Women’s Teams, Bus Travel and Chick Flicks
Laurentian University, where I coach the women’s track and cross-country teams, is four hours north of Toronto, and most of our competition venues are at least that…
“Sports Injuries” Often Occur Off the Field
An event during this year’s cross-country running season reinforced the point of an article I wrote several years ago called “Injuries- Check Outside Activities.” (PE Update members…
A Canadian Cross-Country Running Experience
Well it was an interesting weekend. I made the six-hour drive to Guelph, Ontario, for the Canadian Cross-Country Running Championships. For those of you who know what…
Team Christmas Parties
The annual Christmas party is a favorite tradition among my track athletes and coaches. Every year around this time we get together at our house for a…
Watching the Super Bowl With A Group of Girls
I usually don’t go to Super Bowl parties. In my experience, you never really get to watch the game in crowded room – there’s too much chit-chat…
15-Passenger Van Problems
The most dangerous aspect of coaching is travel. School teams are frequently transported by van, often with the coach at the wheel. I’ve been that driver/coach dozens…
