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Girls Cross Country

Girls Cross-Country at George School

George School’s Cross-Country team competes in the Friends Schools League and trains on our beautiful, wooded, challenging on-campus course — home of the historic George School Invitational each fall.

Led by Coach Michael Sherman, the team welcomes runners of all speeds and experience levels, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. 

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"The George School Athletics has not only helped me foster a love for my sport, but it has also helped me to understand myself better and my role in my community."                                                                                                                                                                                                            Margaret Massengill '26, Girls Cross Country Athlete 

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ACCOLADES

  • Individual Champions: The program has produced standout runners, including Jerrica Bauer (2013 & 2015) and Margaret Massengill (2023), who won the FSL Championship on our home course with a time of 18:56.50.

Meet the Coaches

Head Coach Mike Sherman '83 brings passion, experience, and a strong team-first mindset to George School’s Varsity Cross Country program. A former collegiate runner who competed for Bloomsburg University at the NCAA Division II level and a USATF Level 1 certified coach, Mike fosters a supportive environment where athletes grow through hard work, respect, and goal-setting. His own experience as a student-athlete helps him mentor runners through the challenges of training, competition, and personal development. His leadership has guided the team to notable success, including producing the 2023 FSL Girls' Individual Champion, while inspiring athletes to push past their limits on and off the course. Committed to developing the whole student-athlete, Mike emphasizes perseverance, accountability, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for running and healthy living.

Assistant Coach Edna Valdepenas

 

 

Assistant Coach Jacob Bright '21

 

 

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