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Gopher Attack Marathon

Regina, SK
Sunday, April 25, 2027


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Course Description
The Gopher Attack Marathon course is a flat 21.1 km out-and-back loop starting at the Wascana Centre Authority.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, April 25, 2027
2026: Sunday, April 26, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 46°F (7°C)
Average High: 58°F (14°C)
Average Low: 33° F (0°C)


PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.81
Course Score: 99.81


Race Size

2026: No Results
2025: 57 Finishers
2024: 44 Finishers
2023: 24 Finishers
2022: 18 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: 10.5%
2024: 9.1%
2023: 16.7%
2022: 16.7%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No






Gopher Attack Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Gopher Attack Marathon was the 27th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 40th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2025, 10.5% of Gopher Attack Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 9.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Gopher Attack Marathon ranked 10th among marathons in Canada in 2025 and 18th in 2024. In Saskatchewan, it ranked 1st in 2025 and 2nd in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Gopher Attack Marathon has a Course Score of 99.81, ranking it as the 2nd fastest marathon course in Canada and the 1st fastest marathon course in Saskatchewan.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Gopher Attack Marathon a PR Score of 99.81. The PR Score ranks the Gopher Attack Marathon as the 2nd best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 1st best marathon for a PR in Saskatchewan.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Gopher Attack Marathon compares with other marathons in Canada and Saskatchewan for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Gopher Attack Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed2nd fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 1st fastest marathon course in Saskatchewan
Top 7% Nationally#1 of 2 in Saskatchewan
PR Potential2nd best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 1st best marathon for a PR in Saskatchewan
Top 7% Nationally#1 of 2 in Saskatchewan
Boston Qualifier Rate10th highest BQ percentage in Canada
Ranked 1st highest BQ percentage in Saskatchewan
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 35% Nationally#1 of 2 in Saskatchewan
Race Size27th largest marathon in Canada
Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Saskatchewan
Based on 2025 results
Top 88% Nationally#2 of 2 in Saskatchewan

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.




Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 1890 feet (576m)
Min Elevation: 1870 feet (570m)


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