For most of us here in the South, we're well underway of a new start to the school year. A new year for coaches means cuts and roster changes of athletes. For track and field coaches, that means courting athletes (and parents) with misperceived notions about this sport and its purpose. Track and field is the perceived "easy" sport to join if you can't make the cut in another sport. Didn't make the soccer team? Join track. Cut from basketball? Try track. Don't want to be in P. E. class? Sign up for track. Want to
Stop Choosing Easy
Stop Choosing Easy
Stop Choosing Easy
For most of us here in the South, we're well underway of a new start to the school year. A new year for coaches means cuts and roster changes of athletes. For track and field coaches, that means courting athletes (and parents) with misperceived notions about this sport and its purpose. Track and field is the perceived "easy" sport to join if you can't make the cut in another sport. Didn't make the soccer team? Join track. Cut from basketball? Try track. Don't want to be in P. E. class? Sign up for track. Want to