Outer Banks Sporting EventsElite Athlete Application

Outer Banks Sporting Events offers prize money for the Outer Banks Marathon and Southern Fried Half Marathon. In addition to the prize money, Outer Banks Sporting Events will waive the entry fee for an Elite Athlete who has bettered the elite athlete standards in a 12-month period prior to one of our listed races. 

We have a limited number of complimentary lodging opportunities for the top elite runners; rooms will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note that this is an application for Elite status only and does NOT guarantee acceptance. Once we have received your application and race resumé, our Elite Athlete Coordinator will contact you or your designated representative to discuss eligibility.

The A Standard qualification will provide the athlete with complimentary race entry, a chance for a possible hotel or house room, and VIP access race weekend. Space is very limited for complimentary housing.

The B Standard qualification for the races will provide the athlete with a complimentary race entry and VIP access race weekend.

You MUST have a qualifying race (half or full only) within 12 months of this event. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Please fill out the form ONLY if the qualifications outlined have been met.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER OCTOBER 30TH, 2019.