Last Call: Cross Country Team Registration

For all students in grades 5 – 8 interested in running Cross Country this fall, please complete the following items and return them to the SJS main office by Friday, August 28th.

1.  2026-2027 Athletics Health Permission Form  (please remember, this is different than the standard health physical form and must be signed by the child’s doctor.  A new form must be submitted each school year);

2. Cross Country Permission Slip;

3. $75 sports/activity fee.

Practices will typically take place on Mondays and Thursdays after school until 3:45pm, with meets (at other area schools) also taking place on weekdays throughout the season.  There will also be some Saturday practices and meets throughout the season.   Parents must be able to bring their child to meet locations or arrange transportation with other families. The season runs until early November. Our lead volunteer coach this year will be SJS middle school teacher, Mr. Mike Conlin. Please reach out to him with any questions at mconlin@SaintJamesManchester.org.

Please note: Cross Country practices are expected to start Thursday, September 3rd.  Runners must have the endurance to run a distance of AT LEAST one mile (without stopping) at the start of the season.  Also, we will still need a couple of volunteers to help Mr. Conlin – thank you to those that have already agreed to assist with this wonderful activity for our students.