in this issue:
Time Trial RECAP
upcoming events
Volunteer opportunities
Meet deadlines
Other Reminders
FALL 2017 FINANCIAL REPORT
TIME TRIAL
Over 30 cows came out to compete in the spring time trial! For the first unofficial meet of the season, there were some amazing performances. Out of the 21 male athletes in the mile, Evan Routhier finished in first in 4:26. On the female side, while only 4 cows competed, Allie Levin came out on top with an impressive time of 5:38. The 200m and 800m races had less competitors, but no shortage of fast times. Peter Van Beek and Alice Hermet sprinted to victory in the 200m finishing with times of 23.25 and 28.5. Martin Haugstad and Zoe Panos were the champions in the 800m, finishing in 2:06 and 2:32.
While it's true these individual races provide a great baseline for the rest of the season, the event we were all waiting for was the 4x400m relay. The all male team of Gabe, Payton, Logan, and Kevin came out victorious. Thanks to all the competitors and volunteers for making the event a success!
Complete meet results can be found here, and the pictures can be found here. Thank you Luke for taking some great photos!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Cows Go Skating!
February 3rd, 7-8:30pm @ the Shell
Cost is $3 for rental, $4 for admission
Cows aren't known for being the most coordinated species, so don't worry if you are new to skating. Come and struggle not to fall with us!
Spring Org Fair
February 7th, 5-8pm @ The Kohl Center
If you are considering joining and want more info, come talk to us at the Org Fair!
Kick-off Meeting
February 8th, 8pm @ location TBD
Join us for an introduction to the upcoming season! (There will be pizza)
If you want to compete at Nationals please attend so you can sign the required waiver.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are in desperate need for volunteers for a few upcoming events! If you are not competing this Saturday, please try to volunteer for at least ONE of these events.
February 3 - 9:15am-10:15am RACE run @ the Shell
February 3 - 11am Frosty Movin' Shoes 5K @ Elver Park
February 3 - 2:30pm Sub Zero Race (at least 6 people needed) @ Olin Park
To sign up to volunteer and for more info, visit this spreadsheet.
Contact Kaylee Sadeghpour-Hess (sadeghpourhe@wisc.edu) for any further questions.
Meet Deadlines
VALENTINE'S DAY 5K
Race Date - February 10 @ 11:00am, UW-Natatorium
Deadline to sign up - February 8th @ Midnight // Can also register on Race Day
Sign up here
BIG DAWG INVITE
Meet Date - February 17th @ UW-Steven's Point
Deadline - February 3rd @ Midnight
ILLINOIS CLUB RELAYS
Meet Date - February 24th @ U of Illinois
Deadline - February 8th @ Midnight
*NOTE: This is an overnight meet. We will leave Friday and return Saturday night.
Other Reminders
DUES
Pay your dues ASAP! The club no longer has yearly dues; if you paid your dues for the Cross Country season but are also running Track, you need to pay a second set of spring dues. These must be paid before you compete. Venmo @WiscoTC $30 for the semester. If you don't have venmo, we also accept cash or checks.
FORMS
To officially become a member of Track Club, visit our website to fill out the 2 required forms and request membership through WIN. Don't forget to become an authorized driver! For any questions about this process, contact Hanna Docter at hdocter@wisc.edu.
APPAREL
-If you still need to purchase a racing singlet for $18, contact Sabrina Belisle (sbelisle2@wisc.edu) or Payton Cummings (pccummings@wisc.edu) via facebook or email.
-Keep an eye out for new apparel, which will be released towards the end of February.
-Some old apparel (socks, hats, old jerseys, and tank tops) is still available to purchase.
PRACTICE
Distance: M-F 5:30pm @ the Shell (workouts M/W). Sunday long runs 10am.
Sprints/Fields: M-Th 6:00pm @ the Shell
FEMALE TEAM JACKETS
If you are a female cow who wants to rent out a team jacket for the season contact Megan Buechel (buechel2@wisc.edu).