WATCH THE 2025 OPENING SEASON PRESEASON PROMOTION!
The 2025 summer relaxation period and cross country training sessions are coming to a climax. Before you know it, it will be time for school for the kiddies and weekend cross-country meets for distance runners statewide. Illinois is second to none when it comes to the sport of endurance. The land of Lincoln has always had an incredible band of solid distance runners year in and year out. The legion of fans and parents who follow the sport closely makes it especially fun to cover throughout the season.
The official calendar reporting starts on Monday, August 11, and the first meets can commence two weeks later on August 25. Small meets usually dominate the early scene during the onset. However, once the calendar turns to September, things will begin to heat up with the start of major invitationals.
Of course, this season's outlook will be intense but uncertain, with some notable graduations and perhaps a changing of the guard regarding teams. Even with expert reporting and top-notch previews, we cannot predict exactly how things will unfold. It will be highly intense, impacting the team and individual outlook. Regardless of the changes, it should be an excellent season for all involved.
MileSplit Illinois is going to cover the sport at a feverish pace. Here are some things as the season looms:
- Individual rankings
- Team rankings
- On-site coverage
- Features