Cougar Prowl Ultra

Join us for an exhilarating 24-hour track ultra race, open to both individuals and relay teams! Experience a unique event filled with hourly themes, music, delicious food, vendors, and much more. All proceeds will benefit the Blackhawk School District Track and Field team.

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Event Highlights

Race Format: Compete individually or form a relay team of up to 6 runners. 

Hourly Themes: Enjoy a different theme every hour to keep the energy high.

Live Music: Groove to live performances throughout the event.

Food Vendors: Savor a variety of food options to fuel your race.

Community Support: This year's proceeds will go toward new uniforms for our Track and Field team.

Join Us!

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to challenge yourself, support a great cause, and be part of a vibrant community event. Whether you're running solo or with a team, there's something for everyone!

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Registration is $25 a person until May 30, 2025.  $35 from May 31 to July 25,  2025.  Registration includes team 10" x 10" homebase space, refreshments and swag bag complete with race tech shirt and goodies from our sponsors.

Cougar Prowl 24-Hour Ultra Track Race Rules

Welcome to the Blackhawk High School 24-Hour Ultra Track Race! Please read the following rules carefully to ensure a safe, fair, and fun experience for all participants.

General Race Rules (Applies to All Participants)

Duration: The race begins at 9am on July 26 and ends exactly 24 hours later. Only laps completed within the 24-hour time frame will be counted.

Track Direction: Direction of travel will change every 4 hours.

Lap Counting:  Laps will be counted via chip timing and/or manual counters. It is your responsibility to ensure your laps are being recorded.

Conduct: Good sportsmanship is expected at all times. Unsportsmanlike behavior (verbal abuse, littering, interfering with other runners, etc.) may result in disqualification.

Safety: The infield and track will be monitored by volunteers and staff. Please report any injuries or concerns immediately.

Lighting: The track will be lit during nighttime hours. Headlamps are optional but recommended.

Individual Participants

Solo Effort: Individuals may take breaks as needed but must resume on their own. No assistance is allowed on the track.

Resting: Individuals may rest in designated areas or their own tent space if arranged, but all mileage must be completed on the track.

Team Participants

Team Size: Teams may consist of up to 6 registered members.

Relay Format: Only one team member may be on the track at a time. Teams may change runners at any time, but exchanges must happen in the designated area.

Tent Space: Each team will be assigned a 10’ x 10’ tent space on the field. Teams are responsible for bringing and setting up their own tents.

Tent Rules:

No open flames or cooking devices.

No stakes are permitted—tents must be weighted down with sandbags, water jugs, or similar.

No pets are allowed on the field or track.

Behavior: Team members not running must remain in their tent space or spectator areas and must not obstruct the track or other teams.

Prohibited Items/Actions

No alcohol, drugs, or tobacco are permitted anywhere on school grounds.

No pets are permitted.

No open flames (including fire pits, grills, or camp stoves).

No motorized or wheeled devices (except wheelchairs or mobility aids).

Additional Information

Check-In: All participants must check in at registration before setting up or beginning the race.

Awards & Recognition

In-Person Participants

Individual Awards

Top 3 Male Finishers

Top 3 Female Finishers

Middle-of-the-Pack Male Finisher – Closest to the median mileage among all male participants

Middle-of-the-Pack Female Finisher – Closest to the median mileage among all female participants

Team Awards

Top 3 Teams – Based on most laps completed

Middle-of-the-Pack Team Finisher – Closest to the median mileage among all team participants

Note: Awards will be given at the conclusion of the race. You must be present to receive your award.

Clean-Up: Please clean up your area before leaving. Leave no trace!

For questions or more information, contact  Eric Franitti  at CougarProwlUltra@gmail.com Thank you for participating, and good luck!