Enid Plainsmen Cross Country

09/11/2026

Coach DeClerck’s Midseason Recap: Halfway Mark Achieved, The Best Is Yet to Come!

Last Saturday marked the exhilarating halfway point of the Pacers and Plainsmen cross country season, and what an inspiring journey it has been!

In week one, at our electrifying home season opener, the Pacers delivered a dominant team victory, fueled by outstanding performances from every athlete. Despite graduating four of their seven varsity runners from last season, the Plainsmen faced their opening meet with determination and resilience. While they narrowly missed a win against a formidable Chisholm squad, they revealed a spark and the promise of greatness as the season unfolds.

In week two at Deer Creek, both teams carried their homegrown momentum to the thrilling Deer Creek Field Run. Collectively, they shattered expectations with 18 personal records! The Pacers finished 9th in the elite varsity girls race and 15th in the emerging varsity race, while the Plainsmen clinched 12th place in the elite varsity competition.

In week three, the Pacers and Plainsmen ventured into new territory at the Owasso Ram Charge Relays, a thrilling cross country relay event. The Pacers, divided into three teams, battled fiercely against 52 other relays: Enid (A) soared to 6th, Enid (B) captured 30th, and Enid (C) finished 44th. The Plainsmen faced off against a staggering 83 teams and also fielded three squads. Enid (A) claimed 9th, Enid (B) took 28th, and Enid (C) finished 68th. Every runner rose to the challenge, testing new limits and showing incredible teamwork.

Week four brought even more excitement as the Pacers and Plainsmen competed under the lights at the Mustang Night Race, one of Oklahoma’s premier cross country events!
The Pacers faced off against some of Oklahoma's top teams in every class and delivered high-level performances. In the 6A competition, the varsity girls powered their way to an impressive 3rd-place finish, and our JV squad clinched a strong 4th in their division!
The Plainsmen matched that intensity, competing against three top-15 teams—including a victory over #13-ranked Stillwater, and ultimately capturing 3rd place among all 6A contenders!

Overall, both the Pacers and Plainsmen have enjoyed an inspiring start to their seasons. Team chemistry is at an all-time high, and every athlete has maintained a positive attitude while conquering the challenges that Mother Nature has thrown their way over the past 60 days.

Thank you to everyone who has cheered on this remarkable group of student-athletes. If you haven’t seen them compete yet, I encourage you to mark your calendar, their performances are truly something to behold!

- Coach DeClerck

09/11/2026

Remembering all those who lost their lives on 9/11.

09/09/2026

Runner of the Week: Brought to you by Brown’s Shoe Fit.

This week's Plainsmen Runner of the Week is Isaac Ibarra.

When asked what his pre-race ritual is, he said: " My pre-race ritual is talking with teammates and focusing on hitting a PR”.

Congratulations, Isaac, on being named Runner of the Week!

09/05/2026

It's Meet Day! Join us tonight at Wild Horse Park in Mustang to support the Pacers and Plainsmen! The action kicks off at 7:30 PM. Wishing the best of luck to the Pacers and Plainsmen!☘️

09/04/2026

This morning, the Pacers and Plainsmen had a brief shakeout run before enjoying a team breakfast. They also welcomed Lance Atkinson, a former longtime Enid Junior High School XC coach, to join them. Both teams are ready to compete at the Mustang Night Race tomorrow evening!

Good luck Pacers and Plainsmen!☘️

09/04/2026

Your Plainsmen powered through a demanding week of practices with multiple morning workouts, indoor and outdoor running, and finished strong with a high-energy workout this morning! Their dedication and grit have set the stage for an outstanding performance at the Mustang Night Race this Saturday night. We are incredibly proud of their commitment and team spirit. Let’s bring that Plainsmen pride and excitement to the race.

Go Plainsmen!

09/04/2026

With just 20 days left, we’re excited to share that we’ve already reached 60% of our fundraising goal! This momentum reflects the incredible support of our community. Every donation, no matter the size, gives our athletes a chance to experience the thrill of cross country and helps our coaches make the 2026 season truly extraordinary for every athlete.

Thank you so much for believing in our team and supporting our journey.

Coach DeClerck

Visit the Enid High School Cross Country fundraiser page and make a gift.

09/02/2026

Runner of the Week: Brought to you by Brown’s Shoe Fit.

This week's Plainsmen Runner of the Week is Alan Castelan.

When asked what sports he played growing up and which he enjoyed most, he said, "I played soccer and tennis when I was very young, and I enjoyed soccer the most."

When asked Did any of those sports influence your decision to try cross country? If so, how did they help prepare you for running? He responded, "Soccer heavily influenced my decision because, in middle school, I did cross country to build better stamina for soccer, and also because my sister did it. Now I do it because I want to keep getting better at the sport." In soccer, you need a lot of stamina, conditioning, and speed, and during 5th and 6th grade, a lot of my coaches said I had tons of that, which prepared me well for cross country.

Congratulations, Alan, on being named Runner of the Week!

09/01/2026

Meet Week at Mustang!

On Saturday, the Plainsmen will race at the Mustang Night Race. Come out and support your Plainsmen at Wildhorse Park!

📍Wild Horse Park, 1201 N Mustang Rd, Mustang, OK 73064

⏰ 7:30 PM JV Girls
8:05 PM JV Boys
8:50 PM V Girls
9:25 PM V Boys