We will be voting for team captains later this week. That means, nominations are open!
You can nominate as many people as you want (and you can nominate yourself). This year, since our team is so young, Sophomores are eligible. Nominees must have already competed in at least one season of cross country.
As you think about nominating someone, or as you think about being a team captain yourself, here are some things to consider:
- is this a person who inspires you to be a better athlete and teammate?
- would you follow this person’s lead or suggestions?
- do they show up every day–are they both physically and mentally here?
- are they engaged and focused at practice?
- when there is something to be done, do they do more than their share?
- do they volunteer without being prompted?
- do they spread praise?
- do they NOT whine, NOT complain, NOT disrupt, NOT become distractions?
- are they positive?
- do they help others accomplish their personal goals and do they support team goals?
- do they help you feel included?
- if we emulated this person, what would the team be like?
Come make your nominations to one of the coaches. We might check with the person to see if they want to be captain, and we might decide that it’s better for this person to get some more experience before becoming a captain…but we do want your voices heard!