Saddleback Cup Challenge
Last updated on September 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Trabuco Hills HS: 27501 Mustang Run, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
2026 Teams Competing (Team Division): Aliso Niguel (Division 1 (D1)), Arroyo (D3), Brea (D3), Crean Lutheran (D4), El Toro (D2), Foothill (D2), Harvard Westlake (D4), Huntington Beach (D1), Irvine (D2), Mission Viejo (D3), Northwood (D2), Orange Lutheran (D3), Portola (D1), Redondo Union (D1), Santa Margarita (D3), Sunny Hills (D1), Trabuco Hills (D1) and Westridge (D5). This is a smaller meet but loaded with a number of top teams, not just in the Southern Section but in the state!!
How are divisions determined in XC? Unlike in other sports, divisions are determined by school enrollment in XC. For example, 1904 students are enrolled at El Toro High School this year. Last year we moved down to Division 3 because we experienced a drop in enrollment. This year, the enrollment threshold for Division 2 was lowered and we have returned to that division. Though we are D2, we compete against teams with much larger enrollment in many of our meets. Teams compete against other divisions not just at invitationals but at league meets as well.
Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
Entries/Roster – Saddleback Cup (As of 28Aug2026)
Spectators: All are welcome and free. Please do not arrive at the stadium before 4:00 pm.
Spectators and athletes will not be allowed to access the track and infield area during the meet to cheer on competitors.
Catering: For 2026, Mr. Follman will have Olamendi’s and Acai Republic cater tacos and acai bowls for our athletes to enjoy after their race.
Parking: Free in all parking lots.
Everyone Races (with coach’s approval) – Mandatory Meet. ET was undefeated at this meet from 2017 to 2021 and the girls won back the cup in 2025. Let’s win back the cup! Please arrive at least 90 min before your race. Please arrive early/stay late to watch all our races and support your teammates. This is a mandatory meet. If you are unable to attend, send in a Planned Absence request through XC Stats at least 48 hours before the meet. If you are approved, you will be excused but you must turn in a makeup assignment.
Bus Schedule: No transportation is provided for this meet. Please turn in your Transportation Exemption Form and arrive early.
2026 TH Home Course Map and Meet Information
2026 Forecasted Weather Conditions for the Saddleback Cup – Clear skies, 70-75F with low wind and moderate humidity that rises steadily during the later races.
2026 Race Schedule
- 6:00 pm Girls JV
- 6:20 pm Boys JV
- 6:35 pm Girls Frosh
- 6:55 pm Boys Frosh
- 7:10 pm Girls Varsity
- 7:30 pm Boys Varsity