Mission Viejo Cross Country
TEAM Standards
Our standards are simple: show up, give your best, support your teammates, and represent Mission Viejo with pride — on and off the course.
XC Tryouts
Tryouts for incoming freshmen, newcomers, and returners will take place on Friday, June 21 at 8:00 AM on the track (if available). The session will wrap up by 10:00 AM.
Before you show up, make sure you’re athletically cleared! — no exceptions. You can download the Athletic Clearance instructions.
We’re building a competitive, committed, and team-first program. To keep our culture strong, roster spots will be limited to athletes who meet both our performance standards and our team values: attitude, effort, and coachability.
Freshman and Newcomer Standards:
- Must complete 1.5 miles ideally in 10:45 (boys), xx:xx (girls) or faster.
(Freshman and newcomer selections are based on more than just time. We’re looking at mindset, motivation, and how coachable you are).
👟Sign Up and get your starter training plan to be prepared!
Returners Time Standards
- 2nd year: Must run 1.5 miles in 9:15 (boys) or xx:xxfaster
- 3rd and 4th year: Must run 1.5 miles in 8:15 (boys), xx:xx (girls) or faster.
👉 Coaches reserve the right to make final decisions based on the full picture, including work ethic, integrity, and team citizenship. Not just performance times.
Can’t make June 21? Let us know in advance, and we’ll work with you to arrange an alternate tryout date.
Girls coach: Mayra.Medina@svusd.org
Boys coach: Robert.Belo@svusd.org
Get Started
It's Never Too Late or Too Early to Get Started
No experience required! All you need is a positive attitude, consistent effort, and a willingness to be coached. If you're ready to grow, compete, and be part of something bigger than yourself, cross country is for you. We'll help you with the rest.