Events
Place
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH US 45435
Description
When it comes to college basketball, THE ROAD STARTS HERE! Dayton, Ohio is host to the annual NCAA First Four which kicks off March Madness!
Here in Dayton we make it about more than just basketball; it's four full days of activities, and we tip off all the fun with the Big Hoopla 4 Miler on Selection Sunday,. New for 2025, the Big Hoopla 4 Miler, along with the STEM Challenge, move to Wright State University.
All participants receive a super soft tech tee, custom finisher medal and lots of post-race food. So, grab a friend or family member and come celebrate the excitement of March Madness with us at the Big Hoopla 4 Miler!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Course Map
The 4-mile race will tour Wright State's campus and start and finish at the Student Union. Click on the title above for a dynamic map view.
Finisher Medal
Here is mock-up of the planned medal for this year's race.
Awards
While all finishers receive a custom finisher medal, there are numerous other prizes for top performers. Prizes are listed below!
Top 3 Overall Male/Female Cash plus Tickets
1st - $100 and 2 tickets to the First Four
2nd - $75 and 2 tickets to the First Four
3rd - $50 and 2 tickets to the First Four
Top 3 in the following age groups all receive 2 tickets to the First Four;
0-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will be at Up and Running in Centerville on Saturday, March 15 from 3pm to 5pm or at the Wright State Student Union on Race Day, starting at 8am.
Race Postcard
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
