
2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational is a running race on September 22–23, 2026 in Saint Albans, WV.
Hosted by St. Albans High School
Middle School Races
Tuesday, September 22nd
Girls 3K - 4:30pm
Boys 3K - 5:00pm
High School Races
Wednesday, September 23rd
Varsity Girls 5K - 4:30pm (Max of 7 athletes per team)
Varsity Boys 5K - 5:10pm (Max of 7 athletes per team)
JV Girls 5K - 5:50pm
JV Boys 5K - 6:30pm
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Tuesday, 9/22
High
76°
Low
62°
Chance rain showers
Race Day 2
Wednesday, 9/23
High
74°
Low
57°
Showers and thunderstorms likely
Population
10,637
as of 2023
City Elevation
780 ft
Nearest Airport
CRW
Yeager Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 126 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational
Sep 22, 2026