SEPT. 22
APPLE VALLEY EAGLE INVITATIONAL
Three-time Class 2A state cross-country champion Maria Hauger is the headliner. The Shakopee runner won the race last season, resetting her meet record. More than 1,500 runners will take part in the 36th running of the meet. Admission is free.
MILACA MEGA MEET
Now in its 42nd year, the Mega Meet brings scores of quality teams up and down Hwy. 169 to race at the Milaca Golf Club. First race is at 10 a.m. The last varsity race begins at 1:45 p.m. Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for students.
SEPT. 29
ROY GRIAK INVITATIONAL
The 27th annual invitational, featuring great collegiate and high school racing, starts at 9 a.m. at the Les Bolstad Golf Course. First high school race (boys gold) is at 2 p.m. Admission: $5 adults, $2 students.
DAVID LA VAQUE
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