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2019 Wildcat Fall Practice Session Schedule is Here

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