The Dale Watts '71 Cross Country Course, opened in the fall of 2014, is located within the new Hildebrand Equine Complex at 3242 F and B Road. The facility is accessible from F and B Road off the corner intersection with 2818.
“Having our own course is really a great addition for Texas A&M,” noted Texas A&M head coach Pat Henry. “Being able to run at home is a great thing for our program."
“The new course provides unlimited opportunities for us,” said Aggie assistant coach Wendel McRaven. “It’s a great place to train and now we can schedule home meets whenever we need to. It gives us a lot of flexibility."
- As new venue, the Watts course is already the premier cross country course in the state of Texas.
- In 2015 it will serve as host to the SEC Championships and the NCAA South Central Region meet.
- Versatility of course enables races in range from 2 km to 10 km distances.
- Wide starting area combined with ample racing room during first 1,000m of course enable it to host championship-level events.
- Venue will also host high school, community and age-group races.
- Scenic course features tree-lined areas as well as sections that are heavily wooded.
- Berm along the wide-open finish area offers views to a majority of the venue during races.
- Fast course which provides good footing throughout races of any distance.