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Track thoughts
April 15, 2006GOOD - The effort: In what other sport do you see most of the competitors so physically exhausted that they can’t stand or walk. Let’s face it. Running isn’t the most glamorous sport, and these athletes push their bodies to the max.
BAD - The execution: I’m sure Denison tried its best, but it wasn’t the best-run meet I’ve ever seen. It started 35 minutes later than expected, and had some long gaps in between.
Then, somehow, the boys’ coaches had to stand around for 30 minutes afterward to see who won because there was some sort of error compiling points from a field event. It was unorganized, to say the least.
GOOD - The coaches: These people are so unsung it’s not even funny. First off, with prelims, field events and finals, these meets last almost 12 hours. And coaching is one of the only tasks they have. Coaches also have to keep up with the whereabouts of 20-30 kids, making sure they check-in in time and don’t wander off.
BAD - My forgetfulness: First, I print off the directions to the stadium, but leave them at work. I realize this when I’m in Nocona. No biggie, although I had to stop for directions twice.
But I also forgot my lawn chair, so standing for 5 hours isn’t the best thing for your back. And that’s on top of the four-drive roundtrip drive. Oh well.
GOOD - The Youth: Wichita Falls and the area around it has produced only one gold medalist at
state in the last two years (Graham’s Dan Schmidt - discus).
Who knows what this year will bring, but there’s a bunch of kids who will make repeat trips to Austin. The entire WFHS girls team is coming back, and WFHS’ Isaiah Anderson, who hasn’t lost in the 100 this year, is a soph.
And keep an eye on this name - Katie Grimes of Graham. The freshman won five golds at the 5-3A meet and has some pretty salty times on our track honor roll.
Also, kudos to the Rider, Graham and Holliday boys, and the WFHS and Graham girls for their district titles. I can’t wait for regionals.
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