Practice Makes Perfect

We have three practices under our belts, but there are more spaces available to highschoolers who wish to join. You are welcome to attend practice no matter how much experience you have, from beginner to track star. Kids who are on other teams are welcome to practice, as well.

Practices are being held on Saturday mornings at the running track at Pershing (3900 South) and Cottage Grove (about 600 East). The running track is lightly used, has a soft, grippy, rubber surface, and provides a nice grass infield. There is a water fountain at the park, and bathroom facilities across the street. However, there's not much to eat around, so get a breakfast in.

We're giving a shout out to Peter Arzate for perfect attendance so far. And it shows. Peter has mastered the toe clip exercises, is getting better at turning on the bike and pointing while riding straight, and he's able to pick up and carefully place his water bottle in the grass (even though he claims to have short arms). He's also getting pretty fast, and more importantly, he's getting comfortable learning a little strategy. But he should watch out for Andre, Antonio, and Justin . . .

The girls have represented with Reneka, Ashley, and Dominique testing out the track bikes we provide. If any other girls have questions at the track, these three would be good people to ask.