XC & Tennis

2026 Cross-Country Parent Letter

Google Form for Athlete Information: You must complete this google form 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWAL3MOMHUqu7ZTVVUaOie1xGTsFcHWNEdX47edVRVY3YDyQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Communication and ParentSquare

https://www.parentsquare.com/groups/join/kawokcva1j

Email-hdibble@aledoisd.org

Dear Parents and Athletes,

I hope everyone is as excited for this Cross Country season as I am! It is going to be a fun and successful year for AMS XC.

Important Requirements Before Day One

Before any athlete is allowed to participate in practices or meets, they must have:

• A current Medical History and Physical Exam uploaded in Rank One.

• All required UIL paperwork completed.

Practice Readiness & Expectations

Our first practice will begin on Thursday, August 13 at 6:30 AM.

Please be ready to work right at 6:30 AM! This means arriving fully dressed out and prepared to start on the grass fields south of the school (behind the tennis courts).

What to Bring Every Day:

• Water: Proper hydration is essential. Bring a large water bottle!

• Watch: A digital or running watch to keep track of time and intervals.

• Running Shoes: Appropriate athletic footwear for running (see suggestions below).

• Shower & Post-Practice Gear: Change of clothes, towel, shampoo/body wash, and deodorant for showering after practice.

Medical Note: If your athlete has a medical condition that could impact their running (such as asthma), please notify me directly prior to the first practice.

Running Shoe Recommendations

If you have already purchased shoes for your athlete, please use them—there is no expectation to buy another pair.

If you are looking for guidance or a new pair, I highly recommend visiting Fort Worth Running Company. They will measure your athlete's feet and offer expert suggestions on the best shoes for their specific fit.

Great cross-country shoe brands to look for:

• Saucony

• HOKA

• Brooks

• ASICS

• New Balance

• Nike

Off-Campus Practice

• Location: Weatherford Disc Golf Course

• Time: 6:30 AM – 7:30/7:45 AM

• Pick-Up: Please pick up your athlete between 7:30 AM and 7:45 AM.

Uniforms

I will be providing all uniform tops. For bottoms, athletes have the option to:

• Wear their own black running shorts or leggings, OR

• Use the team’s available bottoms.