Rainy days, blooming flowers, chirping robins- all of these things mean spring. To some of Corry High’s students, there is another important element of spring: track and field. People of a wide variety of skill sets have been participating in track and field events since the times of tunics and olive branches. This year, like all the rest, the ancient sports continue. The official season starts on March 3. 

So many of our students participate in what everyone knows as track (sorry, field). Students can participate in events that range from running and jumping to throwing various objects. All of these events require an extreme level of precision and concentration. With so many events to choose from, there must be an elite team of coaches to guide our students to their best performances. Coaches include: Mr. Carey, Mrs. Turban, Mr. Fox, Mr. Weis, and Mr. Styborski. 

Track is so special in the sense that anyone could succeed in at least one of the countless events available, although most athletes participate in multiple. There is truly something for everyone. Even I, someone completely isolated from sports, understand the benefits participating in track could have on a young person.

I spoke with Nathan Weis, a friend of mine who valiantly competes in the high jump, 100m dash, and long jump. “I’m excited for the track season because I know we’re all capable of doing the best we can 100% of the time,” Weis said. “I feel more people should do track because it’s fun and it gets you in shape which makes you feel better all of the time.” 

Whether you’re an accolade-adorned athlete or just someone who wants an engaging way to stay in shape this spring, track is for you. If you want nothing to do with the sport, it’s still important to know its start is almost upon us, as track and field will be one of the talks of the school for months to come.