EMass . . . Proud to be a part of it . . .

As a runner, I viewed today's EMass from a perspective from which none of you can, at this point, relate.  Specifically, distance running is alive and well!  I am in awe of some of the performances by these "kids."  Whitman-Hanson has some great, I mean GREAT athletes.  Today, they went up against some really GREAT athletes.  My reaction to today's results, initially anyway, was one of disappointment.  But after a 60 minute bus ride home,  I concluded our kids are extraordinary.  Today's results:

GIRLS:

4     Nicole Norve  19:38
49   Olivia Morse  21:05
87   Julia Cosgrave  22:00
107 Lilly Perkins  22:48
108 Maeve Rooney  22:49
116 Camryn Boyce  23:06
121 Victoria Carleton  23:18

BOYS:

16    Jack Ryan  17:14
30    Andrew Newman  17:34
38    Lukas Moscoso   17:45
43   Bryce Pulkinen   17:50
65   Cam Wilson   18:11
140 Joe Coletti   19:29
146 Alex Uva   19:35

OK, the results are NOT extraordinary, but be assured our kids ARE!!  14 kids working through injury, illness and exhaustion is evidence of that.

Following the meet I spoke with the Captains who agree that the year end banquet should be held sooner rather than later.  We are shooting for a November 22 date.  We may have to forego a video presentation, but we will have pizza, awards, and a guest speaker.  OK, I am the speaker.  Sorry to put you through it.  This year I may have something interesting to say for a change.

Tomorrow is a day off for all.  In fact, other than Nicole, take the next two weeks off.  Indoor Track & Field gets underway November 28.  I would tell you I am looking forward to it (I will be), but I am still in XC mode . . .

And today's game ball . . . Sarah Jacobs.  She understands she may never win a race, but she LOVES being on this team and at the end of the day she is a tremendous teammate and our consummate cheerleader.  Overwhelmed by the poster . . . not to mention the Halloween costume!!  Great job, Sara!

PIC:  No, you did not finish last.  But take pride in the fact you worked hard for the past 3 months and accomplished personal and team goals.  OK, couldn't resist "trumps".  You're the best . . .