State Championship Central
Everything you need for the 2026 Utah State Championship weekend in St. George: Friday & Saturday wave schedules, pre-ride times, vehicle gate hours, and packing checklists.
Friday, Oct 23 & Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 · St. George, UT
📍 Venue: St. George, Utah · Red Rock Championship Courses · 2-Day Finale Crowning Male & Female Champions in Every Category!
Qualified High School student-athletes (Grades 9–12) from all Utah regions gather in St. George for the pinnacle event of the season. Junior Development (JD) does not race at the State Championship. Call-ups are based on overall series point accumulation from the season.
Per Utah League policy, dogs are strictly prohibited at all race venues and pit zones for rider safety.
There is strictly NO camping permitted at the state venue. Plan on hotel lodging in St. George.
Riders must meet lap cut-off times (45m for 2-lap waves; 70–80m for Varsity) or they will be pulled from course.
Pit Zone opens at 6:45 AM and closes strictly at 8:00 AM until the final racer crosses the line.
Official pre-ride plates must be mounted on bikes for all racers and coaches entering the course.
⏰ Race Day Schedule Timeline Sequence
Every category gathers for one combined wave meeting timed 1 hour before the earliest split in that category. Warm-ups and staging remain timed to each rider's actual race start time.
Arrival Time
Arrive at least 1.5 hours prior to your category meeting. Morning waves must arrive by 6:45–7:00 AM (Pit Zone vehicle gates close strictly at 8:00 AM!).
Pit Zone Check-In
Head straight to the Lehi team check-in table in Pit Zone. Verify plate/chip, check tire pressure, lube chain, and get your staging gate noted.
Category Meeting (10m)
1 meeting per category! All splits meet together 1 hour before earliest start (e.g., all JV B Boys meet at 7:30 AM; all JV A Boys at 10:00 AM).
Warm-Up (30m)
Structured 30-minute warm-up ride timed to your split's actual start. Later waves cheer on early teammates, then warm up at their dedicated time.
Stage Time (15m)
Report to staging 15 minutes prior at your assigned Gate (1, 2, or 3). Call-up order is strictly enforced by officials. Don't be late!
Gun Start!
Official gun time for your split wave! Race hard, ride smooth, stay safe, and represent Lehi High School!
📣 Stay All Day & Cheer On Teammates!
There is no bench on our team. We strongly encourage all families and riders to stay for both days, line the course with cowbells, and cheer on teammates across every wave!
2026 Utah State Championship Wave Schedules
High School championship waves for Friday (Waves 1–6) and Saturday (Waves 7–12).
Friday, October 23, 2026 · Wave Schedule
Waves 1–6 (JV B Boys, JV B Girls, JV C Boys, JV C Girls, Senior Open) · Podiums at 5:30 PM · DJ Dance Party 6:30–8:00 PM
Friday Night DJ Dance Party (6:30–8:00 PM): Pit Zone remains open until 8:00 PM for team dinners, athlete social parties, and parent hangouts while riders celebrate at the DJ Dance Party! Pre-ride for Saturday riders opens 20 minutes after the final Friday racer finishes until 6:00 PM.
1 Wave Meeting Per Category: We hold 1 combined wave meeting per category. The earliest start time dictates the category meeting time (1 hour prior at the Lehi Pit Zone tent). For example, all JV B Boys (Waves 1 & 2) meet together at 7:30 AM, even though Wave 2 starts at 9:40 AM. Warm-up and staging times remain timed to each rider's actual race start!
| Wave & Schedule | Split / Call-Up Range | Gate | Staging Time | Start Time | Plates | Laps | Pull Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wave 1 JV B Boys 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 7:30 – 7:40 AM (All JV B Boys) 🚗 Arrive: 6:45 – 7:00 AM 🚴 Warm-Up: 7:40 – 8:10 AM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | JV B Boys (Split 1) Call-up: #1–12 (72 riders) | Gate 1 | 8:15 AM | 8:30 AM | 2000–2899 | 2 Laps | — |
JV B Boys (Split 2) Call-up: #13–24 (72 riders) | Gate 2 | 8:20 AM | 8:35 AM | — | |||
JV B Boys (Split 3) Call-up: #25–36 (72 riders) | Gate 3 | 8:25 AM | 8:40 AM | 9:25 AM | |||
Wave 2 JV B Boys 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 7:30 – 7:40 AM (Combined with Wave 1) 🚗 Arrive: 6:45 – 7:00 AM (Gate locks 8:00 AM) 🚴 Warm-Up: 8:50 – 9:20 AM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | JV B Boys (Split 4) Call-up: #37–48 (72 riders) | Gate 1 | 9:25 AM | 9:40 AM | 2000–2899 | 2 Laps | — |
JV B Boys (Split 5) Call-up: #49+ (72 riders) | Gate 2 | 9:30 AM | 9:45 AM | 10:30 AM | |||
Wave 3 JV B Girls 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 9:50 – 10:00 AM 🚗 Arrive: 9:15 AM 🚴 Warm-Up: 10:00 – 10:30 AM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | JV B Girls (Split 1) Call-up: #1–13 (80 riders) | Gate 1 | 10:35 AM | 10:50 AM | 1000–1599 | 2 Laps | — |
JV B Girls (Split 2) Call-up: #14–26 (80 riders) | Gate 2 | 10:40 AM | 10:55 AM | — | |||
JV B Girls (Split 3) Call-up: #27+ (80 riders) | Gate 3 | 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:45 AM | |||
Wave 4 JV C Boys 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 11:05 – 11:15 AM 🚗 Arrive: 10:30 AM 🚴 Warm-Up: 11:15 – 11:45 AM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | JV C Boys (Split 1) Call-up: #1–13 (80 riders) | Gate 1 | 11:50 AM | 12:05 PM | 6000–6899 | 2 Laps | — |
JV C Boys (Split 2) Call-up: #14–26 (80 riders) | Gate 2 | 11:55 AM | 12:10 PM | — | |||
JV C Boys (Split 3) Call-up: #27+ (80 riders) | Gate 3 | 12:00 PM | 12:15 PM | 1:00 PM | |||
Wave 5 JV C Girls & Senior Open Girls 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 12:20 – 12:30 PM 🚗 Arrive: 11:45 AM 🚴 Warm-Up: 12:30 – 1:00 PM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | JV C Girls (Split 1) Call-up: #1–14 (90 riders) | Gate 1 | 1:05 PM | 1:20 PM | 4000–4899 | 2 Laps | — |
JV C Girls (Split 2) Call-up: #15+ (90 riders) | Gate 2 | 1:10 PM | 1:25 PM | 2:10 PM | |||
Senior Open Girls Call-up: #All (TBD riders) | Gate 3 | 1:15 PM | 1:30 PM | 2:15 PM | |||
Wave 6 Senior Open Boys 📢 Category Mtg (1 per cat) 1:35 – 1:45 PM 🚗 Arrive: 1:00 PM 🚴 Warm-Up: 1:45 – 2:15 PM ⏱️ Max Lap: 45 min | Senior Open Boys (Split 1) Call-up: #All (TBD riders) | Gate 1 | 2:20 PM | 2:35 PM | Senior Open | 2 Laps | — |
Senior Open Boys (Split 2) Call-up: #All (TBD riders) | Gate 2 | 2:25 PM | 2:40 PM | — | |||
Senior Open Boys (Split 3) Call-up: #All (TBD riders) | Gate 3 | 2:30 PM | 2:45 PM | 3:30 PM |
Food, Hospitality & Volunteering
How we fuel our riders, support the team, and make race weekend run smoothly.
Team Food & Snacks
✨ The team provides food and snacks so parents are free to volunteer and cheer!
- Riders & Volunteers: Snacks are available all day. Lunch is served from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Lehi team tent.
- Families & Spectators: Please bring your own meals, drinks, and snacks for spectating throughout the weekend.
- Leftovers Policy: After 2:00 PM, once all riders have eaten, anyone (families/siblings) is welcome to grab leftover lunch — just check with a volunteer first!
Volunteer Opportunities
We need your help to make championship weekend run smoothly! Anyone who volunteers for the day (League or Team) is welcome to eat lunch with the team.
- League Volunteers (Mandatory): State Championship requires volunteers across course marshaling, staging, feed zone, and venue management. Sign up on the League Volunteer Portal ↗
- Lehi Team Volunteers (Coming Soon): The Lehi team volunteer schedule (Feed Zone hydration handoffs, tent support, and athlete hospitality) is currently being finalized. Check back soon for the sign-up link!
- Pit Zone Setup: Thursday afternoon (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM).
- Pit Zone Takedown: Saturday evening following the final wave and podium ceremonies.
What to Bring: Race Weekend Checklists
Double-check your gear bag and vehicle the night before traveling to St. George.
Rider Checklist
- Official Lehi MTB Race Kit (Jersey & Bibs/Shorts)
- Official League Number Plate & Pre-Ride Plate (mounted with zip ties)
- Certified Mountain Bike Helmet (no cracks or damage)
- Cycling Shoes, Socks & Gloves
- Eye Protection (Sunglasses / Clear Lenses)
- 2x Filled Water Bottles or Hydration Pack with Electrolytes
- Pre-Race Nutrition (Bananas, Stroopwafels, Energy Chews)
- Warm Layers (Morning desert temps can be in the 40s–50s °F)
- Post-Race Casual Clothes & Comfortable Shoes
- Bike Multi-tool, Hand Pump/CO2, Spare Tube & Tire Levers
Family & Spectator Checklist
- Pop-Up Canopy Tent or Shade Umbrellas for Venue
- Camp Chairs for Course Spectating
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) & Lip Balm
- Cowbells & Noise Makers (Cheer loud for Lehi!)
- Cooler with Extra Water, Drinks, and Lunch
- Portable Phone Charger / Power Bank
- Sturdy Hiking/Walking Shoes for Course Viewing
- Dust Buffs / Bandanas / Sunglasses for trail dust
- Trash Bags (Pack it in, pack it out — Leave No Trace!)
- Warm Jackets for Morning & Light Clothes for Afternoon
Official Resources & Quick Links
Direct links to State Championship portals, volunteer forms, and league results.
View Season Events & Venue Details
Check out venue locations, dates, and official Utah League race links.