End of Week 1 News & Notes

It is going to be HOT & HUMID this week...make sure to hydrate all day long so you are ready for afternoon practices...drinking water, juices, and sports drinks are your best options (stay away from caffeine and energy drinks)...bring a water bottle to practice to rehydrate immediately after runs

WEEK TWO PRACTICE SCHEDULE

August 26th (Mon)       8:00 am – JMM (optional)                4:00pm – Pope Farm Park

August 27th (Tues)      8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM

August 28th (Wed)       8:00 am – JMM (optional)                4:00pm - JMM

August 29th (Thurs)    8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM

August 30th (Fri)         8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM   

August 31st (Sat)         8:00am - Intrasquad (click link for more info)   Athletes arrive at 6:45am

                 ***Family Informational Meeting *** (immediately after race)

 WEEK THREE PRACTICE SCHEDULE

September 2nd (Mon)  8:00 am - Captain’s Practice  – UW Arboretum 
September 3rd (Tues)  SCHOOL BEGINS - practice after school 3:45pm – 6:00

Athlete Questionnaire (all athletes need to click & fill out)

REMINDER - Everyone will need a watch this season!!!! Any watch will do but here is coach's recommendation - Timex Ironman

Official Practice Begins Monday August 19th

Athlete Questionnaire (all athletes need to click & fill out)

REMINDER - Everyone will need a watch this season!!!! Any watch will do but here is coach's recommendation - Timex Ironman

WEEK ONE PRACTICE SCHEDULE

August 19th (Mon)       8:00 am – JMM                               4:00pm – Elver (optional)

August 20th (Tues)       8:00 am – JMM                               4:00pm – Elver (optional)

August 21st (Wed)        8:00 am – JMM                               4:00pm – BLITZ @ JMM

August 22nd (Thur)      8:00 am – JMM                               4:00pm – Elver (optional)

August 23rd (Fri)          8:00 am – (Zimmer CC Course)        4:00pm – Elver (optional)

 August 24th (Sat)         8:00am – Hill Farms Pool (we will run…then swim)

WEEK TWO PRACTICE SCHEDULE

August 26th (Mon)       8:00 am – JMM (optional)                4:00pm – Pope Farm Park

August 27th (Tues)      8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM

August 28th (Wed)       8:00 am – JMM (optional)                4:00pm - JMM

August 29th (Thurs)    8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM

August 30th (Fri)         8:00 am – JMM (optional)                 4:00pm - JMM   

August 31st (Sat)         8:00am - Intrasquad            Athletes arrive at 6:45am

                 ***Family Informational Meeting *** (immediately after race)

 WEEK THREE PRACTICE SCHEDULE

September 2nd (Mon)          Captain’s Practice  – UW Arboretum 
September 3rd (Tues)          SCHOOL BEGINS - practice after school 3:45pm – 6:00

Order JMM Cross Country Clothing
Clothing Options - Ordering Website (MMCC13)
Orders Must be Made by Mon August 26th

Upcoming Events

Athlete Questionnaire (all athletes need to click & fill out)

Did you miss the Spartan Sports Kickoff on Aug 1st?

IT IS MANDATORY for parent and athlete!!!
You won't be able to join the team if you have not done this before August 19th

Contact our Athletic Director Mr. Schlitz at jschlitz@madison.k12.wi.us for make up opportunities
Need to turn in some cards you didn't have at the Spartan Sports Kickoff?? Stop in the athletic office at JMM between 8am - 12pm Mon - Thurs

Tuesday August 13th @ 6:00pm (optional)

Fleet Feet 2 mile CC Kickoff - Elver Park
Registration Form (needs parent signature if not yet 18)

Athletes, Parents, &/or Siblings are encouraged to participate!!
Parents interested in volunteering instead of running can contact Matt Anderson (matt@fleetfeetmadison.com)

Saturday August 17th (optional)

Madison Mini-Marathon Volunteering

Sunday August 18th @ 5:00pm (optional)

Captains Potluck - Walnut Grove Park

What: Meet & Greet teammates & families
Learn about training shoe options (Fleet Feet)
Opportunity to ask questions or turn in paperwork
Who:  All boys cross country members and family
What to bring: Bring Your Own Beverages
Bring Your Own Plates, Cups, & Silverware
Bring an item to share for all:
Food to bring by last name:
A - H – Desserts
I - L – Salads (Fruit, Veggie, etc)
M - Z – Main Dish

Monday August 19th @ 8:00am

1st Day of Practice - Lower Team Room

Must have all your paperwork completed and turned in to athletic office to participate

We will run for 30+ minutes on 1st day of practice...have your running shoes and watch
REMINDER - Everyone will need a watch this season!!!! Any watch will do but here is coach's recommendation - Timex Ironman

Order JMM Cross Country Clothing
Clothing Options - Ordering Website (MMCC13)
Orders Must be Made by Mon August 26th

Random Cross Country Handouts

Running Route Maps

Measured&Marked Loop/Route Maps

Nutrition/Health Handout

Meet Preparation Instructions

5k Pacing Chart