Coach
Mark Staples
Mark is an experienced runner who has been competing as a masters runner across all race distances and terrain — from road marathons to mountain races — for over 15 years.
He has coached the Longmeadow High School cross country team since 2012, helping the program achieve four Western Mass titles — and this past fall, a State Championship.
The Summer Distance Project brings that same coaching approach to a smaller, more individualized setting — helping each runner build toward their goals with a plan that fits who they are.
13+
Years Coaching XC
4
Western Mass Titles
1
State Championship
15+
Years Racing
Philosophy
Why This Program
High school runners get a lot of coaching during the season. But the summer is where the real foundation gets built and too many athletes go through it alone. This program exists to change that.
Ready to get started?
Reach out at thesummerdistanceproject@gmail.com
The Summer Distance Project 