Frank Mooney Invitational, 11/1/25

Live results 

Meet Site: 

Wrentham Developmental Center. The address is 131 Emerald Street, however the race course is located a little further down the road, in the large field at the intersection of Emerald Street and Shears St. This is across the street from the William A. Rice Recreation Area.

Bus time 7 AM

Race Schedule and Entries

9:00         10th grade boys race - Spence, Young

9:25         10th grade girls race

9:55         9th grade boys race - T. Conley, Doxopoulos, LeBaron, Ricci  

10:15       9th grade girls race - Andrus, Schoeffler

 
Meet Information:

• Weather forecast: partly cloudy, temperature around 50 degrees, W wind 10-20 mph 
• Numbers will be assigned to you specifically for this meet; these numbers have an RFID chip attached to the back side which interacts with a conductive mat at the finish line to record your time. The meet director has asked athletes who aren't racing NOT to wear their bib number if standing near the finish line; doing so can cause a false reading by the finish line mat. Also, don't crumple or fold your bib number. 
• Report to the starting line 10 minutes before the start of your race; the meet staff has been known in the past to start races a few minutes earlier than the posted schedule. You can complete your warmup at the starting line.
• If you're wearing a stopwatch while racing, putting your arm up to hit the button on the watch while crossing the finish line can cause the RFID chip to be blocked by your arm, and your finish might not be recorded. In other words, don't press the button on your watch when crossing the finish line.
• No one is to do their warmup or cool down among the buildings of the Wrentham Developmental Center, where patients are housed. Aside from the course itself, you can warmup and cool down on the ball fields across the street.
• Medals will be given to the top 40 finishers in each race.

Course Map:

• The course is fairly flat, with some roll in places. There are no long and/or steep hills. The course is almost entirely on grass. The 5k course is three loops. The 3k course ends after the second loop (yellow on this map). The 5k course repeats this second loop. Both the 3k and 5k share the same first loop, which is the circumference of the large field where the course is situated. The second and third loops have two incursions from the outer edge of the field into the middle. Typically there are large digital clocks at the mile and two mile marks. 

What to Bring:

• Uniform
• Everyday training shoes
• Racing shoes if you have them; this is a course for spikes, 1/4" or 3/8" elements
• Warmup clothes including a shirt
• Water bottles - filled

• Folding chair - important to have something to sit on other than the ground

• Blanket or sleeping bag - important as we won't be bringing the tent, while we won't be out in the open for that long you might want to have something to help stay warm when not warming up, racing, or cooling down

• Snacks for post-race (chocolate milk will be provided using proceeds from the Wayland XC Festival)

For Parents:

• The parking fee this year is $10 for each car.
• Dogs aren't allowed except for service animals.
• No grilling, cooking, or fires are allowed at the meet site. 
• Snacks are welcome, but due to allergy concerns the Athletic Director has asked that any snacks be individually wrapped and ideally have the ingredients written on the label. 
• We hope to return to WHS by around 12 noon.

Week 11 Training Plan - 10/27-11/2

Purdy calculator for use in interpolation of a goal time for the mile time trial

Happy Halloween 

This week features the Frank Mooney Invitational on Saturday at Wrentham Developmental Center.  This meet is for 9th graders (3k course) and JV runners (5k course) who meet the time standards. Those that aren't racing on Saturday will be doing a time trial, either on Wednesday (first choice date) or Friday (backup date). Ideally the time trial is done on a day with little to no wind, mild to cool temperatures, and no rain. There may not be such a day this week, if so we'll have to make do. If one of the fall sports teams is hosting a tournament game on the turf field we won't be able to do the time trial on the track that day. 

Like last week, there will also be a day off, this week on Thursday. 

For the remainder of the season, all athletes must wear a reflective vest when running off campus after school. A set of vests has been acquired for this purpose using funds raised from the Wayland XC Festival. Remember to return the vest at the end of practice. It must be folded neatly before being put away in one of the two "Pam's Run" drawstring bags that are used to store them. The vests don't need to be worn while running on campus, for example when running on the track.

Mon 10/27 - Warmup including BURPEES followed by a progressive medium run. The length of this week's run is the same as last week's PMR.

Group A: 36 minutes (12 minutes easy - 9 minutes 60% - 9 minutes 80% - 6 minutes easy)
Group B: 48 minutes (16 minutes easy - 12 minutes 60% - 12 minutes 80% - 8 minutes easy)
Group C: 60 minutes (20 minutes easy - 15 minutes 60% - 15 minutes 80% - 10 minutes easy)

Tue 10/28 - Warmup including CURTSIES followed by a short length run including run-throughs and bounding over cones

Group A: 24-28 minutes
Group B: 32-36 minutes
Group C: 32-36 minutes

Wed 10/29 - Warmup including BURPEES. Those that are racing on Saturday will then do a medium length run including timed repeats as follows:

those racing 3k on Saturday: 10 minute warmup, 2 sets of 3x400 meters with the first set at race pace and the second set 1-2 seconds per rep faster than race pace. 200 meter recovery jog after each repeat with 4-5 minutes recovery between sets. 10 minute cooldown.

those racing 5k on Saturday: 10 minute warmup, 2 sets of 4x400 meters with the first set at race pace and the second set at 1-2 seconds per rep faster than race pace. 200 meter recovery jog after each repeat with 4-5 minutes recovery between sets. 10 minute cooldown.

for those not racing on Saturday: 10 minute warmup, mile time trial on the track, 10-12 minute break, 4-5x200 at race pace with a 200 meter jog recovery, 10 minute easy jog cooldown. The time trial is in essence a race, so if you have a pair of racing shoes you should wear them.

Group A: 24-28 minutes
Group B: 32-36 minutes
Group C: 40-44 minutes

Thu 10/30 - off

Fri 10/31 - Warmup including CURTSIES followed by a short length run at an easy to moderate intensity. Two sets of short repeats on top of the aqueduct in the last 8-10 minutes of the run.

Group A: 24-28 minutes
Group B: 32-36 minutes
Group C: 40-44 minutes

Sat 11/1 - Frank Mooney Invitational. More information will be forthcoming in a subsequent post. 

Those not racing today should do a medium length run with the first two thirds of it being an extended "warmup" run at an easy effort. Then a mile on the track at race pace (not all out) followed by a 5 minute break and then 4-5x200 run at faster than race pace with 60-75 seconds recovery after each. Finally a 5 minute jog cooldown.

Sun 11/2 - off

DCL Championship Results, 10/24/25

Championship season got underway earlier today at Franklin Park in Boston, where the DCL Championship has been held for most of the 21st century. The layout of the courses (approximately 3km for 9th graders and novice athletes, 5k for JV and varsity runners) was adjusted this year to account for the ongoing construction around White Stadium, which is next to the field where the races begin and end. The consensus of the coaches was that the newly devised courses ran quite fast compared to the courses that were used since the mid-90s until last year. Wayland had the advantage of having visited Franklin Park earlier in the season for a dual meet against Boston Latin. 

The DCL is a very deep league, with 11 members. Most of them are among the larger schools in Massachusetts and as such complete in Division 1 in the upcoming MIAA championship. Bedford, Wayland and Weston have much smaller enrollments than the other 8 member schools and as a result complete in Division 2 in the MIAA tournament. For this reason, the varsity races today were scored separately for the Foley Division (which includes Wayland) and Thorpe Division teams. 

There were many noteworthy results from today's meet. There were the three medal winners. all of them 9th graders. For the boys, Thomas Conley took a strong second place surging through the field in the second half of the race. For the girls, Brynn Andrus surged to the win while substantially improving her time from last month's meet at Franklin Park. She was followed by Henrietta Schoeffler in 4th. 

In the boys varsity race, the Wayland top two of Ryan Foley and Brandon Hopps finished 16th and 20th. Finishing in the top 20 has been the requirement for being named an All-Star, which is an impressive accomplishment for a league as deep as the DCL. 

Congratulations to everyone who raced today!

overall results - note that in the varsity boys race, the Foley and Thorpe results are compiled separately although there was only one race 

splits and times for WHS athletes - note the 2 mile mark might have been misplaced (2nd mile too long)

Franklin Park performance list  - note the courses were changed this year from a previous layout that had been in use since the mid-90s

  

DCL Championship, 10/24/25

Live results

Meet Site: Playstead Field at Franklin Park, Boston.

Bus Time: 12:00 PM

Note the bus time. Athletes listed below will be dismissed after 3rd period. Remember that you're responsible for any work in classes that you miss. If you're entered in a later race and need to stay at school for a test or other assignment, you can arrange your own transportation to the meet but check with the coaches about it ahead of time. 

Meet Schedule and lineups:

2:00 PM JV girls 5k - A. Conley, Jay, Miller, Wang

2:30 PM Varsity boys 5k - Baker, Fallace, Foley, Hopper, Hopps, Migdal, Tan

3:00 PM 9th grade/Novice 3k - Andrus, T. Conley, Doxopoulos, Gao, Jorgensen, LeBaron, Ricci, Schoeffler

3:20 PM Varsity girls 5k 

3:50 PM JV boys 5k - Ciccarelli, Spence, Wheeler

4:30 PM Awards

Meet Information:

• Weather forecast: Mostly sunny, temperature in the high 50s with westerly winds 5-10 mph.

• Runners must report to the starting line 10 minutes before the start of their race, and begin removing sweats no later than 5 minutes before their race starts.

• Each team is assigned a box along the starting line. We'll know our box number after we arrive at the meet site.

• While the boys and girls 9th graders will race at the same time, the results of the races are compiled separately. 

• The top 15 finishers in each varsity race, the top 8 JV and the top 7 9th graders (boys and girls both) will receive awards.

• While the course will surely be well marked, it's a good idea to check it out during your warmup. Please note the course tour is self-guided, using the map below.

• If this is your final meet of the season, bring an extra change of clothes and after we return to Wayland you can change out of your uniform in the field house and return it to one of the coaches.  

• Return time to WHS is approximate, but we hope to be back around 6:00 PM depending on traffic. 

Course Map and Description:

• The 5k course consists of three loops. The first two loops (blue and red lines on the map below) go through the Wilderness area. The third loop (orange line) goes up and over Bear Cage Hill. 

• The 3k course includes the first loop (blue line) and Bear Cage Hill (orange line). Unlike the longer 5k course, the 3k course only goes through the Wilderness area once. It doesn't include the "Mile 2" loop outlined in red on the map below.

• There's a stretch of pavement leading to the base of the Bear Cage hill, such that wearing spike elements in your racing shoes isn't a good idea. Those that are wearing spiked shoes should replace the spike elements with either blanks or 1/8" elements. 

What to bring:

• uniform
• everyday training shoes
• racing shoes if you have them
• warmup clothes including: long sleeved shirt, pants, windbreaker, gloves, hat
• water bottle
• snacks for post-race (chocolate milk will be provided using proceeds from the Wayland XC Festival). If you're running in a later race, bring a snack to have when we first arrive at the park to tide you over until your race. 
• folding chair if you want something to sit on while changing shoes

For parents:

• There's a small parking lot at the corner of Circuit Drive and Pierpont Road; there's also a larger lot further down Circuit Drive, as well as on-street parking on Circuit Drive.
• If you're going to be at the meet and would like to take your child with you when their race is over, please let one of the coaches know.
• The area just beyond the finish line is a good spot to see the race at various points as the runners pass by this spot repeatedly.

Week 10 Training Plan, 10/20-10/26

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This week is the beginning of the final phase of the season, which kicks off with Friday's DCL Championship meet at Franklin Park. 

As in years past, there will be a karaoke contest on the bus ride home from this meet which is not to be missed. Submit your song choice in advance to the coaches for approval. The maximum group size for the contest is four people. It would behoove you to practice your song beforehand.

With the end of the season drawing near, we've entered the peaking phase of our training. The proverbial hay is in the barn and from here on out it's a draw down of training volume, which is achieved through a reduction in the length of most daily runs, and a reduction in the number of runs per week. This is achieved by taking an additional day per week off from practice. For this week that day is Tuesday.

• Mon 10/20 - Practice at 3:30. Warmup including BURPEES followed by a cyclic run as follows:

Group A: 36 minutes (3 minute segments)

Group B: 48 minutes (4 minute segments)

Group C: 60 minutes (5 minute segments) 

• Tue 10/21 - off.

• Wed 10/22 - Practice at 3:30. Warmup including CURTSIES followed by a short length run at an easy to moderate intensity including hill drills on the aqueduct near Cedar Crest Road.

Group A: 24-28 minutes
Group B: 32-36 minutes
Group C: 40-44 minutes

• Thu 10/23 - Practice at 3:30. Warmup including BURPEES followed by a short length run with 3 sets of short reps at the end on top of the aqueduct.

Group A: 24-28 minutes
Group B: 32-36 minutes
Group C: 40-44 minutes

• Fri 10/24 - DCL Championship Meet @Franklin Park. The meet starts early which will require dismissal after 3rd period class. You're responsible for any work or tests you might miss as a result of this. More information forthcoming. This is a medium length day, including warmup and cooldown running it should add up to the following:

Group A: 32-36 minutes
Group B: 40-44 minutes
Group C: 48-52 minutes

On the bus ride home, there will be the 11th annual edition of the Golden Microphone karaoke contest.

• Sat 10/25 - Medium length run at an easy to moderate intensity. For those that are interested, we'll meet 10 AM at Lincoln Station. Be sure to have the Outerspatial app on your phone. This is a run that can be done in your neighborhood if you can't make it to Lincoln. 

Group A: 32-36 minutes
Group B: 40-44 minutes
Group C: 48-52 minutes

• Sun 10/26 - off

 

Dual Meet #3 vs. Waltham and Bedford Results, 10/15/25

The dual meet season wrapped up on a cool and breezy afternoon in Waltham. Wayland faced both the host school and Bedford in a double dual format, with three separate meets contested simultaneously. The course featured a loop in the woods that was covered twice by the girls and JV boys and three times by the varsity boys. This lent itself to some exciting racing. The boys were able to score wins against both opponents, with the meet against Bedford being quite close. Ryan Foley led the way and won the race outright in impressive fashion. The girls team was out dueled by both Bedford and Waltham, with the Waltham meet being a close contest that came down to the wire. Multiple Wayland runners patiently moved up past Waltham runners who had started out perhaps too quickly in the latter stages making for an exciting race. 

From here on out, it's all championship and invitational meet racing, with the next meet on the calendar coming a week from Friday with the Dual County League Championship at Franklin Park in Boston.

overall results

splits and times for WHS athletes

 This house was once located a bit before the mile mark of the course you ran today...

Dual Meet #3 vs. Waltham and Bedford, 10/15/25

Meet Site: Harding Field, 99 Jacks Way. Waltham

Bus leaves at 2:45

Order of Races and Lineups

first race will start no earlier than 4:15. JV boys should be warming up as soon as the course tour finishes. 

JV boys (3.8k course) - Ciccarelli, Doxopoulos, Jacob*, Jorgensen, Kheir, LeBaron, Maali-Pohl, Ricci, Salahuddin, Sondey, Wheeler

Varsity boys (4.8k course) - Baker, T. Conley, Fallace, Foley, Hopper, Hopps, Spence, Tan, Young

Note: the top seven finishers for Wayland in the varsity boys race will earn credit towards a varsity letter

Girls (3.8k course) - Andrus, A. Conley, Gao, Jay, Miller, Schoeffler, Wang

*TBD

Course Maps:

JV and Girls race course map

Boys varsity race course map

The course begins on Harding Field, the turf field just down the hill from the old high school building. Upon exiting the field, runners climb the hill on Woodcliff Drive before entering the woods on the left. The course then follows a loop in the woods (pay attention on the tour to which trail is the course and which trails are not). This loop is covered two times for the short course and three times for the longer course. The course then returns to Woodcliff Drive and then Harding Field where the race finishes, all in the reverse direction of the early stages of the race.

Note that Woodcliff Drive is a neighborhood road, open to vehicle traffic. The Waltham coaching staff does their best to alert drivers to the fact there will be runners in the road during the meet. It's best to be aware of any oncoming cars and stay on the left side of the road (or on the grass next to the road if possible) while covering this part of the course.

Meet Information:

• Weather forecast: partly cloudy, temperatures in the low 60s with winds 10-15 mph from the NNW. With the wind it will feel cooler than the ambient temperature. Bring clothes to wear at the meet besides your uniform. You won't be allowed on the bus if you don't have clothes besides your uniform.
• The Waltham coach reports that the course is not suitable for spike elements in your racing shoes. If you have spiked racing shoes the spike elements should be replaced with blanks or 1/8" pyramids. If you wore longer spike elements in your last race and need to remove them,  please do so Tuesday evening. It can be done during the bus ride Wednesday but you'll be stressed unnecessarily, even more so if you try to do this after we arrive at Harding Field.
• You'll need to wear your assigned bib number which is the same number you wore in last week's meet. After your race you can keep the number as a souvenir of the season (or dispose of it), but please return the safety pins to the ziploc bag that holds the bib numbers and safety pins. The ziploc bag is in turn kept inside the laundry basket.
• There will be a course tour sometime soon after we arrive. Pay attention to the loop in the woods as there are various side trails that are not used in the race course.

 What to Bring:

• uniform
• everyday training shoes
• racing shoes if you have them
• warmup clothes
• plastic bag to store clothes and backpack/duffel bag
• water bottle - including a larger (24-32 oz.) bottle if you have one
• snacks for post-race (chocolate milk will be provided using proceeds from the Wayland XC Festival)

for parents:

• The meet is NOT held at the new Waltham High School building/campus, which is on the other side of Lexington Street. 

• Harding Field where the course starts and finishes next to the former Waltham High School building, which is now identified as "Waltham Valor High School" on Google Maps. There's ample parking in front of this building.