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Meet Info for MGM Viking Invite meet at MGM HS on Friday, Feb 28:
Will we be excused / dismissed from school?
Yes, but ONLY those on the competition list above will be excused from 6th and 7th periods on Friday. You will need to make arrangements with your teachers to make up missed work. All are welcome to come to the meet after school ends to support the team. If we need an alternate/replacement for a race and you are ready and willing, we will try to get you in.
Will there be transportation?
We will have a bus to take us to the meet on Friday. ONLY those who drive to school that day will be allowed to drive to the meet. All others must ride the bus with the rest of the team. You may not ride to the meet with a friend/teammate. You should be picked up from the meet unless you drive yourself there.
What should I wear?
For these first two meets, if you have any Baker track uniform pieces, bring all you have. If you don’t have uniform bottoms, you can wear navy, white or gray shorts or tights (or sweats if it’s really cold). For tops, you can wear a navy, white or gray Baker t-shirt or plain t-shirt (or sweatshirt if it’s really cold). Nothing can say “Baker Football”, or any other sport or club/organization. “Baker Track” or just “Baker” is ok.
What should I eat?
It is usually a good idea to eat a light, protein-rich meal 2-3 hours before you compete. If there is a large gap between your events, you should eat a light snack 1-2 hours before your next event. Don’t compete on an empty stomach. You need energy for your event(s). Also, don’t eat a large meal right before you compete.
What should I do at the meet?
We will have a team area designated with a tent or two. We want everyone to hang out near our tent so we can help you warm up on time and don’t miss your event(s). It is your responsibility to check in when they call for your event. Help your team by listening to announcements and keeping them aware of upcoming events. Veteran athletes, help the newer athletes to know where to check in and whatever else they need help with. Newer athletes, ask a veteran athlete for help if you are unsure what to do or where to go. Coaches will be very busy getting times and marks and helping other athletes with their events.
When can I leave?
You should plan to be at every meet until it ends. If you need to leave early, you should check out with your event coach first. Things can change during the meet and we may need you to fill in for another athlete. Be ready and available to do whatever the team needs. Baker is expected to place as a team at each meet so we need to have athletes there to accept our trophies at the end of the meet.
Practice Cancellation Updates:
None right now
NOTE: We are adding Fridays to the practice schedule for the remainder of the season. We will not practice on meet days. Plan accordingly.
We will also practice some during Mardi Gras Break. Check back here and on the Heja app for up-to-date info.
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Practice Info:
* ON SCHOOL DAYS, regular practice times are 2:50pm - 4:30pm Monday - Friday *
DragonFly: Make sure you have completed the eligibility steps. It should say you are 100% complete.
See Coach Oliver if you have any trouble with DragonFly.
For the indoor season, there will not be a team fee.
Those who are competing in an indoor meet will be required to pay a fee to cover the costs of transportation (if provided) and for entry into the meet.
The OUTDOOR TEAM FEE is $100 and is for all athletes training with the team during the outdoor season (Feb. 3 - May 3). Due Feb 7th.
The UNIFORM FEE is $75 and is for all athletes who will compete in track meets this year. The last set of uniforms will be ordered on Friday, Feb. 7th (only for those who have paid) and the uniform is yours to keep forever. Due Feb 7th.
Team Philosophy
It is our goal each year to provide a memorable and rewarding team experience for all athletes. All athletes are required to commit and sacrifice for the greater good of the TEAM. All athletes will have the opportunity to train and compete in this sport by attending practice and working hard. Attendance and participation at practice are a MUST. Athletes must have pride in what they are doing each day for the team. This is a competitive team, not a form of recreation. All athletes are expected to give varsity-level effort every day.
Communication
All current information regarding the track and field team will be shared via the team’s REMIND group and is posted on the team page at the school’s website, bakerhighschool.com/trackandfield. All weekly announcements, documents, schedules, and forms are also posted on the Track & Field page. Athletes and parents are responsible for keeping up with the weekly announcements either directly from the coaches, from the Remind group, or from the team webpage.
THERE IS NEVER AN EXCUSE FOR NOT KNOWING WHAT’S GOING ON.
Honesty & Respect
These are considered the most important values on this team. Track athletes who fail to display either of these core values may be immediately dismissed from the team. Athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a manner reflecting themselves, their coaches, their parents and their school. It is expected that all athletes will act according to the standards of Baker High School student-athletes. Remember that track and field is a TEAM sport at Baker. It is not always the fastest or best that will compete, but the most committed EVERY DAY.
Coaches’ Expectations
1. Dedication and commitment to your sport (100% effort)
2. Be on time with your watch (distance only), shoes, and appropriate running clothes!
3. Be mentally and physically ready for the dayΚΌs training session.
4. Have a positive attitude with a constant desire to improve.
5. Support and contribute to your team, respecting yourself, teammates and coaches.
6. Put away your excuses. Don’t bring them to any practice or meet.
Team Practices
1. After school practices are from 2:50pm to 4:30pm
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
2. Anyone missing a practice should
inform a coach ahead of time.
3. Injured athletes are still
expected to come to practices, attend role call and will be given alternative
workout activities or sent home with workout suggestions.
4. WEATHER WILL NOT HINDER OUR TEAM’S SUCCESS. We are an “All-Weather Team.”
Athletes are responsible for being prepared for wet
and/or cold weather. Practicing in the rain does NOT get you sick.
5. SPRING BREAK falls on Sectional Qualifying Meet week, which is the most important point of our season.
Spring Break practices are mandatory for athletes preparing to compete in Sectionals and State.
1. Arrive at the meet in your uniform and warmups or a Baker T-shirt. We should look like a team.
Stay in
your team uniform, T-shirt and/or warmups until you leave the meet.
2. When the team has decided upon a
tent spot, the entire team will warm up together.
Please pay attention to facility
layout and discuss questions with the team and/or coaches.
3. Relax before your race. Don’t wear yourself out by playing around. If you want to cheer for your team before you run, that is fine.
Afterward, return to the shade to sit and relax.
4. Warm-up with your team mates. As a rule of thumb, start your warm up about 30-40 min before your race is scheduled to begin.
Remember to give yourself time to use the restroom and get
your spikes on between your warmup, stretching, drills and the race.
5. Cheer for your teammates,
especially when you are finished with your race(s).
6. When your race is over, you are
expected to do a 10 minute warm down with team
members who have also just
completed their race.
7. Bring plenty of food and water to see you through the entire meet. Try to avoid eating unhealthy food choices while at the meet.
This could negatively affect your performance.