Thoughts and prayers go out to
@uhscrosscountry
, DACC Cross Country, and the family and friends of Savannah Day. Your smile and energy was contagious. You'll be missed by all.
#Family
Advice for 2A and 3A teams at state.
1. Heat management.
2. Stay out of the sun.
3. Bring a hat.
4. Enjoy every second of it.
5. Roll with the punches.
6. Be thankful
Let's be honest... The season "starts" on the 8th, but it doesn't really "start" on the 8th. The season has been going for as long as you've dedicated yourself.
#EveryStep
Our very own Ava Knap had been featured in this months Women's Running Magazine! It's possibly one of the coolest things ever!
If you have an extra copy, I'll buy it from you!
So thankful Coach Rein has spent the last 9 years as our assistant coach! We're hoping for a Tom Brady retirement, but if not, we're extremely fortunate to have learned from you! You've helped direct more kids in a positive direction than you even know! Thank you Coach Rein!
By the end of the night Saturday, Maclaine Taylor will have won a state trophy in cross county, basketball, and track. This will be her 5th team trophy. Good luck ladies!
#ohbaby
#PlayEmAll
@SJOGirlsHoops
Congratulations to Aiden Meyer for signing his NLI to compete and continue his academics at The Eastern Illinois University!
#OnceASpartanAlwaysASpartan
2 weeks ago Kailyn Ingram was in a car accident that could have ended her life... Today she ran a 14 second course PR. Value every opportunity!
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
Reflection:
@DistNightPal
-You don't understand the level of competition until you are there.
-You don't understand the community of distance running until you've bought in.
-You don't understand the FUN until you've experienced it!
-It⚡was⚡electric! Thanks Coach Quick
Logan Wolfersberger ran 8:48 2 years ago... Today he ran 4:55... you don't need to know anything about running to understand how that happened! HARD WORK!
#ohbaby
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
Finishing off the season with a trophy ceremony is always unforgettable. Thanks to athletes, coaches, families, friends, administrators, teachers, fan club, 5k, and everyone else who made this season one to remember!
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
The life of a coach!
@dfranckey
saw one of his athletes did not order any food. So what does he do? Takes money out of his own pocket and buys him a meal! I'll let you know 1st hand, Coach Franckey is first class!
Congratulations to Taryn Sexton for running a 2min PR in the 3200m TT today!!! OH MY GOODNESS!!! SHE HAS BEEN WORKING HER TAIL OFF FOR HER TEAM DURING THIS PANDEMIC!!! GREAT THINGS HAPPEN TO THOSE WHO WORK!!!
#ohbaby
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
To all our alum that just ended their track seasons, and some careers, our hearts break for you. We're so proud of you and who you've become. You've helped shape our program into what it is today. Thank you!
#Family
#OnceASpartanAlwaysASpartan
Parents: While on vacation if your athlete gets up early and/or makes time for a run, be proud! They have made an investment in something bigger than themselves, they've invested in the TEAM!
#EveryStep
"I don't coach kids to beat the competition. I coach kids to be the best version of themselves. Beating the competition may be the result of extraordinary individuals working together."
Due to the tragic events that have happened in our community and within our running community, Ava Knap is going to postpone her public signing.
Thank you for your understanding.
"Summer is not just about becoming a better athlete, but also a better person. The decisions you make will shape your future."
"It's easy to go with the crowd. The top of the mountain doesn't hold very many people."
Carter is the 1st 2A All-State track athlete in school history! Congratulations, Payton, on your runner-up finish in the pole vault at the 2024 IHSA State Championships! Congratulations on a fantastic career!
#ohbaby
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
#OnceASpartanAlwaysASpartan
Congratulations to 4 Spartans for moving up the top 25 All-Time list!
Jillian Plotner 11th
Ava Knap 19th
Ashlyn Lannert 20th
Brandon Mattsey 19th
#ohbaby
#OthersFirst
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
Fun watching Riley Baker make his
@EIU_TF
debut tonight! He doesn't race to race, he races to win! That was on full display tonight! Keep up the good work!
#ohbaby
Last tweet: Bags did not earn All-State Honors today... She earned it by her consistency over 4 years. Summer/xc/winter/track/summer/xc/winter/track/summer/xc/winter/track/summer/xc... This sport is easy to understand, difficult to execute! Great job Bags!!!
Sharing a 3rd place trophy with a program like
@Stt_girls_Track
that
@ToddVohland
has created is a lot of fun! Congratulations to them for an outstanding state meet!
#Family
Beautiful November morning in Peoria! How lucky are we to have the opportunity to represent the traditions established before us. We only hope to honor those before us and continue to pave the way for the future.
#GreatDayToBeASpartan
Tonight we paired runners together to help some earn new PRs. 7 athletes earned new PRs with the help of their teammates! Running fast is fun, but helping others succeed makes an impact on lives forever!
#HowHotIsTheFire
🔥 🔥 🔥
I can not say enough positive things about these two young men. OVC Champs again! High school teammates and EIU teammates. Positive attitudes, coachable, competitive, and willing to do anything the coaches thought would help them improve.
#OnceASpartanAlwaysASpartan