
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 achievement.
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 athletes is also contributed by the coaches.
Educating athletes on the sport 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
alumni’s duty to stay active in the program long after leaving
Tiger Tradition
Tradition means
much more than just success. 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.