UT Southern Cross Country Camp 2026

WELCOME!
We are excited to have you all participate in our 3rd annual Firehawk XC Camp hosted by our University of Tennessee Southern Cross Country Team! This camp is designed for upcoming elementary, middle, and high school student athletes interested in running cross country. We will focus on skill development through various educational opportunities as well as making this a fun experience for all levels of cross country student-athletes. During the days with us, you will be instructed by current UT Southern coaches and student athletes as well as members of the community, where we will work to develop running skills, improve conditioning, and provide drills and exercises you can use throughout the year!

CAMP DATES AND TIME

High School and Middle School 

June 29 -July 3rd (Monday through Friday
Starting at 7:30 AM and dismissing by 9 AM

Elementary School

June 29th, June 30th, and July 2nd (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday)

Starting at 5 PM and dismissing by 6 PM

LOCATION
UTSouthern East Campus: 1218 E College St Pulaski TN 38478

WHAT TO BRING
Come dressed and ready with athletic shorts, a t-shirt, and a quality pair of running shoes. A running watch is optional. Cell phones will be put away during camp time. Additionally, please bring a water bottle and towel. We ARE NOT responsible for items that are lost or stolen!

WHAT TO EXPECT

High School
The camp will start at 7:30 AM and wrap up around 9 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with drop off available beginning at 7:00 AM. Please pick up and drop off your camper at the practice field. You are welcome to stay for the duration of the camp. Pick-up will be promptly at 9 AM each day. On the first day of participation, parents will be required to check in campers and sign a waiver in order for campers to participate. A typical day will consist of a warmup, training session, cool-down, and an educational component presented by guest speakers.     

Elementary
The camp will start at 5 PM and wrap up around 6 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, with drop off available beginning at 4:30 PM. Please pick up and drop off your camper at the practice field. You are welcome to stay for the duration of the camp. Pick-up will be promptly at 6 PM each day. On the first day of participation, parents will be required to check-in campers and sign a waiver in order for campers to participate. A typical day will consist of a warmup, training session, cool-down, and an educational competent presented by guest speakers.                                  

REGISTRATION
Regular online registration will begin on May 12th at 12 PM and close on June 15th at midnight. The price for regular online registration is $65 for the high school and middle school camp and $35 for the elementary camp. 

Late online registration will be June 16th at 12:00 AM through June 29th at midnight. Late online registration costs $80 and $45, respectively, for high school/middle school and elementary. 

In person registration ONLY will be accepted during check-in on July 15th with the same terms as late online registration. Payment MUST be made at or before June 30th in order for the camper to participate. June 30th is the only time in-person registration will be accepted!

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will be required to check in campers and sign a waiver in order for campers to participate. 

PARKING INFORMATION
Please pick up and drop off your camper at the practice field. If you are staying for the duration of camp, we ask that you park near the indoor facility. 

FOOD AND DRINK
Meals will NOT be provided. Campers are welcome to bring a post-run snack. We will provide a small post-run snack on a limited basis. Water and isotonic options will also be available post-run. We ask that campers bring a reusable water bottle. We would like to be good environmental stewards by going cupless if possible! 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please check your email regularly, as this is our primary way to communicate. Any additional information that we need to convey as the camp draws closer will be passed on to you via the email address that you supplied when you registered for camp. Please make it a habit to check your email daily, this will eliminate any confusion and or miscommunication. 

CANCELATION POLICY
Cancellations made seven days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund but will be responsible for any fees associated with registration. Cancellations made within the seven day window will be issued a refund but require a 25% processing fee. Once camp has started, refunds will not be issued, and failure to attend (e.g., family situation, injury, work, etc.) is not justification for a refund.

QUESTIONS?

Justin Watson

Camp Director

Head Coach Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field

The University of Tennessee Southern
jwatson@utsouthern.edu
Cell: 256-366-9267