Natalia Cross Country runners started their early morning workouts this week as they prepare for another successful season and hope for repeat trips to Regionals.
Practices start at 6:30 a.m. and will run until 8:15 daily Mondays-Thursdays starting with Tuesday, August 8th-10th. The next week August 14-15 6:30-9:00 am then on August 16-17 a little earlier but shorter from 6:00 to 7:15 a.m. Fridays runners will have off as rest and recovery days.
There will not be any scheduled events August 21-25 (enjoy the last week of summer). Formal practice will begin Monday, August 28th at 6:00 a.m. according to the schedule.
Last year the Natalia Lady Mustangs qualified for a second straight year for Regionals. The Mustangs secured their third straight regional appearance. Both were able to compile 3rd place team finishes at the 26-3A meet led by Brianna Bernal and Joel Rios.
“Overall, I was proud of how successful we were as a team and how hard all of our runners fought, ensuring that our seniors would make it to Regional one last time,” said Coach Nelson last season.