What Really Builds a Championship Team? | Coach Mike Garber

What really goes into building a championship cross-country program? Coach Mike Garber of Glenwood joins Ándale Run to talk about the culture, mindset, and relationships behind years of success. We get into how Glenwood developed into a championship program, why the mental side of racing matters so much, how he approaches coaching boys and girls differently, and what success looks like for athletes who may never score at a state meet. Coach Garber also talks about developing young runners with patience, why parents sometimes misunderstand the process, what he has changed in his coaching over the years, and why being a great teammate matters just as much as running fast. We also discuss Ali Londrigan’s growth as a runner and teammate, championship expectations, learning from failure, and why Coach Garber believes runners are capable of more than they often realize. “Your strength is not what happens in your legs, it’s what happens in your heart, it’s what happens in your mind.” 🌶️ Subscribe to Ándale Run for more conversations with athletes, coaches, and the people shaping high school running. #AndaleRun #CrossCountry #HighSchoolRunning #RunningCoach #IllinoisRunning