What Athletes Receive
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Training under experienced XC coaches
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West Suburban Harriers Technical T-shirt
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West Suburban Harriers Race Singlet
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Meet registration fees
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AAU Membership
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Discounted pricing at Naperville Running Company and Peak Running
Practice Schedule
June 8th to July 18th (No minimum practice requirement)
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Monday: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Thursday: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Practice Locations
Practices will be held at parks and tracks in Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale and Western Springs.
Practices
Practice sessions will include:
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Distance Training & Speed Sessions
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Running Enhancement Drills
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Core Strength Training
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Flexibilty Strategies
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Guidance on Individual Form
Instructional Talks
Athletes will be provided with guidance on a variety of key subjects, including:
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Race Strategies
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Resolving Pre-Race Anxiety
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Optimal Running Form
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Power of Good Sleep
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Healthy Eating, but NO Obsessing on Diet
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Motivation & Overcoming Negative Influences
Meets
Our runners will have the opportunity to compete in multiple cross country and track meets, including:
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WSH Blue & Gold XC Meet (IESA Sectional Course)
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Midwest Track and Field Club Championships
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Plainfield Summer Kickoff Track Meet
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Palatine No Frills XC Meet
Eligible Athletes
This camp is open to any male or female athlete who will be entering 5th through 8th grade in Fall 2026. Training will be age-appropriate.
Registration Fees
$285
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.
