United States Track & Field and Cross Country Running News | Top Stories, Headlines, Articles (2024)

A Dive At The Line, And A Georgia State 400m State Record Cory Mull May 13, 2024

State championship races are won and lost between the margins.

National Boys Performer Of The Week (5/6-5/12) Maxx Bradley May 13, 2024

Take a look at the eighth slate of nominees for the National Boys Performer of the Week.

Ambodai Ligons Drops Speedy 1:51 800m At CIF SS Finals Cory Mull May 12, 2024

Cathedral's Ambodai Ligons put down a 1:51 to win the 800m at the CIF SS Finals on Saturday in Moorpark.

Long Beach Poly, Wilson Among CIF-SS Finals' Biggest Winners Ryan Blystone May 12, 2024

Long Beach rivals Poly and Wilson had a banner day at the CIF-SS Division finals and so did many others who battled for championships and to extend their season

Braelyn Combe Drops Fastest 1,600m Effort At CIF SS Finals Cory Mull May 12, 2024

Watch out for Braelyn Combe over the next few weeks.

Vance Nilsson Nets 300mH National Record, Dips Under 35 Cory Mull May 11, 2024

Vance Nilsson set his sights on the 300 meter hurdle national record on Saturday at the AIA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

Ben Smith Enters Into Elite Company With Historic Shot Put Cory Mull May 11, 2024

Sometimes all you need is a moment. That's what Ben Smith captured on March 6 at the Fond du Lac Quad meet.

Haz East CC/WR/TF Alum Charles Johnson Fights UFC FN Sat-STL Chris Auckley May 11, 2024

Former Hazelwood Central All-State middle distance, cross country runner, and wrestling competes in UFC Fight Night in STL May 11.

Flashback Friday: Putman's Wild 800m Win Gabriel Hernandez May 10, 2024

Photo Credit: David Nguyen / MileSplit - This Flashback Friday we are looking back at the 2023 Loucks Games.

Throwback Thursday: Sidi Njie Breaks Georgia 400m Record Maxx Bradley May 09, 2024

Photo Credit: Raymond Tran/California MileSplit - Relive Sidi Njie's 400m state record from the 2023 GHSA 7A State Championships.

The Top Year-Over-Year Improvements In The 100m So Far Maxx Bradley May 09, 2024

With just over a month left in the high school outdoor season, let's take a look and see which sprinters have made the biggest jump over the years in the 100m.

Ryan McClay May 09, 2024

Previews, Live Streams, Photos, Videos, Recaps. All of it will be right here for all four locations!

Top Sprints Recruit Jaden Wiley Signs With Florida Tim Casey May 08, 2024

Jaden Wiley of Duluth (GA) will join the Florida Gators in the fall.

Maxx Bradley May 08, 2024

Photo Credit: Nevin Watson/Georgia MileSplit - Check out five of the top stories to watch this weekend at the Georgia State Track & Field Championships.

Loucks Returns As The Premier Invite Of Spring: Full Preview Kyle Brazeil May 08, 2024

Some of the best talents on the East Coast are heading to White Plains High School, to get their last big Invitational effort out of the way before the Champion

The Top 4x800 Girls Teams In The Nation Based On 800m Depth Gabriel Hernandez May 08, 2024

Heres a look at the top teams in the nation who have real 800m depth.

Erik Jenkins Helps USF Track Become Nationally-Ranked Team Tim Casey May 07, 2024

Erik Jenkins is leading the University of South Florida to new heights in track and field.

The Top 4x800 Boys Teams In The Country Based On 800m Depth Maxx Bradley May 07, 2024

We compiled a list of the top 100 800m squads in the country based on season best marks.

WATCH: Brady Mullen Shatters 28-Year-Old 3,200m State Record Olivia Ekpone May 07, 2024

At the LHSAA 5A State Championships, Brady Mullen took down a 28-year-old 3,200m state record in 8:48.36.

Future Stars: These Three Sophom*ores Rise To The Occasion Gabriel Hernandez May 07, 2024

Check back in on three young talents who are re-writing the record books.

USATF Reconsiders, Decides To Field A U20 World Team Olivia Ekpone May 06, 2024

USATF announced Monday that it has reversed its original stance and will field a U20 team to head to Lima, Peru for the World U20 Championships.

National Girls Performer Of The Week (4/29-5/5) Olivia Ekpone May 06, 2024

It's time to vote for this week's National Girls Performer Of The Week.

National Boys Performer Of The Week (4/29-5/5) Maxx Bradley May 06, 2024

Take a look at the eighth slate of nominees for the National Boys Performer of the Week.

Top 15 Outdoor Performances From The Past Week (4/29-5/5) Olivia Ekpone May 06, 2024

State meets across the country took place over the first week of May, so let's see who had the top performances.

WATCH: Quincy Wilson Runs No. 8 All-Time At PUMA East Coast Olivia Ekpone May 06, 2024

At the Puma East Coast Showcase, Quincy Wilson clocked a lifetime best in the 400m with a 45.17 and moved up to No. 8 all-time on the leaderboard.

Check Out Photos From The CIF SS Division I Prelims MileSplit Staff May 06, 2024

Jacob Teng was on site to cover the CIF SS Division I Prelims on Saturday in Mission Viejo.

Duncanville's 1:22.25 Shatters 4x200 Relay National Record William Grundy May 04, 2024

Watch and read how Duncanville blazed a 1:22.25 to repeat as state champions and shatter a National Record.

Isabel Allori Runs 10:04.16 Colorado 3,200 State Record Bobby Reyes May 04, 2024

Liberty Common senior Isabel Allori torched a 10:04.16 in the 3,200 on Day Two of the Patriot League Meet for a new Colorado state record.

United States Track & Field and Cross Country Running News | Top Stories, Headlines, Articles (2024)

FAQs

Is cross country harder than track? ›

Cross country is longer distance and in my opinion much harder than track; however, my favorite part is running and watching others run along with socializing and hanging out with my teammates,” sophom*ore runner Max Gutierrez said.

What distance is cross country? ›

In the United States, college men typically compete on 8 km (5.0 mi) or 10 km (6.2 mi) courses, while college women race for 5 km (3.1 mi) or 6 km (3.7 mi). High school students typically race on 3 mi (4.8 km) or 5 km (3.1 mi) courses.

What does cross country do? ›

Cross country running is a sport in which teams and individuals run races on outdoor courses over natural terrain. Races shall be run over courses confined, to the extent possible, to open country, fields, parks, golf courses, and grasslands.

What is cross country in school? ›

Cross Country or "XC" is long distance running. How long? Roughly 3 miles to 5 kilometers. Running terrain can consist of dirt, grass, concrete, and hills. A Team: 7 runners make up a Varsity or Frosh-Soph squad.

What is the hardest sport in track? ›

Chloe Proffitt (Sports Reporter): 800-meter run

In my opinion, the 800-meter run is the hardest event in track. The 800 is a true test of speed but also endurance; it is practically an all-out sprint.

How many miles a week should I run for cross country? ›

The example I used of 50 miles is for older runners and men. Younger runners and women should start at a lower goal of 30 to 35 miles. Work up from 15 miles per week, but follow the same schedule as outlined earlier.

How far should 11 year olds run? ›

3.2 miles

How much should high school cross country runners run? ›

Follow this program exactly as it is written and you will average between 35 and 45 miles a week, enough for most high school cross country runners. If you feel you need more miles, discuss your plans with your coach before proceeding. More important than the number of miles run is the quality of those miles.

What does 7 mean for cross country? ›

A full scoring lineup for a team consists of seven runners. The top five runners score team points, with runners six and seven serving as "displacers".

What do you call someone who runs cross country? ›

The reason why U.S. cross country runners are called “harriers” is that many of the early running clubs were formed in the 19th century to organize & have the running events of a cross country based on the traditional European games of "hunt the fox" and "hare and hounds".

Why is cross country difficult? ›

The sport becomes especially challenging when spread over the 5,000 meters (approximately 3 miles) that comprise a typical high school cross country race. It is a team sport characterized by its individualism. Runners spend a majority of their time in nature, competing against themselves.

Is cross country good for kids? ›

Oftentimes in the classroom, your child has decisions being made on their behalf. In fact, their lives are currently filled with choices being made on their behalf. Cross Country and/or Track & Field is probably one of the first (or only things) that gives them the freedom to make their own choices.

Is cross country fun? ›

Cross country is a fun sport in itself, and it's also a smart way to stay in shape for other sports like soccer, basketball, wrestling and swimming.

How long do XC meets last? ›

Every practice is set up so each runner can train to his/her ability. There are nine to ten meets a year held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays. The meets last between 3 to 4 hours and the team returns before nine o'clock in most cases.

Is cross country the hardest sport? ›

Cross Country, not to be confused with track, may very well be the hardest physical sport this school has to offer. The amount of effort they put in week in and week out in order to be the best version of themselves is strenuous to say the least. But, according to Dr. Kevin F.

Is cross country the same as track? ›

Cross country has longer distance runs and different terrains to run on, while track only has one terrain and multiple events. Both are great sports and many people who enjoy running do both so they can continue running all year round. “I do both spring and winter track and then cross country in the fall,” said Scott.

Is it harder to run on track or grass? ›

What did they find? They observed that running on a softer surface (grass) actually resulted in slightly HIGHER tibial accelerations compared to a harder surface (concrete or asphalt).

Is it easier to run on track or road? ›

Naturally, running on a track is easier because you can run on a consistently flat surface, which in theory is easier to maintain a steady pace. It also tends to have a more forgiving surface, making it gentler on your joints as you run.

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