MISFITS MEET GEAR

**ENTRY STATUS UPDATE** (Updated as of 1/5/26)

At this time, the CYUP Misfits Invite is at or near capacity in most events in order to maintain a high-quality competitive experience and stay on schedule.

If an athlete believes their performances place them in a position that would meaningfully contribute to the competitive depth of a particular event, they are welcome to reach out directly at cyuptraining@gmail.com. All inquiries are reviewed on a case-by-case basis with the goal of preserving fair competition and the overall integrity of the meet.

We appreciate the tremendous interest in the Misfits Invite and want to emphasize that capacity limits are not a reflection of an athlete's ability-only the logistical realities of hosting a tightly run, athlete-focused meet.

Thank you to all athletes and coaches for understanding and for helping make this event what it is.

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Welcome to the 6th Annual CYUP Misfits Invite!

Over the past five years, the CYUP Misfits Invite has developed into one of the premier indoor meets in the Midwest, producing a National Record, six U.S. #1 performances, and more than 70 Illinois #1 marks.

CYUP Misfits is designed to be more than just another competition. Athletes are given the opportunity to compete in unique "off" events such as the 300m, 600m, and 1000m, allowing them to explore new distances, open their season creatively, and compete at a high level without the pressure of their primary events.

This meet brings together athletes of all ability levels, from All-Americans and state champions to first-time competitors, on one of the fastest indoor tracks in the country. Our priority is delivering a high-quality, athlete-centered experience while maintaining a professionally run meet that stays on schedule.

We are excited to welcome athletes, coaches, and spectators for the 6th edition of CYUP Misfits and look forward to another outstanding year at the Worrill Center.

ENTRY CLEANUP NOTICE

We will be cleaning the entry list tomorrow, and all unpaid athletes will be removed from the meet. Following this process, we will attempt to make reasonable accommodations where space allows.

All event caps and athlete limits are carefully calculated based on the allotted time available for the meet. This approach allows us to maintain a tight, efficient schedule and deliver a high-quality experience for all participants.

REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEES

$15 + tax/fee per individual entry$45 + tax/fee per relay entry

Athletes may compete in up to four total events.

All fees are due by the close of registration. Entry fees are required regardless of whether the athlete competes. Unpaid entries will be removed once registration closes.

Registration DeadlineJanuary 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM CST

Please note that events may close before the deadline once capacity is reached. Completing both registration and payment early is the only way to secure a spot if space is available.

SEEDING GUIDELINES

Only marks achieved from the start of the 2025 indoor season to the present will be accepted. Road race performances will not be accepted for seeding purposes. Cross country marks may be considered when seeding the 2 Mile.

All seed times will be verified. Conversion factors and meet management discretion will be used to evaluate the reasonableness of submitted marks. Seed times that do not align with an athletes verified performance history may be adjusted or removed.

Please enter:

• 1600m seed times for the 1 Mile

• 3200m seed times for the 2 Mile

2 Mile Event Cap:  The Boys and Girls 2 Mile fields are capped at 20 athletes each. The top 20 verified entries at registration close will be accepted.

Conversion Factors:  300m = 200m  x 1.60 OR 400/ 1.3964,   600m = 400mx1.66 OR 800m/1.38,  1000m = 800m x 1.32

For questions regarding seed times, please email cyuptraining@gmail.com

FACILITY ACCESS & PRACTICE AVAILABILITY

The Worrill Center will be open the evening of Friday, January 16 for athletes and teams who wish to practice.

Additional details regarding practice times, access, and guidelines will be shared closer to the meet date.

PACKET PICKUP

Packet pickup will be located at the entrance of the facility during athlete check-in.

Athletes will receive their bibs at check-in. Bibs will be organized alphabetically by last name.

MISFITS GEAR

Misfits apparel is back by popular demand. After selling out of hoodies and long-sleeve tees last year, a limited online release is available. Remaining inventory will be sold onsite at the meet. Ordering online is the only way to guarantee availability. Online Store will be open 1/3.

SPECTATOR FEES

$15 per day + tax/fee

Tickets will be available online and onsite.

COACHES PASSES

1 pass for 1-5 athletes, 2 passes for 6-14 athletes, 3 passes for 15+ athletes

Coach wristbands will be included in team packets.

EVENTS

Running Events: 60m Dash, 60m Hurdles, 300m, 600m, 1000m, 1 Mile, 2 Mile, 4x200m Relay

Field Events: Long Jump, Triple Jump, High Jump, Shot Put, Pole Vault

DIVISIONS

4th-6th Grade, 7th-8th Grade and High School

Middle school athletes may petition to compete in high school events. Girls precede boys in all events where applicable.

AWARDS

Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each event. Awards may be picked up at the awards table once results are posted.

CLERKING & CHECK-IN PROCEDURES

-Arrive race-ready with spikes on

-Know your heat and lane assignmentCheck in at clerking

-Receive hip numbers

-Athletes will be escorted to the start line

HEAT SHEETS

Heat sheets will be posted no later than January 14, 2026.

LIVE MEET UPDATES

Please listen to the meet announcer for real-time updates. Follow Milesplitheartland, illinoisrunningnews and cyup_misfits_invite on Instagram for meet coverage and updates.

SPIKE POLICY

Only 1/4-inch pyramid spikes are permitted. Spikes may only be worn on the track surface. Athletes wearing spikes outside designated areas will not be permitted to compete.

CYUP MISFITS INVITE - MEET SCHEDULE

Saturday, January 17, 2026

RUNNING EVENTS

Time	Event	Notes
8:00 AM	1 Mile (MS & HS)
10:05 AM	60m Hurdles - Prelims
10:30 AM	60m Dash - Prelims
12:15 PM	60m Hurldes - Finals (HS Only)	Top 8 Fastest Times
12:20 PM	60m Dash - Finals (HS Only)	Top 16 Fastest Times (HS Finals Only)
12:30 PM	600m Run	Run in Super Alleys (Fast Heat - 6 max)
1:40 PM	Open Mile - Section 1
	Open Mile - Section 2
1:55 PM	Middle School Elite	7th & 8th Grade Girls & Boys (Top 14-20)
2:10 PM	Elite Girls & Boys Mile	Section 5 for Girls and Section 9 for Boys
2:25 PM	Girls Tracksmith Elite Mile
2:30 PM	Boys Tracksmith Elite Mile
2:35 PM	300m
4:55 PM	1000m
5:50 PM	4x200m Relay
6:20 PM	2 Mile

FIELD EVENTS

Long Jump - 8:00 AM

Shot Put - 8:00 AM

Pole Vault - 8:00 AM

Triple Jump - Approx. 12:30 PM

High Jump