Other Information

Money

The athletic department charges $50 per family per year, so each family will have to pay $50 to the athletic department to cover the cost of the trainer & the athletic department. The cross country team is charging $85 for each student this year for the two shirts, a Nike hoodie, & race entries. So $50 goes to athletics, & $85 goes to cross country. On the way to meets, students are expected to wear the uniform; Either t-shirt or the sweatshirt/hoodie may be worn over the uniform. 

Fundraising

Sunday, September 28, 2024 is the full Ironman in Chattanooga. This covers most of our budget.

We are also having a Spirit Night at Chipotle, Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 5PM - 9PM at the Fort O location: 2989 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742-4043. Invite your friends & family!

Lettering

You must run varsity 3 times in one season to letter. Walking is not allowed in varsity races.

Sleep

 ‘The greatest sports enhancing drug you can take is sleep’- 9 hours is recommended for high school athletes.

Footwear

Quality running shoes are needed for full performance. We HIGHLY recommend making a visit to Fast Break in Chattanooga to be fitted for running shoes that fit your foot type. Proper shoes make running more enjoyable and help reduce chances of injury.

Nutrition

Protein is necessary. 1 gram of protein per lb of body weight is recommended for high school athletes. That equates to A LOT of protein. Assists in recovery and building muscle mass. Post run recovery shakes within 30 minutes of finishing a run are recommended. Carbs=essential. (rice, potatoes, oatmeal, pasta etc.)  A high carb-high high  protein diet is essential for full recovery and energy. Do not drink energy drinks. Drink lots of water; your urine should be close to clear, not yellow. Gatorade should only be a small portion of your daily hydration.

Student Athletes

These runners are students first. They should be successful in the classroom and in becoming healthy, productive members of society, as well as successful runners.

Remind

Text @runtigers to (415)799-2512 to join our Remind. This is our primary means of communication. Coaches send out lots of updates through the season & the summer.