Middle School XC Practice Info

Important Note:

      While summer conditioning is optional, it is extremely important to spend some quality time this summer getting in shape.  I expect each athlete to be able to run 2 miles by the second week of August; however, this is not a requirement.  If you will be out of town this summer (August) but are interested in being on the team, e-mail me at coach@freewalt.com or call me at 419-203-5280 so I can add you to my list.  Absences before school starts will be excused for vacations, family events, and summer sports, but please notify me.  All athletes must have 10 official practices and a valid physical before they are allowed to run in a meet.  Physical forms are available in the high school athletic office.  This schedule is subject to change.

Q. What is Cross-Country?

Cross-Country is distance running.  Each race is two miles long.  In Track & Field, athletes race around … you guessed it … a track.  In Cross-Country, athletes race through wooded trails, through meadows, up hills, down hills, etc.  Think of it as “off-road” Track & Field.  It’s a great opportunity to compete and a great way to get in shape for other sports (like basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, and track).

Q. When and where are practices?

Conditioning and practices will be held during the summer at the shelter house near the pond at Faurot Park from 7:00-8:00 pm. Once school starts, practices will be held after school everyday from 2:45-4:30.

Q. What do I need to take to practice?

Comfortable running/training shoes and socks (not basketball sneakers, track spikes, or skateboarding shoes), comfortable shorts and shirt, a water bottle, and a POSITIVE ATTITUDE.

Q. What about the weather?

If it is pouring, if there is lightning, or if there is a thunderstorm warning or tornado warning for Allen County, a summer practice will automatically be cancelled.  If in doubt, please call me at 419-203-5280.