Running and Track & Field Organizations

Support for running and track and field is evident throughout the region's communities. The following list includes some key organizations, clubs and companies:

TrackTown USA
A volunteer board of running enthusiasts and community leaders spearheading Eugene's presence as the running capital.

USA Track & Field

 
TrackTown USA
2012 Destination Award Winner

University of Oregon
Find out more about legendary Hayward Field, the local track and field scene and the "must-see" stops in Track Town, USA.

Oregon Track Club
A volunteer, non-profit corporation whose objective is to sponsor and promote the development of track and field in the Eugene-Springfield metro area.

Running Groups
Run Momma Run
A women's running community that meets for weekly trail runs, conducts running clinics and coordinates group participation in marathons and fun runs.

Eugene Running Company
A free running group for all levels that meets Mondays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 9 a.m. at the Eugene Running Company store in Oakway Center. Beginner runs, walking, and performance training are also coordinated.

Nike Run Club
Meets in Eugene every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Nike store at Oakway Center. The group helps runners train for events, hosts running clinics and guest speakers. 

Oregon Track Club Elite

Track City Track Club
A non-profit organization committed to the development of youth age-group track, field and cross-country. Encourages personal achievement and development of a positive self-image by motivating every athlete to achieve his or her highest potential.

Race Management
Eclectic Edge Racing
Eclectic Edge has managed road races, trail races, triathlons, cross country and track meets of all sizes from start to finish, since 1988. They also provide professional announcing for runs, walks, triathlons and cycling events.  

Dark30 Sports
An event management company that coordinates community triathlons and cycling events. 

Running Stores
Eugene Running Company
A full-service running and walking store dedicated to growing enthusiasm and participation for running and walking through a store committed to exceptional customer service, industry leading products, education, encouragement and community. A store and a community resource center for all.

Nike
Bringing inspiration and innovation to athletes worldwide, the world's most competitive sports and fitness company started in Eugene. The local Nike Store at Eugene's Oakway Center not only outfits community runners and track and field athletes, its in-store displays are a tribute to Nike's Eugene-based heritage and roots.