The gripping true story of a once-overlooked high school cross country team that, through total commitment and bold leadership, rose to national dominance, shattered records and redefined the limits of youth athletic achievement and perseverance.
The true story of a high school cross country team that went from obscurity to becoming the fastest squad the country, and perhaps the world, has ever seen, called inspiring and entertaining (Jerry Schumacher) and a deliciously rich tale (Neal Bascomb).
When Sean Brosnan arrived at Newbury Park High School in 2016, their cross country team hadnt so much as qualified for a California state championship in twenty-five years. Brosnan himself had never coached high schoolers, though he was no stranger to the sport. A collegiate All-American, he had spent years trying to chase his ambitions of becoming a professional runner, along the way learning from some of the most successful coaches in the country.
From day one at Newbury Park, Brosnan made a promise: Give me your total commitment and Ill give you a state championship in four years. He did them one better: Brosnans runners would take an unprecedented three consecutive national championships, smashing records, winning Division I scholarships, and representing their country in the Olympics.
With expert insights and a deep love for the sport, Sean Brosnans Beyond Fast offers a riveting chronicle of that journey. Tracing Newbury Parks early successes, their heartbreaking missteps, and the winding road that would lead them to running glory, he tells a story of guts, sacrifice, and determination. By turns heartbreaking and exhilarating, it reminds you that the only limits that matter are the ones you set for yourself.
