Cross Country Communications
Email October 17, 2023 - Subject "Season Wrap up "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: October 17, 2023
Subject: Season Wrap up
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Hello XC Parents!
I just wanted to say thank you to all of our parents and runners for a great season. It was so nice to coach your children and get the opportunity to meet all of you.
A few wrap up items:
Central League Championship Results:
The boys and girls cross country teams competed in the Central League Championship race Friday afternoon at Rose Tree Park. The boys were up against 3 teams ranked in the top 20 in the state. Led by Nathan Kluge, Parker Warkentine, and Shane Walsh, the boys blazed their way to a third place finish. The girls, led by Alexia Tubbs who finished in fourth place, cruised to an easy victory as a team. This leaves the girls team undefeated for the entire season. Both teams look to compete next at the District 1 Championship at Lehigh University in two weeks.
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/555017-central-league-championships-2023/results
Season Dues – It’s not too late:
If you haven’t already paid your dues, please submit them ASAP. These dues help support all of the activities that the booster has organized.
Your dues payments go directly to:
WFP pavilion/stage rentals
Tailgates
Senior Recognition
Awards Banquet
Team t-shirts
The 2023 Season Dues are:
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.
Conestoga Cross Country Banquet
Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square. Look for an invitation this week!
Thanks again for everything!
Stacy
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Email October 9, 2023 - Subject "This week 10/9 + Updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: October 9, 2023
Subject: This week 10/9 + Updates
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Hello Cross Country Parents!
Below are this week’s updates and information.
Schedule this week
Monday 10/9 Practice at Wilson
Tuesday 10/10 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Wednesday 10/11 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 10/12 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 10/12 5:00 Senior Night
Friday 10/13 2:30 Central League Championships
(https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/555017-central-league-championships-2023)
THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!
Location: Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Road
Media PA 19063
Bus Departure: 1:00pm
Schedule:
2:30 pm - Boys Varsity
3:05 pm - Girls Varsity
3:45 pm - Boys JV
4:15 pm - Girls JV
Senior Night this Thursday!!
Hello Cross Country Families!
We’re ready to celebrate our Seniors and enjoy our final team dinner! We would love to have everyone come and join the festivities.
SENIOR NIGHT
Thursday, October 12, 2023
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Wilson Farm Park Stage
(In the event of rain, Senior Night will be held in the practice pavilion)
Please bring blankets, chairs, and flashlights as we will dine picnic-style during the Senior Night presentations.
Let’s make this a great event for the team!
The link to the Signup is here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-44198751-senior
Some additional details:
1. Please look at the Signup Genius link and sign up for items to contribute.
2. Bring your item to the stage area at 4:30pm (folding tables deliver at 4:00).
3. Join the celebration or return to pick up your runner at 6:30/7:00 pm.
William Tennent Invitational Results
The Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams brought their fitness and talent back into their home state of Pennsylvania this week. They competed in the William Tennent Invitational on Saturday afternoon. The boys fought hard throughout their races and earned second place finishes in both the JV and Varsity races. Parker Warkentine, Nathan Kluge, Shane Walsh, and Miles Warkentine all had times under 17 minutes. The girls continued their undefeated season by taking first place in both the JV and Varsity races. The JV team, led by first place finisher Rebecca Schmidt, scored a perfect 15 points for the 3rd consecutive week. The varsity team was able to take down a highly ranked Mount Saint Joseph’s team. Alexia Tubbs, Giovanna Porada, and Lily Jones all finished with times under 20 minutes. Both teams will compete this Friday at the Central League Championship meet at Rose Tree Park in Media.
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://results.run.tf/meets/28172
Season Dues:
It’s not too late to help support all of the activities that the booster has organized. Please submit dues ASAP!
Your dues payments go directly to:
WFP pavilion/stage rentals
Tailgates
Senior Recognition
Awards Banquet
Team t-shirts
The 2023 Season Dues are:
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.
Conestoga Cross Country Banquet
Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square. More information to come.
Thank you!
Stacy
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Email October 4, 2023 - Subject "Senior Night Information/Sign up Genius "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: October 4, 2023
Subject: Senior Night Information/Sign up Genius
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Hello Cross Country Families!
We’re ready to celebrate our Seniors and enjoy our final team dinner!
We would love to have everyone come and join the festivities.
SENIOR NIGHT
Thursday, October 12, 2023
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Wilson Farm Park Stage
(In the event of rain, Senior Night will be held in the practice pavilion)
Please bring blankets, chairs, and flashlights as we will dine picnic-style during the Senior Night presentations.
Let’s make this a great event for the team!
The link to the Signup is here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-44198751-senior
Some additional details:
1. Please look at the Signup Genius link and sign up for items to contribute.
2. Bring your item to the stage area at 4:30pm (folding tables deliver at 4:00).
3. Join the celebration or return to pick up your runner at 6:30/7:00 pm.
Thank you for helping us to honor our Seniors!
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Email October 2, 2023 - Subject "This week 10/2 + Updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: October 2, 2023
Subject: This week 10/2 + Updates
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Hello Cross Country Parents!
Below are this week’s updates and information.
Schedule this week
Monday 10/2 No School, optional Captain’s practice.
Tuesday 10/3 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Tuesday 10/3 11am – 9:30pm DanDan Fundraiser
Wednesday 10/4 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 10/5 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 10/6 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Saturday 10/7 The William Tennent Invitational (https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/557351-william-tennent-invitational-2023)
Location: William Tennent High school
333 Centennial Road
Warminster, PA 18974
Bus Departure: 11:00am
Schedule:
Boys' and Girls’ Novice Race 1:05
Girls' Junior Varsity Race 1:50
Boys' Junior Varsity Race 2:25
Girls' Varsity Race 3:00
Boys' Varsity Race 3:30
Awards Ceremony 4:00
Awards:
Boys' and Girls' Varsity - Medals to top 20 individuals
Boys' and Girls' J. V. - Medals to top 20 individuals
Boys' and Girls Novice - Medals to top 10 boys and top 10 girls
Varsity Team Races - Trophies to top 3 Varsity Teams
Junior Varsity Races - Trophies to top 3 J.V. Teams
Novice Race - No team trophies
Fundraisers
10/3 DanDan Wayne fundraiser is tomorrow!!
Please see the details below
Senior Night
The Stoga XC Senior Night is next week – Thursday October 12th. Look for more information coming this week including a sign up genius!!
Central League Meet #3 9/27 Results
The boys and girls’ cross-country teams finished up their Central League regular season yesterday afternoon at Rose Tree Park in Media. Both teams went up against Springfield, Radnor, Strath Haven, and Lower Merion. The boys had an outstanding race defeating all teams except for Lower Merion. This leaves the boys with a 9 and 2 record for the regular season. The girls continued their dominance by sweeping all 4 central league foes. This leaves the girls with a perfect 11 and 0 in the regular season in the Central League. Both teams will race this Saturday at the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington, Delaware.
Below are the individuals who finished top 20 per race.
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556654-central-athletic-league-meet-6-2023/results
Salesianum Invitational 9/30 Results
The boys and girls cross country teams competed Saturday at the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington Delaware. Both teams put their fitness and speed on display on an extremely challenging course. Girls JV, led by first place finisher Laura Traineau, scored a perfect score of 15 points on the way to their first place finish. The boys varsity took care of business and finished in second place as a team, just missing first place by six points. The girls varsity again won first place. The varsity girls team has not been beaten by any team in the tristate area this season. Both teams are still ranked in the top 20 in the state of Pennsylvania. Both teams will race next Saturday at the William Tennent Invitational in Bucks County.
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://de.milesplit.com/meets/530879-salesianum-invitational-2023/results
Season Dues:
It’s not too late to help support all of the activities that the booster has organized. Please submit dues ASAP!
Your dues payments go directly to:
WFP pavilion/stage rentals
Tailgates
Senior Recognition
Awards Banquet
Team t-shirts
The 2023 Season Dues are:
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.
Conestoga Cross Country Banquet
Save the date for the end of season XC banquet on 11/15 at Aronimink Country Club in Newtown Square. More information to come.
Schedule
Attached is the season schedule for your information.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 25, 2023 - Subject "This week 9/25 + Updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 25, 2023
Subject: This week 9/25 + Updates
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Hi Everyone!
Below are this week’s updates and information.
Schedule this week
Monday 9/25 No School, optional Captain’s practice.
Tuesday 9/26 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Wednesday 9/27 3:30 3rd Central League Meet
THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!
Location: Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Road
Media PA 19063
Bus Departure: 2:30pm
Race Times:
Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm. Girl’s immediately following.
Thursday 9/28 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 9/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Saturday 9/30 The Fr. Beattie Salesianum Invitational (https://de.milesplit.com/meets/530879-salesianum-invitational-2023)
Location: Brandywine Creek State Park
41 Adams Dam Road
Wilmington, DE 19807
Bus Departure: 8:00am
Schedule:
10:00 am – JV Boys B
10:40 am – JV Girls
11:20 am – JV Boys A
12:00 pm – Varsity Girls B
12:40 pm – Varsity Boys B
1:20 pm – Varsity Girls Championship
2:00 pm – Varsity Boys Championship
3:00 pm – Awards
Central League Meet #2 9/19 Results
The boys and girls cross country team competed in their second central league meet at Rose Tree Park in Media yesterday afternoon. The boys, lead by Senior Captain Nathan Kluge, easily handled Garnet Valley and Marple Newtown. However, Pioneers were stunned by the Raiders of Ridley. The boys are now 5 and 1 in the central league. The girls team dominated their race defeating Garnet Valley, Ridley, and Marple Newtown. The girls remain undefeated in the Central League
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556648-central-athletic-league-meet-3-2023/results
Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational 9/23 Results
Tropical Storm Ophelia may have cancelled other sports, but not Cross Country!!!! The boys and girls cross country teams competed in the Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational this past Saturday in New Jersey. The conditions were wet, windy, and extremely muddy. The boys, who were led by seniors Nathan Kluge and Shane Walsh, fought the elements and earned a second place finish as a team. The girls dominated the competition from New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland with a tight pack of Alexia Tubbs, Giovanna Porada, Lily Jones, Julia Snyder, and Lizzie Gares. The girls finished 1st place as a team!!! This is the second invitational victory for the girls this season. Cumulatively, the boys and girls racked up 42 medals over their 6 different races throughout the competition. Both teams look to continue their Central League Season this Wednesday at Rose Tree Park. Run Neers!!!
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://nj.milesplit.com/meets/513010-six-flags-wild-safari-invitational-high-school-2023/results
Season Dues:
If you have not done so already, please submit dues for the season.
Your dues payments go directly to:
WFP pavilion/stage rentals
Tailgates
Senior Recognition
Awards Banquet
Team t-shirts
The 2023 Season Dues are:
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
If you need to pay by check, please send to Natalie Sudall, 14 Sullivan Rd, Wayne PA 19087 and make payable to “CHS TFXC”.
Fundraisers
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Paparazzi
Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Senior Night
Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th. We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them. More information to come!
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 18, 2023 - Subject "This week 9/18 + Updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 18, 2023
Subject: This week 9/18 + Updates
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Hi Everyone!
Below are this week’s updates and information.
Schedule this week
Monday 9/18 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Monday 9/18 5:00 Pasta Dinner at Wilson
Tuesday 9/19 3:30 2nd League Meet
THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!
Location: Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Road
Media PA 19063
Bus Departure: 2:30pm
Race Times:
Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm. Girl’s immediately following.
Wednesday 9/20 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 9/21 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 9/22 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Saturday 9/23 Six Flags Wild Safari Invitational (http://coltsnecktrack.com/sixflags/2011_index.htm)
Location: Six Flags Great Adventure
1 Six Flags Boulevard
Jackson, NJ 08527
Bus Departure: 10:00am
Schedule:
12:34 a.m.
Boys Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)
12:48 a.m.
Girls Frosh A (Varsity A and B teams) 3200 meters
12:59 a.m.
Boys Frosh A (Varsity A and B teams) 3200 meters
1:09 a.m.
Girls Varsity A 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)
1:24 p.m.
Boys JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)
1:38 p.m.
Girls JV A (Varsity A teams) 3.1 mile run (5000 meters)
Pasta Dinner Information
OUR 2nd PASTA DINNER IS TODAY!
Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm.
Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm
Thank you to all have volunteered to donate or assist!
Rose Tree Meet #1
The boys and girls cross country teams opened their central league season last week at Rose Tree Park in Media. The highly ranked teams easily beat the central league foes of Haverford, Penncrest, and Harriton. Both undefeated teams will continue their hunt for a central league championship, Tuesday at Rose Tree Park.
A complete list of results can be found here:
https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/556647-central-athletic-league-meet-2-2023/results
Fundraisers
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Paparazzi
Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
Senior Night
Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th. We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them. More information to come!
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 14, 2023 - Subject "9/18 Pasta Dinner sign up + updated schedule "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 14, 2023
Subject: 9/18 Pasta Dinner sign up + updated schedule
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Hello XC parents,
Pasta Dinner 9/18:
Our first pasta dinner was a huge success and the runners really seemed to enjoy it. Thank you for all of your help making it happen. We have our 2nd pasta dinner on Monday the 18th and would appreciate everyone’s participation. We did have some food left over after the first one, so we have adjusted the sign up genius some to accommodate this. We have also changed the drop off time to end at 5:00 instead of 5:15 so please take note.
The commitment isn’t much:
1. Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list. If you are bringing pasta, please label!!
2. Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:00 pm.
3. Return to pick up your runner around 6:00 pm.
Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS. We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.
You can access the Sign up Genius here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september1#/
I have also attached an updated schedule for your information. Please note that I have updated the meet on September 30th to the Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington DE.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 11, 2023 - Subject "This Week 9/11 + Updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 11, 2023
Subject: This Week 9/11 + Updates
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Hi Everyone!
Below are this week’s updates and information.
Schedule this week
Monday 9/11 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Tuesday 9/12 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Tuesday 9/12 1st Team Pasta Dinner
Wednesday 9/13 3:30 1st League Meet
THIS IS NOT AN OPTIONAL MEET, ALL RUNNERS MUST ATTEND!
Location: Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Road
Media PA 19063
Bus Departure: 2:30 pm
Race Times:
Boys Race 1st start time between 3:30 and 4:00pm. Girl’s immediately following.
Thursday 9/14 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 9/15 TBD
Pasta Dinner Information
OUR FIRST PASTA DINNER IS TOMORROW!
Bring your labeled item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:15 pm.
Return to pick up your runner around 6:30 pm
You can access the Sign-up Genius here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september#/
Cherokee Challenge
The boys and girls cross country teams competed at the Cherokee Challenge in Marlton, NJ on Saturday. Conestoga dominated the competition which included 115 different schools. 12 Pioneers earned medals by finishing in the top 30 of their respective races. The boys and girl’s teams were able to combine their efforts to win the 1st place Coed Team Award. Both teams are ranked in the top 20 in the state of Pennsylvania and are eager to prove themselves. The cross country team opens up regular season Central League play this Wednesday at Rose Tree Park in Media. RUN NEERS!!!!!!!!
Practice Transportation
Weekly Shuttle Bus Schedule:
3:00 PM – Shuttle departs from the gym bus lane to UMLY
3:15 PM – Shuttle returns to gym bus lane and takes athletes to Wilson Park
Fundraisers
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Paparazzi
Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
Parent Social
We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house. There was a Paperless Post invitation that was sent out. Please RSVP ASAP so we can plan appropriately - RSVPS are past due at this point. If you did not receive the invite, please email me and I will get it to you.
Senior Night
Save the date for the Stoga XC Senior Night – Thursday October 12th. We hope that parents can escort their Seniors for this special night in celebration of them. More information to come!
Gotsneakers
DONATE YOUR GENTLY USED SNEAKERS AT THE PASTA DINNER THIS TUESDAY 9/12. A dropbox will be available at the pavilion from the start of practice until the end of the Pasta Dinner. SNEAKERS GUIDELINES
GOTSNEAKERS is a sustainable community service fundraiser, gently used sneakers are collected to support those in need globally. The GOTSNEAKERS company rewards the collection efforts with a small monetary reward that goes to the XC & TF Booster Clubs! Started by XC/T&F Senior Shane Walsh in January 2023, the TE School District has donated over 600 pairs of sneakers globally.
New Team Store Items
New items were added to the team store. We now have cups and waist packs available.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 6, 2023 - Subject "Pasta dinner sign up + Cherokee Challenge updates "
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 6, 2023
Subject: Pasta dinner sign up + Cherokee Challenge updates
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Hello XC parents,
Pasta Dinner 9/12:
We have our 1st pasta dinner on Tuesday the 12th and would appreciate everyone’s participation. This is an awesome night before the meet tradition for the team but requires all hands on deck to accomplish. Thanks to Stephanie Crill for spearheading our efforts on this!
**Please note that this dinner will be in the pavilion where the team practices**
The commitment isn’t much:
1. Make or buy a pasta dish, salad, or anything else you see on the list. If you are bringing pasta, please label!!
2. Bring your item to the practice pavilion between 4:30 - 5:15 pm.
3. Return to pick up your runner around 6:30 pm.
Also, no need to bring a serving utensil— we have TONS. We also have a lot of hot/cold bags for keeping food warm.
You can access the Sign up Genius here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BACA62FABF8C16-september#/
Cherokee Challenge 9/9:
Location: Cherokee High School
120 Tomlinson Mill Rd
Marlton, NJ 08053
Bus Departure: 7:30 am PLEASE BE PROMPT. If your child is late the bus will leave without them.
Transportation: We have over 100 runners participating and only two buses. If you plan to attend the meet we kindly ask you to take your child to and from the meet to alleviate bus crowding.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email September 3, 2023 - Subject "This week 9/4 + updates"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: September 3, 2023
Subject: This week 9/4 + updates
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Hi Everyone!
I figured I would try to get next week’s email out early due to the Holiday.
Schedule this week
Monday 9/4 No practice today. There will be an optional captain’s practice that will be communicated by the captains to the team, likely at 8am at the WFP pavilion.
Tuesday 9/5 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Wednesday 9/6 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 9/7 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 9/7 Poseidon fundraiser. When you eat at Poseidon the team will get a percentage of the bill. This is a great way to support the team and provide dinner for your family! Please see attached flyer for details and tell your friends!
Friday 9/8 Practice at Wilson
Saturday 9/9
Cherokee Challenge
Location: Cherokee High School
120 Tomlinson Mill Rd
Marlton, NJ 08053
Bus Departure:
Schedule:
Middle School Girls 9:00 AM, Middle School Boys 9:20 AM, Frosh. Girls 9:40 AM, Frosh. Boys 10:00 AM, Soph. Girls 10:20 AM, Soph. Boys 10:40 AM, Junior Girls 11:00 AM, Junior Boys 11:20 AM, Senior Girls 11:40 AM, Senior Boys 12:00 PM
Format:
2.0 miles for all High School Races, 1.5 miles for all Middle School Races. Races organized by year.
Awards:
Individual: Trophy to the winner and medals 2nd - 30th place
Team: Awards to top Team in each of three divisions
Boys: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races
Girls: Combined score of top finisher in each of 4 HS races
Co-Ed: Best combined boys & girls score
Developmental Cross Country
There will be a developmental Cross Country option starting this Tuesday at Conestoga. This is a less intense version of the Cross Country teams – less practices and NO mandatory meets. The team will have three practices a week and will meet at the Conestoga track at after school and they can participate in league meets if they choose. This will count for gym credit!
Transportation
There was an email that went out last week that there will be a bus to Wilson starting this Tuesday for students who do not have transportation on a given day. The bus will first drive any tennis students to the Upper Main Line Y and then come back and drive XC students to Wilson. There will not be a bus back to school after practice so parents should continue to pick students up there at the conclusion of practice.
Shuttle Schedule:
3:00 PM – Shuttle departs from the gym bus lane to UMLY
3:15 PM – Shuttle returns to gym bus lane and takes athletes to Wilson Park
Fundraisers
9/7 11:00am – 9:30 pm. Poseidon fundraiser - happening this week! Please see attached flyer for details and tell your friends!
Poseidon Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar
128 Paoli Pike,
Paoli, PA 19301
610-812-3333
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Paparazzi
I have uploaded my pictures from Oakbourne and they can now be found on our website. Remember, if you have any photos from meets, please upload to our google sheet under the correct race folder and they will automatically upload to the website.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d-I8ojDzlbuTH6wQbpfa-dsJfv5x0Hof?usp=drive_linkand
Mile Split also has photos from Oakbourne on their site and can be found there.
Oakbourne Relay Photos on Miles Split
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms and Spirit Wear
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well. There are a lot of great options. Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
Parent Social:
We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house. There will be a Paperless Post invitation coming out TODAY. Please RSVP ASAP so we can plan appropriately. Last day to RSVP will be September 10th.
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Email August 28, 2023 - Subject "This week 8/28 + updates"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: August 28, 2023
Subject: This week 8/28 + updates
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Hi Everyone!
Schedule this week
Monday 8/28 3:30 First day of school! Practice at Wilson Farm Park
Tuesday 8/29 3:30 Practice at Wilson and
Tuesday 8/29 5:00 Nutritionist talk @ 5:00. We highly recommend that parent’s attend this!
Wednesday 8/30 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 8/31 3:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 9/1 Practice at Wilson
Oakbourne Relays:
Great job at the Oakbourne relays Friday. Please remind your students to clean up after themselves at the conclusion of the meet (the Captains and Coaches were left cleaning up many water bottles).
Results:
Varsity girls, JV girls and JVB boys took home first in the team awards.
Complete results can be found here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/WestChester/OakbourneRelays82523
Fundraisers
9/7 Poseidon fundraiser. Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser. More information to come!
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms and Spirit Wear
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well. There are a lot of great options. Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
REMINDER Central Athletic League Schedule Update:
We were just informed of two changes in our league meet dates. The first meet remains the same but the next two have been shifted a day. This will change the second pasta dinner as well. I have updated the schedule on the follow up attachment from the parent’s meeting.
These are the changes:
Meet 2 changed from Wednesday 9/20 to Tuesday 9/19. This means that the pasta dinner will now be 9/18.
Meet 3 changed from Tuesday 9/26 to Wednesday 9/27.
Parent Social:
We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house. There will be separate information sent on this, but please mark your calendars.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email August 22, 2023 - Subject "Parent Mtg Follow up and Housekeeping items"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: August 22, 2023
Subject: Parent Mtg Follow up and Housekeeping items
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Hi Everyone!
Here are the follow up notes from the Parent Meeting along with some housekeeping items:
Housekeeping Items
Practice Tomorrow:
Practice will be at 3:30 starting tomorrow and for the rest of the season. Practice will still be at the WFP pavilion.
Friday’s Meet:
The bus Departure Time for Friday has been updated! Please have your students at Conestoga for the bus at 2:30pm. Make sure they bring plenty of water. If they do not yet have a uniform, please make sure that they wear a maroon t-shirt and black shorts.
Central Athletic League Schedule Update:
We were just informed of two changes in our league meet dates. The first meet remains the same but the next two have been shifted a day. This will change the second pasta dinner as well. I have updated the schedule on the follow up attachment from the parent’s meeting.
These are the changes:
Meet 2 changed from Wednesday 9/20 to Tuesday 9/19. This means that the pasta dinner will now be 9/18.
Meet 3 changed from Tuesday 9/26 to Wednesday 9/27.
Parent Social:
We have scheduled a Parent Social for September 24th at 4 pm at the Warkentine house. There will be separate information sent on this, but please mark your calendars.
Parent’s Meeting Highlights
I have added the document that was handed out at the meeting to this email. It contains some notes and the updated schedule.
Practices:
The school does NOT provide buses from school to practices at Wilson. Parent’s and upper classman typically drive students for this. The captains should have started a group chat for anyone who needs to catch a ride from upper classman. The rides will be coordinated through those chats. We practice in all weather (rain, snow, heat). Unless it is lightning, we will be running!
Meets
The school will provide buses for all meets. Invitationals or Saturday meets are optional. All weekday or league meets are mandatory.
Shoes:
Please ensure that your child has the proper shoes for running. They need to be well cushioned and not worn out. This is an investment, but an important one! Road Runner Sports in KOP Town Center can evaluate your student and help choose the right shoe for them.
Injuries:
Ice and foam rolling are the two good options for injuries. You can purchase both on Amazon. Amazon has ice sleeves that Velcro around the leg and work really well for most injuries. Common running injuries can be shin splits, patella tendinitis, and planta fasciitis.
Pasta Dinners:
We will have two pasta dinner this year before two of our league meets. This is a Cross Country tradition that the kids really enjoy. All of the food and set up/break down are done by parents. There will be a sign-up genius sent out a week in advance asking for volunteers. We need everyone’s help with these!
Senior Night:
Senior Night will be on 10/12 at the Stage at Wilson Farm Park. We hope that all parents can attend, but particularly Senior Parents as they will escort the students for the event. We will serve pizza and Coach Hawkins will emcee.
End of Season Banquet:
The banquet will be held on 11/15 at Aronimink Golf Club. All are welcome, there will be a cost to attend. More information will come out on this as we get closer.
Uniforms:
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
I think this is primarily what we went over.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email August 20, 2023 - Subject "This week 8/21 + updates"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: August 20, 2023
Subject: This week 8/21 + updates
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Hi Everyone!
Parent’s Meeting tomorrow!
We will have our parent’s meeting tomorrow at 10am at WFP. Coach Hawkins will review expectations for the season and I will talk a bit about the Boosters This is a good opportunity to meet the coaches, the Boosters, and the other parents.
Schedule this week
Monday 8/21 8:00 am Practice at Wilson Farm Park
Tuesday 8/22 8:00am Practice at Wilson
Wednesday 8/23 3:30 – 5:30 Practice at Wilson
Thursday 8/24 3:30 – 5:30 Practice at Wilson
Friday 8/25 Oakbourne Relays at Stetson Middle School -
Location: 1060 Wilmington Pike, West Chester PA 19382
Bus Departure: 3:00 pm from Stoga
Schedule:
4:30 pm JV B Boys 2 mile
4:50 pm JV Girls 2 mile
5:15 pm JV A Boys 2 mile
5:35 pm Middle School and ES Mile
5:50 pm Varsity Girls 4 mile relay
6:25 pm Varsity Boys 4 mile relay
Format: The JV races will be a straight 2 mile. 2 laps on a 1 mile loop. The Varsity race will be set up as 4 2 person teams. The first runner will race a mile and then hand off to the 2nd runner who will run a mile and then hand back off to the first runner. Each runner will run 2 miles.
Fundraisers
9/7 Poseidon fundraiser. Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser. More information to come!
10/3 DanDan fundraiser - save the date!
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms and Spirit Wear
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well. There are a lot of great options. Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.
Booster Club Volunteers
WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season. In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email August 15, 2023 - Subject "Spike Night & Parent’s Meeting"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: August 15, 2023
Subject: Spike Night & Parent’s Meeting
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Hi Everyone!
I wanted to send a reminder about spike night and an update on the parent’s meeting.
Spike Night Tomorrow!!
Spike night will be help on August 16th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center. Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team! Please see attached Spike Night Flyer for more information.
Parent’s Meeting
Please mark your calendars. We will have our parent’s meeting on Monday, August 21st at 10am at WFP. Coach Hawkins will review expectations for the season and I will talk a bit about the Boosters This is a good opportunity to meet the coaches, the Boosters, and the other parents.
Thanks!
Stacy
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Email August 12, 2023 - Subject "Stoga XC official season start"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: August 12, 2023
Subject: Stoga XC official season start
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Hello Everyone!
We are so excited to get the official XC Season underway! I will try to send out more consistent communications now that the season has started. I have attached an updated tentative schedule for your information. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have throughout the season. Please remind your students to check the Schoology group for updates from Coach Hawkins throughout the season.
Updates/upcoming events
First Practice/first week
Our first practice will be held Monday the 14th at 8am at Wilson Farm Park. The first day will consist of a 2 mile time trial. Please make sure your student brings plenty of water to all practices!! We will have practice Monday through Friday this week at 8am at WFP. This week starts our mandatory season practices.
Spike Night
Spike night will be help on August 16th from 6 to 8 pm at Road Runner Sports in the King of Prussia Village Town Center. Join the Stoga XC team for pizza, a raffle, & discounts on all the gear you need for a great season – all while supporting our team! Please see attached Spike Night Flyer for more information.
Poseidon Fundraiser
Save the date for our first dining for dollars fundraiser. More information to come!
Website
Please remember to refer to our website for all things XC. You can access it here.
Uniforms and Spirit Wear
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well. There are a lot of great options. Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.
Booster Club Volunteers
WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season. In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way.
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
PIAA paperwork
PIAA Paperwork needs to be completed in order for your son or daughter to participate. Your child will have a physical and have section 6 completed by the physician performing the physical. All PIAA paperwork will be submitted through Powerschoolthis year.
DIRECTIONS FOR PIAA PAPERWORK
Logon to Powerschool (http://powerschool.tesd.net)
Click on TESD FORMS
Complete the eight-part form in its entirety and hit SUBMIT. (Sections 1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11)
Upload physical form from physician in PIAA section 6.
Any questions about the PIAA forms, please refer toTESD’s athletics page.
Please let me know if you have any questionsabout our program!
Thanks!
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Email July 13, 2023 - Subject "CHS Cross Country"
From: Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club
To: Parents
Sent: July 13, 2023
Subject: CHS Cross Country
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Welcome parents of new and returning Cross Country runners. Below is some important information to start the season. If you ever have any questions please reach out to Stacy Warkentine, Booster President, @ stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com.
New Website!!!
We have a new website for Cross Country and Track - it is extremely informative. It has things like our schedule, photos, uniform and spirit wear info and a lot more. The web site can be found here.
Uniforms and Spirit Wear
Athletes are responsible for purchasing uniforms for XC. Since this is mandatory, we chose an affordable option and we are hoping students can use it for their entire high school XC career. We ask athletes to purchase a singlet and they can use any pair of black shorts they own. We are doing things a little bit differently this year. Uniforms can be purchased directly through our website. There is some lead time required for uniforms, so I would suggest you order them as soon as possible. If you are unable to afford the uniform, please contact me privately so we can arrange financial help for you.
Spirit wear can be purchased through our website as well. There are a lot of great options. Some options come in both Cross Country and track so please be sure to select the correct one.
Booster Club
The Booster club is what allows the team to participate in fun team building activities throughout the season. In order to provide such an outstanding experience for the runners we need all parents to help in some way. We need chairs or co-chairs for each position and then volunteers to help the chairs. If you are able to volunteer, please reach out to me. Please know that no one will be left to do something on their own. We have an opportunity to help our runners build lifelong bonds and make this a truly memorable year for them!
I would like to introduce the current CHS Cross Country Booster Club Volunteers for 2023:
President: Stacy Warkentine
Treasurer: Natalie Sudall
Uniforms and Spirit wear co-chairs: Beth Breault and Kerri Manion
Fundraising: Jane Kluge
Banquet: Abby Dogum
Here are our current Booster Club needs:
Photography: Someone assigned to take pictures at meets to be used for social media and senior week. Typically someone with a nice camera.
Social Chair: Someone to organize pasta dinners and any parent’s socials we might have.
Senior Night: Someone to organize our Senior night to be held at an end of season meet at Rose Tree. (Preferably NOT a Senior parent)
Season Dues
In order to continue to create a strong & supportive program for your Runner from the Conestoga Cross Country Booster Club we each Runner to pay their dues. The 2022 Cross Country dues will be the following for the 2023 Season and will help fund our Cross Country Booster Club to make this season successful.
• All Runners: $75 per player
• Families with 2 or More Runners: $125 per family
Your support through these dues and fundraising allows the Booster Club to provide a GREAT EXPERIENCE for a LARGE roster of Runners - as Cross Country is one of the few sports that does NOT cut players/runners from the team.
Dues can be paid via Paypal here.
Please reach out to me (stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com) if you have questions, have ideas for other needs, or EVEN BETTER, to let me know where I can add you. THANK YOU!
New Athletes
If you are new to the team, please email me back with the following information:
Gender of student:
Grade:
Student’s First and Last Name:
Contact’s Name for communications:
Contact’s Email:
Contact’s Phone Number:
Student’s school email address:
Meeting Follow up Information
I am attaching a document that Coach Hawkins put together as a follow up to the fall sports meeting. There is important details about the season on this document so please read it closely.
PIAA Paperwork - Accepted Beginning after 7/3
PIAA Paperwork needs to be completed in order for your son or daughter to participate. All paperwork must be dated after June 1st . Your child will have a physical and have section 6 completed by the physician performing the physical. All PIAA paperwork will be submitted through Powerschool this year.
DIRECTIONS FOR PIAA PAPERWORK
Logon to Powerschool (http://powerschool.tesd.net)
Click on TESD FORMS
Complete the eight-part form in its entirety and hit SUBMIT. (Sections 1,2,3,4,5,6,10,11)
Upload physical form from physician in PIAA section 6.
Any questions about the PIAA forms, please refer to TESD’s athletics page.
Social Media
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, photos, and more.
Distribution List:
If you are on this list from last year and your athlete has graduated or is no longer participating, please let me know and I will remove you. If someone needs to be added to the list, please reach out to stoga.xctf.pres@gmail.com and I will add them.
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