Mchenry Track and field camp
SUMMER OUTDOOR season | Registration
The McHenry Track and Field Camp is run in partnership with The Pack TFCC non-profit organization, which provides affordable opportunities for kids to participate in cross country and track and field at the youth, middle school, and high school levels. Our mission is to build community, teach fundamental skills, and create a fun, welcoming environment where every athlete can develop a lifelong love for running, jumping, and throwing.
Our philosophy emphasizes collaboration between middle school coaches, high school coaches, parents, athletes, and other Pack TFCC clubs. Rather than focusing on high-pressure competition, extensive travel, or elite training, we provide accessible, community-based programming where kids can learn the fundamentals of track and field in a supportive local environment. This camp provides primary service to those in McHenry, Woodstock, Crystal Lake, Cary, Round Lake, and nearby suburbs.
Contact: Executive Director and Lead Coach - Dean Roehrborn, mchenry@thepacktfcc.com
Meet the Coaches
Executive Director + Lead Coach
Dean Roehrborn
Dean Roehrborn is a social studies teacher at McHenry Community High School, where he has served as an assistant coach for the cross country and girls track and field programs since 2021. His primary focus is working with distance athletes, though he has experience coaching sprints and field events as well.
Dean developed his passion for running as a member of the cross country and track & field teams at Palatine High School under coaches Chris Quick and Alex Soto. He went on to attend Southeast Missouri State University, where he earned his degree in Social Studies Education before returning to the Chicagoland area to pursue both teaching and coaching.
Dean's coaching philosophy is centered around helping young athletes become the best version of themselves, both on and off the track. He encourages athletes to step outside of their comfort zones and embrace challenges while providing a supportive environment that promotes confidence. He believes that running is always a team sport and focuses on creating a strong sense of community, while ensuring that athletes enjoy the process and have fun along the way.
Outside of coaching, Dean enjoys playing music, disc golf, and spending time with his family.
Head Sprints/Jumps Coach Raegan Stinger
Raegan Stinger is a social studies teacher at Cary Junior High, currently enjoying her first year in the classroom. She is thrilled to step onto the track this season, where her primary focus will be working with the sprints and jumps athletes.
Her passion for running began at a young age in middle school and continued through her time at McHenry Community High School. A highlight of her competitive career was her senior year, where she qualified for the state meet as a member of the 4x200m relay team. Following high school, Coach Stinger attended North Central College, where she earned her degree in social studies education and competed at the collegiate level during her freshman year.
Her coaching philosophy focuses on cultivating a growth mindset where athletes learn to take ownership of their progress and view every challenge as an opportunity to build resilience. She aims to help her athletes build the confidence and hard work they need to succeed both in their events and in their lives outside of sports.
Outside of coaching, she enjoys attending country concerts, reading, and hanging out with her friends.
Assistant Distance Coach Skyler Balzer
Skyler Balzer graduated from McHenry Community High School in 2024, where she developed her passion for running after joining the track and field program as a freshman. During her time competing in both track and cross country, she grew into a dedicated leader, serving as a team captain her senior year and helping foster a positive and supportive team environment. In 2024, she qualified for the IHSA State Meet in both the 1600m and 3200m.
Skyler is now a sophomore at Bradley University, where she continues her academic and athletic career as a member of the cross country and track & field teams.
Skyler is passionate about using running to inspire others and believes that anything is possible with hard work and a positive attitude. She is excited to work with young athletes and help them grow both as runners and as individuals.
Assistant Sprints/Jumps Coach Avery Stinger
Avery Stinger is a passionate freshman at McHenry Community College, where she is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. Throughout high school, Avery was a dedicated track athlete, competing all four years and making a big impact on her team. She helped break the 4x1 school record twice—first in her junior year, when she also qualified for state, and then again in her senior year by breaking the record once more. Although Avery has decided not to run track in college, her love for the sport continues strong. She’s excited to use her experience and passion to inspire and push young athletes to reach their full potential in track and field.
In addition to her academic and athletic pursuits, Avery will be playing basketball at MCC starting this fall. Outside of school and sports, she enjoys playing pickleball, going on walks, and baking, which helps her relax and stay active in her free time.