
Coaching Philosophy
The
Student-Athlete
The
success of the student-athlete comes through hard work, high goals, and a
positive attitude. We must prepare through the use of consistent and proper
training, as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Becoming a better athlete
is the result of physical training, maintaining a goal-oriented focus in
accordance to striving for excellence. The athlete should approach each
upcoming season with a sense of preparation through motivation.
The
Coaching Staff
As
coach of the cross country program, I hope to challenge student-athletes to be
successful in all areas of their life. Physical development through progression
is the responsibility of the coaches to challenge athletes’ physical and mental
abilities. This is accomplished through strategic planning of workouts,
teaching proper techniques and individualized attention given to the athletes.
Psychological development of each student-athlete is also a goal of the
coaching staff. Educating student-athletes about the sport and its contribution
to a healthy lifestyle is another priority for the coaching staff. Goal-setting
is also used to aid athletes in visualizing their success.
Parents/Alumni
Involvement
of parents and alumni is vital to this program. Parents are critical to the
student-athletes, often supplying moral and financial support. It is the duty
of the alumni to stay active in the program long after leaving Fort Hays State
University. This is essential for continued success. Practice is open to all
parents and alumni.
Tiger
Tradition
Tradition
means much more than just success on the course. It means a continued practice of dedication
to working hard and being supportive teammates.
We build on that tradition with the commitment and continuing success of
the student-athletes, coaches, parents and alumni. It is this tradition that
continues to support current teams and future student-athletes. As a team that has won numerous national and
conference titles, we must also dedicate ourselves to achieving those goals and
ambitions.