Cross Country
SILVA VALLEY CROSS COUNTRY 2024
Is your child interested in joining Silva Valley’s cross country team? Please read the following information carefully.
Who can join?
All 3rd-5th grade students are welcome to join our team.
Who are the coaches?
The coaches are Cami Soetaert and Ann Cannedy, both Silva Valley teachers.
How long is the season?
Our season will begin with a practice on September 4th. There are 4 meets. Our last regular meet is on October 9. Championships(for qualifiers) are on October 16th.
What is the schedule?
The official schedule is attached and will be on the Silva Valley website. However, it is subject to change. We keep it updated and notify you via email if there are any changes.
Where and when are practices?
Practices are after school here at Silva Valley. We will run on and off-campus. Please be sure your child is wearing appropriate clothing and shoes and brings a full water bottle. Practices will end at 3:30 on Mondays and 2:30 on Wednesdays (which are early release days). As something new this year, we are considering offering some very short optional practices on Fridays.
How do I get to the meets?
THERE IS NO LONGER A BUS TO THE MEETS! The district is unable to provide transportation this year due to a bus driver shortage. Meets usually start at 3:30 or 4:00 and we like to meet our team there about 30 minutes before it starts.
Who gets to run in the finals?
We will announce the qualifiers for the County Finals after we receive the results of the 4th meet. Qualification is based on participation, race times, and placement.
Can I help?
We absolutely love and need fingerprinted volunteers! We enjoy running off campus during practices and we need parents to help runners keep up the pace and stay safe. Also, we will be hosting our first meet at here Silva Valley on September 18. We will need plenty of volunteers to help run a smooth meet.
How do I sign up?
Packets are available in the front office. Please sign all the forms and return the packet with the $45 donation to the front office. This donation is needed to help pay for transportation, T-shirts, league fees, etc. This is a unique program for our elementary schools and can not exist without these donations. Checks should be made payable to Silva Valley School.
In addition, a popsicle Sign-up Genius will be e-mailed out when the season begins.
Any questions? Feel free to e-mail Cami Soetaert csoetaert@buckeyeusd.org
2024 Silva Valley Cross Country Schedule
Please note that practice times vary due to early release and minimum days.
I will send out an email and update this schedule if there are any changes.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 - COMPLETE SPORTS PACKETS AND $45 DONATIONS DUE
Day and Date Time Location (school)
Mon, Sept 2 Labor Day - no practice
Wed, Sept 4 Practice 1:15 - 2:30 Silva Valley
Mon, Sept 9 Practice 2:15-3:30 Silva Valley
Wed, Sept 11 Practice 1:15 - 2:30 Silva Valley
Mon, Sept 16 Practice 2:15 - 3:30 Silva Valley
Wed, Sept 18 MEET 3:30 SILVA VALLEY
*MINIMUM DAYS due to conference week*
*Mon, Sept 23 Practice 12:15 - 1:30 Silva Valley
*Wed, Sept 25 MEET 3:30 BUCKEYE
Mon, Sept 30 Practice 2:15 - 3:30 Silva Valley
Wed, Oct 2 MEET 3:30 BLUE OAK
Mon, Oct 7 Practice 2:15 - 3:30 Silva Valley
Wed, Oct 9 MEET 4:00 LAKE FOREST
For Qualifying Finalists Only
Mon, Oct 14 NO PRACTICE - Staff Development
Wed, Oct 16 Championship Finals at El Dorado County Fairgrounds
??? End of Season Party for the whole team TBA