About GC Cross Country

Head Coach

Brian Patton
Phone: (618) 664-6627
Email: brian.patton
Address:
Greenville College
315 East College Avenue
PO Box 159
Greenville, IL 62246-0159

Season

Starts the end of August and concludes the middle of November.
Meets:
Average of 7-8 meets per season with the opportunity for post-season experience in either the NCCAA or NCAA.
Practices:
Practice sessions last 2 hours a day after daily classes.

Facilities

The Panthers practice facilities include an all-weather track. Our Sports Training Annex provides numerous opportunities for advanced training. It houses over 6,000 pounds of free weights and 23 weight machines as well as hot tubs, rehabilitation facilties, and an indoor pool.

Eligibility

The student athlete must meet NCAA eligibility rules. (For answers to questions concerning eligibility contact the coach directly.)

Education

Members of the Greenville College Cross Country and Track teams are men and women first, students second, and athletes third. Our goal incorporates excellence in the classroom in addition to performance in the field. Faculty understand and support our dedication to educational athletics and partner with us to provide each student the best of both worlds. Student-athletes will not miss class for practice, but will incur minimal absences due to competition and travel.

Affiliations

NCAA Division III
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC)
National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Scholarship

NCAA Division III institutions have non-scholarship athletic programs. There are academic and leadership scholarships, as well as other financial aid available to all students, including a work-study program.

If you have had the experience of playing High School or Junior College cross country and want to get involved with a very challenging and rewarding experience, Greenville is for you.