Boys Track Tryout Information
When: Monday and Tuesday, February 12 and 13, from 2:30 until 4:30. Your ride MUST pick you up no later than 4:40. You MUST attend both days. Friday, February 16 reserved for those cut from soccer.
How to sign up: Complete the google form. Type in the address from here or click the link from the school site. Make sure you’re signed in to google as a Wake County student! https://goo.gl/forms/D8OEE8H0D3hTV9lg1
Physical: Completed physical and concussion forms MUST be current and on file with Mr. West or Mr. Hood BEFORE February 12. You are NOT allowed to try out if this information is not on file. It is your job to make sure you have this on file. If in doubt, please check with Mr. Hood or Mr. West immediately.
Grades: You must have passing grades from last semester in language arts and math, and in science and/or social studies and, as coaches, we also require that you maintain passing grades during the season. ACADEMICS are important!!!!
When will we choose the team? The boys’ team roster will be posted on the school’s athletic website after 8 PM on Sunday, February 18.
Qualities of a West Lake Athlete: Dedication, attitude, coachability, sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, self-discipline, training on your own.
Missed Practices: Any athlete who knows they will be away for part of the season MUST let us know in writing and in advance so that we can prepare for this. These absences will not be held against you.
First Team Practice: Monday, February 19, from 2:30-4:15. You must be picked up no later than 4:30. Please dress for cold weather –sweats and sweatshirt, t-shirt, shorts hats and gloves. Wear running shoes (NO basketball shoes).
What can you do to prepare for tryouts? Start running and building your endurance. This will help reduce sore muscles and potential injury as well as increase your ability to complete all required workouts during tryouts.
If you have any questions, please contact us or . We look forward to seeing you February 12.
Coach Papile
Coach Lynch