The National Intercollegiate Running Club Association (NIRCA) is the governing body and central point of communication for the college running community. The grassroots organization promotes networking and friendly competition amongst collegiate running, cross country, and track clubs. NIRCA coordinates many events, including a fall cross country season, Cross Country Championship Series, Road and Track Nationals, and all-club conferences.
The mission of NIRCA is to promote club running for students at the collegiate level. By serving as the governing body for running clubs, we provide competition, support, and networking opportunities for our member clubs.
October 18th
Iowa State graduated all top 5 men from one of most dominate teams ever, can they defend their title? Can Northwestern women repeat or will the Schulz sisters lead Illinois to team glory?
October 18th
Michigan women seek to become next powerhouse, led by Anna Piccione, as they both look to repeat. Purdue and Indiana primed to battle for men's team title but dark horse could play spoiler.
October 18th
2016 Regional Champ Suzanne Stein (Penn State) looks to repeat while the Penn State women go for their 6th consecutive title. No clear-cut favorite on the men's side but plenty of depth.
September 5th
Cross Country National Championships qualifying positions have been finalized for Fall 2017.
August 27th
Your quick guide to everything you need to know about being involved in NIRCA.
May 13th
Does your club wish to host a Qualifying cross country meet this fall?
April 14th
Official NIRCA release on the half marathon cancellation + next steps.
April 10th (Updated: Apr 9th)
Your one-stop quick links to the Spring Nats event coverage, heat sheets, and schedule.
March 13th
The 2018 NIRCA Track & Field National Championship will be moving locations to Shelbyville, IN.
February 26th
New to 2018, NIRCA is introducing automatic qualifying marks. The purpose of the automark is to help ensure the goal of "right people, right heat" (or right flight) and optimize competition at Spring Nationals.
December 15th, 2017 (Updated: Dec 17th)
Winter Conference is a free event for all NIRCA club members and club leaders. Come socialize, learn from other clubs, and provide input that influences NIRCA policy.
November 15th, 2017
NIRCA is seeking past and current NIRCA club members who want to take an active role in the organization!