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Alyssa Gutierrez Wins Nike Portland 5K Title
The St. Francis sophomore led the girls’ championship race, while Crescenta Valley brought home a team victory for California. California runners had plenty to celebrate at Nike Portland XC on Saturday, September 26. St. Francis sophomore Alyssa Gutierrez won the girls’ Jim Danner Championship 5K at Blue Lake Regional... Read more
Yosuke Shibata Wins Close Finish, Morgan Delaney Leads Montana Podium Sweep at Bob Firman
Four-tenths of a second separated a championship from second place at the Bob Firman Invitational. Yosuke Shibata with South Eugene victoriously took home the winning title, clocking a 14:28 flat‚—barely holding off Miro Parr-Coffin with Gonzaga Prep in 14:28.4 at The Course Spokane Valley in Washington on Saturday. Just... Read more
Madeleine Lane and Abdinasir Hassan Take Sweepstakes Titles at Woodbridge Classic
Southlake Carroll’s boys and Crater’s girls claimed team victories, while California runners earned top finishes against national competition. Cross country runners took to the starting line at the 45th annual Woodbridge Cross Country Classic this weekend, testing their speed and endurance against some of the nation’s top high school... Read more
Alyssa Gutierrez, Matthew Ogilvie Wins at Kim Duyst Twilight Invitational 5K
The sun set, but athletes from the greater Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley were ready for a night of racing at the Kim Duyst Twilight Invitational on Saturday. Held at River Oaks Golf Course in Ceres, California, on September 12, Alyssa Gutierrez and Matthew Ogilvie won the high school... Read more
Brooks XC Championships 2026: The Dates And Meet States
Four regional championships are coming this fall and early winter, providing an opportunity for runners to chase a spot to compete at nationals. Lock in this season’s meet goals and pencil in one of the biggest regional meets because Brooks XC Championship dates have been announced. Organized by Fleet... Read more
Run Pacer Review: Elite Energy Return Without the Elite Price Tag
Runners looking for maximum energy return without sacrificing cushioned comfort no longer need to buy high-performance sneakers that commonly carry a hefty price tag. Instead, all athletes need are these running insoles. Superfeet is helping athletes enhance their performance by supporting biomechanics with its Run Pacer insoles. Unlike traditional... Read more
5 Reasons High School Runners Need Spikes This Season
With the start of the high school cross country season athletes are setting new goals and searching for new shoes. But one question that comes up at practice every single year is, “Do I actually need spikes for cross country?” If you’re stepping up from middle school racing, or... Read more
Track to Trails: Why High School Runners Should Give Cross Country a Shot
When outdoor track season ends, that doesn’t mean your running has to stop. For high school runners, cross country offers a chance to keep competing, stay connected with teammates, and challenge yourself in a completely different way. Instead of lanes on thee oval, you’re racing on grass, through dirt,... Read more
September Sports Spotlight: California’s Biggest High School Showcases and Tournaments
September is the month when high school sports start to heat up across California. From nationally watched football showdowns to elite cross country meets, this month’s calendar gives California high school athletes plenty of opportunities to compete and showcase their skills. Remember, the fall season has only just begun,... Read more
Top 10 Running Gear Every Cross Country Runner Needs
Cross country season is around the corner, with many youth athletes ending their summers with running camps and preparing for the start of practice. When looking ahead to the miles of training, tough workouts, muddy courses, early morning runs, and championship races, athletes need to make sure they have... Read more
The 5 Best West Coast Summer Sports Camps
Athletes who take their training seriously know that summer isn’t the season for slacking. Instead, it’s the perfect time to improve performance, sharpen skills, and stay on the radar of college recruiters. One of the best ways to accomplish all three is by attending a summer sports camp, where... Read more
Morgan Delaney and Benson Davis Win National Titles at the USATF Junior Olympics Cross Country Championships
Runners faced a demanding course and cold and snowy winter conditions as they competed for national cross country titles at this year’s USATF Junior Olympic Championships held on  December 13 in Shelbyville, Indiana. The races showcased endurance, grit, determination, and depth of talent, with many athletes delivering strong performances... Read more