The St. Michael High School Cross Country program has a tradition of excellence. The team has earned numerous state championships and accolades from all over the state. The secret to the team’s success is really no secret. Team goals are a priority, followed by discipline and courage. Success then follows. Parental involvement is a trademark of the Cross Country program, as well as hosting Friday Night Feasts for local middle schools and hosting three races at Highland Road Park, including the Louisiana Middle School State Championship each November. SMHS Cross Country athletes succeed on the trails but more importantly, they succeed in life.
Boys State Champions: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2015
Boys State Runner-Up: 2014, 2016, 2020
Girls State Champions: 1995, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2015, 2017
Girls State Runner-Up: 1991, 1993, 1994, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2009, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
2020 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient by the Louisiana Track & Field Coaches Association – Neil Borel
Head Coach: Neil Borel
Assistant Coaches: Gary Carville, Oren May
