UW-Green Bay Cross Country

Good Morning Phoenix Fans! Guess what?

It’s officially 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬.

Phoenix Cross Country releases schedule for the 2026 season.

Mike Kline Course of Excellence PLEDGE SECURED....

Thank you to the Volkman Family ✅

“From the moment we arrived at UWGB, Coach Kline made us feel like people first, not simply numbers on a roster. A devoted family man himself, Coach has always understood that success on the course is only part of the story. He invested in every part of our lives, encouraging us academically, supporting our athletic goals, and guiding us through the personal challenges that come with growing into adulthood. Even years after leaving UWGB, we know we can pick up the phone and call Coach anytime—yes, even at 2:30 in the morning—and he will answer. That kind of lasting relationship is rare and speaks to the genuine investment he makes in the lives of his athletes.

Through his example, we learned what it means to compete with heart, to lead with character, work hard without seeking recognition, and value people above results. The opportunities and experiences he and the UWGB Cross Country program gave us continue to shape who we are.

That same commitment is visible in the Mike Kline Course of Excellence. During the course’s earliest stages, he devoted countless hours to walking the property, removing rocks and sticks and mowing waist-high grass so our team could run routes. He did not simply coach from the sidelines; he labored alongside others, excavating, seeding, and watering the course with his own hands. Not many coaches can say they helped build the very course on which their athletes would train and compete.

The Mike Kline Course of Excellence is more than a cross-country course. It is a lasting part of Coach Kline’s legacy—a place where future generations of student-athletes will grow in confidence, discipline, character, and perseverance, becoming the best versions of themselves both on and off the course.”

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𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬.

We’re excited to welcome Norah Froslee from Parkers Prairie High School in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota! Norah brings personal bests of 5:16 in the 1600m, 11:39 in the 3200m, and 19:13 in the 5k. She chose Green Bay because of its strong academic opportunities and the chance to continue competing in cross country at the collegiate level.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Norah! 💚

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐱 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.

Over to the women’s side, we’re excited to welcome Allison Bodnar from Sun Prairie West High School in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin! Allison owns a high school 5k personal best of 19:59. She chose Green Bay because she believes it’s a place where she can succeed, continue to improve as a student-athlete, and take advantage of the many opportunities the university has to offer.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Allison! 💚

𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐌𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬…

Turner Behm from Kimberly High School! Turner owns a high school 5k personal best of 16:24. He chose Green Bay because of its excellent psychology program and the opportunity to stay close to home.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Turner! 💚

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭.

We’re excited to welcome Jack Gasparick from Kohler High School in Kohler, Wisconsin! Jack brings a high school 5k personal best of 16:11. He chose Green Bay because of its outstanding marketing program and the positive team culture within the cross country program.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Jack! 💚

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐱 -> 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐱 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲

Continuing our introductions on the men’s side, we’re excited to welcome Jaiden from Phoenix, Arizona! Jaiden brings impressive personal bests of 4:24 in the 1600m, 9:27 in the 3200m, and 15:48 in the 5k. He chose Green Bay because of its strong finance program and the opportunity to be part of a great cross country team.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Jaiden! 💚

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟗𝟐𝟎.

Keeping the momentum rolling on the men’s side, we’re excited to welcome Zach Verhagen from Neenah High School in Neenah, WI! Zach brings a high school 5k personal best of 15:53. He chose Green Bay because of its outstanding Human Biology program and the homey feel that made it feel like the right fit.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Zach! 💚

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐭𝐚 -> 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧

Continuing on the men’s side, we’re excited to welcome Parker Spindler from Becker High School in Becker, MN! Parker brings personal bests of 4:32 in the 1600m, 9:42 in the 3200m, and 16:06 in the 5k. He chose Green Bay because of the team’s culture and values, and believes you can’t find a better coaching duo.

Welcome to Phoenix Country, Parker! 💚