Letter requirements
Criteria for Earning a Varsity Letter
Gonzaga College High School
Cross Country
1) Participate in summer training and run a minimum of 500 miles so that you are able to take on Eagle Squad workouts at the start of the season.
AND
2) Run a legitimate 5K under these times at least twice during the season:
a. Freshmen: 20 minutes
b. Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors: 19:30
Runners can be disqualified from earning a letter if if they frequently miss practices or races. The coaches reserve the right to withhold a letter from any runner who fails to exhibit good sportsmanship or violates the Cross Country Code of Honor.
Runners who meet the time standard can earn a letter without running 500 miles, if they demonstrate a good work ethic during the regular season.
4-year members of the team who do not meet the time standard will be considered for a letter if they show substantial improvement during their career.