top of page
Holly = We are racing
Dear Parents and Athletes, We are planning to race tomorrow. If conditions get unsafe, we will make a determination at that time. Remember, if you are not riding the bus, please fill out the Absence Form asap. Thanks Saturday September 19th = Holly Invitational @ Springfield Oaks County Park(Directions) LINE UP(RACE TIMES) Meet Info Sheet Bus from the front of the High School at 9:15 a.m.; bus is TAKE and DROP. If riding with a parent, please arrive 1:30 minutes before r
Matthew Gutteridge
1 day ago1 min read
Hartland XC Week 6 MID Week Update
Dear runners and athletes, We had a great day Tuesday despite the muggy weather. There were many great efforts, and we are showing improvement. Please see pictures and results below. HOLLY INVITE UPDATE = I am watching the weather. There may be a chance that I choose not to race our teams this weekend. The course turns into a mud pit when it rains. If I choose not to race, it will be for the safety of the athletes. I will make a call by 8 am Saturday morning. I apolog
Matthew Gutteridge
2 days ago2 min read


Hartland XC Update Week 6(9/14-9/20)
Dear Athletes and Parents, Please take a moment to read this week's update Hartland XC Update Week 6(9/14-9/20) Monday, September 14th = Weight room 2:30, Practice 3:30 pm-4:45 pm West Lot. Athletes need to have water and a watch at every practice. Xander's Pasta Party Flyer, Directions Tuesday September 15th = Salem @ Hartland You must dress up Please be at the course by: Girls 2:45 pm, Boys 3:15 pm Boys race(All) = 4:00pm Girls race(All) = 4:45pm Home Meet Info Matt Gu
Matthew Gutteridge
6 days ago1 min read
Ramblin Rock/Team Fee/Spiritwear Fees
Dear Parents and Athletes, If I don't receive cash or a check for your team fee and spiritwear this weekend, I will load it into the Parent Portal on Monday. Thanks Friday, September 11th = Practice 1:45 pm-3:30 pm West Lot, Athletes need to have water and a watch at every practice. Saturday, September 12th = Ramblin' Rock Invite, Willow Metro Park, Chestnut Picnic Area(Directions) Meet Sheet = Race Assignment/Bus Sheet Bus Leaves @ 7:15 am from the STADIUM $10 park ent
Matthew Gutteridge
Sep 111 min read


Hartland XC Update Week 5(9/7-9/13)
Dear Athletes and Parents, I hope you are enjoying the long weekend. Please take a moment to read the Week 5 update. Hartland XC Update Week 5(9/7-9/13) Matt Gutteridge Hartland Boys and Girls Cross Country www.hartlandxc.com HARTLAND XC SEASON SCHEDULE ABSENCE FORM
Matthew Gutteridge
Sep 61 min read
Dietition/Milford Invite
Dear Parents and Athletes, We had a great presentation today from former runner and captain Phillip Szerlag, Registered Dietitian. He spoke about fluid intake, caloric intake, pre and post workout/race meals. Types of good fuels and answered questions. I have attached his slides below for your reference. Boys Slides Girls Slides ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thursday September 3rd = Milford Invite @ Kensington Me
Matthew Gutteridge
Sep 22 min read
Hartland XC Update Week 4(8/31-9/6)
Dear Parents and Athletes, PLEASE open the HARTLAND XC WEEK 4 UPDATE There is lots of information including: Pictures = Tuesday, September 1st (Team and Individual, Senior Banners) Dietitian and Pasta Party = Wednesday, September 2nd Milford Invite = September 3rd (Please fill out the ABSENCE FORM if you can't race) Matt Gutteridge Hartland Boys and Girls Cross Country www.hartlandxc.com HARTLAND XC SEASON SCHEDULE ABSENCE FORM
Matthew Gutteridge
Aug 301 min read
Hartland XC Update Week 3(8/24-8/30)/Garmin Watch Order
Good Morning, Athletes and Parents, Below is a link to a PDF version of the Week 3 Update. It was fantastic to see everyone on Friday night! We are off to a great start! Hartland Week 3 Update -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GARMIN ORDER We have an opportunity for anyone (athletes, parents, siblings, family members) to place an order for a Garmin watch at a significantly discounted price. Please see the Garmin Wat
Matthew Gutteridge
Aug 231 min read
Hartland XC Update Week 1(8/17-8/23)
Good Afternoon, Athletes and Parents, Below is a link to a PDF version of the Week 1 Update. We had a great first week. Please make sure athletes are eating, drinking water, and sleeping! Hartland XC Week 1 Update The Deadline to know who is racing at Under the Lights on Friday is Wednesday. If you are not racing, please fill out the ABSENCE FORM. Team store closes Wednesday, 8-26 night. Matt Gutteridge Hartland Boys and Girls Cross Country www.hartlandxc.com HARTLAND XC SE
Matthew Gutteridge
Aug 161 min read
Summer XC = Week 10(Last Week of Summer Practice/Camp Week)
Dear Runners and Parents, The first official day of practice is on August 17th. Starting with Sunday's email, I will pull all emails from FinalForms. Please make sure your email is up to date. Once the official season starts, please make sure you fill out the Absence Form if you will miss a practice. Parent Meeting Thanks to those who were able to make the parent meeting. I know life is busy, so if you weren't able to make it, please read through the parent meeting info
Matthew Gutteridge
Aug 112 min read
Summer XC = Week 9 (Parents' Meeting Wednesday, August 5th, 6 pm)
Dear Runners and Parents, We have one more week of summer practice before camp! We will have an informational parents' meeting on Wednesday, August 5th, at 6 pm at Creekside Elementary. This meeting will cover all aspects of the season. If your student-athlete plans on running this fall, please try to attend. At the meeting, you will be able to make payments toward some of the season costs. I will be collecting camp payments, team fees, uniform fees, and there will be some
Matthew Gutteridge
Aug 23 min read
Summer XC Update Week 8(2026) Lots of Forms
Dear Runners and Parents, It is crazy to think school starts in 3 1/2 weeks! Keep being consistent with your training to set yourself up for a successful season. DATE CHANGE: I need to move the parent meeting to Wednesday, August 5th @ 6 pm. Don't forget physical night is this week, Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 5:00p.m. – 7:30p.m. Hartland High School, Main Gym, COST: $25.00 CROSS COUNTRY CAMP Please check the SEASON CHECKLIST to see if you are registered. If you are not, ple
Matthew Gutteridge
Jul 263 min read
Summer XC Update Week 7(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, I hope everyone is finding a way to do a little training despite the air quality. We are watching it a nd will either confirm or cancel practice later or by 7:15 in the morning using the REMIND APP. I need to order shirts and plan for camp. If there is a camp Survey link next to your name on the SEASON CHECKLIST PLEASE fill it out. I need everyone to fill it out so I know if you are a YES, NO, MAYBE, or not joining the team. CROSS COUNTRY CAMP Pl
Matthew Gutteridge
Jul 193 min read
Summer XC Update Week 6(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, Cross-country camp is about a month away, so we need to start to finalize who is going to camp. This allows us to order shirts and start planning. Please check the Season Checklist. It will show if you have filled out the camp survey. If there is a Camp Survey Link next to your name, PLEASE fill it out. I need everyone to fill it out so I know if you are a YES, NO, MAYBE, or not joining the team. CROSS COUNTRY CAMP Please check the SEASON CHECK
Matthew Gutteridge
Jul 113 min read
Garmin Watch Order/Running Lab Summer Sale
Hello, Hartland XC team families! We hope that your summer is going well. We have an opportunity for anyone (athletes, parents, siblings, family members) to place an order for a Garmin watch at a significantly discounted price. Please see the Garmin Watch List for the styles and prices. You can also compare watches using Garmin's Website. If you are interested in ordering a watch, please fill out the Hartland XC 2026 GARMIN Order Form. Please fill it out once for each watch
Matthew Gutteridge
Jul 101 min read
Summer XC Update Week 5(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, I hope you all had a great 4th of July week!. We are ready to get back to running as a group. We have an opportunity to get some go training in before camp. Please plan physicals and get forms filled out. Wednesday, July 8th = THE PATTY SUE REDO = Run, Eat, Swim AGAIN: The Desilets Family has invited runners over to their house after the morning run for breakfast and swimming! 10348 Spring Grv. Brighton, MI 48114. The runners can go straight from
Matthew Gutteridge
Jul 53 min read
Summer XC Update Week 4(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, It's going to be hot this week! Please make sure you're hydrating all day, every day, so you are ready for your runs. Please bring lots of water to practice. Runs should be modified when necessary based on the heat. Be Smart, but consistent! Wednesday, July 1st = Run, Eat, Swim: The Desilets Family has invited runners over to their house after the morning run for breakfast and swimming! 10348 Spring Grv. Brighton, MI 48114. The runners can go stra
Matthew Gutteridge
Jun 283 min read
Summer XC = Week 3(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, I hope everyone had a great Father's Day weekend. Please take a moment to read all the info about the cross-country camp and registering for Final Forms. You will be added to the SEASON CHECKLIST once you register for camp or on Final Forms. Practice Opportunities Running Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with coaches = Epley 8 am Tuesday, Thursday = Boys/Girls Captains practice: Epley 8 am Tuesday, Thursday = Settlers Park 6 pm (All ages) Weight Room
Matthew Gutteridge
Jun 213 min read
Summer XC = Week 2(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, I hope everyone has had a good start to the summer. You are receiving this email because either you ran High School Cross Country last year, signed up to run this fall, or you ran cross country in 8th grade at Ore Creek. Please let me know if you would like to be removed from these emails. We had a great first week of summer cross-country training. Remember, please try to start being consistent with your running, even if you are not at practice.
Matthew Gutteridge
Jun 142 min read
Summer XC = Week 1(2026)
Dear Runners and Parents, I hope everyone has had a good start to the summer. You are receiving this email because you either ran High School Cross Country last year, signed up to run this fall, or you ran cross country in 8th grade at Ore Creek. Please let me know if you would like to be removed from these emails. Summer running starting Monday, June 8th: We will start our summer running program this Monday, June 8th. We run from Epley Park next to Village Elementary. Prac
Matthew Gutteridge
Jun 72 min read
bottom of page