The NB All-Star Mile (NBASM) 2022 is a challenge for Singapore’s top young runners and athletes of all sports to run their fastest mile.
When is the NB All-Star Mile 2022?
The Qualifiers of the NBASM 2022 will take place on 17 December, with the Finals on 18 December.
Where will the Qualifiers and Finals of the NB All-Star Mile 2022 take place?
The NBASM 2022 will be held at the Hougang Stadium (100 Hougang Avenue 2, Singapore 538856). Click here for directions.
Men’s U19 (aged 15 to 18 years as of 31 December 2022)
Men’s U23 (aged 19 to 22 years as of 31 December 2022)
Women’s U19 (aged 15 to 18 years as of 31 December 2022)
Women’s U23 (aged 19 to 22 years as of 31 December 2022)
What is the race format?
The NBASM 2022 is structured with three stages of competition:
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Time-trial (Virtual race) 21 Nov-9 Dec |
Qualifiers (Physical race) 17 Dec |
Finals (Physical race) 18 Dec |
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This stage requires participants to complete an individual time trial of one mile (1609m) |
Top-ranked participants entered via the public method of entry will race against the clock at Hougang Stadium on 17 December while top-ranked participants entered via the Singapore Athletics member/school method of entry will receive a bye in this stage of the competition | Top-ranked participants entered through the Singapore Athletics member/school entry and top runners from the Qualifiers will race against the clock at Hougang Stadium on 18 December |
How many qualification places are available for each category in the Qualifiers and Finals?
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Entry method/ Competition stage |
Time-trial
(Virtual race) 21 Nov-9 Dec |
Qualifiers
(Physical race) 17 Dec |
Finals
(Physical race) 18 Dec |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public entry | N.A. | 40 | 10 |
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Singapore Athletics member/ school entry |
N.A. | – | 10 |
Application
The NBASM 2022 is open to Singaporeans or Permanent Residents of Singapore with a valid NRIC, or foreigners with a valid FIN, aged 15 to 22 years as of 31 December 2022.
If you are under the age of 18 as of 21 November 2022, then you must provide a completed Parental/Guardian Consent Form that has been signed by your parent/legal guardian. The completed and signed Parental/Guardian Consent Form must be handed to the Event Personnel when you check in on the day of the race.
Yes. Entering and participating in the NBASM 2022 is free.
There are two methods of entry – public entry and Singapore Athletics member/ school entry.
| Public entry | To enter via the public method of entry, you must complete a virtual time trial of one mile during the qualifying window from 21 November to 9 December, and visit www.nb-allstarmile.sg to submit your application and time trial result from 23 November through the conclusion of the application period on 9 December. For further details, please check out this page. |
| Singapore Athletics member/school entry | To enter via the Singapore Athletics member/school method of entry, you must be nominated by either a Singapore Athletics member 1 or an eligible educational institution/school 2 by 8 December, complete a virtual time trial of one mile during the qualifying window from 21 November to 9 December, and visit www.nb-allstarmile.sg to submit your application and time trial results by 9 December. Top-ranked participants entered through the Singapore Athletics member/school method of entry will qualify directly to the Finals. For further details, please check out this page. 1 For the list of approved and current Singapore Athletics Full Members and Associate Members, please visit Singapore Athletics website. 2 Eligible educational institutions/schools include Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges and Millennia Institute, Polytechnics, ITEs and Universities in Singapore. Eligible educational institutions/schools not already contacted, please let us know by writing to [email protected]. For other educational institutions/schools interested in participating in the NB All-Star Mile 2022, please contact us at [email protected], we will assess eligibility on a case-by-case basis. |
Race your one-mile (1609m) in a single run activity (without pausing or stopping) during the qualifying window and track it with a GPS running tracker using imperial measurements.
You will need to provide a screenshot of your one-mile time trial result. It must clearly show the date, distance logged, time taken and average pace of the run. Screenshot without either of the information will be rejected.
There are plenty of free tracking apps available, Strava being one of the most popular among runners.
Your mile (1609m) can be run on any level ground where you can pick up a GPS signal. Indoor runs, treadmill runs and manual uploads will not be counted toward your result.
You may run multiple one mile efforts during the qualifying window if you wish to improve your result but you can only submit one time trial result. .
You can run more than one mile, but no more than a differential of 10%. Your final time trial result will be determined by your average pace.
Places will be awarded on a ‘fastest first’ basis comparative to your age and gender. Completion and submission of the nomination/application does not guarantee entry into the event.
Upon successful submission of an application, an acknowledgement message will be displayed on your computer screen.
What is the application process?
We will review your application to make sure it is complete. If there is a problem with your application, or If we need further information or documentation from you, we’ll send you a message. If you receive a request to provide additional information or supporting documents, you must do this in the time frame requested, or your application may be refused.
How will I know the outcome of my application?
If you qualify for a place, we will be in touch with you directly and you are required to accept/decline it by the stipulated deadline given in the confirmation email. Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we will only be able to contact participants who qualify.
Why am I not receiving the emails?
Please be sure to check your junk or spam folder for these emails if it doesn’t arrive in your inbox and remember to set your account to receive emails from [email protected]. If you still don’t receive the emails, please write to [email protected].
Nomination
Ask your Singapore Athletics-affiliated club or school about being nominated. If a Singapore Athletics member or an educational institution/school is eligible, it will automatically be sent a link to the NB All-Star Mile nomination form with invitation code(s) by email by 23 November 2022. If your Singapore Athletics-affiliated club or school has not yet received the email or has questions regarding the process, please feel free to share this information with the representatives directly or ask them to contact us at [email protected].
I’ve been nominated by my SA-affiliated club or school. Can I still enter via the public entry?
If you have been nominated by your Singapore Athletics-affiliated club or school and would like to increase your chances of gaining a place, you could also apply under the public entry for another chance to secure a place. If you end up gaining a place under the Singapore Athletics member/school entry, your application under the public entry will automatically be withdrawn.
If you miss out on the Singapore Athletics-affiliated club or school nomination, don’t be dispirited – you can make it to the start line via a public entry application.
How will my Singapore Athletics-affiliated club or school know that the nomination has been received?
Upon successful submission of a nomination, an acknowledgement message will be displayed on the computer screen.
What is the nomination process and how long does it take?
We will review the nomination to make sure it is complete. Once we find the nomination complete, we’ll send both you and your representative a notification email with instructions to complete the application process. Your nomination will be processed within three working days (excluding the day of submission). Some nominations require further administrative processing, which takes additional time. Please be patient. We will contact you as soon as this processing has been completed.
Race kits
Race kit for participants racing in the Qualifiers include:
– New Balance race t-shirt
– Race bib
– Hip numbers
Race kit for participants racing in the Finals include:
– New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite V3 (worth S$329)
– New Balance race t-shirt
– Race bib
– Hip numbers
What are the sizes for the race t-shirt?
Please check the size guide before choosing your preferred sizing. Sizes are subject to availability. In the event that the preferred sizes are no longer available, the next best size will be provided.
Men’s race t-shirt size guide
| Asian Fit | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hip (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 82 – 87 | 64 – 69 | 82 – 87 |
| S | 87 – 92 | 69 – 74 | 87 – 92 |
| M | 92 – 97 | 74 – 79 | 92 – 97 |
| L | 97 – 103 | 79 – 84 | 97 – 103 |
Women’s race t-shirt size guide
| Asian Fit | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hip (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 76 – 80 | 64 – 68 | 83 – 87 |
| S | 80 – 84 | 68 – 72 | 87 – 91 |
| M | 84 – 88 | 72 – 76 | 91 – 95 |
| L | 88 – 93 | 76 – 81 | 95 – 100 |
What are the sizes for the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite V3?
Please check the size guide before choosing your preferred sizing. Sizes are subject to availability. In the event that the preferred sizes are no longer available, the next best size will be provided.
| US Men | US Women | UK | EU | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | 5 | 3 | 35.5 | 21.5 |
| – | 5.5 | 3.5 | 36 | 22 |
| – | 6 | 4 | 37 | 22.5 |
| – | 6.5 | 4.5 | 37.5 | 23 |
| – | 7 | 5 | 38 | 23.5 |
| – | 7.5 | 5.5 | 38.5 | 24 |
| – | 8 | 6 | 39.5 | 24.5 |
| 7 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 40 | 25 |
| 7.5 | 9 | 7 | 40.5 | 25.5 |
| 8 | – | 7.5 | 41.5 | 26 |
| 8.5 | – | 8 | 42 | 26.5 |
| 9 | – | 8.5 | 42.5 | 27 |
| 9.5 | – | 9 | 43 | 27.5 |
| 10 | – | 9.5 | 44 | 28 |
| 10.5 | – | 10 | 44.5 | 28.5 |
| 11 | – | 10.5 | 45 | 29 |
Can I change my t-shirt and shoe sizes?
If you would like to request for a size change after your entry submission, please let us know during the race kit collection. Sizes are subject to availability.
When and how will I receive my race kit?
Race kits for participants racing in the Qualifiers on 17 December and the Finals on 18 December of the NBASM 2022 will be issued on the day of the races. You must collect the race kit in person at Hougang Stadium.
Race day
What time should I check in?
Plan to arrive 60 to 90 minutes before the race start time to give yourself plenty of time to check in and collect your race kit.
You must report 30 minutes to the designated reporting area before race start time.
More information on race schedules will be available on the News section of the NBSM website – so stay tuned!
What do I need to bring for the check-in procedure on race day?
You must bring along your Singapore-issued ID (NRIC/FIN) or student ID and confirmation email. If you are under the age of 18 as of 21 November, you must provide a completed Parental/Guardian Consent Form.
Do I have to wear my race bib and hip numbers?
Yes absolutely, this is your proof of entry for the race, and will gain you access to the track.
I’m racing in the Qualifiers and Finals of the NB All-Star Mile 2022. Do I have to wear the race t-shirt that is included in the race kit?
Yes, you are required to wear it when you take part in the Qualifiers and Finals of the NBASM 2022.
I’m racing in the Finals of the NB All-Star Mile 2022. Do I have to wear the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite V3 that is included in the race kit?
You are encouraged to wear it when you take part in the Finals of the NBASM 2022. Keep in mind that it must be worn during the victory ceremony as part of the podium uniform.
Can spectators (friends, family and fans) attend the NB All-Star Mile 2022?
Absolutely!
Results
Results will be published on the NBASM website within 24 hours of the event.
Prizes and victory ceremony
The five fastest runners of each category will be awarded with prize money and, in addition, the three fastest runners of each category will receive one-year of New Balance product sponsorship.
| Position | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | Prize money of S$2,500 and one-year of New Balance product sponsorship worth S$1800 |
| 2 nd | Prize money of S$1,800 and one-year of New Balance product sponsorship worth S$1500 |
| 3 rd | Prize money of S$1,300 and one-year of New Balance product sponsorship worth S$1000 |
| 4 th | Prize money of S$800 |
| 5 th | Prize money of S$300 |
Will there be a victory ceremony at the end of the race?
Yes, of course! There will be a victory ceremony to celebrate our top runners.
Withdrawal
Please email [email protected] if you cannot participate in a race that you have entered so that other runners can participate.
If I do not attend the race for any reason, can I still receive the race kit?
Unfortunately no.
Health and safety
No. The Vaccination-Differentiated Safe Management Measures (VDS) have been lifted from 10 October 2022. That said, please note that the event guidance and/or requirements for the NBASM 2022 will be in line with Singapore’s prevailing Safe Management Measures (SMMs).
How do I obtain first aid if I need it?
First aid is available. If you feel unwell at any stage during your race, speak with a race official or event personnel who will be able to obtain assistance for you.
What happens if there is bad weather?
A little rain won’t stop the NBASM 2022! In the event that severe weather does threaten the event, the races will be delayed.