Drake Athletics will host the fifth annual Baby Bowl on Sunday, Jan. 13 during halftime of the women’s basketball game, and the Toddler Trot on Sunday, Jan. 20 during halftime of the men’s basketball game.

Baby Bowl, Jan. 13: Children 18 months and younger are eligible to compete. This is a crawling-only competition. Registration is now open and closes on Jan. 10 or once all spots are filled. All contestants will receive a Drake Bulldogs baby bib. The top three finishers will receive prizes. View registration information.

Toddler Trot, Jan. 20: Children ages 3 and under are eligible to compete. This is a walking, waddling, and/or trotting only competition. Registration is now open and closes on Jan. 17 or once all spots are filled. All contestants will receive a Drake mini plastic basketball. The top three finishers in each race will receive prizes. View registration information.

For both contests, space is limited and contestant slots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Contestants will receive two complimentary tickets to the game for parents/guardians. Additional tickets for friends and family will be available at a discounted rate.

Ryan Harris, Athletics