Head Coach
Andy Sherwood
Coach Sherwood has been coaching cross-country and track since 2002. He has had coaching stints at Notre Dame High School in Chicago, Central Catholic High School in Portland, Western Illinois University, and the University of Portland before joining the Manitou Springs staff in 2021. Sherwood is a 2001 graduate of the University of Portland where he was a varsity letter winner in Cross-Country and Track and Field. Sherwood served as a graduate assistant coach from 2003-2005 at Western Illinois University where he earned a M.S. in Physical Education.
“As a coach I strive to ignite potential through the consistent work and discipline of running – we cultivate resilient, adaptable, and intrinsically motivated student-athletes who are able to lead effectively, embrace challenges, and create a lasting legacy.”
                                                                     -Coach Sherwood
Season Overview
Aug 4 | Start daily practice from 3:45-5:30 |
Aug 9 | Time trial with pancake breakfast |
Aug-Oct | Season meets occur after school |
Sept 20/21 | Ascent/Marathon parking fundraiser |
Oct 11 | Manitou 5K race fundraiser |
Oct | Tri Peaks League meet, Regional meet |
Nov | State meet |
Nov | Team Banquet |
Nov 21-23 | Nike Cross Regionals (NXR) |
Jan 13 | Off season winter season begins |
Coaching Staff
Anna Mack
Cassandra Bresnahan
Stephanie Wurtz
Chris Lewis
Schedules and Rosters
NCAA
NCAA Eligibility Center is for high school students who hope to compete in college sports at an NCAA Division I or II school.
Click on the link to find out how to register for the NCAA Eligibility Center. For more information on college-bound student-athletes, you can go to https://www.ncaa.org/
sportsYou is used to keep parents, coaches, and athlets connected throughout the sports season. It provides a centralized space for important updates, schedules, and team news, ensuring that everyone stays informed and engaged. Join your team on sportsYou with the sport specific code below:
sportsYou Code for Cross Country:Â MA3SJYES
June 1 9am | Team meeting (media center) |
June 1- Aug 8 | Mileage Club challenge |
June T/R 7am | Fields Park Practice |
July T/R/S 7am | Fields Park + Saturday |
July 20 5:30am | Barr Trail aid station fundraiser |
July 25-27 | Team camp – SALIDA! |
Aug 4 | Fall Season begins |
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- July 20, hike starts at 5:30am
- Theme dress up for awards
- Aid station and cheer on Barr Trail runners
 415 El Monte Place, Manitou Springs CO 80829
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