Marine Corps Invitational

The event list and order of events has been posted for the invitational tomorrow. If at least one of your events takes place before 1pm you are to report to Midland Avenue at 6:30am. If your event takes place 1pm or afterwards report to Midland Ave at 11:45am. Come prepared with food, snacks and something to drink.

Workout for Monday

Warm up; 1 min high knees, 1 min squats, 1 min jumping jacks, 1 min lunges, 1 min rest. Repeat 6 times

Jumping jacks for 1 minute then hold a 1 minute plank. Rest for 30 seconds and repeat 4

Then do dynamics and drills (each one twice)

Stretch, doing each stretch 2 sets of 30 seconds 

ABS; 50 crunches, 30 bicycle crunches, 20 reverse crunches, 1 minute plank (30 sec elbows/30 sec hands). Rest and repeat 6 times

SEC Championships

The event list has been posted for the SEC League Championships. The bus will be leaving at 7am. Please be on time fully dressed including sneakers.

Saturday Practice

Practice will be held at 9am tomorrow 

Happy Holiday's

Today's workout:

Distance:

10min warmup, dynamics and drills

6-7mile run

6x150m strides

Stretch, 100 push-ups, 300 abs

Sprinters and Throwers:

10min warmup, dynamics and drills

20 minute run

6x100m strides

Stretch, 100 push-ups, 300 abs

Wednesday Practice

Today we will be meeting in the auditorium. Come dressed ready to practice we will begin promptly at 1:30

Message from the Booster Club

You should have received an email from SignupGenius about our concession stand for Sunday the 27th. Just in case it looked spammy I thought I'd resend the link here. You'll receive another next week regarding the Jan. 3 concession stand.

It's a simple signup sheet where you can pick an item to drop off for us to sell at the stand, or you can volunteer to help us out at the meet itself. We will need the help! I know a lot of people will be away, but if you are around we hope you can help us make this thing happen.

Also, if you'd like to purchase hoodies or T-shirts we still have some stock on hand. If you'd like it for the holidays, email me  (gentry926@gmail.com) and I'll check if we have your sizes.

Spike Shoe Invitational

The event list of for the Spike Shoe Invitational has been posted. Be advised the list is subject to change. If your name is on the list you are excused from your 8th period class. Report to Midland Ave after immediately after 7th period, it is your responsibility to check with your teacher about any work you will miss in your 8th period class.

As a team you are to wear your winter track and field t-shirt to school. You will have time to change into your uniform and warmups before we leave for the meet. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Saturday Practice

Practice will be from 10-12pm. Please be on time and have layers, hat and gloves. 

Thursday Practice

There will be a mandatory study hall tomorrow immediately after school in the LGI located in the main building. After study hall we will have practice which will conclude at 5pm. Please plan to be picked up from the main building at that time.

Wednesday Practice

Distance will not travel to Garrett Mountain for practice tomorrow. Meet at Woodman Field immediately after school.  

Thursday and Friday Updates

There will be no study hall Thursday and Friday after school. If you would like to get work done you can see if the library or cafeteria is open after school. Ultimately it is your responsibility to be to practice on time. 

Wednesday Practice

Just a reminder we will meet on Midland Ave after school tomorrow to travel to Garrett Mountain for practice. We plan to return to MHS by 3:30-3:45pm. Please plan accordingly.

Updates!!

There has been a change to the competition schedule. Essex County Championships will now be held on Sunday January 31, 2016 (originally Sunday January 24, 2016).

With this specific date change we have decided to have varsity athletes compete in the New Balance games on Saturday January 23, 2016. 

Please be advised.

Saturday Practice/Meeting

We will meet on Midland Ave at 8am on Saturday morning. We will travel as a team to Garrett Mountain for practice. Our goal is to return to Midland Ave by 10:30am. Please have a water bottle, LAYERS and a snack to eat when practice is complete.

11am there will be a parent/guardian information meeting in the multipurpose room. Athletes do not have to attend with their parent/guardian.

The schedule for the season will be posted on Saturday along with any other important information located at Woodman Field.

The winter track and field gear order form  and the code of conduct has been posted on the side under the "Additional Information" tab.

Wednesday Practice

Mandatory study hall tomorrow immediately afterschool in the LGI from 2:45pm-3:45pm. Come prepared to train afterwards. 

We will conclude practice at 5pm from the main building. 

Plan accordingly for pick up from the high school. 

Update

New list has been posted. Please check to see if you have been cleared.

Please come prepared with rain gear to practice.

Code of conduct papers are due on Thursday December 3, 2015.

We will be traveling to Garrett Mountain on Saturday for practice, meet on Midland Ave at 8am. We will travel as a team to Garrett.

Saturday December 5, 2015 there will be a parent/guardian information meeting at 11am in the multipurpose room at Woodman Field.

UPDATE!!!

A new clearance list has been posted. Please take a look ASAP.

Practice will be held Monday - Friday 3-5pm Saturday 9-11am at Woodman Field. It is your responsibility to come prepared with the appropriate running sneakers and layers (hats, gloves and scarf).

First official day of practice is Monday November 30, 2015.

Keep checking on the blog as we will make updates to the list at least one more time this week.

Winter Track and Field Athletes

Attention all winter track and field athletes, the first clearance list has been posted on the right hand side under the tab "Winter Clearance List." If your name is not on this list it is imperative that you email Coach Wallace (girls) or Coach Washington (boys) to find out what you are missing.

If you are due to take another IMPACT test (first time athletes,  juniors or athletes who haven't taken the IMPACT test in two years) the final test will be administered TODAY Tuesday November 17, 2015 at 3:15pm in the MAC lab located in the main building.

The season begins on Monday November 30, 2015. In order to participate you must be cleared by the athletic office.

DO NOT go to the athletic office inquiring about what you are missing. The coaching staff will be able to assist you in this matter. Thank you for your cooperation.

Last Day to Hand in Forms for Winter Track and Field

If you need to still hand in forms for the winter track and field season please read the message below. This information is extremely important!!

The School Doctor will be doing Sports Physical on Tuesday, November 3^rd from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  The staff will be here from 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm collecting sports forms.

ImPACT Testing will be held on Wednesday, November 4^th at 3:00 pm in the MAC Lab.  Permission slip is needed.

THIS IS THE LAST DAY FOR BOTH SPORTS FORM AND IMPACT TESTING.

Date Change for Winter Forms

For those athletes who were intending on handing winter forms in on Wednesday October 28, 2015, you can hand in COMPLETE FORMS on Thursday October 29, 2015 from 4-6pm in the LGI. If you need a physical and were intending on having the school doctor do the physical that date is TBD. When we receive that information we will inform you by posting on the blog, Facebook and Twitter.

Winter Sports (Track and Field) Information

SPORTS PHYSICALS ARE ONLY VALID FOR 365 DAYS.

IMPACT TEST IS VALID FOR TWO YEARS.

Sports forms required - Athletic Office – Once per school year

Code of Conduct, NJSIAA Steroid Policy, Concussion/Head Injury and Sudden Cardiac Death. 

Winter Sports – Medical — Basketball, Ice Hockey, Fencing, Wrestling, Bowling, Swimming, Cheerleading and Winter Track

• If you played a fall sport and you are playing Basketball, Wrestling, Fencing, Cheerleading, and or Track & Field and your physical was dated after December 1, 2014, it is still valid, the only form you need to submit is the Health History Update Questionnaire.
• History Form, Supplemental Needs (even if it is not applicable), Physical Examination and Clearance Form need to be handed in. (this applies to all 9^th)
• For all 9^th grade students, who have not played a fall sport, you will need to submit the History Form, Supplemental Needs (even if it is not applicable), Physical Examination and Clearance Form must to be submitted, from your last valid physical. All forms must be signed.
• If the 9^th grade student’s physical is dated more than 90 days from the first day of practice you must submit the Health History Update Questionnaire.
• All 10^th, 11^th and 12^th grade students who submitted and still have a valid physical from last year, the only form you must submit is the Health History Update Questionnaire.
• Forms can be submitted on:
• October 5^th for Swimming and Ice Hockey
• October 12^th for Bowling, Winter Track and Wrestling
• October 20^th for any Winter sport – 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm *******
• October 22^nd for any Winter sport
• October 28^th for Fencing and Basketball
• From 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the LGI of the Main Building. No forms will be accepted during or after school.
• Physicals for athletes without Primary Care Physician are going to be on:
• October 5^th, October 12^th and October 28^th
• From 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the LGI of the Main Building.
• No forms will be accepted during or after school.

Additional Information - Summer Running Camps

Here are a few XC camps which have good word of mouth among MHS and other local runners and coaches, and which don't conflict with our preseason XC training (there are a couple others that overlap with our first week of training in August. I've left those off the list for now). On the CC line above are a few parents whose kids may or probably will attend one of these camps.

Nike 5-Star Cross Country Camp in Rock Hill, NY, Aug. 9-14. $675

http://www.5starxc.com/

 

American Running Camp in Portsmouth, RI, Aug. 3-8. $545 if registered by June 30. Run by the coaches of American University.

http://www.americanrunningcamp.com/

 

Princeton Running Camps, Aug. 8-12 for boys, Aug. 2-6 for girls. $560 for day, $650 for overnight.

http://www.princetonsportscamps.com

Middle Track and Field Day

For all individuals who have given Coach Wallace their permission slip for middle school track and field day you are to meet at Woodman Field at 8am. You have been excused from classes. 

DO NOT bring permission slips on Monday morning. 

See you all tomorrow. 

Rec Volunteers

There is no rec track this evening 

Spring Track and Field State Groups Update

Congrats to our two automatic qualifiers for Meet of Champs on Wednesday. Juliet Kohli (3200) and Alanna Robinson (shot put) and our wild cards. Marcell Brown (shot put and discus), Boys 4x100 and Girls 4x800. #MountiePride

State Group Championship Order of Events

Spring 2015 Track and Field Banquet

Spring 2015 Montclair Track and Field Banquet Food donations and volunteer signup

Spring 15 Montclair Track and Field 2015 Banquet attendance sign up

We would like to invite you to sign up for the Spring 2015 Montclair Track and Field Banquet Food donations and volunteer signup. Please click on the link above and consider signing up for an available item or job. We would also like to invite you to sign up for Spring 15 Montclair Track and Field 2015 Banquet attendance sign up.

We are looking forward to celebrating the amazing season and year with you all.

If you have any questions contact me at shirley281@aol.com

Thank you for your participation!

The banquet will be held on Friday June 5, 2015 at 6:30pm in the cafeteria in the main building. All athletes and their families are invited! :-)

Monday Practice

For all those moving onto State Group Championships. There is no practice tomorrow. Please be sure to do this on your own. 

Warmup:

4 Sets of

 - 20 jumping jacks

 - 1 min planks

 - 20 California Jumping Jacks

 - 1 min plank

 - 16 lunges (8 e/leg)

 - 1 minute plank.

1 minute rest then repeat

After the 6th set do your dynamics. Each one twice.

Workout;

1) http://m.runnersworld.com/power-yoga-for-runners

2) 2 sets of: 

10 push-ups, 

20 sit-ups, 

20 squats, 

100 jumping jacks, 

60 second wall sit. 

2 minutes rest between each set

3) http://m.runnersworld.com/recovery-yoga-for-runners

Then stretch and ice

Spring Track and Field Announcement

Congrats to the Girls Team for finishing 2nd and the Biys Team finishing 7th at the Essex County Championships. Let's keep working hard. States is next!

 For all varsity athletes you have practice tomorrow. For all frosh and novice athletes if you would like to continue practicing you are more than welcome to come practice for you is optional. 

There will be a mandatory team meeting on Tuesday May 19, 2015 immediately after school. Also you will be returning uniforms on Tuesday as well. You are able to keep the white or grey tshirt. The uniform and warmup sets are what you need to return. 

Essex County Championships

Essex County Championships will be held Friday 4pm and Saturday 10:30am at Woodman Field. All individuals not competing tomorrow you are expected to be at the track immediately after school with your track tshirt on.

Event List has been posted, if you are competing today you will be excused from your 8th period class. Please make your way down to the field house immediately after 7th period. 

Future Stars Invitational

Future Stars Invitational will be held at West Orange HS today. Meet begins at 4pm. The event list has been posted.

County Championship Sign Up!

5/16-5/17 Essex County Championships Jooners Sign Up


Hello Everyone,
We would like to invite you to sign up for 5/15-5/16 Essex County Concession stand sign up- Due by 5/12. Please click on the link above and consider signing up for an available item or job. See notes for more details.

SEC Championships

The SEC Championships will be held tomorrow Saturday May 8, 2015 at Millburn High School. The event list has been posted. We will be leaving at 7:30am from Woodman Field. For those not competing you have off.

Freshman and novice athletes you will be competing on Thursday May 14, 2015 at West Orange High School in the Future Stars Invitational at 4pm.

County Relays/ Frosh-Novice Meets

Essex County Relay Championships will be held tomorrow at Livingston High School. Field events start at 3:30pm running begins at 4pm.For all individuals competing tomorrow you are excused from your 8th period class. Make your way to Woodman Field immediately after 7th period. Please come prepared with layers and extra snacks and food. 

For those not competing tomorrow you have off and will be competing on Saturday in the Frosh Novice meet at Woodman Field. Field events begin at 9am running begins at 9:30am. We went over relays during practice today and will post the list tomorrow. If you are running on Saturday you must be at Woodman at 8am. For those coming to help(athletes that run Friday night), you are to report at 8:15am.

Paul Beck Relays

We will be traveling to Millburn High School on  Saturday April 25, 2015 to compete in the Paul Beck Relays. Bus will be leaving from Woodman Field at 7 am, meet begins at 9 am. The event list and order of events has been posted.

For those not competing there will be no practice. Check the blog tomorrow for a workout to do on you own.

Monday Information

As a reminder there is no practice tomorrow. We will regroup in Tuesday at Woodman Field at 10am. Here is the workout for you to do on your own. 

Warm up: jumping jacks for 1 minute then hold a 1 minute plank. Rest for 30-45 seconds and repeat 3x

Workout 1 min high knees, 2 min California jumping jacks, 1 min squats, 30 second pushups, 1 min lunges, 1 min rest. Repeat 5x

Core: 25 bicycle crunches, 20 reverse crunches, 1 minute plank (30 sec elbows/30 sec hands). Rest and repeat 7 times

Morris Hills Relays

The meet tomorrow will be held at Morris Hills High School in Rockaway, NJ. The address is 520 W Main St, Rockaway, NJ 07866.

The bus will be leaving from Woodman Field at 7am. The meet beings promptly at 9am. Please come with snacks, water, sunscreen, and a hat. The event list has been posted. For those who are not running there will be a workout posted tomorrow morning.

There is NO PRACTICE for the entire team on Monday and we will resume on Tuesday. Check back on Sunday evening for the Monday workout.

Jooners List for the Montclair Frosh Novice Relays

Hello Parents and Family of Montclair Track and Field athletes!

I'd like to invite you to sign up for our Freshman/Novice Meet concession stand. We're asking for food and beverage donations and for volunteers to serve, cook, and help set up and clean up. Please respond by 4/26/15 -- just click on the link above (or below) and select an available item or job. 

You can view the complete sign up sheet here: Freshman/Novice 5/2 Concession stand food donation and volunteer sign up- Due 4/26/15

If you have any questions contact me at shirley281@aol.com

Know someone who could use Jooners? Click here to invite.

Thank you for your participation!
Shirley Gentry

Frosh/Novice Relays Jooners Sign Up

Dual Meet vs. Nutley

The list for the dual meet tomorrow has been posted. If your name is on the list you will compete tomorrow. If your name is not on the list you are to report to practice.

The meet will be held at Demuro Park in Nutley, NJ. The address is: 5 Margaret Avenue Nutley NJ.

TAG SALE RECAP

We made $1366!

Many thanks to the families (and friends and neighbors) who donated items. 

A particular shout out to Tom Minet who donated two valuable guitars, one of which netted $250.

Thank you to volunteers: David Keys, Sue van Inwegen, Shana Khawaja, Andrea Messina, Randy Gentry, Shirley Gentry, Larry Miller, Darryl Lammin, Helen Fallon, Desiree Johnson, Kevin Kelly (apologies if I missed anyone), and athletes Amelia Lofrano, Emily Pollock, and Amya Dumay.

Comet Relays

We will be traveling to Hackensack High School tomorrow for the Comet Relays. For those not competing you will not have practice tomorrow. 

For those competing, meet at Woodman Field at 7am. Please be on time. The event list and order of events has been posted on the side tab. 

Thursday Practice

Practice will begin at 2:30pm on Thursday April 9, 2015. Please be on time 

Volunteers Needed for Tag Sale

Thank you to  Shana Khawaja, Helen Fallon, Andrea Messina, Darryl Lammin, Randy & Shirley Gentry who have volunteered to work on Sunday. 

We still need volunteers for:

12:00n-2:00pm and

2:00-4:00pm

Community Service hours will be approved for students.

Email or call Connie Keys

Hotelkeys@aol.com

973-768-7808

Saturday Practice schedule

Here is the practice schedule for Saturday April 4, 2015. Distance group practice at 8am. Jumps group practice at 9:30. Throwers and sprinters practice at 10 

Friday Optional Pactixe

Practice has been cancelled for Friday April 3, 2015. Please keep your eye on the blog for practice times for Saturday. 

Good start to the competitive season. Keep working hard. 

Dual Meet Information

Our first dual meet is today April 2, 2015 at 4pm. We are competing against Belleville and Science Park.

Please meet on the 'M' at 3pm. We will be taking the team photo at that time. Also remember to have on layers on top of your uniform. 

The order of events has been posted. If you have purchased spikes you can wear you spikes for competition. Please still wear your regular trainers for warm up  and drills.

Keep in mind you are able to do up to 4 events as long as you have practiced them.

See you later on today! Go Blue!

Saturday Practice

Practice will be held at 10am on Saturday. Wear layers! 

Tag Sale Information

Mark your calendars:

Track & Field families, here's how you can help:

• Donate items: housewares, small furniture, toys, baby items, working electronics,etc.

(Please note: clothing doesn't sell well; limit 5 items; 

larger furniture must be reclaimed if doesn't sell)

Drop off is anytime before 6:00pm Friday, April 10 & all day Saturday, April 11

• Volunteer on Saturday to help sort & price items

• Volunteer during the sale 

• Promote the sale to the general public 

Watch for emails in the coming days.

Questions/suggestions/want to help? 

Call or email Connie Keys

Hotelkeys@aol.com

973-768-7808

Gear and Spikes!!

RTomorrow Spike Night for all event groups (sprints, distance, jumps and throws) will be held tomorrow Tuesday March 24, 2015 from 5-8pm at Fleet Feet on Midland Ave. Reps from Nike will be present with giveaways and snacks. Fleet Feet will be giving discounts on purchases on this evening as well. Please come out to support a company that always supports us! 

ALSO, the spring gear order form has been posted on the blog. One thing to keep in mind, the cost of the hoodie is $35 not $32. Make checks payable to MHS Track Booster Club.  Deadline for all order forms will be on Friday March 28, 2015. Please give your order forms to Coach Washington or Coach Wallace

Saturday Practice Update

There will be no practice tomorrow due to the track being covered with snow and the roads being unsafe. Here is the workout for Saturday.  

Workout 6 sets of: 

90 sec jumping jacks, 

60 sec lunges, 

60 sec pushups, 

60 sec squats. 

Rest 2min & repeat.

Core:

Perform these four exercises in consecutive order without rest. After you complete the fourth exercise, rest for one minute and then start over. 

Exercise 1 - Crunches for 20 reps. Make sure you squeeze your abs. Don't just go back and forth without contracting your abs.

Exercise 2 - Lying Leg Raises for 20 reps. When you raise your legs, lift your hips up at the top of the movement and squeeze your abs.

Exercise 3 - Mountain Climbers for 20 steps per leg. 

Exercise 4 - Plank for 30 seconds. As tired as you may be at this point, suck in your stomach and forcefully breathe out. You'll feel it in your core.

Rest - 1 minute.

Repeat the circuit three more times. 

Friday Workout

Warm up... 4 Sets of:

 - 20 jumping jacks

 - 1 min planks

 - 20 push-ups

 - 1 min plank

 - 20 squat jumps

 - 1 minute plank.

Workout:

Gentlemen 6 sets Ladies 4 sets of: 

— 10 push-ups 

— 20 sit-ups 

— 20 squats 

— 20 lunges 

— 80 jumping jacks 

— 60 second wall sit. 

Core: 25 basic crunches, 25 bicycle crunches, 10 v-ups, 1 minute plank. Rest @ the end for 30 seconds, then repeat 6 times.

Make sure you sure to stretch for 30 minutes upon completion and ice 

Friday Practice

Friday's practice has been cancelled. Check back to the blog for a workout to do at home and updates for practice on Saturday 

Dual Meet Sign Up - Jooners

Good morning please click on the link below to sign up to donate food for our dual meets. Thank you

http://www.jooners.com/guest?l=05437669-b1f8-4b39-90c9-e97cd5d87c1e

Today's Workout

This is the workout to complete for ALL event groups

5 Sets:

 - 20 jumping jacks

 - 1 min planks

 - 20 push-ups

 - 1 min plank

 - 20 lunges (each leg)

 - 1 minute plank.

Rest, repeat

If you have access to a bike, elliptical or treadmill if not go outside go for approximately 20- 30 minutes and then do the above circuit.

Remember to stretch for 15-20 minutes when you have completed the workout. 

Saturday

The information meeting for parents and guardians will be at 9am in the multipurpose room at Woodman Field. 

There will be no practice tomorrow morning. Stay dry and look for a workout to complete on Sunday. 

Information Meeting for Parent/Guardians

There will be an information meeting for all parent/guardians on Saturday March 14, 2015 at 9am in the multipurpose room down at Woodman Field. We will be going over the schedule, selling team gear and talking about all things spring track and field. Hope to see you there!

Important Announcement

If you haven't done so already please email Coach Washington and Wallace your parent/gguardian email address and phone number and their name.

Winter Track and Field Photos

Winter track and field athletes check out the pictures from the season!! Thanks Mrs. Keys!

https://www.flickr.com/photos/96183309@N05/

Tuesday Practice

The forecast is saying rain tomorrow. So please come prepared with LAYERS and RAIN GEAR.

Practice will be over at 4:30pm so please plan accordingly.

For all individuals who did not give the coaches your email address or emergency number on friday please email us with that information. Coach Wallace (girls) montclairgirlstrack@gmail.com Coach Washington (boys) runningmounties@gmail.com

There will be a information meeting for all parents and guardians on Saturday March 14, 2015 at 9am in the multipurpose room down at Woodman Field. Please let us know if you have any questions. 

Impact Test/Practice

There will be an Impact Test Monday March 9, 2015 at 3pm in the MAC LAB please be sure to download, print and have the parent permission slip signed. You can find it on the blog and on the athletic website under mandatory forms. 

We will meet at Woodman Field for practice. Please come prepared with layers. See you soon!

Saturday Practice

There is no practice tomorrow. Be ready to go on Monday 3pm at Woodman Field.  Please be on time. 

First Day Of Spring Track and Field

Hope you all enjoyed your snow day!! There will be practice tomorrow. We will meet at Woodman Field at 3pm. Please be on time. We will need for you to have your parent/guardian email address handy when you come tomorrow. Also have a combination lock so you can choose a locker for the season.

If you name is on the list to the right (under clearance) you are cleared for the first day of practice. If your name is NOT on the list and you have handed in all paperwork, your impact test is current and you haven't already spoken with Coach Washington or Coach Wallace on the status of you being cleared please remember to reach out to us: Coach Wallace (girls) montclairgirlstrack@gmail.com Coach Washington (boys) runningmounies@gmail.com

On Saturday March 14. 2015 there will be an information meeting for all parents and guardians at 9am in the multipurpose room. Please make sure you inform your parent/guardian about this meeting.

Impact Test

THE FINAl IMPACT TEST WILL BE TODAY 3pm IN THE MAC LAB. 

Please print and sign the permission slip. 

Updated Information

All winter track and field athletes the winter track and field banquet will be held on Friday March 6, 2015 at 6:30pm in the cafeteria in the main building.


Also the first clearance list has been posted for the spring track and field season. If you have any questions about your clearance please email Coach Washington (boys) or Coach Wallace (girls).

The first day of practice will be held on Friday March 6, 2015 at 3pm. We will meet at Woodman Field. Be sure to have a combination lock so you can pick your locker in the respective locker rooms.

See you all soon!

Spring Track and Field Information

For all individuals who need to have an IMPACT test, they will be administered on Monday February 23, 2015 and Wednesday February 25, 2015 at 3pm in the MAC lab. Please make sure you are in attendance on one of these two days. This test is good for two years, please keep that in mind. In order to take the IMPACT test you will have to bring the signed permission slip with you.

Impact Test Permission Slip

Please remember, the final two days to hand in paperwork for the 2015 Spring season are February 24 and 25 from 4pm-8pm in the LGI. Physicals will begin at 5pm. If you still need athletic forms click on the link below. Any other questions please email Coach Wallace - girls (montclairgirlstrack@gmail.com) of Coach Washington - boys (runningmounties@gmail.com)

Athletic Forms

IF YOUR PAPERWORK IS NOT HANDED IN ON THESE FINAL TWO EVENINGS, YOU WILL NOT  BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE.

Updated Information

We have extended locker clean outs to tomorrow after school. If you still have a locker with a lock and belongings come down after school to clear it out. All locks will be cut and items discarded Tuesday morning 

Information!

Just a reminder today is the last day to return uniforms. We will be collecting them at woodman field after school. Also if you have belongings in a locker make sure you come and take them out today or your lock will be cut and belongings discarded

Winter Track and Field Banquet

Good Evening All!!

The Winter Track and Field Banquet will be held on Friday March 6, 2015 at 6:30pm in the main cafeteria. This banquet is for athletes, parents and guardians. 

We ask that you click on the link below and sign up for an item to bring to banquet. We will see you all soon!!

Sign up list for Indoor banquet through Jooners

Updates

We will have our team picture at 3pm. Please meet at Woodman Field. 

Thursday we will be collecting uniforms. Please make sure the uniforms have been washed. 

Lou Molino Invitational

The event list has been posted for tomorrow. Meet on Midland Ave at 2:45pm. Please come dressed and ready to go. There may be changes made at the meet so be fully prepared.

ATTENTION ALL SPRING TRACK ATHLETES!!
If you dis not hand in your paperwork today, the next opportunity you have will be on Wednesday February 11, 2015 from 4-8pm in the LGI. Please make sure you have a parent/guardian with you and all paperwork signed.

If there are any questions or concerns please email Coach Wallace (girls - montclairgirlstrack@gmail.com) and Coach Washington (boys - runningmounties@gmail.com)

Spring Track and Field Night

If you are handing in forms for the spring track and field season, report to the LGI, not the small gym. 

Monday Practice

Practice will be held on the 2nd floor of the main building after school. 

Spring Track and Field Information

The following information is for all student athletes interested in participating in track and field for the spring season.

The season begins Friday March 6, 2015. We will meet at Woodman Field after school at 3pm.

If you are a freshman, junior or anyone who has not participated in a sport this year there will be an IMPACT test administered in the MAC lab located in the main building at 3pm. Please be on time and have the following paper filled out and signed by parent/guardian. IMPACT test permission slip

In order to be cleared for the spring season all paperwork has to be handed in on time. Paperwork will not be accepted during school hours anymore. Spring Track and Field designated day to hand in paperwork is Monday February 9, 2015 from 4-8pm in the small gym in the main building. You are to be accompanied by parent or guardian when you hand in your paperwork. If you are not able to get to your doctor, there will be a doctor on site to administer sports physical exams.

This process is being done to confirm clearance for sport on the spot.

Click on the following link that will direct you to where to print out all paperwork (be sure to scroll down to the bottom)

Mandatory Forms and Information

Additional Information
We suggest that you invest in a good pair of running sneakers. Fleet Feet on Midland Ave does a wonderful job of recommending the best shoe for your foot. Also three days a week go for a 15 minute run, do some core work and stretch.

Saturday Practice

Meet on the basement floor of the main building at 11am for practice. 

Important Announcements

Friday February 6, 2015 after school there will be a Spring Track and Field meeting in the LGI. All interested in participating please come out on this day.

Immediately following that meeting there will be a MANDATORY team meeting for the winter track and field team. Please let your teammates know to be in attendance.

Thursday Practice

For the individuals not running in the varsity classic you have off. We will see you on Friday at 3 second floor main buildig. 

Ed Church Invitational

The event list for the Ed Church Invitational has been posted. Meet on Midland Ave at 2:45pm.

If your name is not on the list report to the 2nd floor of the main building after school (2:45pm)

Tuesday Practice

Practice will be held on the 2nd floor in the main building. 

Good luck on your midterms tomorrow! 

VARSITY CLASSIC

The varsity classic has been rescheduled for Thursday January 5, 2015 at 5pm. The entire team should complete the workout previously posted. Enjoy the snow day 

Monday Update

As of now the Varsity Classic is still scheduled for tomorrow. The event list has been posted. Please come dressed to school and immediately report to Midland Avenue. We will leave promptly at 2:40pm. RECHECK THE BLOG IN THE MORNING IN THE EVENT THINGS CHANGE.

For all who are not competing tomorrow, you have off this is  your workout to do on your on.

5 Sets:

 - 20 jumping jacks

 - 1 min planks

 - 20 push-ups

 - 1 min plank

 - 20 lunges (each leg)

 - 1 minute plank.

Rest, repeat

If you have access to a bike, elliptical or treadmill go for approximately 30 minutes and then do the above circuit.

Remember to stretch for 15-20 minutes when you have completed the workout. 

Plans for Monday

The event list for the Varsity Classic on 2/2/15 will be posted later this evening. In the event of a change in the meet due to in climate weather there will be another post. 

Be mindful of you do not compete at the Varsity Classic on tomorrow you will compete in the Ed Church meet which has been changed to FEB 4th (not the 3rd). 

Saturday Practice/State Sectionals

There will be no practice on Saturday morning. Check the blog tomorrow morning for your workout.

If your name is on the event list for State Sectional Championship please meet on Midland Ave at 12:30pm tomorrow.

Here is the order of events for tomorrow as well

Friday Practice

Meet on the second floor at 2:40pm in the main building 

PRACTICE AND GARFIELD MEET INFORMATION

All distance and sprinters practice will be on the second floor of the main building at 3pm. 

There is a field meet tomorrow at Garfield High School. The bus will be at Midland Ave at 4:45pm. This meet is for throws and high jump. 

Attention All Parents and Guardians

There will be a Spring Sports Information night held on Wednesday January 28, 2015 at 7:00 pm in the Main Auditorium. This event has been created to inform each parent/guardian on the new policies and process to be cleared for the upcoming spring sports season. We look forward to seeing each of you there. 

Workout for Today

This is the workout to complete in your home for ALL event groups

5 Sets:

 - 20 jumping jacks

 - 1 min planks

 - 20 push-ups

 - 1 min plank

 - 20 lunges (each leg)

 - 1 minute plank.

Rest, repeat

If you have access to a bike, elliptical or treadmill go for approximately 30 minutes and then do the above circuit.

Remember to stretch for 15-20 minutes when you have completed the workout. 

Hope you all enjoyed your snow day. See you tomorrow. 

Monday

Monday is a half day. There will be no practice. Please check the blog tomorrow specific workouts to do at home. 

Essex County Championships

For those who will be competing in the Essex County Championships meet on Midland Ave at 6:50am. The bus will be leaving at 7am. 

Saturday Practice

There is no practice Saturday January 24, 2015.

Friday Outlook

If your name is on the event list for the Ridgewood Games which will be held at FDU meet on Midland Ave immediately after school fully dressed. 

If you are not competing, report to practice at Woodman immediately afterschool, come prepared with your layers. 

Tuesday Practice

Practice will be held at 3pm, be on time. 

Monday Practice

Practice will be held at 10am. We will be meeting at Woodman Field. Varsity sprinters and varsity throwers only meet at 8am at Woodman. 

Saturday Practice

We will be meeting on the second floor of the main building for practice on Saturday January 17, 2015 at 8am. Please be on time. 

Friday Practice

Practice for Friday had been cancelled. The entire team is expected to attend the pep rally. Please be sure to look for the team when you repot to the main gymnasium. See you soon 

Wednesday Practice

The entire team will meet on the second floor of the main building for practice. Please be on time. 

Monday Practice

Practice will be held on the 2nd floor of the main building. Throwers will meet at Woodman Field. 

Saturday Practice

Varsity Sprinters and Dostance practice 10am at Woodman. 

Freshman and JV you have off tomorrow. 

For those going to the field meet, be onMidland  Ave at 8am. 

Paul Schwartz Invitational

Event list for the Paul Schwartz Invitational  held Friday January 9, 2015 has been posted. If your name is not on the list you will have tomorrow off. Throwers, you will be meeting Coach Pelli at Woodman Field tomorrow after school.

Saturday for those individuals going to the Garfield Field meet(event list will be posted tomorrow) meet on Midland Ave at 8AM. For those not competing practice will be at 10AM

Thursday Practice

Practice will be held on the 2nd floor of the main building. Plan for practice to be over by 4:30pm. Throwers meet at woodman 

Wednesday Practice

We will meet on the 2nd floor for practice on Wednesday January 7, 2015. 

Tuesday Practice

Practice will be on the 2nd floor of the main building on Tuesday January 6, 2015. Throwers report to Woodman Field immediately after school. 

North Jersey Invitational Meet

Event list for Monday has been posted. If your name is on the list meet on Midland Ave. immediately after school. 

If you are not running you will have the day off. 

All throwers will have practice at Woodman after school tomorrow.

Essex County Relay Championships

The event list has been posted for the Essex County Relay Championships. For all individuals on the list be at Midland Ave, the bus will be leaving at 7am. For all individuals who's name is not on the list, you will be off tomorrow. We are only taking one bus tomorrow so there is limited seating.

There is a meet on Monday at FDU, so check the blog on Sunday for your event assignments.