Cross Country

David D'Altorio placed 2nd out of 216 runners at the Ohio Middle School State Cross Country Championships.

Cross Country Information

Boardman Junior High School Cross Country Team

Coaches: Mr. Basista and Mr. Lenhart

Email: Tom.Basista@Boardmanschools.org, Scott.Lenhart@Boardmanschools.org

School Phone: 330-726-3414

Cross Country Remind notifications: Text @bgmscr to 81010

Dear Student Athlete,

Thank you for your interest in running cross country for BGJHS, and welcome to one of the best teams in the school. Becoming a student athlete and runner opens up a world of benefits you will soon discover:

1. School involvement!

2. Better overall health!

3. Team friendship and camaraderie!

4. Self motivation-Commitment-Achievement!

5. Fun!

Team Awards:

Suburban League Conference Champs 2019, All-American Champs 2019, Mahoning Valley Junior High School Cross Country Champs 2019, Mahoning County Junior High Champions 2019.

Important Notes to Hit the Ground Running!

1. Get a physical!

2. Turn in all the paperwork before you leave for summer break, or at your first practice. Fill out Final Forms!

3. WEAR GOOD/NEW SHOES!!! Old shoes-more than 3-5 months for a serious runner are the leading cause of shin splints and lower leg cumulative stress injury.

4. Start running! Follow summer workouts on your own!

5. Bring drinks to every practice!

6. Hydrate before meets and practice!

7. Eat healthy foods!

8. Keep running--the time you put in during the summer will prepare you for the season!

9. Cheer on your teammates!

10. Focus on achieving personal best times at the meets!