Daniel participated in cross country again in eighth grade. Overall he had a great season, and the boy’s team ended up winning the metro championship while the girl’s team came in 2nd place. I can’t say enough good things about the coaches, the other athletes, and the parents. If your child is looking for a sport to participate in, I can’t think of a better opportunity to get involved and engaged in a team sport than cross country.
When asked in a survey by his coach, "Why do you run?" Daniel responded, "For conditioning and for mental and physical toughness." Every race, Daniel pushed himself to set a new personal record. Some races were better than others, and the last race, he achieved his goal of his best PR of the season. I am so proud of Daniel and his teammates and for the coaches! What an amazing season!
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| Just before the final metro race |
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| On target to PR |
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| First race of the season at the University of Montevallo |
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| Smores at Coach Swope's house |
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| Chickasaw Trails Race 9-9-2023 |
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| Daniel's team goal |
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| Prayer before the race at Heardmont Park |
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| Metro Champions! |
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| 2nd Place at Berry Backwoods Challenge |
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| 2nd Place at Heardmont Park |
