Here is a great article from Running Times about the first week of XC practice...
5 Mistakes Article
http://www.runnersworld.com/high-school/5-mistakes-runners-make-at-the-first-week-of-cross-country-practice?cid=social50321476&adbid=10153516171502090&adbpl=fb&adbpr=23403427089
Good read for those new to HS XC
Here is an Article Piggy Backing on what we discussed after practice this AM
Should HS XC Runners Compete in Summer Road Races