Lobo XC/T&F to Hold Team Tryouts Aug. 19, 22

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.— The University of New Mexico cross country and track and field teams will be holding separate team tryouts in August for interested UNM students.

Cross country tryouts will be held on Monday, August 19 at 7 a.m. and track and field tryouts will be held Thursday, August 22 at 3:00 p.m. at the University of New Mexico’s Outdoor Track Complex.

In order to try out, all interested students must fulfill a list of requirements before arriving for their tryout, including:

Full-time enrollment as students (12 credit hours) at UNM for the Fall 2019 semester.

A signed paper from a physician proving the student has undergone a physical within the last calendar year (performed anytime from August 20, 2018 through August 20, 2019 for cross country or from August 28, 2018 through August 28, 2019 for track and field).

Proof of current health insurance (i.e., health insurance card or papers) from their health insurer.

A liability waiver (linked above) signed by either the athlete or a parent/guardian if the athlete is under 18 years of age.

Registration with the NCAA Eligibility Center, including certified final amateurism, and a Member Number.

Final transcripts from previous institution (if transfer student).

The gates to the UNM Track Complex will open at 6 a.m. on the 19th and 2:30 p.m. on the 22nd so students can begin warm ups. The tryout will begin promptly at 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., respectively.

Students should arrive with all necessary documents and wearing appropriate running attire. Those who make the cut will be asked to stay near campus for a team meeting. It is suggested students bring a drink and snack for post-tryout.

For more information, contact Coach Laura Bowerman at lbowerman@unm.edu.