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 Meet (IESA Sectional Course)
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Midwest Track and Field Club Championships
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Hinsdale Central All-Comers Meet
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Lyons Township All-Comers Meet
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More to Come!
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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.
