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Do you know a high school track or cross country coach that inspires others to Run Happy? Do they deserve recognition for everything they do? Then here’s your chance to salute them; you could even win new gear for the team!

The Brooks Inspiring Coaches program gives you the opportunity to nominate an inspirational track/XC coach* for giving their time, encouragement, and dedication to support a team. We want to share their stories so they can inspire even more people – and we want to reward the best of the best with sweet prizes.

Tell us about high school coaches who:
• Go above and beyond to build and keep their programs strong
• Make a lasting difference in the lives of their athletes
• Inspire not only their own athletes, but others in their communities to run and be active

We’ll pick the 10 most stirring stories to profile here on BrooksRunning.com and then crown the most inspiring coach in the U.S. But it’s more than dishing out bragging rights. We’re awarding these exceptional people with running gear and cold, hard cash to benefit their running programs.

The top ten finalists will each receive:
• $5,000 in Brooks running shoes, apparel, and accessories for their team
• $500 cash for team expenses (paid to the school athletic department or booster club)
• Membership in the Brooks Inspire Daily (I.D.) program for 2011

The nation’s most inspiring coach will also receive:
• Another $5,000 in Brooks gear
• Additional $2,000 cash for team expenses (paid to the school athletic department or booster club)
• A trip for two to the 2012 Brooks PR Invitational in Seattle

Fill out our online application to nominate a high school coach who has inspired you. We’ll accept applications through April 30, 2011. On June 1, 2011, Brooks will announce the top 10 finalists. The nation’s most inspiring coach will be chosen from the group of finalists and announced in July.