The Wildcats is a Youth Cross Country Team that started running in 1997. The program is designed to let kids have fun while learning about running. The ages of our runners range from 5-18. The program is open to all who might be interested in running. The Wildcats are a part of the Rockford Road Runners, a Road Runners Club of America organization member club. Rockford Wildcats are also affiliated with AAU and USA Track and Field.
Wildcats is a free youth running club with NO COST to join,
just bring running shoes and a desire to run!
Wildcat Mission Statement
We will provide all youth with the opportunity to reach personal goals, be a leader, practice good sportsmanship and learn respect for self and others.
We will provide all youth with the opportunity to reach personal goals, be a leader, practice good sportsmanship and learn respect for self and others.
Spring 2025 Practice Schedule
DATES |
START TIME |
LOCATION |
April 29th & May 1st |
5:30 P.M. |
YMCA Downtown *Parking Lot near boat launch & sand volleyball court for ALL practices at YMCA Downtown |
May 6th & May 8th |
5:30 P.M. |
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May 13th & May 15th |
5:30 P.M. |
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May 20th & May 22nd |
5:30 P.M. |
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May 27th & May 29th |
5:30 P.M. |
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June 3rd & 5th |
5:30 P.M. |
Once registered guardians will receive emails with
practice locations and times.
Map Links to Practice Locations
YMCA Downtown - Sports Factory Top Lot
Midway Village Path - Sinnissippi Park - Aldeen Park - Anna Page Park - Dahlquist Park
We would love for you to join the Wildcats.
Simply go to our "REGISTER FOR WILDCATS (CLUB MEMBERSHIP SITE)"
follow instructions and create a free account, then come to a practice to
try it out. There is no commitment beyond the first run, but we hope to
run with you again.
Wildcat X-C Meet Oct. 26, 2019 Photos
Link to the Gallery - Wildcat Home Meet Oct. 26, 2019 Pictures Here
20th Wildcat Anniversary
Wildcat Coaches
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Wildcat Coaches
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Wildcat Coaches
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Wildcat Coaches
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Rockford, Illinois - Youth Cross Country Team
All you need is a desire to run and a pair of running shoes. Learn more about OUR STORY
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"Only one person and one person only will determine
how good of a runner you become... You will become as good as you let yourself be. That one person is you." - Coach |
