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.