In an effort to professionalize track and field and cross country coaching in the Greater Knoxville area, a number of experienced coaches have written primers on various aspects of high school athletics coaching. We are calling this project “Coaching High School Cross Country and Track and Field Successfully.” Below are links to a number of pages, listed by topic.

Training High School Distance Runners

Nutrition and Mental Preparation for Distance Runners

Travel Planning for Cross Country and Track Teams

Administrative Tips for New Coaches

Camps, Retreats, and Day Trips