again from 30 seconds. This can be modified, however, depending on
special circumstances.
Uniform/Equipment Regulations (Rule 9-6)
Make sure all your runners are in legal attire. The clerk of course, the referee, and both starters will check runners on the
starting line before each race.
1.
Gloves
a.
Gloves may be worn.
b.
No regulation on color(s).
2.
Shoes/Spikes
a.
Athletes must compete using the defined appropriate shoes/spikes. Spikes, if allowed may NOT be
longer than 1/2 inch. Rule 9-6-1a(3).
3.
Jewelry
a.
The ban on jewelry has been eliminated. There are no longer any restrictions regarding jewelry.
4.
Headwear
a.
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b.
The only allowed head coverings are knit caps/headbands (ear warmers) which may be solid or multicolored. School names, nicknames, and mascots are allowed, along with a manufacturer’s logo. Items
covering the entire head such as scarves, bandannas, do-rags, baseball caps, etc. may not be worn during
competition. Waivers for other head coverings may be issued for religious or medical situations by the
WIAA staff.
A single manufacturer’s logo/trademark no more than 2 1/4 square inches with no dimension more than 2
1/4 inches is permissible on all apparel, including clothing worn under the uniform.
5.
Flags/Patches
6.
Preventative Officiating
a.
b.
a.
The American Flag may be worn on the uniform, but shall not exceed 2" x 3".
Other items may be placed on the team warm-ups provided the warm-ups are not worn in actual
competition.
The clerk of course, meet referee, and both starters will prior to the start of each race enforce uniform,
visible apparel, and shoe regulations.
b.
The final responsibility, however, still lies with the athlete and/or coach.
Wireless Communication Devices
1.
Wireless communication devices (headsets, radios, etc.) except by meet management and meet officials is
PROHIBITED.
2.
Individuals bringing such equipment will be instructed to return the item(s) to their vehicles.
3.
MP3 players are allowed.
UAVs (Drones)
UAVs (Drones) refer to Policy for UAV’s at WIAA Tournament Series Event Click Here.
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Sectional Lane Assignments (if a team withdraws or we have less teams entered then the number of lanes we may move
team closer to the middle of the course).
8th School Alpha
11th School Alpha
2nd School Alpha
10th School Alpha
6th School Alpha
4th School Alpha
7th School Alpha
9th School Alpha
3rd School Alpha
12th School Alpha
1st School Alpha
Division 1
12.
5th School Alpha
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11.
Divisions 2 & 3
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13th School Alpha
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19th School Alpha
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14th School Alpha
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16th School Alpha
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6th School Alpha
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4th School Alpha
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12th School Alpha
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3rd School Alpha
20.
9th School Alpha
18th School Alpha
7th School Alpha
15th School Alpha
5th School Alpha
17th School Alpha
11th School Alpha
10th School Alpha
2nd School Alpha
20th School Alpha
1st School Alpha
8th School Alpha
POST MEET INFORMATION
Posting/Announcing of Results
1.
To avoid issues during the awards ceremony unofficial results must be announced or posted prior to the awards
ceremony.
2.
Appeals regarding misapplication of the rules shall be filled within 30 minutes after the results have been announced or
made official. The head coach protests to the meet referee. (Rule 2-3-3, Rule 3-5-3 a, b)
Awards
1.
Plaque for championship and runner-up teams.
2.
Medals to:
a.
Members (7) of championship and runner-up teams.
b.
Sectional champions.
c.
First five individuals who are not members of a qualifying team, with the individual sectional champion
receiving a gold medal (even if he/she is a member of the championship team).
d.
Schools may purchase from the WIAA additional medals for members of the championship and runner-up
teams. (see form on page 15)
3.
C.
D.
E.
It is recommended that meet managers use the following procedures for their Awards Presentations:
a.
Read team scores from last to second place.
b.
Call up each runner from the second place team reading their name, place, time, and present medal.
c.
Present WIAA sectional runner-up plaque to coach.
d.
Have second place team stay in Awards Area.
e.
Call up each runner from the first place team reading their name, place, time, and present medal.
f.
Present WIAA sectional championship plaque to coach.
g.
Have first place team also stay in Awards Area.
h.
Call up the five individual State qualifiers and present each runner his/her medal.
State Qualifying
Qualifying for the State Meet from each sectional will be:
1.
The first two teams.
2.
The first five individuals who are not members of a qualifying team.
Scoring (Rule 9-2-1, 2, & 3)
1.
All competitors who finish the race shall be ranked and tallied.
2.
The team score shall then be determined by totaling the points scored by the first five finishers of each team.
3.
The team which scores the smallest number of points is the winner.
4.
If fewer than five competitors of a team finish, the places of all members of that team shall be disregarded and the team
scores reranked.
Ties (Rule 9-2-4, & 5)
1.
Ties in team scoring shall be resolved by comparing the sixth place finishers from the tying teams.
2.
The team with the best sixth place finisher wins.
3.
If one team does not have a sixth place finisher, the team with the sixth place finisher wins.
4.
If only five competitors of tying teams finish, the tie shall be resolved by totaling the scores of the first four finishers.
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WIAA Website
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3.
State Qualifiers will be posted on the WIAA Website <www.wiaawi.org> on Sunday, October 23. Access the Cross
Country Home Page and choose State Qualifiers.
Corrections (spelling, year in school, etc.) should be emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 715-344-4241.
Deadline for corrections is 12 noon on Monday, October 24.
State Meet results will be posted on the WIAA Website <www.wiaawi.org> Saturday, October 29 approximately 1 hour
after the conclusion of all competition.
S TAT E
PREMEET INFORMATION
Welcome to the 2016 WIAA State Cross Country Championships. Please carefully read the following information/instructions and share
them with your Athletic Director, assistant coaches, athletes, and spectators who will be attending the State Cross Country Meet.
A.
Date
Saturday, October 29, 2016
B.
Host/On-Site Coordinator
C.
Meet Time Schedule
Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School is the host of the 2016 WIAA State Cross Country Championships.
Jim Newman of Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School is the On-Site Coordinator responsible for the course set-up and securing
necessary meet workers.
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Team/Individual Packets - Available in the “Bunker” starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 29. No packets will be
distributed prior to this time.
Team/Tent Area - Open at 9:30 a.m. - No one allowed on the course outside of the tent area until 10:30 a.m.
Course inspection - State Meet course will open for State competitors only to walk/run it from 10:30 a. m. to 11:45 a. m.
Qualified athletes, alternates, and coaches are allowed on the State Meet course during the warm-up time.
Competition - 12:00 p.m. with races in the following order:
Girls' Competition
Boys' Competition
12:00 p.m. - Division 3
1:45 p.m. - Division 3
12:35 p.m. - Division 2
2:25 p.m. - Division 2
1:10 p.m. - Division 1
3:05 p.m. - Division 1
Awards: Individual and team awards will be presented at Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School at 4:30 p.m. (See
Awards Ceremony)
E.
Competition Site
1.
The Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids (one mile east of Highway 13 on Country Trunk "Z" Griffith Avenue)
2.
A city map is enclosed to assist with directions/locations (see page 13)
No Smoking/No Pets
A.
FRIDAY
D.
The WIAA has a "No Smoking" policy for all of its State Tournaments. No pets allowed on the Ridges Golf Course grounds or
any place on the campus of Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School.
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2.
3.
ACTIVITIES AT WISCONSIN RAPIDS LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
No Practice On Meet Site
Schools are reminded they are not allowed on any of the land comprising the Ridges Golf Course on Friday, including
driving up to the Club House to look around, unless they are doing business at the Ridges (i.e., eating at the restaurant).
Schools can practice on the campus of Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School.
Spaghetti Dinner
A spaghetti dinner will be served in the cafeteria from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 26. Reservations made must be honored. Email Wisconsin Rapids
Lincoln High School at [email protected] Please include your school name, coaches name, coaches phone
number and the number of people in your reservation. If any issues call or text Jim Newman at (715) 459-1188. More
detailed information will be sent to all cross country schools prior to sectionals.
T-shirt And Sweatshirt Purchase
WIAA State Cross Country souvenir T-Shirts and Sweatshirts will be on sale from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the fieldhouse.
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A.
B.
SATURDAY
1.
Shower and Lockerroom Facilities
Shower and lockerroom facilities will be available from 12:30 pm - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday at Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln
High School.
2.
Awards Ceremony - 4:30 p.m. at Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School.
Inhalers
Runners who have asthmatic conditions are allowed to use an inhaler during competition. A physician's statement documenting
the need must be shown to personnel at the table in "The Bunker" prior to the beginning of the meet.
Course Inspection
1.
2.
C.
3.
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3.
4.
5.
Appeals
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2.
E.
3.
4.
Course maps are included on page 11 to assist runners.
Early morning frost could delay course inspection and change the starting time of the meet. Any information pertaining
to a delay will be posted on the WIAA website and social media.
Coaches and competing athletes will be admitted with proper ID at Griffith Avenue Entrance. Any additional people in
the group exceeding the number allowed (10 for team and number of individuals qualified plus three additional for
individual) by the WIAA must pay $6.00 for admission. Please have money collected for additional people prior to
entering The Ridges property.
The Special ID Card for admission and parking will be given to qualifiers at their Sectional Meet. This card is
nontransferable.
All spectators will be shuttled free by buses to the 20th Street Entrance. Admission is $6.00 per person with pre-school
age children admitted free. A map with detailed instructions is included on page 12. Coaches please copy and distribute
the map to your spectators.
Fan buses can enter and park with competing teams using Griffith Avenue Entrance only if total admission for all riders
has been previously collected and is ready to hand to the parking attendant.
The Sheriff's Department will be posting "No Parking" signs on both sides of Griffith Avenue (Cty Trk Z), 16th Street,
20th Street, and the side streets of Kuhn, Whitrock, and Whip-or-Will. All spectators must use the shuttle buses.
Coaches having concerns/questions regarding a race should immediately identify their concern to any of the WIAA
officials (referee or starters) outfitted in the black and white officiating shirts/jackets.
30 minute period of appeals (clerical or misapplications)- Rule 3-5-3 a, b, Rule 2-3-3
a.
b.
Misapplication of the rules which must be filled within 30 minutes after the announcement of event results.
Correction of clerical or team scoring errors which may be corrected up to 48 hours after the end of the meet,
unless another time period is specified in advance by the games committee or meet director (30 minutes).
Appeals made to WIAA officials.
Jury of Appeals convenes at The Bunker.
Jury of Appeals
1.
2.
F.
The State Meet course will be open for State competitors only to walk/run it from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Qualified
athletes, alternates, and coaches are allowed on the State Meet course during the warm-up time.
Entrances & Admission To The Ridges
2.
D.
RACE DAY RULES & REGULATIONS
The Jury of Appeals will consist of: Stephanie Hauser (WIAA, Meet Manager), Jim Newman (Wisconsin Rapids, OnSite Coordinator), WIAA Starter, WIAA Starter, Bob Rymer (Menomonee Falls, representing WCCCA).
This committee will serve as the final board of appeals. Their responsibilities include:
a.
b.
Hearing and ruling on appeals of official's decisions.
This committee, however, has no authority to set aside, modify, or change defined WIAA tournament qualifying
procedures or National Federation Track & Field and Cross Country Rules.
Locations At The Ridges
1.
The Ridges Golf Course is the site of the races. It is a beautiful site to compete or watch a cross country race.
a.
b.
Please, however, stay off the golf greens, the tee boxes, and out of sand traps.
No Frisbees, footballs, soccer balls, etc., are allowed out on the golf course. When using an umbrella, please be
aware of your location in order to not impede coaches or runners.
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9.
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Lost and found items will be in the volunteer/hospitality tent.
One of the two banquet halls will be the site for concessions. No loitering inside the facility will be allowed.
A team area open at 9:30 a.m. (tents, tarps, bags, etc.) for competing schools will be provided along the east, or right
side, of the starting area. This is located beyond and to the right of the starting area, among the trees. This is the only
area schools will be allowed to set up a tent, or camp out. (see map on page 11) ALL TENTS MUST BE SECURED
WITH WEIGHTS, NO STAKES ALLOWED! Also, no team signs, flags, or anything that is driven in the ground is
allowed.
The Pavilion, Pro Shop, and Club House are off limits for all runners, coaches, and spectators.
A Medical Tent is located near the finish line area. This tent is staffed by athletic trainers and a physician. These people
are available to handle emergency situations, they are not to provide taping services for existing injuries.
Portable toilets are located near the Club House, finish area, and out on the course. Some will be placed within the roped
off area near the start to be used only by runners.
Only runners and meet workers are allowed inside the area bounded by snow fences or ropes.
Race Information
2.
H.
The "Bunker" is the registration area. It is only open to coaches, media, officials, and other authorized personnel.
School packets should be picked up at “The Bunker:”
4.
Entry change cards will be available at the Bunker. If you have changes in entries, spelling corrections, or any other
changes, immediately fill out the provided card and turn it in to"The Bunker" before competition starts.
Each runner is to wear their assigned race numbers on both the front and the back of their jersey.
a.
b.
c.
The number with "WIAA Cross Country State Championships" goes on the front.
Team numbers with the black numerals go on the back. Individuals’ numbers with the red numerals go on the
back.
If a coach distributes the wrong assigned chips/racing numbers to their athletes, but the team score is correct,
there will be no changing/correcting of names on the final results.
Lane assignments are listed in the program.
It is critical that all runners move through the finish area without stopping until the end. MOVE THROUGH THE
FINISH AREA QUICKLY!
Restricted Areas
Restricted areas where no one except appropriate competing athletes/meet personnel are allowed and where athletes are prohibited
from removing any portion of their team uniform, excluding shoes, are:
1.
The starting area.
2.
The race course.
3.
The finish chute.
4.
The awards stand.
Aiding A Competitor
It is an unfair act which results in a disqualification for the runner if he/she receives any assistance from any other person during
the race.
Assistance includes:
1.
Interference with another competitor.
2.
Pacing by a teammate or persons not participating in the event.
3.
Competitors joining or grasping hands with each other during a race.
4.
Receiving water or other liquids.
5.
Communicating with a competitor through the use of a wireless device.
6.
Coaching a competitor from a restricted area.
NOTE: A coach may verbally instruct a competitor provided the coach is positioned in an unrestricted area. It is illegal,
however, for a coach/team personnel/team follower to come out onto the race course to talk with a runner.
Starting Procedure
1.
2.
3.
The starting and recalling race procedures that will be used at the State Meet are identical to sectionals. (see page 3)
The public address system will give the entire countdown to 5 seconds. Then the starter will fire the gun when all
runners are motionless and set.
All runners must have reported to the clerk of course prior to the 3-minute race countdown or they will be disqualified.
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M.
N.
Wireless Communication Devices
1.
2.
3.
Wireless communication devices (headsets, radios, etc.) except for the official equipment used by meet management and
meet officials is PROHIBITED.
Individuals bringing such equipment will be instructed to return the item(s) to their vehicles.
MP3 players are allowed.
UAVs (Drones)
UAVs (Drones) refer to Policy for UAV’s at WIAA Tournament Series Event Click Here.
Videotapes/Television Equipment
1.
2.
The use of unofficial videotapes or any other television equipment will not be used by the meet manager, the jury of
appeals, or chute director to verify or determine:
a.
Finishes.
b.
Disqualifications.
c.
Officiating decisions.
Video review would be used only to verify order of finish in the event of a timing system failure or jury of appeals
request. Finish places may change based on officials’ review of the official videotape.
Warm-Ups
1.
Warm-up on the course will be permitted once races have begun, provided the following regulations are followed:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
A.
B.
Let the race in progress proceed around the first turn before entering the starting area to begin warm-ups.
Begin warm-up run no later than 10 minutes after the start of a race so you don't get caught in front of the next
race.
Be prepared to stop or alter your warm-up if you get into the proximity of an ongoing race. Stay clear of areas
that are heavily congested.
The use of measuring wheels is for coaching purposes only. If used to question or challenge the length of the
State Meet course the coach shall be charged with “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.”
Any runner, coach, or team personnel who is observed tampering with a flag on the course anytime during
premeet warm-ups, competition, or post-meet activities shall be charged with “Unsportsmanlike Conduct.”
Warm-up on the course will not be permitted in the finish area once the races begin. This refers to the entire area,
which is enclosed by barricades. This area should be reviewed during the "course inspection" period (10:30 - 11:45
a.m.).
Results Distribution
1.
POST RACE INFORMATION
Coaches of competing runners can pick up their copy of the official results in the tent outside "The Bunker" 30 minutes
after the official results are posted.
2.
Spectators may purchase results near the T-shirt tent once they are available.
1.
Trophies to championship and runner-up teams.
Awards
The following awards will be presented to each division:
2.
C.
f.
Plan your warm-up so you follow the race in progress from a considerable distance.
Medals to:
a.
Members (7) of championship and runner-up teams.
b.
First ten athletes regardless of status (individual or team).
Extra State medals for the championship and runner-up teams can be ordered by using the enclosed form (page 15).
c.
Awards Program
An awards program honoring the championship and runner-up teams, plus the top ten individuals in each division will be held at
the Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School. Athletes are requested to wear their uniforms and/or warm-ups (i.e, caps off, no props
allowed).
To show respect for all participating teams and individuals we ask that you remain in the gymnasium until the conclusion.
To assist with the success of the awards ceremony, coaches are requested to follow the appropriate instructions:
*
4:00 p.m.
Individual and team award winners are requested to report to Commons.
*
4:15 p.m.
Final instructions given.
*
4:30 p.m.
Athletes march into fieldhouse.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Row 6 will lead the entrance parade, followed by rows 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1.
2.
The parade will walk down the east hallway, then enter the fieldhouse and walk the perimeter of the basketball court
before taking their assigned seats.
3.
Coaches are requested to walk in behind their individuals or teams.
4.
The seats in the east bleachers will be marked with the same signs as seen in the Commons. The seating will be by row,
1 to 6, from bottom to top.
5.
All awards will be presented from the awards stand. Individuals awards will be presented first, followed by the second
place team, then the first place team.
6.
7.
8.
9.
A.
B.
C.
Coaches should accompany their team, but not their individual(s) to the awards stand.
After each of the awards presentations, time will be allowed for group photos. After pictures, award winners must return
to their assigned bleacher seats.
After all awards have been presented, the runners and coaches should begin the exit parade in the reverse direction and
order of the entrance when informed to do so.
Row 1 will lead the exit followed by rows 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
Row 1:
Row 2:
Row 3:
Row 4:
Row 5:
Row 6:
Division 3 Boys/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
Division 2 Boys/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
Division 1 Boys/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
Division 3 Girls/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
Division 2 Girls/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
Division 1 Girls/1st/2nd/Ind. 1-6
MISCELLANEOUS
Items Available for Purchase Located in Tent Behind Driving Range
1.
T-shirts (short & long sleeve) Sweatshirts (crew and hooded).
3.
Programs - $4.
4.
Results - $1.00 per race.
5.
Concessions in the Pavillion Banquet Hall.
Important Phone Numbers
1.
Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School (Monday - Friday)
2.
Stephanie Hauser, WIAA
Thanks
(715) 424-6750
(715) 344-8580 (office)/(715) 340-1428 (cell)
The use of The Ridges Golf Course and facilities is made possible by Todd and Michele Goska, owners. Without their support,
Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School would not be able to host this State Meet.
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DIVISION 1
LANE
1.
Manitowoc Lincoln #2
2.
Chippewa Falls #1
3.
DeForest #1
4.
Individuals
5.
South Milwaukee #2
6.
Kenosha Bradford #2
7.
DeForest #2
8.
Individuals
9.
Oshkosh North #2
10. Beloit Memorial #2
11. Manitowoc Lincoln #1
12. Individuals
13. Milwaukee King #1
14. Chippewa Falls #2
15. Individuals
16. Milwaukee King #2
17. Stevens Point #1
18. Mukwonago #2
19. Oshkosh North #1
20. Kenosha Bradford #1
21. Individuals
22. Mukwonago #1
23. Beloit Memorial #1
24. Stevens Point #2
25. Individuals
26. South Milwaukee #1
27. Individuals
LANE ASSIGNMENTS
DIVISION 2
LANE
1.
---2.
---3.
Waupaca #1
4.
Rice Lake #1
5.
Individuals
6.
Shorewood #1
7.
Individuals
8.
Black River Falls #2
9.
Waupaca #2
10. Shorewood #2
11. Deerfield #1
12. Black River Falls #1
13. Platteville #1
14. Individuals
15. Mayville #1
16. Two Rivers #2
17. Platteville #2
18. Individuals
19. Two Rivers #1
20. Deerfield #2
21. Mayville #2
22. Individuals
23. Rice Lake #2
24. Individuals
25. - - - 26. - - - 27. - - - -
DIVISION 3
LANE
1.
---2.
---3.
Individuals
4.
Luther #1
5.
Edgar #2
6.
Amherst #2
7.
Drummond #1
8.
Individuals
9.
Manitowoc Lutheran #1
10. Individuals
11. Luther #2
12. Kenosha St. Joseph Catholic
Academy #1
13. Amherst #1
14. Durand #1
15. Fennimore #1
16. Manitowoc Lutheran #2
17. Individuals
18. Edgar #1
19. Individuals
20. Kenosha St. Joseph Catholic
Academy #2
21. Durand #2
22. Drummond #2
23. Individuals
24. Fennimore #2
25. - - - 26. - - - 27. - - - -
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2016 WIAA State Cross Country Meet
ALL SPECTATORS MUST GO TO IDENTIFIED
AREAS FOR FREE PARKING & RIDING
CONTINUOUS SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM 9:30 A.M. - 5 P.M.
(POST AWARDS BUS 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL TO LIONS CLUB)
No spectator parking is available at or near the Ridges!
• Ridges parking is limited to participating
teams/individuals, officials, media, meet
workers, and special needs/handicapped
only
• No street parking is available on Griffith
Ave. (Cty Trk Z), 16th, 20th St., and the
side streets of Kuhn, Whitrock, and
Whip-or-Will
• Three convenient curbside pick-up locations
• Plan adequate time to park and ride
Industrial
Park
Green
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Av
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Vesper
Pittsville
Marshfield
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Bo
13
73
25th Ave. North
W
IN
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Stevens Point
R
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To US 10
54
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rn R. R
Weste
Bay &
Washington St.
Grand Ave.
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Technical
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Baker St.
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d
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nor
N
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Edwards
S
RIDGE GOLF COURSE BUSES DROP OFF/PICK-UP
at the Ridges on 20th Street, a short walk to the
Cross Country course
COACHES --- COPY THIS MAP
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High School
IN
W
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Airport
Airport
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NO
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5
Grove
Two Mile
Ridges
Golf
Course
13
Griffith Ave.
1
Grand
Rapids
Lions
Club
W
2
Grove
16th St. South
GRAND RAPIDS LIONS CLUB (2411 36TH
ST. S) off of Cty Trk W (Riverview Expressway
extended)
5. Park in the lot off Cty Trk W, less than
1 mile east of the Hwy 54/Cty Trk W intersection
Pepper
iew Expre
8th St.
WISCONSIN RAPIDS LINCOLN HIGH
SCHOOL (1801 16TH ST. S) near 16th and
Pepper Avenue
2. Park in the lot South of High School
(enter at the 16th Street and Pepper
intersection)
3. Park in the West lot between the
school and 16th Street
4. Park in the lot just North of the school
(enter through the West lot in front of
school)
* H AND O UT T O Y OUR S PECTATORS *
Hospital
East Riverv
Lincoln St.
HOCKEY RINK FIELD (1731 GROVE AVE.)
Grove Ave. just off 16th St.
1. Park in open field east of the rink.
E
54
Chestnut
32nd St.
W
Oak
Grand Ave.
.
St
1st St.
PARK & RIDE SITES (BUSES LEAVE
FROM:)
34
To
Vesper
Z
Nepco Lake
PETS
To Nekoosa
73
To Plainfield
To I-39/US 51
** No pets (dogs) are allowed on the golf course.
To Adams-Friendship
MEET ADMISSION – $6/person
Pre-school – no charge
Boys' Div. 3 – 12:00 p.m.
Girls' Div. 3 – 1:45 p.m.
Boys' Div. 2 – 12:35 p.m.
Girls' Div. 2 – 2:25 p.m.
Boys' Div. 1 – 1:10 p.m.
Girls' Div. 1 – 3:05 p.m.
Awards Ceremony At Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School at 4:30 p.m.
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WISCONSIN RAPIDS AREA
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Av
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W
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High School
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8th St.
12
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2
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73
To Adams-Friendship
7
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To Plainfield
To I-39/US 51
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STEVENS POINT AREA
To
Wausau
To
Rosholt
66
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Clark St.
Ellis St.
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22 14
Maria Dr.
To
Marshfield
E
21
North Point Drive
Bukolt Ave.
W
10 39 51
23
18
N
8
51
66
Hoover Rd.
Minnesota Ave.
Michigan Ave.
WIAA
Office
3
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Little Plover River
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B
9
54
To
Wisconsin
Rapids
Eisenhower Avenue
I-39/Hwy. 51
City
Bu s .
1. AmericInn (Plover) (715) 342-1244
2. Best Western Plover Hotel & Conference
Center (Plover) (715) 544-6200
3. Blue Top Motel (715) 344-3434
4. Comfort Inn (Plover) (715) 342-0400
5. Comfort Suites (715) 341-6000
6. Country Inn & Suites (715) 345-7000
7. Elizabeth Inn (Plover) (715) 341-4414
8. Fairfield Inn (715) 342-9300
9. Hampton Inn (Plover) (715) 295-9900
10. Holiday Inn Express (715) 344-0000
11. Holiday Inn Hotel (715) 344-0200
12. La Quinta Inn (715) 344-1900
13. Point Motel (715) 344-8312
14. Ramada Inn (former Country Springs) (715) 341-1340
15. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites (715) 341-5110
16. Stay Inn & Suites (715) 341-9090
17. Super 8 (715) 341-8888
18. Bukolt Park
19. Iverson Park
20. Pacelli High School
21. Sentry Insurance
22. Stevens Point High School
23. Zenoff Park
24. Goerke Park
7
2
To
Waupaca
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WISCONSIN INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
5516 Vern Holmes Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54482-8833
FAX (715) 344-4241
CROSS COUNTRY MEDAL ORDER FORM
QUANTITY
SHIP TO:
DIVISION
SECTIONAL
OR STATE
1st or 2nd
BOYS or
GIRLS
BILL TO:
COMMENTS:
_______________________________________________
Signature of Administrator
_____________________________
Position