Frequently Asked Questions


Where are the Practice Meets held?

Practice meets are held at different locations as they become available for our use. In the past they included Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown WEST High School, Henderson High School in West Chester and West Chester University.

How long are the Practice Meets?

Practice Meets begin promptly at 1:00 and usually end before 3:30. The team needs to be there by 12:30.

Is it mandatory to attend all practices and Practice Meets?

We understand that we all have busy lives and conflicts do occur. Just make as many practices as you can. For the Practice Meets on Sundays, just try to let me know in advance if you can't make it.

What should my child bring to practice?

Dress warm, bring a jacket, the weather at the begining of the season is still cold. Wear sweats with shorts and tee shirt underneath is case it gets warm. Wear running shoes (no spikes). Bring a water bottle.

What should we bring to the Practice Meets?

The Practice Meets can be over 3 hours long. Runners should bring sweats with their track uniform under it. Bring water bottles, sunscreen and a light snack.
Parents should bring warm clothes, blankets, folding chairs (if you don't want to sit in the bleachers) and snacks. It feels colder than it is if you are sitting all that time. Check the weather and plan accordingly.

What are the Penn Relays?

The Penn Relays is an historic relay race that began in 1895. There is a link to the history about it on the previous page.
The CYO schools run on a week night at Franklin Field in Phila. If anyone is interested in running it, let me know. It requires a commitment to be there because if a runner does not show up, the other 3 runners can't run. You will be informed if we have a team to send.

What are the Pee Wee Races?

If you have children in K to 3rd grades they can run in the Practice Meets as Pee Wees. The meets have races just for the younger kids and they have a lot of fun running them. There is no registration for pee wees. They are welcome to run at any practice or practice meet.


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