Practice & Expectations — Vacaville Bulldogs XC

Locations

Where we run.

Vacaville HS 100 W Monte Vista Ave

Lagoon Valley Park 1 Pena Adobe Rd

Destination Runs Posted in GroupMe

Schedule Updated Weekly

Check the GroupMe app for daily updates to times and meet locations. Can you drive athletes to a destination run or meet? Submit a Volunteer Auto Use Form on the Volunteer page.

Athlete Expectations

Standards.

XC and distance track are competitive teams. Choosing to participate is a commitment of time that requires discipline, motivation, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. No tryouts based on running — but participation requires meeting the expectations below.

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Conflicts with practice. If you're in another school-sponsored activity that conflicts, talk with Coach Monk in advance. Too much homework is not a valid reason to miss practice — manage study time well.
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Excused absences. Communication is the athlete's responsibility — at least 24 hours in advance, no later than the evening of the missed practice. DM Coach Monk in writing. Three unexcused absences = dismissal. Excessive excused absences also.
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Sick at school? If you attended school you must check in with your coach at practice and decide together what's best for your health and training. Same applies to managing pain or injury.
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Athlete communicates. Practice and meet absence requests come from the athlete in writing — not the parent.

10 Things That Require Zero Talent

Being on Time

Work Ethic

Outstanding Effort

High Energy

Proper Body Language

Passion

Doing Extra

Being Prepared

Being Coachable

Positive Attitude

Athlete Setup

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Equipment. Proper training shoes & a watch are essential. Racing flats/spikes for race day.
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Nutrition & sleep. Manage stress. Fuel intentionally. Sleep is training.
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Independence. Take responsibility for yourself. Be accountable. Show up.
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XC Stats. Workouts logged daily at xcstats.com. Team password: vhst&f — see tutorial.

Training in motion

Pack running

Effort, displayed

Process meets payoff

Practice.