Junior Olympic Cross Country

Cross country dates back to the turn of the 20th century as an Olympic Sport when it was contested as a team and individual event at the 1904, 1912, 1920 and 1924 Summer Games. The Olympic spirit is still alive in the sport today as thousands of youth athletes compete throughout the fall in USATF's Junior Olympic Cross Country program.

The Junior Olympic Cross Country program culminates each December when more than 3,000 youth cross country runners hit the course to compete in the USATF National Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships. Entry for the national championship is based on athlete performances at preliminary, Association, and Regional levels.

Cross Country

Get involved! Complete these easy steps to sign up for Junior Olympic Cross Country:

1. Register or renew your USATF individual membership.
2. Select your Association from the drop-down menu below. Information about entry fees, deadlines, and meet logistics will be provided on your Association's website.
3. Submit the "Junior Olympic Cross Country Program Event Entry Advancement Form" provided by the first level of competition in your Association.

Find your local meet

Past Junior Olympic Cross Country Results

• 2007
• 2006
• 2005
• 2004
• 2003
• 2002
• 2001