Race Calendar
Check race dates, bus departure times, and key team events for the season.
FRI SEPT 11 SPARTAN INVITATIONAL @ EAST LANSING (Top 7)
SAT SEPT 12 RAMBLING ROCK INVITATIONAL @ WILLOW METROPARK
TUE SEPT 15 vs HARTLAND @ HARTLAND
SAT SEPT 19 58TH ANNUAL HOLLY INVITATIONAL @ HOLLY
TUE SEPT 22 vs BRIGHTON/NORTHVILLE @ HUDSON MILLS METROPARK
FRI SEPT 25 JACKSON JV INVITATIONAL @ ELLA SHARP PARK
SAT SEPT 26 JACKSON INVITATIONAL @ ELLA SHARP PARK
TUE OCT 6 vs HOWELL/NOVI @ NOVI
SAT OCT 10 PORTAGE INVITATIONAL @ PORTAGE (Top 7)
SAT OCT 10 WAYNE COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS @ WILLOW METROPARK
TUE OCT 13 vs CANTON/PLYMOUTH @ CASS BENTON
SAT OCT 17 42ND GABRIEL RICHARD INVITATIONAL @ HUDSON MILLS,DEXTER
THU OCT 22 KLAA CHAMPIONSHIPS @ MANLY BENNETT PARK,HAMBURG
SAT OCT 31 MHSAA REGION 6 @ WILLOW METROPARK
SAT NOV 7 MHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS @ MIS, BROOKLYN
Meet Day Notes
A little preparation goes a long way! Here are a few reminders to help every athlete have a successful meet.
Before the Meet
Arrive on time at the designated meeting location.
Wear your Salem racing uniform and bring warm-ups if needed.
Eat a light meal 2–3 hours before the race.
Stay hydrated throughout the day.
Get a good night’s sleep before race day.
What to Bring
Running shoes and racing spikes (if you have them)
Team uniform
Water bottle
Healthy snacks
Extra layers for cool weather
Sunscreen, hat, or rain gear if needed
At the Meet
Check in with Coach Goodridge when you arrive.
Stay with your teammates and support one another.
Warm up with the team and be ready for course inspection.
Cheer for every Salem runner—your encouragement matters!
After Your Race
Cool down with your teammates.
Rehydrate and eat a snack.
Stay until the team has finished competing unless you’ve made other arrangements with the coaches.
Help clean up the team area before leaving.
Remember: Represent Salem Cross Country with pride by showing great sportsmanship, encouraging your teammates, and thanking meet officials and volunteers.
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