Dig Deep

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!

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

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

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

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

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.

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