2/13 update

Redhawks,

Our competition season for indoor has officially concluded. Outdoor will begin on Monday 2/28 after school. More info to come.

In the meantime, we will continue with the same practice schedule that we have had, namely, practices during class and after school on B-Days. This week we will practice on Tuesday/Thursday after school. If you know anyone who is interested in doing Outdoor Track who would like to get a jump on conditioning, encourage them to come out.

Maybe we should do an end of indoor track season party? Pickleball tournament????

Coach Jacobson

2/6 update

Redhawks,

We had a very strong performance at the Oval on Friday night, with multiple PRs or SBs. Lydia and Liliana both closed their final laps as their fastest to run very impressive marks, and Liliana repeated her strong finish in the 3200. Eden went sub 6 in the mile after missing months with injury and followed it up with a strong 800m. We had several guys go sub 5 in the mile, including Trevor, Simon, Bennett, and Andrew - who now has the 2nd fastest mile time ever run indoors at Bountiful High. 

Well done to our multiple event runners, Lily, Elijah, Tobin, Eden, Bennett, Elle, and Hayden (if I missed any, I'm sorry). Doing multiple events is an important step on the path to improvement, and something we will need to get used to. Thanks to all of you who were able to come and compete and support. We had a lot of fun hanging out and watching you race. (RIP the ball).

Practices after school this week will be on Monday/Wednesday.

We have one indoor meet remaining, once again at the Olympic Oval. You can find the schedule, registration, and the waiver that needs to be singed here. Registration online will close on WEDNESDAY. However, there is in person registration, but the cost is much higher and won't get you into a heat of like-timed runners. 

In an ideal situation, for our distance runners, I recommend coming on Friday and running the mile and 4x800 (which I will need to register and pay for, so I'll need to know soon who would like to race it. Please reply if you'd like to run in a 4x800). Then, if possible, going again on Saturday for the 3200m or the 800m. It would leave you with a full weekend, but one that would get you ready for the final stretch of the year. 

On Friday the meet will begin at 4PM and go until it's over, which will be similar to this weeks time, but quite possibly a bit earlier. On Friday, the 800 would probably be in the late morning, and the 3200 will most likely be contested in the early/mid afternoon. There will be 1,000,052 (slight exaggeration) heats of the 200m, so it takes a while. Once all the registrations are complete on Thursday morning I can try to estimate start times a little better.

If you have any questions please let me know. Looking forward to another great week.

1/30 update

Redhawks,

We had a solid day at WX for our time trial, with some seasonal bests (SB) and some PRs to boot. Consider that race a step in your fitness rather than a fitness test. This Friday we have an opportunity for to take another step at the Olympic Oval at the distance challenge.

If you'd like to compete at that event, you can register at milesplit Utah. You will need to create a free account, which took me all of 30 seconds, so I believe in you. You can see the time/event schedule, costs, etc. at the link above.

This week we will be practicing after school on Tuesday and Thursday, and during class on Monday/Wednesday/Friday. Those who show me they have signed up to race on Friday won't be working out, but you'll need to come to class for the whole time, unless a parent checks you out of school so you can get yourself together before the races (hint, hint).

Looking forward to another great week. See you Monday!

Coach Jacobson

1/23 update

Redhawks,

Our season is off to a good start, with several of our athletes racing on Friday and getting in some good racing experience. We know what where we need to go, and we know how to get there. The first priority is being consistent. We need to be working hard/properly every day. Consistency is going to be the key. If we do that, then by the end of the season (May) we will be in prime position to reach our goals.

This week, the meet at Weber State has been cancelled. The fate of the remaining two meets is still tbd, but for now they are on.

However, instead of Weber State we will be holding a time trial at Woods Cross with their team and some from Viewmont. This will take place Friday at 3:30 PM at the Woods Cross Track. The events will be as follows: 1600, 400, 800, 200, 4x400

EVERYONE will be expected to race a 4x400, and the other events will be up to you in consultation with the coaches.

This week we will be practicing after school on Monday/Wednesday, and during class on Tuesday/Thursday. We will meet OUTSIDE for practices this week due to the warmer temperatures.

Looking forward to a great week.

Coach Jacobson

1/16 update

Redhawks,

We have a short week ahead of us, and the schedule might get tinkered with a bit more, but here is what I know for now.

I recommend getting a workout in tomorrow. I advise what I call "cut down 200s". You'll run 600m sets, getting faster with each 200. The first 200 is around 3200-5k pace, then get 3-5 seconds faster each successive 200. Then jog 400m-600m recovery (very slow, so 3-5 minutes recovery) and go again. We'll do 3 sets and of it's too easy do 1-2 more.

A few things to know. First, the Simplot Games which were scheduled in Mid February have been cancelled. I know this is a disappointment to many of you, and for me too, but we'll just have to take our disappointments out on the track through workouts and races.

If you are interested in racing at BYU this weekend, here is the link which will give you all the info. There is a lot of info on there, so please read it carefully. Notice the registration instructions as well as the COVID protocol, including proof of vaccination or negative test. 

If you do sign up, please email me which events so I can attempt to be there. For now I'm planning on going to see the mile on Saturday morning. Also, ENTER A TIME when you register, otherwise you will be placed in a heat of rookies. Enter your PR time or something close to it.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Coach Jacobson

Season Wrap

 Braves,

What an end to the year. There is a lot I would like to say on the matter, including a recap of the great things that you did this year, but I will save that for our team party this next week.

Some of our athletes are planning the get together - here is the information: Our end of year party will be Tuesday, 6 PM at Rocket Park (Tolman Park). We will be doing a potluck. Sign up for what you want to bring (so we don't end up with 10 people bringing watermelon) and come hang out with the team! We will be giving out some dundies and having a good time. Click here for the putlock sign up. We will have some end of season recognition at the party as well - I hope you all can make it.

The last few things that need to be addressed are the track class, uniforms, and upcoming cross country. 

Class will still be held next Tuesday and Thursday (and the next Tuesday), but we will not be running. We will meet in my classroom at 12:50 (except the last week of school) and go from there. You do not need to change from your regular clothes. 

Uniform tops can be purchased for $15. If you do not want to buy them you need to return them to me by class time on Tuesday. I need all the shorts returned. If you decide to buy the top, please pay in the office (track account) and bring me the receipt so I can mark you as having "returned" your uniform. I have to enter fines (today actually but I'm stalling) so please get them to me pronto.

All of you not involved in a summer/fall sport are encouraged and welcome to join us for summer XC and then the official season of XC in the fall. We are gearing up for a great season, with some great kids on the team and coaches helping, so I'm really looking forward to it. The time and place of our first meeting is still TBD, but I'm thinking next Friday around 1 PM. More info to come.

If you have any questions please let me know.

Coach Jacobson

5/16 update

 Braves,

The state championships are on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. Spectators will need to buy tickets in advance at this site (athletes will not need a ticket).

As of now we do not have a bus going to state, but that might change so I will keep you posted. The schedule of events can be found here but be sure to scroll down to page 3.

Thursday we will be headed up to JV region at Box Elder. Everyone who did not compete at state will be eligible to race there. I know that many of you have an orchestra conflict that evening, so transportation is an issue. The directive from the district is that you can ride home with your parent/guardian, but not with anyone else, so if you can only be there for the beginning and need to leave early, you'll need to arrange with a parent to make that happen. I know it is a long drive for a parent to make, there and back, for a race that is as short as 12 seconds, or as long as 8 minutes, but those are the rules as given to me. Obviously I'm hoping you all can make it, including those who run at state, to come and support, as it will be the last meet of the year- and for you seniors, the last high school meet ever.

We will be practicing as usual today for the last time this year. Be there to sharpen up before your events.

If you missed covid testing last week talk to me about times/places to go make it up.

Let me know if you have questions.

Coach Jacobson

5/9 update

 Braves,

The region championships are on Wednesday and Thursday of this week at Farmington High. For lane events they will do a trials on Wednesday with the top 8 advancing to finals on Thursday. For distance events it will be a timed finals, meaning the top 8 score. Field events will be as usual, with the trials going first, and then the top 9 advance to finals immediately following the trials.

The top 4 of each final will qualify for the state championships next week (Tuesday/Wednesday at Davis High School - I didn't update that on the calendar until today but we have talked about it at length at practice. The state meet will begin at 2 PM each day - the state schedule can be found here but be sure to scroll down to the 5A-6A schedule).

We will be taking a bus to region, and all are encouraged to attend both days, whether racing or not, to support the team. An excuse time and bus departure time will be sent out tomorrow.

This meet is going to be a great opportunity for many of our athletes to qualify for state, so let's be ready to compete hard, and cheer on your teammates in their races. Because of entry limitations we will not be able to get everyone into the meet, but there is a JV region meet on Thursday of next week, the day after state. All who do not qualify for state will be eligible to race there.

Wednesday, May 12th 

 

3:30 Field Events: 

Girls Shot Put 

Boys Discus  

Girls Javelin 

Boys High Jump 

Girls Long Jump 

 

3:30 Track Events: 

Girls 100 Hurdles Trials

Boys 110 Hurdles Trials

100 Meter Dash Trials

1600 Meter Run Final

400 Meter Dash Trials

300 Meter Hurdles Trials

200 Meter Dash Trials

4 x 800 Meter Relay Final

4 x 200 Meter Relay Final

 

Thursday, May 9th 

 

3:30 Field Events: 

Boys Shot Put 

Girls Discus 

Boys Javelin 

Girls High Jump 

Boys Long Jump 

 

3:30 Track Events: 

Girls 100 Hurdles Finals

Boys 110 Hurdles Finals

100 Meter Dash Finals

3200 Meter Run Final

4 x 100 Meter Relay Final

400 Meter Dash Final

*Unseeded Boys 1600 

300 Meter Hurdles Final

800 Meter Run Final

200 Meter Dash Final

*Unseeded Girls 1600 

4 x 400 Meter Relay Final

5/1 update

 Braves, 

I love this time of year because it is when the hard work from the winter and early spring begins to pay off. I updated the performance lists after the JV meet and most of the season's best marks came from that day. It will be similar when I complete the update after yesterday's meet. Shout out to Sarah for going under 8 in the mile; Andrew, Trevor, and Sam in the 800 for qualifying for BYU, and the first two turning around and running an awesome 4x400; Ethan for going under 2 minutes in the 800; Sebring for two PRs in the hurdles to qualify for BYU; Kali'i with the 4 ft pr in the shot; Draper for going under 11s in the 100m; Alyssa and Jaelyn for big PRs in the sprints on Thursday. And many more.

Again, PRs are fun, but they aren't the mark of success. The mark of success is doing the small things everyday to get better. If you consistently work hard and give your best effort physically and mentally then you will be successful no matter the outcomes. Are you doing the best you know how? If so, then you won't have any regrets.

The season is rapidly coming to a close, so please enjoy each practice and savor every opportunity to race. 

This week we have a meet at Bonneville on Thursday, and then the BYU invitational on Friday/Saturday. Those going to BYU will not compete at Bonneville, and vice versa. The info for BYU can be found here. There are qualifying standards there so anyone who has qualified can go. For distance runners, in most cases, I don't recommend in competing in more than 1 event since we are turning around and racing at region the following week, so please talk to me about which event(s) you would like to run in. For sprinters and field events, I probably don't recommend 4 events, but 2-3 events is probably ok, depending on the event. 

Registration is due on TUESDAY at 8 AM so I need to know by Monday if you would like to go. The ideal would be you reply to this email and let me know.

We have this week, region next week, and state/JV region the following week, and then the season is over. I can't believe how fast it has gone - thank you for making this an enjoyable year. Now let's make the most of the last 3 weeks.

Coach Jacobson

4/25 update

 Braves,

The season is ramping up and we are only a few weeks away from the state meet. We have some exciting things ahead, and tough choices to make about entries and races over the next two weeks, so you need to be thinking about what events you'd like to do, and I can assure you that your coaches are doing the same.

This week we will be travelling with the JV group to Box Elder on Thursday, and then we have a meet at WX on Friday. Those who do not get in to WX will go to Box Elder, and those who get in to WX will not be going to Box Elder, unless you want to go to get a workout in.

We are limited by times and entry numbers for WX, so most of you will not be competing there. If you cannot run on one of those days, please let me know ASAP so I don't enter you, and I can put someone else in your place if possible.

I will send out an excuse time for the bus on Thursday once that is finalized. Both meets start at 3:30.

We might be getting covid tested on Thursday, more info to come. 

Box Elder order of events: 

3200 M (May be Combined)

4 x 200 M Relay

100/110 Hurdles

100 M

1600 M

4 x 100 M Relay

400 M

300 IM Hurdles

800 M

200 M

4 x 400 M Relay

Woods Cross order of events:

Girls 100 Hurdles

Boys 110 Hurdles

100 Meter Dash

1600 Meter Run

4 x 100 Meter Relay

400 Meter Dash

300 Meter Hurdles

4 x 200 Meter Relay

800 Meter Run

200 Meter Dash

3200 Meter Run

4 x 400 Meter Relay

4 x 800 Meter Relay