What to Bring

1. Gym Bag
2. Uniform Singlet and Shorts
3. Sweats
4. Running Shoes
5. Spikes/Throwing Shoes
6. Weather appropriate gear - Check the forecast and be prepared!  If it is going to be cold, bring LOTS of layers.  If it is going to rain, bring raingear.  It is better to be over prepared than underprepared!

        Reminders

1. Pick up a meet sheet and bring it to the meet.  This has all the info you need to know about the meet -- bus schedule, what you are running, the order of events, starting times, etc.
2. Be on the bus on time!  Don't make us wait for you!
3. Know the order of events for the meet (this is for you Lindsey Becker) so that you know when your event is coming up.
4. Check in with the clerk for ALL of your events.  They are usually located in the spur of the track near the starting line of the 100m Dash.  Be sure to check in well ahead of time (30 minutes).
5. No jewelry is allowed during competition.  Don't get DQed!
6. If you are in a relay, be sure you have a baton and markers BEFORE going to check in and get warmed up.
7. Allow plenty of time (30 - 45 minutes) to warm up for your event.  A proper warm up leads to a more prepared and focused athlete who will have better performances and fewer injuries.  Talk to your event coach about the right way to warm up.
8. Be sure you are on time to your event.  Don't be that person who misses their event!
9. Remember that a false start = a DQ.
10. Keep your sweats on if you are between events.  Keep those muscles warm and recognize that you'll need to warm up again for your next event.
11. If you are doing 2 events at once inform the officials running the events.  Running events take precedent over field events BUT get as many attempts in as you can before leaving for your running event (you won't need to leave until the event before yours is being run).
12. Be positive and supportive of your teammates.  If you aren't doing anything, go watch a field event and cheer them on.
13. Be focused on the meet and your preparation.  Know what is going on around you and know how your teammates and the team are doing.  Don't allow yourself to get distracted by boyfriends or girlfriends.
14. All athletes are expected to remain at the meet until it is over.  Your teammates will appreciate your support and you might be needed to run if someone is injured.  Cool down laps after the meet should be completed as a TEAM.  If you are riding home with your parents be sure to inform the coach who is in charge of the bus.  (You may not ride home with boyfriends/girlfriends or someone else's parents.)
15. Remember that you are representing your fellow teammates, coaches, school, and community.  ALWAYS be respectful towards competitors, coaches, officials, fans, and other schools.  Disrespect will NOT be tolerated.  
16. If you have any questions, be sure to ask a coach or official.
17. Above all else, try your hardest and COMPETE LIKE A CHAMPION!