Elite Athlete Program
2025 Elite Time Entry Standards (US Events Only)
| Male Elite (Marathon) | Female Elite (Marathon) | Male Elite (Half) | Female Elite (Half) |
| Sub 2:25:00 | Sub 2:55:00 | Sub 1:10:00 | Sub 1:23:00 |
2025 Masters Time Entry Standards (US Events Only)
| Age | Male Masters (Marathon) | Female Masters (Marathon) | Male Masters (Half) | Female Masters (Half) |
| 40 + | Sub 2:40:00 | Sub 3:10:00 | Sub 1:18:00 | Sub 1:28:00 |
| 55 + | Sub 3:00:00 | Sub 3:30:00 | Sub 1:30:00 | Sub 1:40:00 |
- Half Marathon standards must be run in the last 18 months from the event date you are entering.
- Marathon standards must be run in the last 24 months from the event date you are entering.
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Important Information
- Applications must be submitted no later than 10-days prior to the event. Late entries or race week transfers will not be accommodated.
- The Elite Complimentary Entry is non-transferable and only applies to Half Marathon and Marathon distances. Other distances including 5K, 10K, etc do not qualify.
- Athletes applying for Elite Complimentary Entry will not be included in the Age Group results or Awards. They will be categorized in the Overall results only. Overall Awards are awarded on gun time.
- Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
All interested athletes must submit a completed Elite Application to be considered for the Elite Field.
Our team will follow up via email within 3 business days following the submission.
| DATE | EVENT | DISTANCE/S | ELITE REG DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/5/2025 | Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Jose | Half Marathon | 09/26/2025 |
- Complimentary Elite Entry
- Elite Start Line Access
Please visit the event website directly for more information and direct contacts.
- USATF Anti-Doping Rules
- Review all medications, treatments and supplements against the WADA List of Prohibited Substances and Prohibited Methods
- Check the prohibited status of specific medications at https://www.globaldro.com/Home
- Confirm TUE requirements if using or intending to use a prohibited substance or prohibited method
