Cross Country

If you have a runner entering 5th through 8th grades please email Head Coach Andrea Leach to join the CtR XC Distribution List.
Summer team training:

Crusader 2020 Cross Country Preseason Runs
On-Your-Own starting Monday, June 15*
Get out EARLY! No later than 7am is best to avoid the heat!

*Contact Coach Leach for workouts at andrea.leach@ctrschool.com.

All Rising 4th-8th grade students interested in running with the Cross Country 2020 Team need to start training on their own. Returning runners please encourage other CtRCS classmates to join. We need new recruits!

Crusader Cross Country is entering its 5th season! Cross Country is PERFECT for cross training athletes in our other fall sports, soccer and volleyball. Meets will not conflict with games. If basketball is YOUR sport, consider running cross country to improve endurance and conditioning. Your b-ball coach will LOVE you for it.

See the main Athletics page for required forms and fees. Only one form per athlete per school year needs to be completed.

All participants must have:

• Running shoes (stability sneakers preferred like Asics, Brooks, Saucony; please no converse or court shoes)
• Lightweight socks
• Weather appropriate shirt (avoid 100% cotton)/running shorts (no soffe style shorts allowed please)
• Beach towel for stretching on the ground and core work
• Refillable water jug

Cross Country Running is distance running over varied terrains. It is both an individual and team sport. Runners are working towards personal goals while at the same time working together as a member of the team. There is no experience required to join the team. Middle School is the perfect time to try out different activities. You might just find YOUR SPORT by trying something new.
 
The season will consist of five to six races. Races are usually on Saturday mornings. Practices will be held on Saturdays unless a meet is scheduled. The season race schedule will be distributed before the end of August. Team members are expected to run in addition to scheduled team practices. Running logs will be distributed to facilitate training. Progress will be assessed at practice. Practices are closed to siblings.
 
Races in middle school divisions are between one and two miles. Participation is great conditioning for all athletes. For those participating in other fall sports, like soccer, we are flexible and will work around your schedule.
 
Cross Country Running builds confidence and character, and improves physical fitness. Through the sweat, blisters, and soreness we build team camaraderie, and reveal individual character. Most importantly we recognize each other’s efforts and have some fun!