February 6th (Updated: Apr 5th)
Links to important event info can be found here. Watch for updates!
February 3rd
NIRCA Spring Half Marathon Nationals takes place on April 6th, 2024!
January 19th
NIRCA is seeking past and current NIRCA club members who want to take an active role in the organization!
Do you have an interest or prior experience in event management? Are you organized and passionate about club running? If you've ever wondered, "How can I get more involved in NIRCA?" or "How do I get one of those awesome NIRCA jackets?" then here's your opportunity.
November 9th, 2023
Michigan’s Jorden Sowash has the distinction of fastest Regional Champion heading into Shelbyville with his 24:59 victory at the Great Lakes Regional.
November 9th, 2023
2022’s National Champion Ashley Heidenrich from Michigan will be returning this year to defend her title in Shelbyville.
November 8th, 2023
This year looks like the most open women's team race since Michigan started their 5-peat streak in 2017.
November 8th, 2023
All three 2022 podium teams head into the 2023 National Championship with Regional Championship victories, but there remains several other favorites to push these returning contenders from their podium spots.
November 8th, 2023
Tips and details for spectators at NIRCA Nationals in Shelbyville, IN
May 16th, 2023
NIRCA is seeking past and current NIRCA club members who want to take an active role in the organization!
April 12th, 2023 (Updated: Apr 15th)
Links to important event info can be found here.
December 8th, 2022
See below for the December edition of the DEI Committee newsletter and some important forms!
November 10th, 2022
Last year’s podium teams look in position to return to the top, but there will be several other contenders looking to push them off.
November 10th, 2022
The target remains on Michigan, as they look to extend their winning streak to 5 straight National Championship titles.
November 10th, 2022
Two podium finishers from 2021 will be looking to race away from the rest of the field.
November 10th, 2022
This will be the first NIRCA National race for each Regional Champion, leading to what looks like a wide open race.
November 8th, 2022
Tips and details for spectators at NIRCA Nationals in Richmond, VA
April 1st, 2022
Links to important event info can be found here.
March 9th, 2022
NIRCA is seeking past and current NIRCA club members who want to take an active role in the organization!
November 8th, 2021
Stats, highlights, and takeaways from this weekend's National Championship meet.
November 4th, 2021
This will be the first NIRCA Nationals for many of this year's individual regional champions, all of whom look to have solid chances at the title.
November 4th, 2021
With lots of dominant Regional performances, and only 2 runners returning from 2019's Top 20 individuals, there will be many new faces in this year's All-American finishers.
November 4th, 2021
Two familiar teams look to lead the way in the team race this weekend.
November 4th, 2021 (Updated: Nov 5th)
Despite a lot of new individuals in 2021’s National field (only 53 runners from the Men’s 2019 Championship race return in 2021), many historical favorites comprise a lot of team contenders.
September 15th, 2021
We are thrilled to announce that Fall XC Nationals is planned for November 6th, 2021 in Shelbyville, IN. All Regionals are anticipated to go forward, which will be confirmed on the Races page as venues confirm.
February 6th, 2021
Winter Conference is a free event for all NIRCA club members and club leaders. Come learn and share with other clubs, and provide input that influences NIRCA policy.
January 10th, 2021
In June 2020, NIRCA launched a Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) project team comprised of NIRCA student athletes and staff members. A new involvement opportunity for current and former NIRCA athletes has been created from this project.
June 9th, 2020
We've been listening and learning. We have a responsibility to ensure that our members feel welcome and heard within our organization, as members of our clubs, and members of the running community.
March 12th, 2020
Frequently asked questions about the 2020 Spring National Championship & Coronavirus
March 11th, 2020 (Updated: Mar 12th)
All of the latest info on Spring Nationals and the Coronavirus can be found here.
November 15th, 2019
Bib assignments, start lanes, parking, course maps, and unofficial results -- Everything you need to know about race day is found here.
November 14th, 2019
No clear favorite and inconsistency will lead to a tight race in Richmond.
November 14th, 2019
A chink in the armor of Stein or false hope for the field? Deepest field in recent memory will result in a large lead pack.
November 14th, 2019
The question on everyone’s mind going into Saturday is whether or not Michigan will become the first team in NIRCA history to three-peat.
November 14th, 2019
With a deep and talented field, the championship race is wide open for a few schools to claim their first ever championship, but Michigan is prepared to defend their title in hopes of repeating.
October 31st, 2019 (Updated: Dec 19th)
The Michigan women's and men's teams look to continue their winning streaks and defend their titles from 2018, while several teams look capable of an upset.
October 31st, 2019
Will the Cal Poly men find a way to finish first a team? Is there a team with enough firepower to prevent UC-Davis women from repeating?
October 31st, 2019
Illinois the favorites to sweep the men's and women's race but don't sleep on Wisconsin.
October 24th, 2019
Will NC State men make history with a perfect score of 15? Can the UNC women win for the third consecutive year?
October 24th, 2019
Penn State looks poised to sweep the team awards but will face stiff competition. Will Suzanne Stein be dethroned or continue to dominate?
October 24th, 2019
23 of the top 30 men return to battle for glory and Northeastern will seek a repeat. Several freshmen will make their appearance on the women's side as the usual suspects seek a team victory.
April 12th, 2019
Your one-stop quick links to the Spring Nats event coverage, heat sheets, and schedule.
November 18th, 2018
Stats, highlights & takeaways from the 13th NIRCA XC National Championship.
November 9th, 2018
No clear favorite means it’s anyone’s race, but will there be a first-time champion?
November 9th, 2018
After three consecutive years of the Men’s National Champion reigning from Iowa State, expect the champion to come from a different, but familiar, team this year.