Cross Country & Track Club

Cross Country and Track Individual Registration 24-25

This registration form must be completed before any activity with the team listed. This form includes liability waivers and necessary information collection. 

By filling out this form, the athlete is not guaranteed a competitive roster spot on the club. 

***Please note information submitted on this form is shared with club sport administration, coaches, and team leaders. 

* denotes a required field

General Athlete Information




Waiver & Liability Release

I hereby declare, assert and affirm that my participation in Grand Valley State University Club Sports is done having voluntarily and knowingly assumed all risks involved in this program. The physical risk(s) associated are those correlated with normal, vigorous physical activity.  These risks include but are not limited to, bodily discomfort and fatigue, muscular soreness, pulled or strained muscles, overuse injuries/soft tissue damage, bodily injury resulting from falls, and the rare instance of abnormal changes/responses of the cardiopulmonary system to exercise.  Adverse responses include abnormal blood pressure, heart arrhythmias, and the very rare instance of heart attack, stroke, or sudden death.

In consideration of acceptance of this contract allowing my participation in Club Sports and intending to be legally bound thereby, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, WAIVE AND RELEASE any and all rights and claims for negligence, injuries, damages or losses that I may incur while involved in Club Sports, specifically Grand Valley State University, it’s respective employees, agents, representatives, successors and assigns for any and all activities connected with Club Sports.  If I am a Grand Valley employee, I also understand that I do hereby WAIVE any and all rights or benefits under the State of Michigan Worker's Compensation laws for any injury incurred as a result of my participation in this program. 

Participant Agreement

Please carefully read the GVSU Student Code of Conduct.

As a participating athlete in the GVSU Club Sport Program, I agree to abide by the following:

I will conduct myself accordingly, responsibly, and professionally in congruence with the Club Sport Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct at all Club Sport-sponsored activities. 

I understand that my actions may adversely affect my team, the Club Sport Program, Recreation & Wellness, and Grand Valley State University.

I will represent GVSU, the Division of Student Affairs, Recreation & Wellness, and my club in a professional, positive manner, and always in congruence with the Club Sport Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct.

I will show respect to all team members and Recreation & Wellness employees. 

I will adhere to all Recreation & Wellness policies and procedures. These include the Club Sport Handbook, facility policies and procedures, my club's National Governing Body policies, and other University policies and procedures, including the Student Code of Conduct.


Please carefully read the GVSU Alcohol and Other Drug Policy.


Please carefully read the GVSU Hazing Policy.



Electronic Signature
Electronic Signature *

My signature below affirms that I have read and agree to all of the above content regarding my participation in the GVSU Club Sports Program, and that this Agreement is binding throughout my entire duration as a student at Grand Valley State University.

Emergency Contact Information

Human Verification *

If you are interested in joining our club please use the form provided on the left. To receive emails please find our club on Lakerlink and register. Requests are approved frequently. If you still find that you are still not receiving emails contact any club board member and we will work toward a solution. 

Club Information & Plans

Cross Country and Track team

About Us: GVSU Cross Country & Track Club provides an opportunity for leisure and competitive runners alike to come together and run. This club is perfect for athletes looking to continue a running career post-high school or for those simply looking for others to run with. Our club practices at the Kelly Fieldhouse Monday - Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm. We offer workout and training plans to those that are interested. Training groups are determined by interest in mileage and competition. Our club is eagerly looking to expand our field event crew. We are prepared to purchase the necessary equipment required for field event athletes to compete. Outside of practice, our club hosts a variety of social and volunteer events for those that are interested. Volunteering events allow our organization to give back to the surrounding community while social events foster a positive team environment. 

Club Highlights: 

  • Group runs: Sprinters, distance runners, and field event athletes meet at the Kelly Family Sports Center at 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 
  • Meets: Competitions are paid for by athletes on an attendance basis. You are only required to pay for the meets you attend. We attend cross country meets in the fall, and participate in indoor and outdoor track. We do travel in and out of state! 
  • Volunteering: We offer various volunteering events throughout the year. Club members have the opportunity to earn a stipend to put toward one race per semester. This stipend can only be earned once a semester through participation at a fundraising event, but does help personal costs.
  • Social Events: We have an abundance of social gatherings that promote the community aspect of our club. 

If you have any questions feel free to email us at [email protected]

  • President: Andrew Whitman
  • Vice President: Leah Converse
  • Financial Officer: Aidan Reggio
  • Fundraising Coordinator: Abigail Willyerd
  • Public Relations: Carter Mcilroy
  • Risk Manager: Ava Gatto
  • Distance Coordinator: Kyle McKee
  • Sprint Coordinator: TBD

Cross Country Schedule 2024

Date

Location

Race Name

Results

September 28, 2024

Willow Metropark

Little Tens Invitational

 

October 5, 2024

Waverly, MI

Spartan Grand Classic

 

October 26, 2024

Northview Christian Church

NIRCA Great Lakes Regional

 

November 9, 2024

Hershey Parkview Cross Country Course

NIRCA Cross Country National Championships

 

Track Schedule

Date

Location

Meet Name

Results

December 6, 2024

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Holiday Open

TBD

January 18, 2025

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Bob Eubanks Open

TBD

January 24, 2025

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Mike Lints Alumni Meet

TBD

February 8th, 2025

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Bill Clinger Classic

TBD

February 14-15, 2025

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Big Meet

TBD

February 21, 2025

Kelly Family Sports Center

GVSU Tune-up

TBD

TBD

The Armory University of Illinois

Illinois Club Relays

TBD

April 5-6, 2025

Virginia Commonwealth University

NIRCA Track Nationals

 

2024-2025 Roster

First Name

Last Name

Class

Hometown

Previous School/Team

Abby

Willyerd

Freshman

Schwartz Creek, MI

Schwartz Creek HS

Abigail

Arens

Sophomore

Westphalia, MI

Pewamo Westphalia HS

Abigail

Polakowski

Sophomore

Brownstown, MI

Carlson HS

Adi

Martin

Freshman

Grand Rapids, MI

Grandville HS

Aidan

Reggio

Freshman

Washington, MI

Romeo HS

Alli

Miller

Freshman

Midland, MI

HH Dow

Alyson

Vikstrom

Freshman

Zeeland, MI

Holland Christian HS

Alyssa

Hussey

Senior

Muskegon, MI

Muskegon Community College

Andre

Irving

     

Andrew

Whitman

Sophomore

Brownstown, MI

Woodhaven HS

Augustus

Hinch

Senior

Watervliet, MI

Watervliet HS

Ava

Gatto

Freshman

Canton, MI

P-CEP Canton

Ava

Hughes

Sophomore

Plymouth, MI

P-CEP Salem

Azaria

Pearson

Freshman

Grand Rapids, MI

Ottawa Hills HS

Ben

Cadieux

Freshman

Holland, MI

West Ottawa HS

Ben

Vongprachanh

 

Zeeland, MI

Zeeland West HS

Benjamin

Bromley

Freshman

Lowell, MI

Lowell HS

Brandon

Roach

Sophomore

Rockford, MI

Rockford HS

Brayden

Forge

Sophomore

Birmingham, MI

Seaholm HS

Calista

Chadwick

Junior

Saranac, MI

Saranac HS

Christina

Bilko

 

Canton, MI

 

Clara

Freeman

Freshman

Lansing, MI

Eastern HS

Ella

Bowen

Sophomore

Grand Rapids, MI

Forest Hills Eastern

Ethan

Trout

Freshman

Byron Center, MI

Byron Center HS

Evan

Gillespie

Sophomore

St. Johns, MI

St. Johns HS

Evan

Kinter

 

Pinckney, MI

Detroit Catholic Central HS

Gabriel

Rowell

Freshman

Hudsonville, MI

Hudsonville HS

Gretchen

Fulk

Freshman

Livonia, MI

Stevenson HS

Griffin

McQueen

Freshman

Rochester Hills, MI

Rochester Adams HS

Harrison

Fobare

 

Royal Oak, MI

Royal Oak HS

Hunter

Bogar

Sophomore

Clarkston, MI

Clarkston HS

Isaiah

Chambers

Freshman

Detroit, MI

University Preparatory Academy HS

Jacob

Bissell

Sophomore

Rockford, MI

Rockford HS

Jacob

Ferry

Freshman

Goodrich, MI

Goodrich HS

Jacob

Mertes

Freshman

Rockford, MI

Rockford HS

Jakob

Fisher

Freshman

Brighton, MI

Hartland HS

Jamara

Harper

Sophomore

Grand Rapids, MI

Lowell HS

Jered

Holland

 

Cadillac, MI

Cadillac HS

Joanna

Wallace

Freshman

Pinckney, MI

Pinckney HS

Joanne

Padron

 

Holland, MI

Holland High School

Julia

Troxel

 

Livonia, MI

Lutheran High Northwest

Katelynn

Grady

Freshman

Grand Rapids, MI

East Grand Rapids HS

Kendall

Cuson

Freshman

Detroit, MI

Bloomfield Hills HS

Kenzie

Page-Wood

 

St. Joseph, MI

St. Joseph HS

Kline

Marshall

Senior

Edwardsburg, MI

Edwardsburg HS

Kyle

McKee

Junior

Ada, MI

Forest Hills Eastern

Leah

Converse

Junior

Fremont, MI

Fremont HS

Lilly

Muxlow

Freshman

North Branch, MI

North Branch HS

Logan

Boolman

Junior

Cadillac, MI

Cadillac HS

Luke

Michels

Sophomore

Des Plaines

Maine West HS

Mackenzie

Allan

Junior

Hartland, MI

Hartland HS

Madalen

Ferrill

Freshman

Traverse City, MI

Traverse City West Senior High

Max

Kollmeyer

Freshman

Chicago, IL

Payton HS

Michael

Brickner

Sophomore

Valparaiso, IN

Washington Township HS

Morgan

Wermuth

Senior

Byron Center, MI

Grand Rapids Catholic Central

Nate

Gil

Freshman

Ada, MI

Forest Hills Eastern

Reegan

Graham

Sophomore

Traverse City, MI

Traverse City West Senior High

Rhys

Sandman

 

Lowell, MI

Lowell HS

Riley

DeLore

Sophomore

Allendale, MI

Aquinas College

Ryan

Zannetti

Freshman

Grand Blanc, MI

Grand Blanc HS

Sydney

Meloche

Junior

Canton, MI

Salem HS

Thomas

Jackson

Freshman

Beverly Hills, MI

Detroit Country Day HS

Tyler

Dohm

 

St. John's, MI

St. John's HS

Walker

Fairbanks

Freshman

Bloomfield Hills, MI

Bloomfield HS

Xavier

Clark

Freshman

Oxford, MI

Oxford High School

Zachary

Spradlin

Freshman

Milan, MI

Milan HS

Zack

Williams

Junior

Troy, MI

Troy HS

Social Media

Fall Fun

Several of GVSU's Women's Cross Country Club members gather around a K-9 spectator at one of the first meets of the season. 

Follow Our Club on Social Media

Instagram: gvsu.xc.tfclub 

Facebook: GVSU Cross Country and Track Club 

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club Host an Ultimate Frisbee Night for Club Members

The team hits the turf! The Cross Country and Track Club host an ultimate frisbee night for the team. 

Social Events and Volunteer Opportunities

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club Host a Club Pumpkin Carving Event

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club host multiple social events throughout the year to foster team culture and a sense of community. These events are open to all members and provide another chance to meet friendly faces outside of practices and competition. These events will be modified to follow all GVSU Covid safety guidelines. 

Volunteer Opportunity with Kids' Food Basket

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club volunteer at Kids' Food Basket of Grand Rapids multiple times throughout the fall and winter semesters. Kids' Food Basket provides packed evening meals for kids in need. The Club also hosts an annual Turkey Trot where all proceeds are donated to Kids' Food Basket. Unfortunately, the club will not be hosting a Turkey Trot for the fall of 2021 due to the pandemic and health concerns. 

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club Volunteer at Michigan Titanium Triathalon

GVSU Cross Country and Track Club volunteer at many local races. The Club is often responsible for running aid stations providing water and nutrition to athletes competing. Events the Club has volunteered at in the past: the Michigan Titanium Triathlon, the Grand Rapids Marathon, the Grand Rapids Bridge Run, and various local high school cross country and track meets. 

Historical Records

Men's Records

Event

Name

Record

Year

60M

Brayden Forge

7.10

2023

60M Hurdles

Logan Boolman

9.33

2022

100M

Thijmen Knook

11.30 

2018

110M Hurdles

Gabriel Gunnink

19.48

2019

200M Indoor

Brayden Forge

22.13

2023

200M Outdoor

Will Reinke

22.07 

2019

300M

Will Reinke

36.26

2019

400M Indoor

Will Reinke 

49.32 

2018

400M Outdoor

Will Reinke 

48.90

2019

400M Hurdles

Jacob Mertes

57.98

2024

600M Indoor

Brandon Roach

1:23.23

2024

800M Indoor

Max Kollmeyer

1:58.24

2024

800M Outdoor

Kyle McKee

1:57.57

2023

1500M

Kyle McKee

4:00.32

2023

Full Mile

Kyle McKee

4:22.01

2023

3000M

Dylan Parker

8:40.23

2023

3000M Steeplechase

Jered Holland 

10:36.38

2024

5000M Indoor

Dylan Parker

14:45.90

2023

5000M Outdoor

Dylan Parker

14:54.13

2023

5K XC

Dylan Parker

15:18.60

2023

8K XC

Dylan Parker

25:24.5

2022

Half Marathon

Brody Cragg

1:14:49

2016

Marathon

Michael Trombetta

2:43:05

2023

4x100M Relay

Reinke, Gunnink, Knook, Borja

45.20

2018

4x200M Relay

Borja, Reinke, Bruni, Champion

1:36.55

2019

4x400M Relay

Plaska, DeWeerd, Vongprachanh, Tesmer

3:28.55

2017

4x800M Relay

Kollmeyer, McIlroy, McKee, Roach

8:03.03

2024

Sprint Medley Relay

Forge, Bissell, Marshall, Roach

3:34.58

2023

Distance Medley Relay

 

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Long Jump

Thomas Bruni

5.73

2019

High Jump

Tyler Netke

1.87

2023

Shot Put

 

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Discus

 

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Women's Records

Event

Name

Record

Year

60m

Alli Miller

8.30

2023

60m Hurdles

Emily Nettie

11.15

2017

100m

Julia Carlson

13.38

2019

100m Hurdles

Emily Nettie

19.40

2018

200m Indoor

Natalie Lambert

27.21

2023

200m Outdoor

Natalie Lambert

26.48

2023

300m

 

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400m Indoor

Julia Carlson

1:03.73

2019

400m Outdoor

Natalie Lambert

1:02.37

2023

400m Hurdles

 

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800m Indoor

Julia Carlson

2:30.98

2019

800m Outdoor

Darby Kellogg

2:26.13

2018

1500m

Ava Gatto

5:21.70

2023

Full Mile

Jodilyn Jenkins

5:35.59

2020

3000m

Jodilyn Jenkins

11:22.85

2020

3000m Steeplechase

Sarah Waraniak

12:21.38

2016

5000m Indoor

Jodilyn Jenkins

19:45.94

2020

5000m Outdoor

Aubrey Meindertsma

19:22.40

2021 

5K XC

Jodilyn Jenkins

19:24.8

2020

6K XC

Michele Verellen

23:57.0

2010

Half Marathon

Michele Verellen

1:30:52

2010

Marathon

Aubrey Meindertsma

3:14:22

2021

4x100m Relay

 

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4x200m Relay

Karnahan, Carlson, Maxson, Mcmillan

1:54.02

2019

4x400m Relay

McMillan, Nurenburg, Kernahan, Carlson

4:21.59

2019

4x800m Relay

Hughes, Bowen, Allen, Gatto

10:50.56

2023

Sprint Medley Relay

McMillan, Maxson, Kernahan, Carlson

4:39.75

2019

Distance Medley Relay

 

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Long Jump

Julia Carlson

4.14m

2019

High Jump

Alyssa Hussey

1.20m

2022

Shot Put

 

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Discus

 

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FAQs

How do I join the Cross Country and Track club?

To join, please fill out the club sports waiver form found here and request to join on Lakerlink.  Once you have joined lakerlink you will be added to the club's email list.

Do I need to be at every practice in order to be a part of this club? 

No. Although we encourage all of our members to attend practices as much as possible, we understand that educational or work-related events may interfere with your attendance. There are no penalties for missing practices.

Do I have to participate in competitions/races? 

No. While we do attend various meets throughout the year club members are not required to compete in order to be a member. For those that are interested in racing, we do offer training plans and weekly workouts to help you accomplish personal goals. If racing and workouts are not for you, no worries! 

Are there dues to be a member of the club?

Yes. There are dues which are currently $90 for the academic year or $65 for one semester. This comes with a club T-shirt, race singlet, and entry to any track meets hosted by GVSU, as well as access to a network of runners and a series of social events. If you do not wish to compete and don't want the singlet or are a returning member who already has a singlet, dues are reduced by $15



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