Cross Country
Boys & Girls · Grades K–8
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Cross Country welcomes every ability level from kindergarten through eighth grade. There are no tryouts, and meets are structured so athletes of all ages get to race.
Eligibility
Boys & Girls, Grades K–8. Your student must be enrolled in one of the following:
- St. Matthew School
- St. Matthew PSR classes
- Church of the Resurrection PSR classes
- Other Columbus Diocese programs are eligible under certain circumstances
Key Dates
| Season length | August 1 – October 31 |
|---|---|
| Tryouts | None |
| Meets begin | Mid-August |
| The St. Matthew Open | Late September |
| CCL Championship | Mid-October |
| State Championship | Late October |
Cost & Registration
| Per athlete | $80 |
|---|---|
| Registration window | To be announced |
| Payment | Credit card |
How Teams Are Formed
The Mustang Cross Country team competes at meets around Central Ohio that allow athletes of all ages to run. Meets are generally divided into grade-school and middle-school heats. The CCL championship has four races: 5th grade and under (girls and boys) and grades 6–8 (girls and boys).
Practices
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays when there is no meet. Weekdays 6:00–7:15 PM; Saturdays 10:00–10:45 AM.
Where: Hannah Park, the St. Matthew athletic fields, and other locations around Gahanna
Uniforms & Equipment
Uniform singlets and shorts are provided by St. Matthew.
Your athlete brings: Running shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
Games & Locations
Meets are held both during the week and on weekends.
Where: Locations vary from meet to meet.
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