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2018 Wildcat Summer Session is Running
Puri Crest Picnic Area - Rock Cut State Park 
See Summer Practice Schedule Here
Wildcats 22nd year of Running with Children 

We would love for you to join the Wildcats.
 Simply go to our "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.  

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.

20th Wildcat Anniversary

Wildcat Coaches

Rockford, Illinois - Youth Cross Country Team

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.

All you need is a desire to run and a pair of running shoes.  Learn more about OUR STORY

Learn more about the Rockford Road Runners

"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