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August 16, 2007
Cross Country Season
Another cross country season has begun, and I'm thrilled to be again coaching my local high school's cross country teams. You might recall that this team is now the defending state champions in their class.
After just 4 days of practice, I'm confident that they are going to have another great season. They have arrived to the season in fine shape, and it's only going to get better from here.
We did this week's long run on a wide open trail in the early morning. The sun was low and dimmed to a golden orange by the thick Montana wildfire smoke that has permeated every nook and cranny of the wilderness. At one point, the trail contoured a hillside and I could see for a good distance both in front and in back of me. I stopped to watch my runners strung out along this hillside contour, lit up by the morning sun, all running very well. A singular emotion struck me quickly in this moment: pride.
Posted by Meghan at August 16, 2007 9:06 PM
Comments
I'm going to miss cross country this year...Riley's run for the last four years, but doesn't plan to continue in college.
I think it's awesome that you are coaching -I'm sure you are an inspiration. Have a fantastic season!
Posted by: backofpack at August 16, 2007 10:07 PM
Great post!! I've had similar feelings watching the girls (and guys) from this year's team...so awesome!
Posted by: joan at August 17, 2007 7:58 AM
Great post!! I've had similar feelings watching the girls (and guys) from this year's team...so awesome!
Posted by: joan at August 17, 2007 7:58 AM
if ok with you, I would like to start addressing you as Coach Meghan...
Posted by: corrado giambalvo at August 17, 2007 12:44 PM
oooh, your description of this morning's run just gave me goosebumps of excitement! What a fantastically vivid description!
Here's to another awesome season! I'm so excited for you and all of "your kids," it's gonna be another great year. Have fun! Keep us posted!
Posted by: anne at August 17, 2007 1:18 PM
I wish you and your team a fantastic season of XC!
Posted by: eric at August 17, 2007 4:39 PM