Enduring Wisdom: Lessons from Indiana's Championship High School Cross Country Coaches

ENDURING WISDOM is a running book for coaches, athletes, parents, and fans alike. Authors Derek and Gwen Leininger share observations and insights from interviews with 19 of Indiana's winningest and most respected cross country coaches. Featured coaches hold the following combined cross country honors: 56 team state championships (28 girls, 28 boys) 38 team runner-up finishes (16 girls, 22 boys) 18 individual state champions (7 girls, 11 boys). Exploring their leadership styles and specific training strategies, the authors weave the coaches' words into a collective voice that celebrates Indiana's excellence in cross country and benefits readers everywhere.