01 // Can I compete for my high school while in middle school?

Yes, provided you meet the following conditions:

• You're in 8th grade,

• You're competing in a sport your middle school doesn't offer (i.e. cross country and indoor track & field), and

• You compete for the high school you are zoned for.

Cross Country practice begins in early August. Indoor Track practice begins in mid November. Contact our staff for additional details.  

03 // Do I have to be fast to make the team? 

Nope! We have a “takes no talent” tryout. To make the team, you just need to:

1. Fill out our registration form.

2. Complete all of your paperwork,

3. Compete in our time trials (we don’t care what your times are, just that you compete), and

4. Sign and return our team contract.

Do those four things and you’re on the team!

Pro-Tip: Scan a copy of your physical! Sometimes, school administration (at any school) loses things and it helps to be prepared. You'll also be able to re-use this physical when you return to your middle school team! 

05 // What does the training look like? Is it different for 8th graders? 

It's similar, but we adjust the volume of all athletes based on the training group they're placed in. Generally, less experienced athletes will train at a lower volume. 

For distance-oriented athetes, you can get an idea of how we scale our training from our cross country summer program.

07 // Where do I get gear?

Athletes can purchase a uniform top for $50 via cash, check, or Online School Payments (Look for Coach Jay as the Teacher/Sponsor). 

For shorts, any plain black pair of shorts will do. Some are available in our team shop. (Purchased items typically arrive within a week)

For running shoes, we strongly recommend getting fitted at a local specialty running shop. Shoes are the one piece of gear that really matters. Fashion sneakers or basketball shoes aren’t built for the miles our athletes put in, and the wrong pair is one of the most common reasons new runners get hurt. A specialty shop will watch you run and match you to a shoe built for your foot. 

We recommend athletes get new shoes either once per season or every 300 - 400 miles, whichever comes first. 

09 // What if I have other questions?

Please reach out! More information about our coaches, including our contact information, is here.

Parents - We're especially happy to explain the whole process and speak with you about our team, training philosophy, and answer whatever questions you might have.