NXR 2025 Information

September 12, Email 

Dear Parents,

I’m excited to share a great race opportunity that Armstrong runners have enjoyed over the years. Please note: this event is not affiliated with Armstrong High School or the Armstrong Cross Country Team. If your runner is currently on the Armstrong team, that commitment should remain their top priority.

That said, the Nike Cross Regionals – Heartland (NXR) meet is a fun, flexible, and optional race. It’s open to a wide range of runners and can be as relaxed or competitive as each athlete wants it to be. The event features several open races for boys and girls, as well as a Championship race for both boys and girls.

Event Details

• What: Nike Cross Regionals – Heartland (NXR)

• Who: Any Falcon runner — not limited to current cross country athletes

• When: Saturday, November 8 – Sunday, November 9

• Where: Sioux Falls, South Dakota

• Event Website: Nike Cross Regionals – Heartland

Coordinators: Liz Senne and I will be coordinating both the boys’ and girls’ teams. Please feel free to share this information with others who may be interested!

Trip Itinerary

Saturday, November 8:

• Meet at Armstrong High School at 7:30 AM

• Caravan to Sioux Falls (with stops in Jordan at the Candy Store and lunch in Worthington)

• Visit the race course for course walk/run and merchandise shopping

• Check into hotel

• Group dinner (ideally at a pasta restaurant)

Sunday, November 9:

• Arrive early at the course for warm-ups and races

• Boys’ and girls’ races (timed close together for efficient scheduling)

• Drive back to AHS after the races (estimated return: ~6:00 PM)

Cost Estimate

• Approximately $60, which covers race entry and hotel

• Runners should also bring money for:

  • Meals (Saturday lunch/dinner and Sunday breakfast/lunch)

  • Race singlet (if needed):

    • Boys: Blue Falcons Flyer singlet with shorts

    • Girls: Red singlet

Optional purchases: Candy Store items and NXR merchandise.

Transportation & Supervision

As this is not a school-sponsored event, there will be no official chaperones provided. Each runner must be connected with a parent or responsible adult who can provide transportation and supervision.

I will be attending and can help coordinate and drive a group of runners. Once we have a list of interested participants, we’ll work to match up drivers and finalize logistics.

Interested?

If your runner is interested in attending, please complete this Google Form. A non-refundable deposit of $60 and a completed NXR Participant Waiver are required to reserve your spot.  Once we have a list of attendees, we’ll send out a group message to coordinate specific details.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity!

Kind regards,

Lindsey Breker & Liz Senne

763-248-9442

(Feel free to call/text/email with any questions!)