2026 CUT Welkom Campus Road Race


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GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Entry Fees (Pre-Entries Only)

  • Half Marathon (21.1 km): R180.00
    Unlicensed runners: R230.00
  • 10 km Race: R150.00
    Unlicensed runners: R200.00
  • 5 km Fun Run: R80.00
    (Entries for the 5 km Fun Run will be done on 08/05/2026 from 16:00 – 20:00)

2. Pre-Entry Cut-Off

  • Pre-entries close on 06/05/2026 at 20:00.

3. Late Entries

  • Late entries will be accepted on 08/05/2026 from 16:00 – 20:00.

4. Temporary Licences

  • Temporary licences are available at R50.00 for the 21.1 km and 10 km races only.
  • Temporary licences are not applicable to the 5 km Fun Run.

5. Start / Finish Venue

  • Central University of Technology (CUT), Welkom Campus

6. Facilities

  • Toilet facilities will be available at the venue.
  • Showers and changing rooms will also be available for use.

7. Water Points

  • Water points will be provided every 3 km and at the finish line.

8. Medical Services

  • Medical Service Provider: ER24 Welkom
  • Emergency Contact: 084 124

9. Prize Giving

  • Prize giving will take place at 10:30 and will be for prize winners only.
  • All attendees are requested to be seated in the multi-purpose hall by 10:00.

10. Medals and Cut-Off Times

  • Medals will be awarded to all finishers (bronze medals apply).
  • Cut-off Times:
    • 21.1 km Half Marathon: 3 hours (09:30)
    • 10 km: 2 hours (09:00)
    • 5 km Fun Run: 2 hours (09:00)

11. Registration and Race Pack Collection

Race numbers and race packs can be collected at the CUT Welkom Campus Multi-Purpose Hall:

  • 08/05/2026: 17:00 – 20:00
  • 09/05/2026: 05:00 – 06:00

12. Race Start Times

  • 21.1 km Half Marathon: 06:30
  • 10 km Race: 06:45
  • 5 km Fun Run: 07:00

13. Route Information

  • Route maps will be provided at registration and number collection.

14. Parking

  • Safe and secure parking will be available.

15. Club Gazebos

  • Club gazebos are welcome.

16. Pre-Entries

17. Results

  • Results will be available on the Central University of Technology, Welkom Campus website – www.cut.ac.za within 72 hours after the event.

18. Official Timekeeper

  • CHIPTIMER (PTY) Ltd

 

RULES AND REGULATIONS

  1. The race is conducted under the rules of World Athletics (WA), Athletics South Africa (ASA), and Athletics Free State (AFS).
  2. Athletes indemnify national, provincial, and regional bodies, sponsors, and organizers against any claims arising from participation in the event.
  3. Participation is at the athlete’s own risk. Athletes confirm they are medically fit to compete.
  4. All athletes must provide the name and contact number of their next of kin on both the entry form and race number.
  5. Licensed athletes must wear official club colours and display the 2026 licence number on the front and back of their vest. The race number must be worn on the front and may not obscure ASA or sponsor logos.
  6. Temporary licence numbers must be worn on the front, in accordance with ASA rules. Temporary licence athletes may not use results for qualification purposes.
  7. No insurance cover is provided for athletes running on temporary licences.
  8. No blades, bicycles, or mechanically operated devices are permitted.
  9. Foreign athletes must comply with ASA regulations and submit a certified letter from their country of origin, together with a copy of their passport, to the race organizer.
  10. Wheelchair athletes will not be permitted to participate.
  11. No animals or pets are allowed.
  12. Minimum age requirements:
    • 10 km: 14 years
    • 21.1 km: 16 years
    • Fun Run/Walk: Children aged 9 years and older, under parental or guardian supervision
  13. Prize winners will be notified by the race organizer. Valid identification (ID/Passport/Driver’s Licence) is required to sign for prize money.
    • Prize money will be paid in person in a formal ceremony at 10:30 on race day.
    • No prize money will be paid if random drug testing has been conducted until ASA receives results from SAIDFS.
  14. No refunds will be issued once an entry has been purchased. In the event of cancellation due to circumstances beyond the organizers’ control, the race may be converted into a virtual event. Medal distribution may incur additional postage costs.
  15. Athletes may not run with another athlete’s race number.
  16. The use of earphones, iPods, or similar devices is prohibited in terms of WA Rule T6.3.2 and may result in disqualification.
  17. The organizer reserves the right to refuse entry or remove participants who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, disorderly, or involved in misconduct or vandalism.
  18. Athletes participating without a valid entry will be disqualified, forfeit all benefits, and be liable for a double entry fee. Athletes who duplicate race numbers may face AFS disciplinary action, including a possible ban.
  19. Habitual offenders will be referred to an AFS disciplinary committee as part of the AFS Clean Run initiative.
  20. Littering is prohibited. Athletes must use designated bins and may be disqualified for littering.
  21. Official cut-off times:
    • 21.1 km: 09:30
    • 10 km: 09:00
    • 5 km Fun Run: 09:00
      Athletes will not be allowed to finish after the cut-off times.
  22. No late starters will be permitted (later than 5 minutes after the official start time).
  23. All participants must adhere to health and safety regulations throughout the event.
  24. Results enquiries will only be accepted for 3 days after results are published.

 

Event manager: Mr. Ntlangeni Smith – O823133567

Safety Officer: Ms. Lebohang Mosuoane – 0717405417

Technical manager: Mr. Mankontso Mokati – 0848891008

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