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Nike Cross Regional Southwest Championships in Arizona
On November 19th-21st, we will be traveling to the Nike Cross Regional Southwest Championships in Phoenix, AZ and racing as Vista Nation XC Club. This is an opportunity for all TEAM members that consistently train all summer/fall. It doesn't matter what level (Varsity/JV/Open) as long as they are committed to training through November.
This also an opportunity for our team to try and qualify for the Nike Cross Country National Championships in Portland, Oregon on December 5th. Top 5 individuals and Top 2 teams in the Championship division will automatically qualify to NXN.
Vista Nation XC NXN Qualifiers
2015- Boys TEAM Qualifier
2016- Girls TEAM Qualifier
2017- Boys/Girls TEAM Qualifer
2018- Boys/Girls TEAM Qualifer
2019- Boys TEAM Qualifier
2023- Girls TEAM Qualifer
2024- Girls TEAM Qualifier
Tentative Itinerary
Trip Waivers
Trip Eligibility
Every member of our TEAM is eligible to attend the NXRSW trip as a part of the Vista Nation XC Club when the following requirements are met:
Anticipated Cost: $300 (See Additional Cost Below)
FLIGHT OPTIONS
There is not an official designated “TEAM FLIGHT”. Families can find the flight option that best works for them. Talk to friends and share information with each other as you find reasonable flights. Please keep the following agenda items in mind when making travel arrangements:
Coaches Flights
The coaching staff will be on the following Southwest flights. This is not an official "team flight" however, if families feel more comfortable booking the same flight as the coaching staff they absolutely can! The coaches will also have min-vans to help provide transportation from the airport to any athletes traveling without a chaperone.
On November 19th-21st, we will be traveling to the Nike Cross Regional Southwest Championships in Phoenix, AZ and racing as Vista Nation XC Club. This is an opportunity for all TEAM members that consistently train all summer/fall. It doesn't matter what level (Varsity/JV/Open) as long as they are committed to training through November.
This also an opportunity for our team to try and qualify for the Nike Cross Country National Championships in Portland, Oregon on December 5th. Top 5 individuals and Top 2 teams in the Championship division will automatically qualify to NXN.
Vista Nation XC NXN Qualifiers
2015- Boys TEAM Qualifier
2016- Girls TEAM Qualifier
2017- Boys/Girls TEAM Qualifer
2018- Boys/Girls TEAM Qualifer
2019- Boys TEAM Qualifier
2023- Girls TEAM Qualifer
2024- Girls TEAM Qualifier
Tentative Itinerary
Trip Waivers
- NXR Waiver-Available in October (printed, signed, and brought to Coach Brandt in November)
- NXRSW Non DCSD Permission Form and Liability (printed, signed, and brought to Coach Brandt in November)
Trip Eligibility
Every member of our TEAM is eligible to attend the NXRSW trip as a part of the Vista Nation XC Club when the following requirements are met:
- Consistently train everyday with the team over the summer. Follow Final Surge and train on your own when you are out of town.
- Athletes are required to be in-town to train and race League Champs during the week of fall break (Oct 12th-17th). Please email the coaching staff if you have already scheduled Fall Break trips.
- Athletes continue to train and attend practice from League Championships Meet in October until the NXRSW Regional on November 21st.
- Athletes follow all team policies related to academics, sportsmanship, etc. during the season.
- If we are fortunate enough to have a team Auto-Qualify for NXN or place 3rd/4th and potentially receive an at-large we qualify for Nike Cross Nationals or receive an at-large-bid. Athletes that cannot be at these practices will not be eligible for the National Meet.
- Have a discussion with Coach Brandt and Coach Rouse about traveling to Arizona as part of Vista Nation XC Club before making any travel arrangements.
- Athletes age/grade and best 5K XC race times are not requirements to go on the trip. We will take anyone who meets the requirements above.
Anticipated Cost: $300 (See Additional Cost Below)
- Athlete Hotel Rooms
- Athlete Race Registration
- 2 Van rentals for Team Use
- Coaching Staff's Airfare and Hotel
- Team Dinner on Friday Night
FLIGHT OPTIONS
There is not an official designated “TEAM FLIGHT”. Families can find the flight option that best works for them. Talk to friends and share information with each other as you find reasonable flights. Please keep the following agenda items in mind when making travel arrangements:
- Team practice in Chandler, AZ at on Thursday, November 19th. Hotel keys will be handed out after the run.
- Most years we leave the race course on Saturday between 1 and 2 p.m. after the awards ceremony. Please plan accordingly when booking your flights.
Coaches Flights
The coaching staff will be on the following Southwest flights. This is not an official "team flight" however, if families feel more comfortable booking the same flight as the coaching staff they absolutely can! The coaches will also have min-vans to help provide transportation from the airport to any athletes traveling without a chaperone.
TEAM HOTEL The team will be staying here and rooms have already been saved for athletes. Information about the parent block of rooms will be linked below once available. There are also several hotels in this area if parents would like to stay somewhere else. We will be in the Chandler Fashion Center. There are many options close by for those wishing to use points or as reward members.
Parent Block - Special Rate (G-VSP6)
Athlete Rooming Assignments
Athletes competing at NXRSW as a part of Vista Nation are expected to stay with the TEAM. The coaching staff will coordinate rooming assignments, and will let athletes know who they are sharing a room with once we arrive in Arizona.
Nike Cross Nationals and Thanksgiving Break
Douglas County Schools will have the entire week off when we return from NXRSW. If we are fortunate to have a team qualify to NXN, all athletes that qualify are expected to be at practice each morning during the week.
I am Interested in the trip...what next?
Here are the steps that need to take place if you are interested in the trip.
Parent Chaperones
We are once again anticipating that there will be a lot of parents with us on the NXRSW trip. Our biggest need from parents on the trip is help with driving kids around. If you are planning on accompanying the team in AZ, and are willing to help drive during the trip in your rental car we always appreciate the help!
Parent Block - Special Rate (G-VSP6)
Athlete Rooming Assignments
Athletes competing at NXRSW as a part of Vista Nation are expected to stay with the TEAM. The coaching staff will coordinate rooming assignments, and will let athletes know who they are sharing a room with once we arrive in Arizona.
Nike Cross Nationals and Thanksgiving Break
Douglas County Schools will have the entire week off when we return from NXRSW. If we are fortunate to have a team qualify to NXN, all athletes that qualify are expected to be at practice each morning during the week.
I am Interested in the trip...what next?
Here are the steps that need to take place if you are interested in the trip.
- Understand the expectations (see above) to be eligible for the trip.
- If you can meet these expectations speak w/ Coach Brandt or Coach Rouse about the trip before making any plans to travel as a part of Vista Nation XC Club.
- Complete then NXR 2026 Questionnaire/Form
- Book your flights.
- Train hard all summer/fall and get ready to run fast in AZ!
Parent Chaperones
We are once again anticipating that there will be a lot of parents with us on the NXRSW trip. Our biggest need from parents on the trip is help with driving kids around. If you are planning on accompanying the team in AZ, and are willing to help drive during the trip in your rental car we always appreciate the help!
