For some of you this will be your last week with us for a little while; others might have a couple more weeks until the break. So, *REMEMBER, YOU MUST BE AT PRACTICE TO BE ELEGIBLE TO COME ON THE POST SEASON TRIPS*.
Since we are finishing up the season, here's a rundown of what is going on: At the end of the season, we will take a 2 week break - during that break, it is encouraged that you stay active (do SAMS and core, bike, cross train, lift, get outside and do some things) - but during the first week off, NO RUNNING! Let the body heal up and the mind have a break (basically we want you to miss running a bit). During the 2nd off week, continue to keep active, and if you want to throw in a short 20 min run every other day (3 times) go ahead. But if you aren't ready to run yet, don't. Nevertheless, it is important that you're staying active and doing some things during this time. This will all be self/athlete led, no coaches for these two weeks (you need a break from us, and I hear we might need a break from you!). After the two week break, we'll get going again and building back toward track (for those not in a winter sport).
We'll keep this here one more week in case you missed it: A message for parents - As we are maybe starting to think about presents at this time of year, here's a few ideas for the runner in your home: shoes, shoes, and more shoes (the one piece of gear a runner must have is shoes, and now is a great time to get a new pair and double it up as a present!); a watch (a decent gps watch can range from $100 or less to quite a bit more, but really you don't need anything super fancy); recovery aids like foam rollers, rolling sticks, and massage tools; a book about running or sports psychology can be an interesting read.
Great job at the Autumn Classic. The girls ran a very strong team race and most were able to find teammates to pack with throughout. Brook led 5 Panthers under 12 minutes with her 11:33 win. She was followed by Kate, Katie, Adri, and Emmalee. Brianna and Alianna set new PRs and Laney was just off hers. While Elena and Bella ran great efforts for their first 3200s on the track. The guys saw a lot of great races throughout the order. The younger guys showed a lot of strength for their first 3200 on the track. And we place 12 boys under 11:00 (while missing a couple top runners). Trey led the way with another spectacular race finishing first in school record fashion with a time of 9:19 (splits were 4:45 and 4:34!). He was followed by Porter, Talmage, and Kyler; then a big group of Keaton, Cane, Jamin, Evan, Kevin, Boz, Parker, Grant, and Gaige. Fast 3200s show the importance of XC strength and mileage to fast track times. Check out athletic.net for results.
Jess ran at Mountain Regional XC Championships on Friday. She finished as 3rd scorer for Weber and 79th overall. Great season Jessica!
- PVXC Banquet - Thursday, Nov. 17th, 5:45p at PVHS. Please sign up for food here; we've got a few spots to fill still. Try and plan to be there (athletes and families); we want to celebrate everyone on the team.
- Race - Nike Southwest Regional (NXR), Saturday, 11/19 in Phoenix. Itinerary (pending approval from the bus company - will post share if needed.
- Race - Champs West (Footlocker), Saturday, 12/3 in California. Everyone is on their own for this. If you'd like to go, talk to teammates and plan rides, hotels, and activities. We will plan a meeting time for packet pickup. Please for the registration procedures to register with the team.
- Two week break - either after your last race or Dec. 4-18.
"God gives his shortest shorts to his toughest soldiers."
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