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Cross Country

girls XC team photo

boys XC team photo

Welcome to BMS Cross Country!

2026 XC Schedule, coming soon!

Interested in participating in Cross Country?  Please complete this interest form (coming soon) so that we have your contact information.

Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Aaron Brantly aaronbrantly@mcps.org
Assistant Coaches: Cara Bandera carabandera@mcps.org, Toisha Curftiss, Camryn

Remind Class: BMSXC2026
Remind Course Code: @ke2be6h
Google Classroom Code: u344ec7v

Team Tryout Information
The Cross Country team does not cut runners unless there is a safety or behavioral concern. 

Important Practice Dates
Pre-season practices: 07/27, 07/29, 07/31, 08/03, 08/05, 08/07 from 3pm - 4:30pm. 
Regular season practices: First Practice 08/12 Practices Every day from 3:00-4:45pm. 

Recommended Off-season Workouts
6 days a week run between 2-4 miles daily.
Please keep a running log where you write down your total daily and weekly mileage. 
The more hills the better. 
Lunges 10x3 two days a week
Pushups 10x3 two days a week
Planks 60secsx3 two days a week. 
Please conduct dynamic warmups and strides before each run. 

Required Equipment
Good Running Shoes - Trail Shoes are recommended as we will be running predominantly on grass and trails, but any good pair of running shoes. 
1L Water Bottle - This is required daily. 
Towel for core workouts
Appropriate running attire shirt, shorts, etc. 
Suggested: Hat and Sunscreen

Check this webpage periodically.  More information will be posted as the season approaches.