MS Cross Country
A little bit about CMS middle school cross-country...
The sport is a distance-running sport. Athletes run on grass, gravel, dirt, mud, and any other terrain that is available. The standard race distance is 2 miles. While it may be one of the lesser-known sports, the friendships made on a cross-country team are one of the biggest reasons to join.
For those who make the team, expect to practice 2x per week beginning the first full week of July. Once school begins, the team will practice Mondays through Thursdays from 3:00-4:30pm. Most races are held on Saturday mornings. The racing season goes from the third week of August to the first weekend of fall break. Consider these time commitments and potential conflicts as you decide what you want to pursue athletically.
For those who make the team, expect to practice 2x per week beginning the first full week of July. Once school begins, the team will practice Mondays through Thursdays from 3:00-4:30pm. Most races are held on Saturday mornings. The racing season goes from the third week of August to the first weekend of fall break. Consider these time commitments and potential conflicts as you decide what you want to pursue athletically.
Tryout standards to be on the team:
Boys must complete 1.5 miles in 13:53 or less.
Girls must finish the same distance in 14:38 or less.
(This equates to an expected 9:15/mi and 9:45/mi for boys and girls respectively.
There is an expectation that runners will be committed to working hard and getting faster throughout the season.)
Main tryout: Friday, May 29, 2026 - 11:00am
Last-chance tryout: Monday, July 6 - 7:00am
NEW LOCATION: General Bragg Trailhead
Murfreesboro Greenway
1540 W. College St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Medical Requirements:
New Athletes: BEFORE TRYOUTS, you must have all Final Forms documentation complete, including a sports physical dated April 16, 2026 or later.
Returning Athletes: You can participate in the May tryout and any June activities based on your 2025-2026 physical. But you must have your Final Forms documentation complete and a sports physical dated April 16, 2026 or later in order to participate in July activities and the 2026-2027 school year.
Parents, please follow the Final Forms directions. Be doubly-sure that you have uploaded these two essential forms:
- Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation - Physical Examination Form
- Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation - Medical Eligibility Form
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mr. Leach via email.
If you want to practice on the actual 1.5-mile route for tryouts, here is a map to show you where.
Here are some good sources for finding a local race:
Our team has a rich history. Click on "Historical Accomplishments" below to learn more.
HISTORICAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
TN Milesplit - source for race results
Let's Run - world records, Olympic hopefuls, etc.