What Athletes Receive
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Training under experienced XC coaches
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West Suburban Harriers Sweatshirt
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West Suburban Harriers Technical T-Shirt
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All Meet Registration Fees Paid by WSH
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Discounted pricing at Naperville Running Company and Peak Running
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AAU Membership
Practice Schedule
There is no minimum practice requirement.
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Monday: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Tuesday: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Wednesday: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Thursday: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Note: We will adjust practice times when DST ends
Practice Locations
Practices will be held at parks in Clarendon Hills and Western Springs.
Practices
Practice sessions will include:
Distance Training & Speed Sessions
Running Enhancement Drills
Core Strength Training
Flexibilty Strategies
Guidance on Individual Form
XC Meets
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Pre-Halloween Costume Relays (Clarendon Hills)
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Illinois Youth Cross Country Invitational (Palatine)
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WSH Blue & Gold Meet / CCCNYC Qualifier (Clarendon Hills)
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Cross Country Coaches National Youth Championships (Cedarville, OH)
Eligible Athletes
The program is open to any male or female athlete who is in 2nd through 9th grade. Training will be age appropriate
Registration Fees
$290
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New Harrier athletes are also required to purchase a Harriers race singlet for $35.
Financial Assistance
We will not turn away any athlete for financial reasons. To inquire about financial assistance, please email John Darrow at jdarrow@mccarthyduffy.com.
