Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program
Date and time
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Location
220 Lakewood Dr, Greenville, SC
Date and time
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Location
220 Lakewood Dr, Greenville, SC
Date and time
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Location
220 Lakewood Dr, Greenville, SC
Upstate Running Club Youth Cross Country Team – Fall 2026
The Upstate Running Club Youth Team is excited to announce its Fall Cross Country Season for athletes ages 7–14.
This developmental and competitive program will meet twice each week and provide athletes with opportunities to compete in local, regional, and future national-level competitions. The program has been established as a FREE service for area youth athletes who are committed to pursuing personal growth through consistent training, teamwork, and competition. The Upstate Running Club proudly supports more than 100 youth athletes each year through seasonal training programs. Each season includes structured practices, local and regional competitions, and team-building activities designed to develop both athletic ability and personal character.
Our mission is to equip young athletes with the tools needed to succeed at the next level of competition while fostering confidence, resilience, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.
Coaching & Program Staff
Victoria Hammersmith
Matthew Hammersmith
Bruce Jennings
Together, our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels.
Team Eligibility Standards
To ensure athletes are prepared for the demands of training and competition, participants must meet the following minimum fitness standards:
Boys 9 & Under
1 Mile: Under 8:00
Girls 9 & Under
1 Mile: Under 8:20
Boys 11 & Under
1 Mile: Under 7:30
Girls 11 & Under
1 Mile: Under 7:30
Boys & Girls 13 & Under
1 Mile: Under 7:15
Athletes who are unable to meet the minimum team standards are not eligible to participate in team practices or competitions.
Team Schedule
Season Dates: August 16 – November 28, 2026
Practice Time:
Sundays at 3:00 PM
Lakewood Nature Preserve: 220 Lakewood Drive Greenville, SC 29607
Wednesdays at 6pm
Holland Park - 813 Laurens Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
Additional weekly practice information and the complete competition schedule will be distributed on the first day of the season.
Race Schedule
Tuesday September 8th - Hartness Property 3k Thursday September 24th - OLR Lakewood Preserve 3k Sunday Nov. 1st - Toughest Kids Race 3k Saturday Nov. 7th - Run 4 Life 1 Mile Sunday Nov. 22nd - Hay Bale Hustle 3k Thursday Nov. 26th - Electric City Gobbler 1 Mile Saturday Nov. 28th - Brooks Championship USATF or AAU Regional - TBA
Team Gear & Race Package
(Must select at least one during registration)
Warm Up / Practice Gear: $50
Practice Singlet
Practice Short
Long Sleeve
Competitive Package: $100
Practice Gear from above plus
New Style Long Sleeve
New Style Competitive Racing Singlet
Elite Package: $225
Post Season Brooks South XC and AAU Competitions (or USA TF South XC) race entry
Competetive package
Hoodie
Warm Up Jogger
Program Includes
Team training and coaching
Team gear package
Local race apportunities in the middle school meets TBD
Footlocker Championships (Saturday after Thanksgiving at McAlpine Park) need to add Fotlocker package
AAU Region Championship Entry (AAU Membership Required) TBD or
USATF Region Championship need to add Fotlocker package
Contact Information
Coach Victoria Hammersmith