One of the top programs in the area and a team that has made it to NXN numerous times is Jesuit High School of Portland. It is always a good learning experience to watch the Crusaders in action. We arrived to Jesuit's practice on the week of their youth cross country camp. The athletes came early to get in their run go through drills. Then the youth athletes arrived to the track for the camp with the Jesuit athletes leading the camp. Their track was just redone this summer and had new markings and exchange zone colors.
Coach Tom Rothenberger of Jesuit shared information about the program.
During the summer season, how often does the team practice?
Jesuit practices from Monday thru Saturday. Practices start from the second week of June until summer beach retreat. The team enjoys running on the Hollister Trail at Nike and the berm surrounding the Nike Campus.
What are some special summer activities?
Team Beach Retreat in early August and early summer team BBQ.
How do you build team culture?
We spend time together after workouts. We also have team dinners. Importantly, our team leaders acts as big brothers and big sisters.
What are some events that the team is looking forward to in the fall season?
We look forward to the Mook Invitational, Twilight XC Invitational, The Hole in the Wall Invite and
NXR in November.
Click HERE to view the photos from Jesuit's practice.
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