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Building a Cross Country Team at East Lake Academy

The East Lake Academy middle school cross country team wrapped up their 2nd season after participating in several local meets this fall. One of the most notable was the 2013 Hawthorne Cross Country Invite at Vernon Hills High School. 26 teams and 1000 runners participated in the event.  “What a great opportunity for our team to participate in such a large, competitive event”, commented Coach Sandy Burkett.  Top scorers in the meet were running two miles in eleven minutes.  The East Lake team worked hard this season to build on their first year and improve.  Coach Maureen Shinnick, who ran track for Notre Dame, saw the East Lake runners’ determination to improve their personal records from day one. Zella Stockhausen, in 7th grade, who ran the 2 mile in 16:06 at the invitational, has already asked the question, “What do I need to do to get ready for the next season?”

 

To learn more about East Lake Academy or schedule a tour, contact Elizabeth Simutis, Director of Admissions at 847-247-0035.

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