Schedule updates for next week

Beginning on 8/25, weekday practices will be from 3:30pm-5:30pm Monday- Friday. 

Equipment Distribution

8/25 will be our uniform and locker distribution. Please bring your own lock for a locker. 


Picture day will be 8/28 at 3:00pm

Athletes will need to bring their uniform for pictures. We will run after the team pictures are taken. You should receive an email from Picture Day Pro with information on picture orders. If you have not completed the the 2025 Parent info survey, you will not get an email. 



Kleyman Time Trial 

The Kleyman Time trial is on Saturday 8/23. With new rules from the Minnesota State High School League, Alumni can no longer compete against our runners. We would still love for Alumni to attend.  Click here for more information.


Canoe Trip - Tuesday, 8/19/25

Tuesday, 8/19/25 will be our annual canoe trip to William O'Brien State Park and the St. Croix River, see the following documents for more information.  Please bring the completed Permission Slip to  practice on Monday, 8/18.  There will be NO PRACTICE on Tuesday at 8:00am for anyone not attending the trip.



Time Trial on 8/16 has moved to 11am. 

Due to thunderstorms, we are moving the time trial scheduled for 8am to 11am at the Armstrong Stadium. See you at 11:00am. 


Miss the Parent Meeting?

Click this link for the presentation from the meeting. 


BSN Apparel (optional)

https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/GVstS4StVV

 

A few reminders:

1) Items not listed as Women's sizes are Men's sizes.

2) Size charts are available for each item.

3) The Team Shop will close on 9/29.

4) Items will be decorated and ship directly to individuals as orders are placed. Should deliver roughly 1 week from date of order.  

5) Live Inventory is set on the store to help avoid backorders.  If an item is unavailable, it has ran out of inventory and will reappear if/when it is restocked.



Kleyman Time Trial Update

We will again host the Kleyman Time Trial on 8/23 at Hidden Valley Park. The boys will race at 9:00am and the girls will race at 9:30am. Unfortunately due to a new policy from the MSHSL. Alumni will not be able to compete against our current runners. We welcome Alumni to come to the event to socialize, have some refreshments and meet the current team. 


Please consider volunteering to bring a snack to share with the runners here.


Season Practice Begins 8/11

We are excited to begin practicing on Monday 8/11. We will meet behind the A building (in the regular place). Follow the sidewalk around the Auxiliary Gym to the grassy area behind it. We will have someone out front to direct you as well. Come ready to run with running shoes, a full water bottle and be dressed for the weather. You must be officially registered to practice with us. If you have questions about registration, refer to the previous post. Practices for the first two weeks will be from approximately 8am-10:30am


Team Jackets

The team jacket order is now open. The Storefront will close August 24th. 

The Password is Falcons#1

https://www.podiumwear.com/team-storefront/armstrong-cross-country-team-2/ 



Getting ready for the 2025 Cross Country Season

Our season begins on Monday 8/11. In order to be ready for the start of the season, all runners need to:



Miles for Meals 5k 

The Miles for Meals 5k (formerly the Crystal Frolics 5k), will be on 7/26 in Bassett Creek Park at 9:00am (meet the team at the park at 8:00am). This is an optional opportunity to measure your training progress that can earn points toward lettering in Armstrong Cross Country.  You must register for this event. Click this link for more information.


Music in Plymouth 5k  6/28

The Music in Plymouth 5k will be on 6/28 at 8am the Northwest Greenway Pavillion

5250 Peony Lane North in Plymouth. This is an optional opportunity to measure your training progress and gather with your team. Runners need to be registered to compete in this event. Runners will meet on site at 7:45am. Click here for registration information.


Captains' Practices begin on 6/9

Armstrong Boys Cross Country captains' practice will be held Monday-Saturday beginning on 6/9 and ending on 8/9. Practices typically last 1.5-2 hours. Athletes should come dressed to run with running shoes and a water bottle. Captains will lead the team through a workout based on the posted team workouts that can be found on the workouts page of this website. These practices are optional.


Summer Training Meeting 

Click here for a link to the presentation from the Summer Training Meeting.  The meeting was also recorded. Click here to watch the recording. 


Remind APP

Parents and runners, if you have not yet signed up for the Remind App, please do so. Most of our information will be conveyed through this website with announcements on the Remind App. Here is a link to the sign up page. 


Summer Training Virtual Meeting 5/29 @8:30pm

There will be a virtual meeting on Thursday 5/29 for all runners interested in participating in Cross Country for the 2025 Season. The event will be recorded if you are unable to attend. Parents are welcome to attend as well. Please spread the word to others! Click here for a link to the meeting.


Summer Mileage - 2025

Summer mileage is critical in preparing you for the cross country season. It will build strength in your legs, develop cardiovascular fitness, increase your confidence, and help prevent injuries in the process. Runners who complete and report the following mileage minimums over the summer will earn a Summer Mileage Club shirt and earn lots of lettering points!!!


Summer Mileage Club minimum mileages 

Runners going into 7th or 8th grade - 200 miles 

Runners going into 9th-12th grade - 300 miles 


Running summer miles will help you to letter, make you mentally and physically tough as well as making our team better as a whole.   Multi-sport athletes involved in other summer sports training programs need to create a comprehensive training plan approved by coaching staff prior to the start of summer training. 


2025 Captains Practices

Armstrong Cross Country Captains’ practice will begin on June 9th and will be Monday- Saturday from approximately 8-10am. Athletes will meet the Armstrong Cross Country Captains in between the tennis courts and the athletic building at Armstrong These optional practices are a great opportunity to get to know others on the team, get in better shape for the season, or to try out cross country prior to the season. Have questions? You can reach out to one of the captains listed below. 





Coach Kleyman Scholarship
The Coach Kleyman Scholarship started in 2021 recognizes a senior runner who has shown dedication to running. The Scholarship is in honor of long time Armstrong Cross Country and Track Coach Rick Kleyman. Rick coached Cross Country at Armstrong from 1970- 2002.  https://sites.google.com/rdale.org/keymanscholarship/home 

Scholarship recipients

If you would like to contribute to the scholarship fund please visit the website: https://sites.google.com/rdale.org/keymanscholarship/how-to-donate 


Season Photos

You can access photos from the season here: https://saramajewski.smugmug.com