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Hal Canfield Memorial Mile

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 12:25 PM EDT

Location
Knoxville, TN
Volunteer Blvd, 37996
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

A competitive mile race on the track, perfect for chasing a PR while supporting college scholarships for local high school athletes.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • For a Cause
  • Masters (40+)

Great for: cause-driven runners, masters runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Hal Canfield Memorial Mile invites runners to test their speed on the Tom Black Track as part of the larger Volunteer Track Classic. This event offers a chance to pursue a personal record in a competitive setting, with awards for top finishers and KTC Grand Prix points available. Beyond the race, your participation supports a meaningful cause: proceeds directly fund the Hal Canfield Endowment Scholarship, providing college tuition to local graduating high school athletes in honor of KTC Founder Hal Canfield.

What to expect

  • Race on the Tom Black Track during the Volunteer Track Classic.
  • Compete in heats for women and men, aiming for a personal best.
  • Awards for top 10 male/female in Open, Masters, and Grandmasters categories.

Standout details

  • Part of the Volunteer Track Classic
  • Supports Hal Canfield Scholarship Fund
  • Awards for top 10 male/female
  • KTC Grand Prix Points available

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 12:25 PM EDT · From $17.00

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 2:45 PM EDT

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 12:45 PM EDT · From $17.00

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 2:45 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Date, Time, & Place:   Saturday April 18, 12:00pm, Tom Black Track

Course Description and Highlights:   We are super excited to showcase the Hal Canfield Memorial Mile during the Volunteer Track Classic! Pursue your PR with us in 2026!

Proceeds from this race go to the Hal Canfield Endowment Scholarship fund. Scholarships are distributed each year to local graduating high school athletes for college tuition to honor KTC Founder Hal Canfield.

Registration & Entry Fee (NO REFUNDS and NO TRANSFERS): $15. There is no race day registration.

Race Day Schedule:

11:00 AM - Check-in begins at Tom Black Track ~ 12:15 PM - Women's Mile Heats ~ 12:35 PM-  Men's Mile Heats 1:15 PM - Awards Awards:  Race Day Awards to the top 10 male/female in each category: Open Masters Grandmasters (Please note this is different from the normal KTC race award structure)

KTC Grand Prix Points are calculated using the Grand Prix scoring system using normal overall and age group finishes as defined here

Grand Prix Points Team Competition : The Hal Canfield Mile is on the 2026 Team Competition schedule. 2026 Grand Prix Points awarded winners in various categories and age groups.

Results: Complete results will be available on Runsignup after the event.

Information, questions, or anyone needing special assistance, please contact: info@ktc.org .

KTC Safety Policy : The Knoxville Track Club Board of Directors has approved an Event Safety Policy, viewable here: Weather Policy . Please familiarize yourself with it.

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