Running Track in a Winter Wonderland
Winter Track and Field, a sport in which many participants enjoy getting fit for spring and for competition in the cold season. There are various events that are in winter track and field, from long distance and sprints, to throwing and jumping events.
“Running is pretty fun, I also enjoy the snowball fights,” sophomore Jack Wetzel said.
Many people find the winter season to be a wonderful time to start preparing for the spring season. It is beneficial for conditioning and for devising plans for the future.
“[I’m most looking forward to] improving on all of my times from last year,” junior Alec Sunners said.
There are many events that members of the track and field team participate in. Whether it’s running distance or sprints, or showing talent in field events, the track team looks to achieve success in this winter season.
The team bonds throughout the season and looks forward to their next season, in the spring.
“Winter track lets me stay in shape during the winter and prepares me for our spring season,” junior Angela Justin said.
As their conditioning continues, the team members hope to improve from their past events as they look on to their first track meet.
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