Cross Country

CYO Fall 2026 Cross Country Registration NOW OPEN

Run with us! Registration for the 2026 CYO Cross Country season is underway for 3rd-8th graders in our parish. Visit cyojwa.org/current-programs to sign up.

Joining the Cross Country team is an awesome way to get some exercise, have fun with friends and develop a lifelong love of running. All you need is a pair of shoes and a little bit of determination. Runners of all skill levels are welcome and there are no tryouts. Registration is $105 ($155 after 8/14) and includes a jersey.

Kids are allowed to play 2 CYO sports per season so they can run XC in addition to volleyball or football, too. Even if you’re playing another sport and might have to miss a practice or a meet, we’d still love to have you on the team.

Meets & Race Lengths
Cross Country meets will be held on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m., and are scheduled for 9/12, 9/26, and 10/3, followed by City Finals on 10/10.
•    7th-8th graders race 2400 meters (1.5 miles)
•    5th-6th graders race 1600 meters (1 mile)
•    3rd-4th graders race 1000 meters (0.62 miles)

Practice Starts Wednesday 8/10
Practice is on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. for 5th-8th graders, and for 3rd-4th graders on Mondays only from 6-7 p.m.

Parents — are you a runner? Or would you like to help? We’d love to have you join us at practice! It’s a great way to get involved and get a little bonus exercise running, walking or helping time practice races. All volunteers must be VIRTUS trained.

To volunteer or if you’ve got questions, email David Rothermich at [email protected].