Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program

Greenville, South Carolina

DATE:: Sunday, August 16, 2026
TIME:: 2:00 PM UTC
LOCATION:: Greenville, South Carolina
PRICE:: Free

📍Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program - Greenville, South Carolina

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<h5><strong>Upstate Running Club Youth Cross Country Team – Fall 2026</strong></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">The Upstate Running Club Youth Team is excited to announce its Fall Cross Country Season for athletes ages 7–14.</span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">This developmental and competitive program will meet twice each week and provide athletes with opportunities to compete in local, regional, and future national-level competitions. The program has been established as a FREE service for area youth athletes who are committed to pursuing personal growth through consistent training, teamwork, and competition. </span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">The Upstate Running Club proudly supports more than 100 youth athletes each year through seasonal training programs. Each season includes structured practices, local and regional competitions, and team-building activities designed to develop both athletic ability and personal character.</span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Our mission is to equip young athletes with the tools needed to succeed at the next level of competition while fostering confidence, resilience, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.</span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Coaching & Program Staff</strong></span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Victoria Hammersmith</span></strong></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 );font-weight:bold"> <h5><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Matthew Hammersmith</span></strong></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 );font-weight:bold"> <h5><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Bruce Jennings</span></strong></h5> </li></ul> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Together, our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels.</span></h5> <h5> </h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Team Eligibility Standards</strong></span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">To ensure athletes are prepared for the demands of training and competition, participants must meet the following minimum fitness standards:</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Boys 9 & Under</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1 Mile: Under 8:00</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Girls 9 & Under</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1 Mile: Under 8:20</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Boys 11 & Under</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1 Mile: Under 7:30</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Girls 11 & Under</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1 Mile: Under 7:30</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Boys & Girls 13 & Under</span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">1 Mile: Under 7:15</span></h5> </li></ul> </li></ul> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )"><em>Athletes who are unable to meet the minimum team standards are not be eligible to participate in team practices or competitions.</em></span></h5> <h5> </h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Team Schedule</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Season Dates: August 15 – November 28, 2026</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Location: Lakewood Nature Preserve: 220 Lakewood Drive Greenville, SC 29607</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Time: </span></h5> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Sundays at 3:00 PM</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"></span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Wednesdays at 5:00 PM</span></h5> </li></ul> </li></ul> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Additional weekly practice information and the complete competition schedule will be distributed on the first day of the season.</span></h5> <h5> </h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Team Gear & Race Package </strong></span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 186 , 55 , 42 )"><em>(Must select at least one during registration)</em></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Warm Up / Practice Gear: $50</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Singlet</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Short</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Competitive Package: $100</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Singlet</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Practice Short</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Long Sleeve</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Competitive Racing Singlet</span></h5> </li></ul> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Footlocker Warm up: $75</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Post Season Footlocker and AAU Competitions</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Hoodie</span></h5> </li><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Warm Up Jogger</span></h5> </li></ul> </li></ul> <h5> </h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Program Includes</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Team training and coaching</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Team gear package</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race entry for Hay Bale Hustle</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Footlocker Championships (Saturday after Thanksgiving at McAlpine Park)</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">AAU Region Championship Entry (AAU Membership Required)</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">USATF Region Championship</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Team socials and developmental activities</span></h5> </li></ul> <h5> </h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 123 , 131 , 4 )"><strong>Contact Information</strong></span></h5> <ul><li> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Coach Victoria Hammersmith</span></h5> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">VictoriaVVoronko@gmail.com</span></h5> </li></ul>

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Greenville, SC

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About Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program

Upstate Running Club Youth Cross Country Team – Fall 2026

The Upstate Running Club Youth Team is excited to announce its Fall Cross Country Season for athletes ages 7–14.

This developmental and competitive program will meet twice each week and provide athletes with opportunities to compete in local, regional, and future national-level competitions. The program has been established as a FREE service for area youth athletes who are committed to pursuing personal growth through consistent training, teamwork, and competition. The Upstate Running Club proudly supports more than 100 youth athletes each year through seasonal training programs. Each season includes structured practices, local and regional competitions, and team-building activities designed to develop both athletic ability and personal character.

Our mission is to equip young athletes with the tools needed to succeed at the next level of competition while fostering confidence, resilience, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.

Coaching & Program Staff

Victoria Hammersmith
Matthew Hammersmith
Bruce Jennings

Together, our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels.

Team Eligibility Standards

To ensure athletes are prepared for the demands of training and competition, participants must meet the following minimum fitness standards:

Boys 9 & Under
- 1 Mile: Under 8:00
Girls 9 & Under
- 1 Mile: Under 8:20
Boys 11 & Under
- 1 Mile: Under 7:30
Girls 11 & Under
- 1 Mile: Under 7:30
Boys & Girls 13 & Under
- 1 Mile: Under 7:15

Athletes who are unable to meet the minimum team standards are not be eligible to participate in team practices or competitions.

Team Schedule

Season Dates: August 15 – November 28, 2026
Practice Location: Lakewood Nature Preserve: 220 Lakewood Drive Greenville, SC 29607
Practice Time:
- Sundays at 3:00 PM
- Wednesdays at 5:00 PM

Additional weekly practice information and the complete competition schedule will be distributed on the first day of the season.

Team Gear & Race Package

(Must select at least one during registration)

Warm Up / Practice Gear: $50
- Practice Singlet
- Practice Short
Competitive Package: $100
- Practice Singlet
- Practice Short
- Long Sleeve
- Competitive Racing Singlet
Footlocker Warm up: $75
- Post Season Footlocker and AAU Competitions
- Hoodie
- Warm Up Jogger

Program Includes

Team training and coaching
Team gear package
Race entry for Hay Bale Hustle
Footlocker Championships (Saturday after Thanksgiving at McAlpine Park)
AAU Region Championship Entry (AAU Membership Required)
USATF Region Championship
Team socials and developmental activities

Contact Information

Coach Victoria Hammersmith
VictoriaVVoronko@gmail.com

Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC ProgramUpstate Running Club Youth Cross Country Team – Fall 2026 The Upstate Running Club Youth Team is excited to announce its Fall Cross Country Season for athletes ages 7–14. This developmental and competitive program will meet twice each week and provide athletes with opportunities to compete in local, regional, and future national-level competitions. The program has been established as a FREE service for area youth athletes who are committed to pursuing personal growth through consistent training, teamwork, and competition. The Upstate Running Club proudly supports more than 100 youth athletes each year through seasonal training programs. Each season includes structured practices, local and regional competitions, and team-building activities designed to develop both athletic ability and personal character. Our mission is to equip young athletes with the tools needed to succeed at the next level of competition while fostering confidence, resilience, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits. Coaching & Program Staff Victoria Hammersmith Matthew Hammersmith Bruce Jennings Together, our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels. Team Eligibility Standards To ensure athletes are prepared for the demands of training and competition, participants must meet the following minimum fitness standards: Boys 9 & Under 1 Mile: Under 8:00 Girls 9 & Under 1 Mile: Under 8:20 Boys 11 & Under 1 Mile: Under 7:30 Girls 11 & Under 1 Mile: Under 7:30 Boys & Girls 13 & Under 1 Mile: Under 7:15 Athletes who are unable to meet the minimum team standards are not be eligible to participate in team practices or competitions. Team Schedule Season Dates: August 15 – November 28, 2026 Practice Location: Lakewood Nature Preserve: 220 Lakewood Drive Greenville, SC 29607 Practice Time: Sundays at 3:00 PM Wednesdays at 5:00 PM Additional weekly practice information and the complete competition schedule will be distributed on the first day of the season. Team Gear & Race Package (Must select at least one during registration) Warm Up / Practice Gear: $50 Practice Singlet Practice Short Competitive Package: $100 Practice Singlet Practice Short Long Sleeve Competitive Racing Singlet Footlocker Warm up: $75 Post Season Footlocker and AAU Competitions Hoodie Warm Up Jogger Program Includes Team training and coaching Team gear package Race entry for Hay Bale Hustle Footlocker Championships (Saturday after Thanksgiving at McAlpine Park) AAU Region Championship Entry (AAU Membership Required) USATF Region Championship Team socials and developmental activities Contact Information Coach Victoria Hammersmith VictoriaVVoronko@gmail.com

Greenville, SC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 1 race distance available for Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program in Greenville, SC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Fall XC Season

Start Time: 2:00 PM UTC
Registration Fee: $0.00

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About Upstate Running Club Youth Team - Fall XC Program

Upstate Running Club Youth Cross Country Team – Fall 2026

The Upstate Running Club Youth Team is excited to announce its Fall Cross Country Season for athletes ages 7–14.

Our mission is to equip young athletes with the tools needed to succeed at the next level of competition while fostering confidence, resilience, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.

Coaching & Program Staff

Victoria Hammersmith

Matthew Hammersmith

Bruce Jennings

Together, our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels.

Team Eligibility Standards

To ensure athletes are prepared for the demands of training and competition, participants must meet the following minimum fitness standards:

Boys 9 & Under

1 Mile: Under 8:00

Girls 9 & Under

1 Mile: Under 8:20

Boys 11 & Under

1 Mile: Under 7:30

Girls 11 & Under

1 Mile: Under 7:30

Boys & Girls 13 & Under

1 Mile: Under 7:15

Athletes who are unable to meet the minimum team standards are not be eligible to participate in team practices or competitions.

Team Schedule

Season Dates: August 15 – November 28, 2026

Practice Location: Lakewood Nature Preserve: 220 Lakewood Drive Greenville, SC 29607

Practice Time:

Sundays at 3:00 PM

Wednesdays at 5:00 PM

Additional weekly practice information and the complete competition schedule will be distributed on the first day of the season.

Team Gear & Race Package

(Must select at least one during registration)

Warm Up / Practice Gear: $50

Practice Singlet

Practice Short

Competitive Package: $100

Practice Singlet

Practice Short

Long Sleeve

Competitive Racing Singlet

Footlocker Warm up: $75

Post Season Footlocker and AAU Competitions

Hoodie

Warm Up Jogger

Program Includes

Team training and coaching

Team gear package

Race entry for Hay Bale Hustle

Footlocker Championships (Saturday after Thanksgiving at McAlpine Park)

AAU Region Championship Entry (AAU Membership Required)

USATF Region Championship

Team socials and developmental activities

Contact Information

Coach Victoria Hammersmith

VictoriaVVoronko@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions about Fall XC Season

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Hay Bale Hustle 3k

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