District 11 Meet Results

Our Individual Results and a link to the Overall Meet Results are now posted on the right side of the blog under Results, for today's 1st meet of the year, the District 11 or ABC Early Bird Meet.

The race portion of our season got under way this morning at Anoka High School on what will be the Section Meet course, as we competed against the other 4 members of the Anoka-Hennepin School District!  Lachlan got things off to a positive start for the Cardinals as he was the highest placer for both the Boys and the Girls with a solid 3rd place overall out of 114 boys racing!!  Ruby was the top Girl for the Cards with an equally solid placing of 4th out of 71 girls racing!!  Other top finishers for the Boys, who were 5th out of the 5 teams, went to Owen in 17th, Marco in 21st, and Kjell in 23rd.  For the Girls, who finished in 4th of 5 teams, other top finishers were Lily in 21st, Kendall in 22nd, Emmy in 27th, Mackenzie in 28th and Emily in 29th.  There were also 9 total PR's (Personal Records) of the 34 Cardinal Runners today!

Next up is the Bauman/Rovn Invite at Gail Woods near Minnetrista on Thursday, Sep. 5th (more details next week).  Also, a reminder that practice tomorrow, Friday, August 30th, is at 8:00am at CRHS, and that our practice on Monday, September 2nd will be at 6:30pm at CRHS.

Thanks to all of those that were able to come out and watch this morning!! 

Denny

August 26 Update

Please enter through door 16 and go downstairs to the equipment room area. Meet at 2:30, for uni’s, locks/lockers and then some lifting.

Thanks

Denny

Monday, August 26

The word coming from the AD this morning is that all afternoon outdoor activities will be cancelled due to the weather. With this, the all sports meeting would be cancelled as well. However, we are still going to be getting our uniforms and plan to be in the weight room, since it has A/C. 

Once I hear official word, I will let everyone know, but wanted to get the word out that we will still be meeting. Thanks!!

Week Ahead - August 26

Below are the locations for our practices this week as well as the basic info for our first meet on Thursday.  Please note that we are watching the weather for Monday and will adjust the workout accordingly if the temps and dew points are too high and dangerous.  But, we will still meet on Monday. Principal Pena is wanting to meet with all of the teams at 2:20 in the Field House, and then we will be handing out uniforms after that.  If there is someone that is not able to be there for uniform hand out, please let me know so we can set up a plan to make sure you get your uniform.

Monday: Meet at CRHS Field House at 2:20; Uniform Hand Out at 2:30; Weight Training to follow; 3:15ish meet at the west end of the Tennis Courts.

Tuesday: Meet at CRHS Weight Room at 2:30; Meet at west end of Tennis Courts at 3:15.

Wednesday: Meet at CRHS Weight Room at 2:30; Meet at west end of Tennis Courts at 3:15.

Thursday: District 11 Meet - Bus leaves at 7:00am, Boys race at 8:30, Girls race at 9:15.

Friday: Meet at CRHS west end of Tennis Courts at 8:00am.

Also note, we will meet at 6:30pm on Monday, September 2nd for practice, location TBD, to allow those heading out of town for the weekend the opportunity to get home without rushing.

Any questions, please let me know,

Thanks

Denny

Time Trial Results

Thanks again for all of those that were able to make it out to the Time Trial tonight! The weather was very pleasant and there was a great turn out from our Alumni!!   The results are now posted on the right side of the blog.

Friday practice is at 8:00am at Bunker Golf Course, Parking Lot 1 and then our next practice will be on Monday at 2:20, meet at the High School Field House for a message from Principal Pena and then handing out our uniforms.

Any questions, please let me know.

Thanks,
Denny

Times and Locations for the Week of August 19, 2024

Here are the times and locations for our practices this week.  Expect practices to be about an hour and a half long.  We are trying to do most of our practices away from the school, since once school starts we are more restricted to the areas around the high school.  Also note that the team time trial is this coming Thursday (open to alumni to compete in as well!!).  We will have the Boys start at 6:00 and the Girls around 6:30.  We would also like to have a quick parent meeting at 5:45 for an introduction and to be able to answer any questions.  Here also is the address for Riverview Park (Parking is on the south side of 105th, we meet on the north side):

2420 105th Ave NW

Monday: 3:15, Bunker Golf Course, Parking Lot 1

Tuesday: 3:15, Bunker Golf Course, Parking Lot 1
Wednesday: 3:15, Riverview Park, North side of 105th Ave N

Thursday: 5:15, (Time Trial starts at 6:00pm) Riverview Park, North side of 105th Ave N

Friday: 8:00am, Bunker Golf Course, Parking Lot 1

Saturday: TBD (Time and Location, or On their own)

Thanks,
Denny

Team Apparel

From Cole in regards to team apparel:

Apparel is open until midnight next Sunday (the 25th), so we have a week and a half to place orders. Also, it's important to note that you must click into an item to see all the color offerings. Most items are available in more than just the color displayed on the home page: 

https://coonrapidsxc24.itemorder.com/shop/product/42521039/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEqPvhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHfjPibWxlPH8MOEsrRv7vzIdARdjcZGC3_tcJf_7-zjH2BJ2SUcPCnIqUA_aem_RkM3QauQNI_KplhQBbv_fg

Pasta Parties

The long tradition of Pasta Parties the night before our meets is a great way for the runners to bond but also a great way for our parents to see what a great group of student/athletes these runners are!  We have started putting together this years schedule and there a few of the dates on the schedule that are filled by families that would like to host, but we would like to try and get as many of them filled as possible.  There are a few parents who have done this in the past that can definitely give more details as to what goes into these gatherings, so don't feel you can't do one since you haven't in the past.  Also, unless you are wanting to, there will be separate Girls and Boys gatherings.  If you would like to host one of the openings, please let me know and I will put down your name and keep it under the Pasta Party Schedule on the right side of the blog. 

Thanks!
Denny

Tuesday Evening Practice

We were notified late this morning that we will not be able to practice on Tuesday evening, August 13th. Any questions, let me know. Thanks, Denny

First Day and Week of Practice!!

The first day of the season is here and we will be getting things going Monday morning at the CR Dam, meeting at the picnic tables by the Visitor Center.  The weather this first week looks very positive and should be good for the training we would like to get the runners.

Here are the times and locations, though, for the first week of practice.  I will be giving out a more detailed schedule as well as other information to the runners after the first practice Monday.  Evening practices will have a different focus, mainly recovery, weight training, and a little more fun.  We understand if not everyone can make these practices due to family obligations, but they are still important practices.

Also, please remember that runners need to be signed up before they can come to practices!  The final day to sign up to be legal for Varsity at Sections is Monday, September 2nd and the last day to sign up for the season in general will be Friday, September 6th.  If there are any questions, please let me know.  

If you have any questions, please let me know,

Thanks
Denny

*Any changes will be posted:

Monday, Aug 12

All - 8:00am, CR Dam Visitor Center

All - 6:00pm, CRHS

Tuesday, Aug 13

All - 8:00am, Bunker Golf Course, Parking Lot 1

All - 6:00pm, CRHS

Wednesday, Aug 14

All - 8:00am, CR Dam Visitor Center

All - 6:00pm, CRHS

Thursday, Aug 15

All - 8:00am, CR Dam Visitor Center

All - 6:00pm, CRHS

Friday, Aug 16

All - 8:00am, CRHS

Time Schedule First 3 Weeks

Below are the times for the first 3 weeks of practice. Locations will be posted the weekend before the week begins. 

Practice schedule for the first 3 weeks: Week 1 is 8am Mon-Fri, 6pm Mon-Thur. Week 2 and 3 we will be at 3:15 Mon-Wed, 8am Fri. Thursday the 22nd is the time trial at Riverview at 6:00pm; Thursday the 29th is the first race at Anoka at 8:30am.

Thanks

Denny

2024 Registration is Open

Registration for the upcoming season is currently open. All of the details are below. Please make sure you are getting this taken care of soon in case there are any issues.  Also, please make sure all physicals are up to date or you will not be able to sign up.  

Coaches & Advisors fall sports and activities registration is now open. Reminder that all athletes and participants must be registered before they can participate in the official season. Coaches please encourage your athletes to check their physical now and apply for free/reduced lunch status to ensure no delays. If any students are struggling with registration or payments please have them email me. Email is the easiest and quickest way for parents and students to get their questions answered. Thank you!

SPORTS/ACTIVITIES 

REGISTRATION

                    1.Login to AHConnect (Guardian Login)

2. Click on the My Student Info Icon

3.Click the Fees Tab

4.Click Pay for Meals/Activities

5. Click view items next to Coon Rapids High School Athletics & Activities

6. Add the sport/activity you are signing up for to your cart

7.Checkout & Pay

*If you do not see any sports listed then the school needs a new sports physical for the the Athlete

Important Information

• IF YOU DON’T KNOW YOUR LOGIN INFO CALL 763-506-HELP or Email 506Help@ahschools.us

• Registration is online. You can register online with a computer or phone!

• The ParentVue app is available and able to be used for registration

• If you don’t have a computer the Activities Office will provide one for you.

• Free and Reduced lunch are two different things. Free lunch=Free activities; Reduced lunch=activity price cut in half. The prices will appear to be the full amount until you put the item in your cart.

• Please register early to avoid delaying student’s participation.

• To register, every student needs to have an up to date sports physical. If the student’s physical is going to expire during the season you won’t be able to register. Bring physicals to the Activities Office or email them to Elyse.George@ahschools.us. When the office receives the physical you will be able to register online.

• If you need payment help contact Ms.George in the Activities Office

Technical Assistance: 763-506-4357

Activities Office: 763-506-7307

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