We are working on getting a permit
for Saugus High School Track on September 22, at
5:45. Keep working on getting pledges.
The Lap-a-thon
is our primary fund
raising event. This fund
raiser helps us keep our
price low, allows us to
offer scholarships, and
assist our athletes in
national competition.
We ask every family to seek pledges
either by a flat rate or per lap donation, The
athletes run for 1 hour, later they return to their
donors to collect their pledges (if based on a per
lap donation). and turn in the funds by the dead
line.
We award a grand prize of
Disneyland/California Adventure Park Hopper tickets
to the athlete who raises the most funds, we are
also working on awarding 2nd and 3rd place awards,
also every athlete who raises $40.00 will also win a
lap-a-thon prize.
The deadline to be eligible for the
grand prize, 2nd and 3rd place awards is October 7th. Athletes who raise
$40.00 or more will still be eligible to win a
lap-a-thon prize even if they turn in the funds
after October 7th.
Song Requests: We are taking
requests. If you have a song you want to hear during
the lap-a-thon, please send me an email so I can
make sure I have it. *We may not be able to get to
all songs requested.
We are
still accepting new member signups for our 2008 Cross
Country Program. You can download
the paperwork by clicking the
following links:
Sign Up Paperwork &
XC Parent Handbook or
2008 Cross Country Flyer
Paperwork can be dropped off during
practice,
please follow the instructions
in the paperwork packet.
For
more information please feel free to
email Alan Bingham at
alanbingham@sctc-storm.org or
call (661) 755-6197
Fitness club will be
meeting at the same locations and time
as listed in the calendar above. we'll
be doing the work outs with the kids.
Try to pick up your intensity this week
and go a bit further than you have gone
up till this week. Try to run some walk
some if needed. Keep your heart rate in
the zone! see ya at practice.
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Beginning
Beginning to running is something that everyone who runs has to go through. We
all have to start somewhere.
Here are some tips for beginners.
Have scheduled running sessions.
Set Running goals. (like such and such time, or distance in such as such
time.)
Wear proper running gear, such as shoes, and clothes.
Get a partner to run with, or join a team such as the Storm.
Rest on Rest days, and work out on work out days.
Eat smart and drink smart.
Much of what you need to know about running is listed above. I believe that
everyone can run, and there are some essential things that everyone must do, if
you are going to be a runner you should dress the part, wearing running shorts
and running shirts and good shoes along with good socks helps the runner not
just be comfortable, but aids in wicking sweat away from the body to help cool
the body while running, good shoes and socks help protect the feet, which move
the athlete forward over the terrain.
Setting realistic goals helps the runner to assess progress. Some times just
going out and running a time trial such as a 1 mile run can give a coach or the
runner a starting point, and give the ability to assess the athlete's progress.
Using this tool, the athlete and coach can set new realistic goals, to further
develop the athlete's ability. All athletes must have trials to establish where
they are at, and to figure out what the need to do to become better.
Eating good healthy meals fuels your body for the tasks you are demanding of
it. You need to also hydrate. We'll help you to become better athletes so you
can realize your most.
The only person on that course that we want you to beat is yourself! remember
that, no matter where you are, in your development, your improvement is what we
are interested in.
Final Meet O'Melveny Park
Northridge Pacers
Walk Thru 8:15 a.m.
(October 25, 2008) Results (html)
End of Storm XC Season
Season Ranking
(updated on 10/26/08)
Sorted by Finish place average worst race removed if ran
all 6 races
Post Season AAU Meet
AAU JO Qualifier Corriganville
(November 1, 2008)
Walk Thru 8:00 a.m. Flyer Results (pdf) Qualifier Meet for Nationals
Note This meet has a fee and AAU membership requirements
Please speak with
David Summer for more information about
this meet.
Post Season National Meet
AAU JO Championships Decatur, Alabama
(December 6, 2008) Note This meet has a fee and AAU membership requirements
