logo

American Fork High School Cross-Country Season Preview

Cross-Country
Fall Preview 2025 Play1
Thu, May 29, 2025 at 11:05 AM . Utah
American Fork High School – Boys Cross-Country 2025 Offseason Report Offseason Focus Our focus this offseason is straightforward: building aerobic engines. It’s the foundation of our program, and every run, every mile is geared toward developing the endurance and strength required for championship-level racing. Special Offseason Events We’re participating in two key events this summer: Steel Days 5K – A community race on July 19th, which keeps us connected to our roots and offers a competitive tune-up. High Altitude Cross-Country Camp – Held at Clear Creek, Utah (July 8–11), this camp will test and bond our team while training in tough elevation conditions—perfect prep for the season ahead. Notable Additions & Departures We graduated with a strong senior class, including 4 of our top 5 runners. This opens the door for the next wave of talent to step into leadership and scoring roles.  Players to Watch Keep an eye on senior captains: Austin Plewe Dallin Harrington Ben Ward These three will be instrumental in setting the tone for a young squad. Their leadership, training discipline, and race-day execution will be essential this season.  Weight Lifting and Fitness Our strength lies in consistency. There’s no magic trick—just maintaining year-round dedication to training. Our program doesn’t reinvent itself in the offseason; we double down on what works.  Nutrition We emphasize a balanced, athletic diet. Key points include avoiding fast food and sugar-heavy simple carbs, staying well-hydrated, and fueling for endurance and recovery.  Coaching Perspective I’ll be speaking at a coaches clinic in Texas this June. It’s always rewarding to share knowledge and also reflect on ways to evolve and grow our own program through these experiences.  Fan Engagement & Community Impact We stay connected through social media and service. A highlight is our role in the AF Canyon Half Marathon, where we manage a water station—giving back to a community that supports us every season.  Biggest Challenges Ahead With such a young squad, our main challenge will be patience—developing talent and confidence gradually. It’s about building the next generation of elite runners and trusting the process.
PLAY 1
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.