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GENERAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION |
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All athletes are welcome to participate in track. We will never cut athletes in order to maintain a certain number. It is our goal that athletes on the track team are students first and foremost. It has been the reputation of the track team to have members who take pride in their class work as well as on the track.
In addition, we as coaches, aim to produce a team that is respectful and well respected in the NWSC, Section 5AA, and the State of Minnesota. By being a part of this team, we hope each individual will grow as a result of his/her experience with the track team. We do expect our athletes to take pride in our sport and to show dedication to our sport through their ability to follow directions, their attendance, and their attitude. |
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We have formed the schedule so that each athlete will compete in at least 1 meet each week (weather permitting). We feel this will allow each athlete ample time to prepare for competition and to see progress throughout the season. |
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Return the registration forms (health card, proof of physical, MSHSL form) and fees to the athletic office before the season begins. You will receive a clearance form that needs to be given to the coach at the first practice before you can practice with the team. |
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We will practice each day right after school. We will have a few Saturday practices scheduled in May as we near the Conference and Section meets. In addition, varsity athletes are expected attend strength training on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00am.
We will meet in the field house for practice each day promptly at 2:40pm.
All athletes are expected to compete in all meets unless injured. All athletes must ride the bus to and from the meet site. Under special circumstances, parent's wishing to leave with their son/daughter must make personal contact with one of the coaches and have a written note explaining the circumstances. |
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You will need a good pair of training shoes and preferably some racing shoes as well. A digital watch is also recommended. Be prepared to dress for the outdoors. All athletes will have some training outside in the early season. Uniforms are provided. We also have many team clothing items available for purchase. |
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There is a risk of injury and both parents and athletes must understand this from the onset. We do have an athletic trainer on staff to diagnose injuries. The most common injuries suffered in track are "overuse injuries" such as shin splints, tendonitis, and in severe cases, stress fractures, blisters are also common. The best way to prevent most of these injuries is by establishing a good preseason training program. Most of these injuries can be treated through icing and/or alternative training schedule. If you choose to see a doctor rather than our trainer (or in addition to our trainer), you must provide a written statement from the doctor detailing instructions for recovery. This must be given to our trainer. |
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Policies and Expectations |
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Respect: Show respect to coaches, trainers, and other athletes
Attendance at practice and meets is mandatory
Work is not an acceptable excuse from practice or meets
Please make appointments (doctor, dental, etc.) around practice times as well.
Our expectation is that athletes communicate with us as to their absences. Be responsible. If you will be absent from practice or an emergency arises, please contact us. Phone calls, emails, or notes work nicely.
If you need to make up school work, schedule it around practice times.
If you are absent the day of a meet, you may not compete. The same is true with practice.
Use proper behavior: no profanity, harassment, inappropriate gestures or remarks, no inappropriate slogans on clothing.
Training rule consequences: If you behave in an inappropriate manner, you may be dismissed from the team. A MSHSL violation constitutes a two meet or two week suspension, besides the MSHSL consequences, to continue on the team, a written and verbal apology to coaches and the team will also be required. You also lose all accumulated lettering points. |
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Relay teams for the Conference, Section, and State meets will be selected by the Anoka Track & Field coaching staff. Times run during the season are only one of several factors to be considered. Once selected, the four team members and two alternates for the 4x100, 4x200, 4x400, and 4x800 are interchangeable parts. Final selection is not open for discussion. |
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