Elite Athlete Application

The HOAG OC MARATHON AND OC HALF MARATHON | Sunday, May 5, 2024 – OC 5K is Saturday, May 4th 

Please note, the Elite Application is for in-person events only, virtual events are NOT eligible for elite status or prize money.  

Thank you for your interest in the HOAG OC Marathon and Half Marathon, and the OC 5K Elite Athlete Application. Please read the requirements below to see if you qualify. If you meet the requirements, please complete the form below and submit your running resume. Upon review, our Elite Coordinator will contact you if you meet our qualifications and advise on next steps.

**Please note completing this application is NOT a registration form, it is simply an application form. Thank you again for your interest. 

SDCCU OC MARATHON AND OC HALF MARATHON ATHLETE REQUIREMENTS 

The HOAG OC Marathon supports nationally ranked athletes, while highlighting their skills on one of the most scenic Southern California race courses. Elite athletes are invited based on previous personal records (which must be verified) or national rankings. There is a minimum standard that MUST be met to be considered as an elite.  Qualifying athletes are eligible to receive complimentary race entry, an elite bib number, and prize money if top finisher in the in-person event. Eligibility is at the discretion of the OC Marathon staff. Virtual racers are not eligible for prize money. 

To be considered as an elite at the HOAG OC Marathon or Half Marathon, athletes need to provide proof of valid race results meeting the qualifying marks within the past three years. Eligibility is at the discretion of the OC Marathon staff.

To be considered for: 

MALE MARATHON

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY/SEEDED BIB #

2:30:00 OR FASTER

FEMALE MARATHON

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY/SEEDED BIB #

2:55:00 OR FASTER

To be considered for:  

MALE HALF MARATHON 

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY/SEEDED BIB #

1:10:00 OR FASTER

FEMALE HALF MARATHON

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY/SEEDED BIB #

1:20:00 OR FASTER

If you qualify, please complete the Elite Application Form below. A full running resume, photo and proof of valid race qualifying race results will need to be uploaded.

USATF Rules of Competition -The marathon, half marathon and 5K races will be conducted according to USATF Rules of Competition. Click here for USATF Ruling.