Jordan Cross Country Clinic

Proper training during the summer is the secret to a fun and successful cross country season. I want your athlete to have fun, make long-lasting friendships with fellow runners, and be properly prepared for their upcoming cross country season.

Will Jordan

Founder/Owner

The training leader is Will Jordan, a Vestavia Hills varsity graduate and a rising senior on the Samford University cross country and track team. This summer marks Will’s 5th year leading his clinic, where he continues to bring a wealth of experience, energy, and passion to the athletes he coaches with a deep understanding of distance running and a commitment to helping young athletes improve both mentally and physically. 

Will's personal bests:

1500 meters- 3:57

5k- 14:49

8k (XC)- 25:11

10k- 32:29

Bela Doss

Assistant Coach

Bela is a sophomore on the cross country and track team at Samford University, a teammate of Will, and a Briarwood Christian School alum. She brings valuable collegiate racing experience, a strong work ethic, and a professional approach to training and development. She will be a great mentor for your athlete as they work to improve both their performance and mindset throughout the summer.

 

Bela's personal bests:

5k- 18:08

1600 meters- 5:03

800 meters- 2:15

Brody Ahlemeyer

Assistant Coach

Brody bring a strong background in distance running along with a high level of professionalism, committment, and attention to detail. He is a senior at Spain Park High School and recently committed to run cross country and track at the University of North Alabama. We're confident he will make a meaningful impact on your athlete through his knowledge, work ethic, and passion for the sport

 

Brody's personal bests:

5k- 15:56

3200 meters- 9:37

1600 meters- 4:31

Previous Clinic Results

70+ happy athletes coached!

To mark each athlete's improvement over the summer, there is a 2-mile time trial at the second and last training session.

 

2022 Summer- 1 minute and 10 seconds average improvement through 17 athletes.

 

2023 Summer- 1 minute and 55 seconds average improvement through 13 athletes.

 

2024 Summer- 1 minute and 22 seconds average improvement through 17 athletes.

 

2025 Summer- 1 minute and 8 seconds average improvement through 20 athletes.

Parent Reviews

  • “Will had a great rapport with each athlete and was very personable, professional, and encouraging. Great leader and role model for these younger athletes.”

    Catherine M.

  • “Your communication with runners and parents was wonderful! The weekly running plans were so helpful and allowed them to keep up with training even when they were not able to make practice.”

    Heidi C.

  • “My son really enjoyed training for his 7th grade cross country season with Will. He improved his 2 mile time and is well prepared for his upcoming season.”

    Melissa C.

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It’s about mentorship, discipline, and helping young athletes find joy in the process

- Jordan Cross Country Clinic