NVXC Summer Running

NVXC

NVXC Summer Running

NVXC

Camp
Camp

“Working with those guys everyday,

it gets to be a brotherhood. You
don’t want to let them down. You
don’t want to let yourself down.”
—Jimmy Riddle, 2006 All-State
Cross Country runner
(Played soccer in junior high)

“It was something I did to get in

shape [for soccer]. It ended up do-
ing a lot more for me, though. I “I didn’t want to do it. But I did.
learned just how effort was in me, And every day it made a differ-
and it’s a lot more than when I ence.”

T
started.” —Chris Derrick, 2006/07 All-State he extraordinary resides within the individ-
—Paul Box, Varsity Athlete Cross Country runner ual, waiting to be called forth. Whether your
(Attended NVXC camp three years) (Played basketball in junior high)
ambition is to run for Neuqua’s Cross Coun-
try Team or simply to develop the body and
mind of a great competitor, the power to achieve your
goals is within your reach.
“The next time you hear yourself say, “I can’t do that,” instead
ask yourself the question, “What would happen if I could?” The
reply will be inevitably rewarding.”—Coach Vandersteen Here’s how...
 NVXC Summer Running
NVXC
Camp
“Nothing Great Ever Happens Without Enthusiasm.”
—Ralph Waldo Emerson
I
t all comes down to one decision. Every game, every
race tests you the same way, with a moment when
your fatigue threatens your competitive will. Your
outcome is forged in that moment’s decision.
At the NVXC Summer Running Camp, we prepare you for
that moment. We help you train your body, your mind, and
your will to outpace, outthink, and outdistance your oppo-
nents. But more importantly, we help you develop the per-
son who faces that crucial decision.
What’s the Program?
T
he NVXC Summer Run-
ning Camp helps all ath-
letes develop cardiovascu-
lar conditioning through a
cross country training regimen.
Whether you are a veteran athlete or
new to your sport, we work with you
to help increase your endurance, im-
part basic running strategies, and help
you grow as a student of competition.
We meet three mornings a week at
Knoch Knolls Park in Naperville from
June 9 through July 26. Workouts
usually last from 7:15 until 9:30 A.M.
The cost is $125.00. Athletes from all
sports are welcome; the benefits of
this type of training are tremendous.
NVXC Summer Running
NVXC
Camp
F.A.Q.
Who runs the camp?
Head Cross Country Coach Paul Vandersteen is assisted by six
coaches (James Janota, Steve Saul, Jim Dickerson, Chris Rohde,
Mike Rossi, and Scott Todnem), each of whom works with different
athletes with different levels of skill and development.
Do you need any ex-
perience in running?
We work with athletes of
all ages, from 6th to 12th
grade. Even if you’ve
never run before, we will
help you set and achieve
personal goals. 5 of the 7
varsity athletes on the 2007
state champion team did not run cross country until high school.
If all you do is run, why do you need a camp?
We do much, much more than just simple running. We train athletes
in endurance and speed, strategy and pacing through a variety of
workouts. We also teach athletes about such topics as shoe selection,
hydration, sleep routines, and competitive habits. There are also a
number of team building activities, like Ultimate Frisbee, that are
part of our culture.
Can you participate in the camp if you do not run Cross
Country?
Absolutely. Many of the athletes we work with are interested in con-
ditioning themselves for other fall or winter sports, such as soccer,
lacrosse, basketball, and baseball. It’s a great camp to increase en-
durance, stamina, and competitiveness.
How do I register?
You must register through Neuqua Valley High School. Registration
dates are May 7 and 14. Contact Glenda Stevens at 428-6849 or a
glenda_stevens@ipsd.org. For more information, visit
www.nvxc.net.