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February 22, 2002
(INDIANAPOLIS) The Indiana Invaders will host the 2004 USA World Cross Country Trials in downtown Indianapolis along the White River directly across the river from the Indianapolis Zoo and directly behind the famed IU Track Stadium.

The unique setting on an international style course, within walking distance of downtown Indianapolis, will feature America's top distance athletes, competing for spots on the USA National Team. The course will feature a distinct layout with barriers, mud, and various other challenges in addition to small hills on the other wise flat course. Spectators will have a spectacular view of the cross country battle in its entirety from the grass on the river embankment.

Local sponsors have already pledged support for the 2004 World Trials. Medical services will be provided by St. Vincent Sports Medicine. Parking and access to the venue has been offered by the Indianapolis Zoo. Additional support has been offered by the National Insitute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS). And, the White River State Park along with The City of Indianapolis have generously made the property available for this prestigious event.

"We are very excited about the opportunity for two reasons, first we have an energizing event to continue driving the development of our distance team and secondly we look to present an event in an manner that incorporates new technology and our community's unique resources such that other events in our sport might be considered for Indianapolis," said Team Director Greg Harger.

The 2003 USATF Winter Nationals will take place February 8-9 in Houston, Texas.

The Indiana Invaders, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1998, presenting an innovative approach to track & field by providing a resident-based, athlete-centered support system unique to the sport in the United States.

For additional information on the Indiana Invaders, please contact Greg Harger at 317 289-4018 or online at: (email)