Washington Huskies Track & Field

Return Your Uniforms Now!

2011-05-31T09:57:00.001-07:00

I am still collecting Track & Field (and Cross Country) Uniforms. Your last chance to turn them in will be at the Awards Banquet on June 7th. After that, debt slips will be issued through the school financial office. If you can't make it to the Awards Banquet, you MUST drop your jersey off at my house BEFORE THE DATE OF THE BANQUET. If you need my address, contact me directly.

As stated before, no one will be permitted to retain any uniforms. This is a NEW POLICY. If you want to receive your same jersey number next year, keep your return receipt and you will have the opportunity to request the same number at the start of the 2012 season.

DON'T FORGET TO RECEIVE AND KEEP YOUR JERSEY RECEIPT.

Thanks, Mrs. Taylor

2011 Awards Banquet

2011-05-31T09:38:00.000-07:00

The Awards Banquet will be held on Tuesday, June 7th! We are starting at 6:00pm with a pot-luck dinner. THIS IS A FAMILY EVENT!

Location: WHS Cafeteria

Food assignments are as follows:

Freshmen: Main Course (ideas: casserole, chicken, pizza, spaghetti, etc...)

Sophomores: Main Course (ideas: casserole, chicken, pizza, spaghetti, etc...)

Juniors: Dessert and/or Soda

Seniors: Paper Products (plates, forks, napkins, cups)

If you are wondering how much to bring, consider this: Count how many people are attending from your family, then ask yourself "if this was the only thing I was going to serve for dinner, how much would it take to fill them?" That is aproximately how much you should bring as your pot-luck item.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Thanks, Joyce Taylor
510.552.1850

NCS Info

2011-05-17T10:03:00.001-07:00

Time Schedule:

Field Events
11:00 a.m. Girls High Jump
Girls Pole Vault
Girls Shot Put
Boys Discus
Girls Long Jump
Boys Triple Jump
1:30 p.m. Boys Shot Put
Girls Discus
Boys Long Jump
Girls Triple Jump
Boys Pole Vault
Boys High Jump

Running Events
12:00 p.m. Girls 4 x 100m Relay
12:15 p.m. Boys 4 x 100m Relay
12:30 p.m. Girls 1600m Run
12:45 p.m. Boys 1600m Run
1:00 p.m. Girls 100 Hurdles
1:15 p.m. Boys 110 Hurdles
1:30 p.m. Girls 400m Dash
1:45 p.m. Boys 400m Dash
2:00 p.m. Girls 100m Dash
2:15 p.m. Boys 100m Dash
2:30 p.m. Girls 800m Run
2:45 p.m. Boys 800m Run
3:00 p.m. Girls 300m L. Hurdles
3:15 p.m. Boys 300m I. Hurdles
3:30 p.m. Girls 200m Dash
3:45 p.m. Boys 200m Dash
4:00 p.m. Girls 3200m Run
4:20 p.m. Boys 3200m Run
4:35 p.m. Girls 4 x 400m Relay
4:50 p.m. Boys 4 x 400m Relay

Uniform Return Date

2011-05-14T17:58:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone! Just wanted to remind you that we are meeting at TAK on Monday the 16th right after school to turn in uniforms. You will receive a receipt for the NEW jersey you signed for in April. Be sure to bring any other old uniform you may have also. We are looking for New and Old Track uniforms as well as the Cross Country uniforms. We DO NOT want any uniforms to stay at home this summer. TURN IN EVERYTHING YOU HAVE.

Exceptions: Any athletes who qualified for NCS will keep their NEW jersey until our Track & Field Award Dinner on June 7th.

Thanks, Mrs. Taylor

Spaghetti Dinner Tickets Distributed 4-5-11

2011-04-06T08:46:00.000-07:00

The WHS Husky Track & Field team's largest fundraising event is being held on Friday, May 6th. EACH MEMBER on the roster is tasked with selling 5 tickets. You can sell them to your teachers, family members, neighbors, etc... Contact me for additional tickets, if needed.

There were 2 flyers included with the ticket envelope that has all the details needed to sell them. Be sure to note that a ticket will provide a fun night of food and entertainment. The dinner menu is Pasta, Sauce, Bread, Salad & a drink. There will also be a bake sale going on where you can purchase a tasty treat.

This event will also include a raffle, silent auction and entertainment provided by members on the team.

You MUST RETURN your ticket envelope with money inside no later than Thursday, April 21st. This is the last day of school before spring break!

Team Details:

3:00pm - set up cafeteria
5:00pm - arrive dressed appropriately (see below)
Boys: Button down shirts with collar (tie optional)
Girls: Dress, skirt or nice slacks
5:30 - 7:00 Serve, sell, help where asked
8:00pm - clean up cafeteria

Event Details:

Friday, May 6th
Tickets cost $6.00 per person
WHS Cafeteria
Doors open at 5:30pm

Warm-Ups & Logo-Wear Distributed

2011-03-15T21:42:00.000-07:00

Warm-Ups & Logo-Wear was distributed today, Tuesday, 3/15/11 at practice. I still have a few items that need to be picked up. If you no longer need or want the items you purchased, I may be able to re-sell them for you as some orders did not get placed in time. Please let me know.

XC Stat Required

2011-03-08T10:56:00.001-08:00

All team members must register on the XC Stat website. This will be used as our method of tracking individual stats & records as well as a method of electronic communication.

Each day you are NOT registered, you will be required to perform an additional strength building exercise. (i.e., on Monday, 30 push-ups were required if you were not registered)

Contact Coach Ben if you are having trouble with the registration process.

Sign-in, Sign-up & Sign-out

2011-03-08T10:44:00.000-08:00

Sign-in:
Everyone needs to be responsible for signing in on the attendance sheets each day. You should never sign-in for anyone else, just yourself. We are a very large roster and need to know who is serious in the effort of making this year's team LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. Please review the attendance requirements listed in Team Policy posted on 2/7/11.

Sign-up:
Cougar Invitational is THIS Saturday. Final day to sign-up is Wednesday at practice.

Sign-out:
New uniform jerseys are in production and will be delivered in a couple weeks. A "size request" sheet is being passed around. You will be issued a new jersey which will be numbered. Upon receipt, you will sign-out this item and be financially responsible for the maintenance and return of it at the end of the 2011 season. NO uniforms will be allowed to be kept "until next season". You may request the same number next year if desired.

Logo Wear Delivery Update

2011-03-07T16:06:00.000-08:00

The logo wear orders are on schedule for distribution to the team on Tuesday, March 15th. This is the day before our first dual meet which is against Logan & Kennedy on Wednesday, March 16th.

Please be sure that you are at practice on Tuesday the 15th to pick up your order.

Skyline Invitational

2011-03-07T10:27:00.000-08:00

Great job to everybody who participated at the Skyline Invitational. You all did great and set yourself up for a great season. Results can be found here: http://rise.espn.go.com/track-and-xc/california/2011-track/Results/March/05-Skyline.aspx?pursuit=TrackAndXC

Also, be sure to sign up for xcstats.com. Results will be posted there as well.

Uniforms

2011-03-01T12:50:00.000-08:00

Uniforms will be issued on Tuesday and Wednesday (1st & 2nd) to athletes who are participating in the Skyline Invitational this week.

All other athletes will have uniforms distributed next week.

All uniforms are numbered and you will be held responsible for the return of the item(s) either at the end of the season or once the new uniforms are received and distributed.

Please note: if you are NOT issued shorts, you will need to provide a pair of your own. You can either wear your WHS PE shorts or a pair of solid black shorts.

Please act responsibly with these items. If they are not returned, a debt slip will be issued through the school financial office.

Spaghetti Dinner

2011-03-01T12:41:00.000-08:00

Please plan ahead & mark the date of our 2nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraising event scheduled for Friday, May 6th.

VERY SOON, every athlete on the team roster will be issued 5 tickets to SELL. Each ticket cost $6 and includes dinner & a soda (or water).

The deadline for selling the tickets and turning in the money is Thursday, April 21st. This is the last day of school prior to Spring Break. However, to expedite the sale & receipt of the funds, an incentive will be provided to the athletes. The first 50 who sell their 5 tickets & return their envelope with $30 will receive a WHS beanie.

Please be on the look out for the "ticket envelope" and sell, sell, sell!

Fundraising

2011-03-01T12:21:00.000-08:00

I am sure that it will not come as a surprise to anyone that the WHS Track & Field team do a series of fundraisers throughout the season. Since school rules prohibit fundraising outside of our season (except for summer time), we are forced to do as much as we can in a short period of time.

Below is a list of scheduled fundraisers that I will need as much help with as possible. Please let me know how you can help.

SPECIAL NOTE: I am looking for donations for the Raffle & Silent Auction (May 6th). Start looking now, maybe you have something new at your house that you never got a chance to use. Hand crafted items are nice. Ask your employer if they will provide something. I have begun collecting donations for this purpose so please contact me as soon as you have something.

List of fundraising events:

Feb 8th - May 13th - Husky Challenge (get postcards from Coach Ben)

Saturday, March 19th - Inaugural Husky Field Event Invitational

Tuesday, March 29th - Chipotle "eat & earn"

Wednesday, April 13th - Snack Bar - MVAL dual meet (WHS vs IHS) @ TAK

Thursday, April 21st - Snack Bar - MVAL dual meet (WHS vs MHS) @ TAK

Wednesday, May 4th - Snack Bar - MVAL dual meet (WHS vs AHS) @ TAK

Friday, May 6th - 2nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner, Bake Sale, Raffle & Silent Auction

Saturday, June 25th - Cherry Stand @ WHS parking lot

Saturday, July 2nd - Cherry Stand @ WHS parking lot

XC Stats

2011-02-26T12:15:00.000-08:00

All athletes are expected to join XC Stats.

This site has many great features:
-Statistics tracker
-Graphs showing improvements and athletes comparison
-Athlete's career page
-Training log
-Task Accomplishment Report
-Discussion Forum
-Email System
-Goal Setting System

Coach Ben has a handout that will lead you through the simple process of joining xcstats.com

Skyline Invitational

2011-02-26T12:08:00.000-08:00

Here is the information about the Skyline Invitational on Saturday March 5. Because we do not have the funds, and the school district does not provide a bus, it is the responsibility of the athletes to get there. If you do not have a ride, Coach Ben will make arrangements. Not having a ride will never be an issue.

Location:
Skyline High School
12250 Skyline Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94619

Time:
Field Events – 8:00am
Running Events – 9:30am

* The meet will take place RAIN or SHINE! *

The first running event will begin precisely 9:30am. The first field event will begin precisely at 8:00am. All events will start with the girls and followed by the boys. The field events will have 3 attempts only.

RUNNING EVENTS
4x100
1600M
110H/100H
400M
100M
800M
800M Sprint Medley
300H
200M
3200M
4X400M

FIELD EVENTS
Long Jump
High Jump
Triple Jump
Shot Put
Discus

Skyline Invitational

2011-02-25T11:16:00.000-08:00

Coach Ben has passed around the sign-up sheet for the Skyline Invitational this week. If you missed it and want to sign up, you MUST contact Coach Ben no later than Friday night to add your name.

Logo Wear Delivery Date

2011-02-25T11:13:00.000-08:00

Our order has been finalized and is in the hands of the vendor. Our goal is to receive all items in time for our first MVAL dual meet which is on Friday, March 18th. Once they have been received, they will be distributed at practice.

Announcement Highlights week ending 2/18/11

2011-02-17T11:26:00.000-08:00

Some of the highlights from the daily announcements given by Coach Ben this week are:

* Until further notice, all athletes must wear something long sleeved and long pants (sweats) to practice

* Practice does NOT automatically get cancelled due to inclement weather. Rain or shine, we practice.

* Due date for logo wear items is extended to Tuesday, the 22nd

* Sign-up sheet for the Skyline Invitational (March 5th) will go around next week. Everyone is encouraged to participate. It is a great 1st event of the season for all, especially for Freshmen or 1st year track & field athletes.

* Grades were distributed this week. Ben will be posting his roster in the next couple weeks so if you are eligible, STAY eligible. If you are ineligible, GET eligible.

* A student's clarinet is missing from practice. If you know where it is or if you have accidentally taken it home with you, please return it.

* As soon as winter sports are finalized, practice attendance records will be kept (see prior posting on attendance requirements)

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NOTE TO HUSKY PARENTS

2011-02-07T09:31:00.000-08:00

Please forward me your current e-mail address. This will allow me to include you in the distribution of team related information.

Also, please include your student's name so I can make the connection.

Thanks, Joyce
(joycemtaylor@pacbell.net)

2011 Team Policies

2011-02-07T08:51:00.000-08:00

WHS TRACK & FIELD

TEAM POLICIES

I. PRACTICE:

A. All team members are expected at every practice. If there is an excused absence the Head Coach will decide if the athlete is eligible to compete in the next meet.

B. Practice takes place daily. In the case of rain, the team WILL practice. Dress accordingly.

C. If you are going to miss practice, present a note to your event coach at the start of practice. A note from a parent will excuse an absence. If you are late to practice you must bring a note from the teacher/counselor that detained you in order for it to become excused. Excessive absences or tardies, EXCUSED OR NOT, will result in the athlete being dropped from the team (see below). Serve your detentions & meet w/teachers when practice is not scheduled, whenever possible.

Unexcused Absence	2.0 points against athlete
Excused Absence	1.0 point against athlete

No note will be handled as an unexcused absence. If an athlete reaches 10 points during the season he will be dismissed from the team. Attendance tracking will start on February 20th.

D. All athletes must dress for every practice - No exceptions. If you are injured, ill, or have a written excuse from your parents, you will still dress for practice but you and your event coach will determine the extent of your participation.

E. The whole team will meet together to start practice.

F. Team members should be dressed and on the field ready for practice by 3:00 PM. Practice will start promptly at 3:00 PM. Anyone who arrives after 3:00 PM is considered tardy.

G. After any roadwork, report promptly to your coach.

II. ROADWORK:

The following rules for running workouts on the roads should be strictly observed by all athletes for their own safety.

A. NEVER RUN ALONE

B. Always run on the sidewalk.

C. Never challenge a car or driver.

D. Misconduct on the roads will not be tolerated. Remember who you are & whom you represent.

E. Always report any unusual occurrences immediately upon your return to the track.

F. Always check in with your event coach when you return to the track.

III. MEET DAYS

A. C.I.F. allows an athlete to compete in a maximum of 4 events. The coaching staff will utilize the athlete’s talents to benefit 1) the team and 2) the individual. IN THAT ORDER.

B. Every athlete is expected to help make sure that the meet runs smoothly. Be willing and happy to assist.

C. Your level of competition may vary from meet to meet.

D. All athletes are expected to stay until the end of every dual meet. Parents please note this and be cooperative.

E. Athletes are permitted to leave an invitational meet following their last event provided they check out with the Head Coach.

F. Athletes are expected to provide their own transportation to selected invitational meets. This allows them to leave after their last event.

G. All athletes are permitted to go home with their own parents following the team meeting that takes place at the conclusion of every dual meet.

H. If you fail to compete in an invitational that you have been entered in, you will be held responsible for the entry fee and the accompanying discipline.

IV. ELIGIBILITY FOR AWARDS

In order to win any end of season award, the athlete must meet the following criteria.

A. The athlete must complete the season. Anyone who fails to compete in an end of season meet for which they qualified will be considered to have quit the team - NO AWARD

B. To earn a VARSITY LETTER an athlete must

1. Track & Field is a team effort, and therefore any athlete expecting to make the varsity team must commit to competing in the following meets:

a. All league competition (dual meets and league finals)

b. All C.I.F competitions

2. Earn 15 points in Varsity competition.

a. Competing in an invitational at the Varsity level will earn an athlete 1 point per event.

b. Scoring in a dual meet is 5 - 3 – 1.

c. A Frosh/Soph athlete can earn Varsity points by running at the Varsity level OR by winning a Frosh/Soph competition with a time or mark that would have scored points in that day’s Varsity competition.

3. Achieve 2 of the varsity standards

EVENT	VARSITY BOYS	VARSITY GIRLS
100m	11.6	13.6
200m	24.0	28.1
400m	53.5	64.2
800m	2:09.0	2:32.0
1600m	4:54.0	5:45.0
3200m	10:40.0	12:40.0
110H/100H	17.8	17.8
300H	44.6	52.6
400Relay	45.0	52.0
1600Relay	3:35.0	4:16.0
Pole Vault	11-6	8-6
High Jump	5-6	4-6
Long Jump	19-6	15-6
Triple Jump	39-6	31-0
Shot Put	42-6	28-0
Discus	118-0	85-0

D. The coaches will take into consideration any athlete who competes at the Varsity level yet fails to score 15 points or achieve the varsity standards.

E. All 4-year performers in the sport will have earned a Varsity letter.

V. RESPONSIBILITY OF TEAM MEMBERS

All team members are expected to treat each other with courtesy and respect.
All team members are expected to treat the entire coaching staff with courtesy and respect.
Team members are expected to attend every practice, every dual meet and every invitational they are entered in unless excused by the Head Coach.
Any circumstance that prevents a team member from attending a practice or meet must be reported to the Head Coach as soon as the athlete knows that he/she cannot attend.
All athletes are required to report all injuries to their event coach.
Team members must realize that coaching decisions are made with the welfare of the team taking precedence over the desires of any individual team member.
Violation of any team policy will be reviewed by the coaching staff and penalties will be assessed as the staff sees fit. If there are continuous minor violations (tardies, uniform, etc) the athlete will be dropped from the team.
Athletes who quit the team or have been dropped, are expected to return any/all school issued equipment within 48 hours.

Athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a manner reflecting credit upon themselves, their coaches, their parents, and their school. It is expected that all athletes will act according to the high standards that are expected from all Washington High School students. It is, of course, impossible to identify and list all possibilities for the many infractions that could result in disciplinary actions in a sport contract. We have tried to specify as much as possible, but we are aware of the limitations. We expect our athletes not only to observe the team rules, but also to integrate the spirit represented by this contract. Athletes who cannot or will not manage this will be dropped from the team.

Warm Up & Logo Wear Order Form

2011-02-05T15:18:00.001-08:00

Be sure to look for a copy of the order form distributed to the team on Wednesday's meeting. Team AND Family members are encouraged to wear our team clothing, especially at our meets. I will be continuing to pass out these order forms at practice for 2 weeks. All orders, with payment, is due on February 18th.

Thanks! Joyce

2011 Competition Schedule

2011-01-25T21:48:00.000-08:00

Sat., March 5th, Event: Skyline Invitational, @ Skyline HS

Sat., March 12th, Event: Cougar Invitational @ Newark Memorial HS

Wed., March 16th, Event: MVAL meet vs Logan & Kennedy @Logan HS

Sat., March 19, Event: Washington Husky Field Event Invitational @ TAK

Sat., March 19, Event: Dublin Distance Fiesta @ Dublin HS

Fri/Sat, Mar 25th & 26th, Event: Chabot Relays @ Chabot College

Sat., March 26th, Event: Stanford Invitational**, @ Stanford

Wed.., March 30, Event: MVAL meet vs Newark @ Newark HS

Fri/Sat, April 8th & 9th, Event: Arcadia Invitational **, @ Arcadia

Wed., April 13th, Event: MVAL meet vs Irvington, @ TAK (WHS host with SNACK BAR)

Friday, April 15th, Event: Woody Wilson **, @ UC Davis

Thurs., April 21st, Event: MVAL meet vs Mission @ TAK (WHS host with SNACK BAR)

Fri/Sat, April 22rd & 23rd, Event: James Logan Top 8 @ James Logan HS

Sat., April 30th, Event: Sacramento MOC ** @ Hughes Stadium

Wed., May 4th, Event: MVAL meet vs American @ TAK (WHS will provide SNACK BAR)

Friday, May 6th, Spaghetti Feed

Wed/Thur/Fri May 11th/12th/13th Event: MVAL Championships @ James Logan HS

Sat., May 21st, Event: NCS Championships** @ James Logan HS

Fri/Sat, May 27th & 28th, Event: MOC Championships** @ Edwards Stadium, Berkeley

Fri/Sat, June 3rd & 4th, Event: State CIF Championships** @ Buchanan HS, Clovis

Tuesday June 7, Team Banquet

** only qualifying times/distances will go

FYI: just for fun, be on the look out for "Movie Nights" announcements

Banquet Poems:

2010-06-18T10:47:00.000-07:00

2009:

O Track and Field

O Field and Track

The characters on this team we do not lack.

Each athlete on this team must play their role,

Even those weird ones who use a pole.

We come in all sizes and shapes

Starting with the throwers who are as strong as apes.

We have the distance runners who run forever

And the sprinter types who say to those miles, "Absolutely never!"

We have the jumpers who have springs in their feet

And each must do their best on the day of the meet.

When you put in the work from July to June

You'll have the chance to see Target in the light of the moon.

So whether it's friends, competition, Arcadia, buses, or the "Cool Runnings" theme,

You're pretty much always welcome on the Washington High School Track and Field Team.

2010:

Run, Jump, Throw, Dig Deep,

This is the motto our team wanted to keep.

In order to rep the orange and black

We showed up every day inside of Tak.

With our short shorts on and our laces tied tight

We toed the line ready for a beastly dog fight.

Our muscles looked ripped and our hearts pounded in our chest

As the competition looked on to see us at our best.

The throws were astounding and the jumps surprised all

With their graceful beauty that made the spectator's jaws fall.

But the season is over and we all did fine,

So let's just sit back, relax, feast, and dine.

Mission Dual

2010-05-06T07:38:00.000-07:00

Boys F/S lost (52-82) to a team that outnumbered us by a lot. F/S finsihes the season with a record of 3-3. Girls JV won with a score of 73-61. Final record is 5-1. Girls varsity won a close one 69.5-66.5. Record, 3-3. Boys varsity won 79-57. Record, 5-1. In the process were some great performances and gutsy races. Also, Jesse Reist broke the school pole vault record with a jump of 9'6". And Stephanie Van Sprakelaar tied the old mark of 9'0". Excellent job! We have MVAL finals next week, which should prove to be great competetion to achieve some great marks.

Spaghetti Dinner Thanks

2010-05-01T21:54:00.000-07:00

I thought last nights fundraiser was a success. As our first try at an event such as this, it was also a learning experience. Next year we will do it even better. For everyone who bought & sold tickets, you were great. Especially Mr. Petersen who sold 50 tickets. Thanks to the team who set up and took down the tables & chairs in an efficient & speedy manner!

I need to mention special thanks to all the people who helped do all the work that made dinner & raffle possible. Brenda DuCoty, Carmen Rodriguez, Robyn Padilla, Lucy Rich, Nannette Dunford, Agnes Vernot, Shawn Taylor, Rosemary Mason, Catherine Sanchez, Barbara Chavez & Angela Yee. You are all awesome - thanks for doing what needed to be done.

All of the raffle prizes were donated by local individuals & companies and it would be great to show our appreciation to them by shopping at the following stores or doing business with: WalMart (Albrae), Cloverleaf Bowl, Club Sport, BJ's Restaurant, Premier Design Jewelry by Heidi Beck, Round Table Pizza, Claim Jumper Restaurant, Commercial Environment Landscape, Rite Aid. Special thanks for raffle prize donations by private donors Robert & Emelia Powell & Shawn Taylor.

Coach Ben was in charge of the auctions & entertainment which was wonderful. Thanks Ben and all who participated in the evenings activities. Next year we will have a microphone so everyone can enjoy what was happening up front. We especially enjoyed seeing you get $100 for a relay team to wash 2 cars!

We are well on our way toward our goal of having matching uniforms for the 2011 season.

My sincere thanks to everyone who participated in any way.

Joyce

Woody Wilson

2010-04-19T09:44:00.000-07:00

Good job to the people who qualified and competed at Woody Wilson in Davis. The boys distance medley team placed second, and the girls distance medley team broke the school record by 9 seconds!

Dig Deep

2010-04-13T21:22:00.000-07:00

There is more to life than just school and track and field. Because this team is more than just athletes, we are doing a fundraiser to raise money for the people of Pokot in Western Kenyan. These people walk long distances to get water from this hole in the ground. The thought process going into this was to give a penny for every point we score in dual meets or any amount you want to contribute to raising money for clean water. This might be in the form of a water tank or a bore hole (hence the name "Dig Deep") We dig deep within ourselves to achieve our best on the track and dig deep for water. If you are interested in contributing or want to participate email Coach Vose or ask him for the fundraiser sheet.

Spring Break!

2010-04-05T13:20:00.000-07:00

Hope everybody is enjoying their break. Although school is taking a rest, the team is still working out at 10am. If you are in town, come to practice. If not, do your best to do something so you don't lose your fitness. Last week we competed against Kennedy. I am pleased with how the team is progressing, and it showed last week in our dual meet. Although I am not terribly concerned with wins and losses, it is a good indicator of how we are doing as a whole. The scores last week were: F/S Boys: 71-51 (WIN), JV Girls: 78-48 (WIN), Varsity Boys: 103-30 (WIN), Varsity Girls: 138-4 (WIN). Next week we are competing against Newark on Wednesday. We are really going to have to put our best foot forward if we want to compete for the win. So be sure to put in the work this week and prepare for some good competition next week.

Book Collection Fundraiser

2010-03-26T13:32:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! There is a new fundraiser is being introduced to the team on Friday March 26th.

We will be collecting used books with collection bins made available starting Monday, March 29th through Thursday, April 29th

Each group will be responsible for emptying collection bins and delivering them to Mrs. Taylor at the start of each days practice/meet according to the following schedule:

Monday.........Throwers

Tuesday........Runners (includes hurdles)

Wednesday...Distance

Thursday......Runners (includes hurdles)

Friday...........Jumpers (includes vault)

This is intended to be broad in scope and should be announced to friends, relatives, neighbors, teachers, co-workers, anyone else you can think of. Please spread the word so we can gather as many books as possible.

The collected books will be sold to an online service and half-price-books, depending on the greater value. Any books we cannot sell will be donated to the Alameda County Library system.

Please contact Joyce Taylor if you need additional fliers. (joycemtaylor@pacbell.net)

vs American

2010-03-18T22:20:00.000-07:00

Final scores: F/S Boys-67-54 (WIN); JV Girls-105-21 (WIN) Var Boys-75-60 (WIN); Var Girls-63-72 (Loss)

You all did a great job. Everybody (almost) did what they were supposed to do, had a great attitude, and even picked up (most) of the trash at the end of the meet.

Remember, if you are interested in going to the movie night at Coach Ben's house Friday March 18 from 6:30 to whenever, be sure to get his address at practice or email.

Fundraising

2010-03-15T21:40:00.000-07:00

Be sure to give Coach Ben the postcards or $20 donation. If this is not received, it is highly unlikely that you will receive any awards at the end of the year. It is this money that allows the team to go to invitationals and get equipment and uniforms.

Cougar Invite

2010-03-14T08:39:00.001-07:00

The distance medley team took first to start off the day that included many medals. Their time moved them up to the # 6 spot on the Washington top ten list.

Skyline Newbies

2010-03-12T20:40:00.000-08:00

Logo Wear Delivery

2010-03-12T17:57:00.000-08:00

We are still on track with all the warm ups, sweats and t-shirts being delivered before our first league meet. In a perfect world you will have them on Wednesday after practice but the world is not perfect. So . . . prepare for the possibility that they may be issued just before the meet starts on Thursday. Your cooperation and PATIENCE during the distribution time will be necessary and appreciated. We received almost 90 orders so it will be quite a production.

WE WILL NOT RELEASE ANY ORDERS TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE NAME ON THE ORDER FORM. DO NOT SEND YOUR FRIEND TO PICK UP YOUR ORDER.

Once you receive your order, take 90 seconds to check that you were issued the correct item(s) and size(s). Your order form will be included with your items so you can check these details immediately.

Once you leave the distribution area, we cannot be held responsible for any missing or incorrect items. If you find a discrepancy, report it to the volunteer that handed you your order immediately.

Skyline Invitational

2010-03-07T14:55:00.000-08:00

Well, the first competition is in the books, and overall it was a job well done to all the participants. We had several top six finishes that included a first by Seth Eddings in the discus, first by Ben Rich in the 1600, and a first in the boys distance medley. All the newcomers overcame nerves to establish a baseline for them to improve upon. Unfortunately only a few athletes went. Remember, although optional, to be considered for a varsity, jv, or frosh/soph letter it is important to participate in the invitationals.

Jewelry in Competition

2010-03-03T13:08:00.000-08:00

FYI - some officials are more strict than others but it is better to be safe than sorry . . .

CLARIFICATION OF THE NFHS RULES BOOK CONCERNING JEWELRY
Track & Field and Cross Country athletes are prohibited from competing while wearing jewelry. (Track & Field RULE 4, 3-6, X C - Rule 9, 5-7 NFHS 2008 Rules Book). The only exception to this rule is religious and medical medals if not detached, must be taped to the body. A watch may be worn. While not inclusive, the following are some examples of allowed vs. prohibited items.

Examples of Legal Items:
One watch – worn on the wrist
Religious medal – Medal must be taped to the body under the uniform.
Medical alert bracelet – taped to the wrist with the faceplate showing.
Insulin Pump – approved and verified in writing from physician
Heart monitor – only with physician’s statement documenting the need.
Atomizer - only with physician’s statement documenting the need
Glasses – preferred framed to eliminate the chance of injury
Sunglasses – preferred framed to eliminate the chance of injury
Rubber bands or elastic bands to control the hair – even if the elastic band has a small piece of metal. (Additional – girls may wear ribbons in the hair that match the school colors) not extreme.
A scrunchie or ribbon to control the hair – maximum of two ribbons in total – school colors.
Tattoo – unless objectionable – if objectionable it must be covered.
Regulation headband or knit cap – Must be unadorned except for school name, school nickname, or school mascot, school colors.
Regulation “sweat band” for the head when needed - Must be unadorned except for school name, school nickname, or school mascot, school colors.
An American Flag, not to exceed 2 X 3 inches.
One manufacture’s logo/ trademark is permitted on each piece of apparel which does not exceed 2 ¼ square inches and may not exceed 2 ¼ inches in any direction.

Examples of Illegal Items:
No chains or necklaces.
Cloth/ yarn/ hemp /etc., bracelets.
Rubber band or bands on wrist/ ankle.
Earrings – even if covered with tape.
Rings or any other jewelry/ piercing (ie, navel rings, tongue rings, eyebrow rings, and other pierced body parts)
Barrettes or bobby pins/ beads/etc.
Face/ body paint and or stickers, Glitter.
Baseball hats, scarves, bandannas, do-rags, etc.
Pins, except to hold on competitor numbers.
Ribbons, pins, etc. Attached to the shoes/ shoes/ laces (exception-computer chips)

Clerks, the meet Referee, starters, and Field Event Judges, etc. must still do preventive officiating

Uniforms Being Distributed

2010-03-03T12:57:00.000-08:00

This week athletes are checking out uniforms. Those who are competing in the Skyline Invitational will be first. You must check out the uniform by type & size of jersey and shorts. At the end of the season, all uniforms must be returned. Make sure you get all items checked in to avoid any confusion or being held responsible for items you returned.

You may wear under your uniform a solid color "Under Armour" type of t-shirt or short. This is to be one color and must blend with the uniform worn over it.

Coach Ben has suggested that any new runners might consider purchasing a pair of spikes but it is optional and up to the individual.

For rules clarification on the wearing of jewelry, see the post titled: Jewelry in Competition

2010 Fund Raising

2010-02-13T09:08:00.000-08:00

One of the things I love most about the track & field team is that everyone is welcome, accepted and there are no financial commitments required to be on the team. Anyone who has a desire and is willing to do the work is encouraged to join the team. We are different in that aspect and it is a GOOD difference.

However, funding the team is still necessary and, do I need to say it, the FUSD isn't in a position to help out much.

We have quite a few financial needs (and wants) this year. The #1 item is always entry fees for the invitational meets we traditionally compete in. After that, we have committed to purchasing our own throwers cage. This will allow our throwers to complete their MVAL competitions in one day like the rest of the team (they have had to throw discus at a borrowed facility on one day then throw shot at TAK during the actual meet). We are also looking to purchase our own starting blocks as well as buying new team uniforms.

It all adds up to a lot of money so fund raising is going to start now! The following has been approved and is in the works as we speak. Please MARK YOUR CALENDAR'S and do what you can to help with the fund raising efforts.

Husky Challenge Postcards - (Starts very soon) Everyone should know how this works but I will give you a quick run-down in case you are new or have forgotten. Each member of the team will be given 5 postcards asking for cash donations. Fill them out with the name and address of friends, neighbors and/or relatives then return to Coach Ben. We will place postage on the cards and mail them. It is simple and there is no pressure. We encourage EVERYONE to provide just 5 names because if only 2 people of the 5 postcards mailed sends in $10 checks, it is well worth it to the team. (just ask for more cards if you need them)

Eat at Rubios (Fresh Mexican Grill) - (Monday, March 1st) Everyone will be given flyers to pass out. They should go to friends, teachers, neighbors, grocery store clerks, people at work, basically - - anyone & everyone. This flyer encourages people to eat at Rubio's (located at Pacific Commons, near Lowes) between 5pm - 9pm. The team will get 20% of all the money spent at Rubio's. The flyer MUST BE PRESENTED at the time of purchase.

Used book collection/recycle - (March 1st - April 30th) This will be an ongoing collection for 2 months. We will place collection bins near the office and student center as well as at all MVAL meets held at TAK. All books will be sold to an online collection source or to half price books on a rotating basis.

Eat at Sweet Tomatoes - (Thursday, April 8th) same info as "Rubio's" and again, the flyer MUST BE PRESENTED at the time of purchase.

Spaghetti Feed & Raffle - (Friday, April 30th) Team members will be asked to sell meal tickets. We will serve the standard, spaghetti w/sauce, bread, salad & drinks. Desert will be sold separately. Raffle tickets will be sold for prizes collected. (we are already looking for raffle prizes so any help with this is appreciated)

MORE INFO WILL BE COMING . . . keep checking the Blog for updates and/or e-mail's from me (joyce taylor)

Links

2009-10-16T10:29:00.000-07:00

Training:http://gamespeed.net/ (Sprints)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2dvjZU-wKg (200)
http://completetrackandfield.com/complete-track-and-field-reports/

http://coacheseducation.com/ (Everything)

PV links (Pole Vault)

http://www.everythingtrackandfield.com/ (Everything)

http://www.runningonline.com/zine/How_To/Field_Events/ (Everything)

Distance Calculator

News and Results:

www.dyestatcal.com

Cross Country Express

http://www.flotrack.org/

http://track-superfan.blogspot.com/

Injury Prevention and Health:

Good Job!

2008-06-11T12:16:00.000-07:00

Well done on a great 2008 season. We saw many school records fall, PRs, and a great postseason. Both Boys and Girls Varsity finished with a 4-2 record. That is the best boys varsity record in many years. Thanks for working so hard and contributing to this team. It is really paying off and will continue to pay off for years to come. See you next year for those returning and good luck to those of you who are graduating!

CONGRATS!!

2008-04-04T12:44:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Beth Raymond for breaking the school 1600 record. She also broke the 3200 record at Hampton Phillips. Keep up the good work.

Pics

2008-03-16T17:25:00.000-07:00

School Records Varsity Boys

2008-01-12T15:54:00.000-08:00

WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
BOYS VARSITY SCHOOL RECORDS
100 Meters
Marvin Love- 10.65 (1994)

200 Meters
Marvin Love- 21.83 (1994)

400 Meters
Jack Parsons- 48.7O (1961)

800 Meters
Rich Sternberg- 1:54.5O (1971)

1500 Meters
Reed Wakley- 4:14.2O (1987)

1600 Meters
Rusty Nahirney- 4:08.2O (1974)

3200 Meters
Bob Grubbs- 8:51.4O (1972)

100 Meter HH
Chad LaFever- 14.1O (1980)

300 Meter LH
Eddie Carbin- 37.7O 1988)

4x100 Meter Relay
K. Kazares, J. Murdica, D. Nelson, M. Brooks
-43.01 (1986)

4x200 Meter Relay

4x400 Meter Relay
Mike Dean, Jaime Zellers, Tommy Burns III, Steve Freeman
-3:19.2I (1996)

4x800 Meter Relay
Krish Patel, Tyler Ocon, Ranvir Dhillon, Ben Rich
-8:31.66 (2008)

4x1600 Meter Relay
Krish Patel, Tyler Ocon, Ranvir Dhillon, Ben Rich
-19:40 (2007)

Sprint Medley
(100, 100, 200, 400)

Distance Medley
(1200, 400, 800, 1600)
Ben Rich, Chad Cose, Krish Patel, Ranvir Dhillon
-10:35.72 (2009)

Long Jump
Eddie Carbin- 23' 9.25" 1988)

Triple Jump
Mike Carbin- 46' 07" (2002)

High Jump
Jerrod Miles- 6' 08" (1988)

Shot Put
Conrad Jepson- 63' 9.5" (1976)

Discus
Karman Pazdel- 170' 6" (1988)

Pole Vault
Joe Sullivan- 14' 8.5" (1981)

School Record Varsity Girls

2008-01-12T15:34:00.000-08:00

WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
GIRLS VARSITY SCHOOL RECORDS
100 Meters
Tricia Jacinto- 12.2O (1994)

200 Meters
Tricia Jacinto- 25.1O (1994)

400 Meters
Lisa Valenzuela- 58.3O (1977)

800 Meters
Kris Reardon- 2:19.5O (1987)

1500 Meters
Beth Raymond- 5:02 (2007)

1600 Meters
Jessica Gerards- 5:17.33 (2010)

3200 Meters
Beth Raymond- 11:05.84 (2008)

100 Meter HH
Tammy Rush- 14.6O (1981)

300 Meter LH
Katie Hadley- 45.67 (1991)

4x100 Meter Relay
Sara Snow, Carey Moyles, Tricia Jacinto, Kim Little
-49.09 (1994)

4x200 Meter Relay
Elizabeth Lim, Sara Snow, Tricia Jacinto, Carey Moyles
-1:48.6O (1994)

4x400 Meter Relay
Sheri Gutierrez, Anita Cooper, Kris Reardon, Rhonda Martin
-4:00.6O (1987)

4x800 Meter Relay
Jackie Sloves, Erika Gerards, Beth Raymond, Lyla Rayyan
-9:58.5 (2007)

4x1600 Meter Relay
Jackie Sloves, Beth Raymond, Lyla Rayyan, Allison Gower
-22:47.9 (2007)

Sprint Medley
(100, 100, 200, 400)
Emily Welch, Mikail Price, Chelsea Price, Alexa Bloom
-(2003)

Distance Medley
(1200, 400, 800, 1600)
Jessica Gerards, Rachel Gerards, Roquel Martinez, Jessica Reist
-13:07.61 (2010)

Long Jump
Carey Moyles- 17' 9.75" (2010)

Triple Jump
Carey Moyles- 37' 2.25" (1994)

High Jump
Marcie Ove / Tammy Ruth- 5' 04" (1980 / 1981)

Shot Put
Laura DeSnoo- 44' 0.5" (1981)

Discus
Laura DeSnoo- 167' 1" (1981)

Pole Vault
Jessica Reist/Stephanie van Sprakelaar- 9'6" (2010/2010)

School Records Frosh/Soph Boys

2008-01-12T15:15:00.000-08:00

WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
BOYS FROSH / SOPH SCHOOL RECORDS
100 Meters
Troy Brooks / Mike Brooks- 11.20 (1978/1974)

200 Meters
Tommie Burns III- 22.61 (1995)

400 Meters
Dorian Preacher / Chad LaFever- 51.7O (1987 / 1978)

800 Meters
Erick Webb- 1:59.OO (1974)

1500 Meters
Ben Rich- 4:23.96 (2008)

1600 Meters
Bill Hiller- 4:25.OO (1975)

3200 Meters
Chuck Mork- 9:29.4O (1975)

65 Meter HH
Stephen Cheung- 9.92 (2010)

110 Meter HH
Joe Green- 16.4O (1988)

300 Meter IH
Tim Dorrance- 41.7O (1989)

4x100 Meter Relay
Bruce Yee, Jamie Zellers,Mike Dean, Tommie Burns III
-45.83 (1995)

4x200 Meter Relay
Bruce Yee, Mark McKelvey, Mike Dean, Tommie Burns III
-1:37.6O (1995)

4x400 Meter Relay
Mike Dean, Jamie Zellers, Biji John, Tommie Burns III
-3:30.2 (1995)

4x800 Meter Relay
Krish Patel, Ben Rich, Tyler Ocon, Ranvir Dhillon
-9:02.75 (2007)

4x1600 Meter Relay
Krish Patel, Ben Rich, Tyler Ocon, Ranvir Dhillon
-19:40 (2007)

Sprint Medley
(100, 100, 200, 400)

Distance Medley
(1200, 400, 800, 1600)
Krish Patel, Matt Padilla, Tyler Ocon, Ben Rich
-11:29 (2007)

Long Jump
Ken Flaig- 21' 8.5" (1973)

Triple Jump
Gary Payton- 43' 1" (1956)

High Jump
Loren Titsworth- 6' 5" (1973)

Shot Put
Conrad Jepson- 60' 1" (1974)

Discus
Scot Rohovit- 161" 7" (1978)

Pole Vault
John McCoy- 13' 4.25" (1977)