Stack Attack

Well boys, it’s finally happened. That’s right JC, the Bulldog, Madey is in charge today.

A lot happened today, but the most important was the fact the Ethan Stack (2010 graduate) made his coaching debut today, cheering the boys on while we worked. He encouraged us by telling us that this “was an easy workout”. Somehow, it actually worked. Good thing you’re back Stack, your leadership and coaching will undoubtedly make a difference in every runner.

Congratulations to the Runners of the Week for Week One. Martini pulled a solid varsity race (his first career varsity race) to earn the varsity honors. Joshua Pribe and Patrick Foglamesh Callahan pulled in superb performances for the JV team at the Nike Kickoff to earn JV honors. Last but certainly not least, Del Castio earned the Freshman Runner of the Week honors. Congrats to all that won. Everyone keep working to earn these honors and the FREE chocolate milk. Click here for more details on the winners.

As for the workout today, the team ran a variety of distances on the 800m loop at Des Pres. The top groups had a ferocious 1 mile, 2 800’s, 4 400’s, and 2 200’s. The JV squad and freshmen also has similar workouts. Everyone went to town on this workout, as group after group hit their splits. Even coach Rob had only good things to say about today’s workout. Some of the runners headed straight home from the park, but others headed back to De Smet for well deserved chocolate milk after such a tough workout.

A special shout out to Alex Potter, as he ran very well today in his first workout in long time. It seems as though he is getting back into shape, and is looking to make a solid return to the varsity squad asap.

Also, remember to wash your uniforms (hopefully you already have) and prepare to bring them on THURSDAY. Coach wants us to have them a day early for pictures on Friday, so don’t mess up this simple task.

Great job to everyone on the workout today. I saw nothing but positive and upbeat attitudes. Keep up the hard work; it all pays off in the end.
—The Bulldog—

We took the Summer Training Shirt Picture. If you think the shirt is awesome then put in those miles this winter and get one. Not pictured: Hussmann.

Quote of the Day: “Had to bash some heads and crack some skulls”- Hussmann after coach asked him how the workout went. Jack took on a coaching role today because of his boot. He had a clipboard and a group so you know it was official.

Best Dressed: Steve. In the first practice after his birthday, it was his day when it came to looking good. He matched his shirt and shorts like a seasoned veteran. What made it even better that it was a unique shade of blue. The Saucony shirt and gray shorts with matching stripe showed that Steve meant business on workout day. Nice job Steve and Happy Birthday.
—kabes—