Welcome to the Hale Cross Country team! I'm so excited to be back for my 10th season with the program, and I can't wait to get started!
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
- Online registration must be completed, using this Google form - LINK
- An up-to-date physical must be on file in the nurse's office. The physical must have been conducted in the last 13 months, and needs to be replaced with a newer physical if the 13-month period expires mid-season.
- An athletic user fee of $55 must be paid before the first meet. This can be paid through the district's online payment center (LINK), or via check made out to Hale Middle School.
- A student must be in good academic standing (refer to page 15 of the Hale student handbook - LINK)
PRESEASON PREPARATION
To prepare for the upcoming season, I'd recommend starting to run on your own; get out for an easy jog three or four days next week. Try to limit your distance - if you're new to distance running or dreadfully out of shape, try to work your way up to running a mile without stopping; if you've been on the team before or are already in great shape, try to get up to 1.5 - 2 miles. These runs are more about distance than speed - I want you to be able to complete the run at a pace where you can maintain a conversation without stopping to take breaths.
Make sure you have a good pair of shoes - if your current pair is getting worn out, I'd highly recommend getting a new pair. Additionally, make sure you are prepared for the weather - we will be practicing into late October / early November, and I prefer to hold every practice outdoors.
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I stopped by the school at lunch to day to pass out information, but I can only fit so much information on a double-sided sheet of paper. If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to send me an e-mail. I'm happy to help any way I can: blangelo@nrsd.net.
Looking forward to another awesome season! See you on September 12!
Coach Ben
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