Indian Hill Recreation Track

Next Practice at Cinti Country Day School 4/14/11

2011-04-12T16:21:00.004-04:00

Our Thursday practice this week will be held at Cincinnati Country Day on the track in back of the school at our usual time, 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Our track meet Saturday will take place at Mount Healthy High School- The Our Lady of Grace Invitational.

First Practice of the Season - Thursday, March 11, 2010!

2010-03-07T21:13:00.002-05:00

We will be having our first practice Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the Indian Hill High School Track, 5:45pm to 7pm.

If you have not turned in the CYO waiver, please bring that with you and give it to Coach Jim or Coach Steve.

See you there!

Jim Klaserner

Duel Track Meet Tonight

2009-05-14T11:34:00.003-04:00

It looks like the weather is going to cooperate for the rest of the day. So unless things dramatically change, we will have our Duel Track Meet tonight with Mariemont. The meet is at the same time as our normal practice from 5:45-7:00pm at Indian Hill High School.

There will be no field events. This will be very similar to Seven Hills meet we did this year.

I do need volunteers to pass out ribbons at the finish line. If you can help please let me know.

The order of events will be as follows

50 Meter Dash (K-4th)
400 Meter Run (3rd-6th)
75 Meter Dash (K-6th)
800 Meter Run (5th-6th)
100 Meter Dash (K-6th)
400 Meter Relay (K-6th)
200 Meter Dash (K-6th)
800 Meter Relay (3rd-6th)

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Track Practice and End of Year Banquet

2009-05-11T11:17:00.002-04:00

We are having track practice today. The location has been moved though. We are going to practice at Cincinnati Country Day instead of Indian Hill. I will see you at 5:45pm at CCD.

Also, here is the information about our end of year banquet. I hope everyone can come.

End of Year Track Banquet
Monday, May 18, 2009

Indian Hill Middle School Cafeteria

Our end of year banquet to celebrate the 2009 Track season will begin at 6:00 PM (ending no later than 7:30 PM). The track program will provide the main course from Chick-Fil-A.

Parents, runners, and siblings are invited to the Banquet/Awards.

Based on the grade of your child please bring the following for 9-10 people:
Grade K – 2nd Side Dish
Grades 3rd – 4th Desert
Grade 5th – 6th Drinks (Fruit Punch, Soft Drinks, or Water)

Each runner will be recognized for his or her participation in the track program.

Please RSVP by May 13th. Any questions please let me know.

Thanks,
Coach Matt McKee
513.276.2102 or ihtrack@gmail.com

Track Practice Today

2009-05-07T16:57:00.001-04:00

It looks like the storms are going to stay away for a while so we will have practice tonight from 5:45-7:00pm at Cincinnati Country Day. See you there.

Coach Matt

This weekend's Meet

2009-05-06T15:04:00.002-04:00

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Queen of Peace Invitational

Ross High School

3200 Ebenezer Rd Cincinnati, OH 45248-4038

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 8:15 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:15 AM

Grades 5 – 6 2:15 PM

This meet will include both running and field events. Girls will run first while boys compete in field events.

Directions: West on I275 to Exit 33 for Colerain Ave., US27.

Go right on US27 for approximately 5 miles to the Ross/Hamilton Exit (OH128). Turn right on and go approximately ½ mile on Hamilton Cleves Road . The school and fields are on the left.

Track Practice Today

2009-05-04T14:14:00.001-04:00

We will have track practice tonight from 5:45-7:00pm at Cincinnati Country Day. See you there.

This week April 27th-May 2nd and Extra Meet

2009-04-27T11:16:00.000-04:00

Track Families,

Track Practice

There is officially no track practices this week. That being said, Gina Breda, is willing to get together with some runners on Thursday night at Stephen Field. If you are interested in joining Gina please call her at 225-0805.

This weekend's Meet

SACRED HEART INVITATIONAL
SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2009
Fairfield Stadium, Fairfield, OH

Reporting time:

Grades K – 2 8:15 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:15 AM

Grades 5 – 6 2:15 PM

From I-275, Take I275West to Route 4 (Exit 41). Turn right off the exit ramp and follow Route 4 North approximately 5 miles to the Fairfield Football Stadium. Turn right on Stadium Drive. to access parking. (Note: Fairfield Stadium is NOT located at Fairfield Senior High School on Holden Blvd. Stay on Route 4 North you will continue past Holden Blvd. for about a mile and see Stadium Dr. on the right).

PLEASE ALLOW 40 MINUTES FOR TRAVEL TIME

I will not be at this weekend's meet. I will be traveling for business. If you have any questions please call Gina Breda at 225-0805.

Extra Meet

On Tuesday, May 5th at 5:00pm we will have an extra meet with Seven Hills and Mariemont. It is a very small meet and normally the meet that most of the kids like the best. Please notice that everyone is to show up at the same time. This is also a running only meet. Here is the info for that meet.

Seven Hills Track Meet
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Seven Hills School Track Facility

5400 Red Bank Road

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 4:45 PM

Grades 3 – 4 4:45 PM

Grades 5 – 6 4:45 PM

Directions: Take I-71 S to Exit 9 – Red Bank Expwy. Turn Right onto Duck Creek Rd (1stPlease allow approximately 15 minutes driving time. light). Turn right onto Red Bank Road.

Track Practice Today and Meet this Weekend

2009-04-20T14:37:00.002-04:00

Track Practice today is canceled. There is another storm coming through tonight and the track is already saturated. Please run on your own if you can.

Thursday's track practice is at CCD. The weather reports right now look good so I will see you this Thursday.

Saturday's meet is at

Lakota West High School
8940 Union Centre Blvd.
West Chester, Ohio 45069

Here is the info for the meet (it is a little bit different from normal)

Gr. K-2
Saturday 4/25
8:30am All Events Start*

Gr. 3-4
Saturday 4/25
11:30am All Events Start*

*For K-4, girls will compete in running events first while boys compete in the field events. When the girls running events are completed, the boys will take the track. Limit 3 events per athlete.
Stickers: - K-4, all athletes must wear a sticker on their shirt for their field event(s).

Gr. 5-6
Saturday 4/25
2:00pm Field Events Start
2:30pm Running Events Start**

Note: For the 3-4 and 5-6 meets, the start times are approximate. If there are any delays resulting from an earlier meet that morning, we will start the next meet as soon as possible following the completion of the earlier meet.

**For 5th-6th grade divisions, girls’ and boys’ track events will run concurrently. For example, girls will run 100M prelims, then the boys will run the 100M prelims. Limit 3 events per athlete.

This means that both 5th-6th grade boys and girls need to be there on time.

Also if you are in 5th-6th grade I need to know what events you want to do this weekend. I need that information by 11:00am on Wednesday. If I don't get that info then I will assign events for you. All other runners will sign up for events the day of the meet.

Track Practice today and Track Meet this weekend

2009-04-16T10:14:00.002-04:00

It's a beautiful day today and we will practice tonight. Our practice is at Cincinnati Country Day School from 5:45-7:00pm. I will not be there but there will be other coaches there to run practice. If you are a parent and are willing to help tonight then it would greatly appreciated.

This Weekend's Track Meet is at Mariemont High School.

Reporting times for this track meet and all other track meets on Saturdays are going to be the same for the rest of the season.

K-2nd please report to the track at 8:15am
3rd-4th grade please report at 11:15am
5th-6th grade please report at 2:15

Please bring with you to the track meet a bottle of water, sunscreen, and a great attitude. Also remember to wear your uniform. If you have not picked up your uniform yet there will be extras at the meet and at tonight's practice.

UPDATED: Track Practice today 04-13-09 and other info

2009-04-13T08:11:00.005-04:00

As of 4:15pm, Track practice is canceled due to possible storms during practice. Please run on your own. Sorry to call off practice so late.

Also, I will not be at practice this Thursday because of work. I need someone to help out with the 5th-6th graders this Thursday. If you are willing to do this please e-mail me at ihtrack@gmail.com. Thanks.

Last thing... This week's meet is at Mariemont High School. This is the only meet that we do not have to pre-register 5th-6th graders ahead of time. Therefore I do not have to have what 5th-6th graders want to run by Wednesday but please still send me what you would like to run by Friday.

Please run on your own.

Track Practice for 04/04/09 is canceled

2009-04-06T10:21:00.002-04:00

Track practice for this afternoon is canceled. Please enjoy your evening and stay warm. I hope the weather improves so that we can practice on Thursday.

Track Meet for Saturday, April 4th

2009-04-03T08:44:00.002-04:00

St. Catherine Invitational
Saturday, April 4th, 2009
LaSalle High School - 3091 North Bend Road

Reporting times: K-2nd grade: 8:15am
3rd-4th grade: 11:15am
5th-6th grade: 2:15pm
(These are the reporting times for every meet we have this season)

Directions:

I-71 South to Route 562 (Norwood Lateral) west, to I-75 south, to I-74 west, exit at North Bend Rd. Proceed north (right) on North Bend two blocks, to where North Bend takes a sharp right at the intersection with Cheviot Rd., proceed east (right) on North Bend three blocks to the High School on south (right) side. Please allow approximately 30 minutes driving time.

In case of weather please call the meet weather hotline at 513-588-0012. This is information hotline is to be used instead of my cell for weather purposes for this meet.

Also please bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and a great attitude with you. Please also remember to wear your uniform with red shorts.

Last thing, when you show up at the meet look for the Indian Hill Track sign that will be in the stands. We will sit behind that sign in the stands as a team. This is also where you will check in to get your stickers and other information that you will need.

Practice on April 2nd, 2009

2009-04-02T14:13:00.002-04:00

Right now at 2:15pm it is absolutely beautiful outside. The only problem is the fact that there is a chance of thunderstorms starting at 5:00pm. If it does begin to lightning or thunder during or before practice we will call the practice off but I still need to get uniforms to everyone. If I do have to call practice off because of the weather I will be at the Indian Hill Rec. office at the corner of Drake and Shawnee Run passing out uniforms. Thanks.

Matt McKee

No Track Practice Tonight but...

2009-03-30T11:08:00.002-04:00

No track practice tonight but you can pick up your uniforms from 5:30-6:30pm at the Recreation Commission Office if you would like. It is the white house next to the Indian Hill Ranger Station on the corner of Shawnee Run and Drake Rd. I will also have directions for this week's track meet at the Rec. office as well tonight if you are not going to be at the practice on Thursday. I will pass out uniforms again on Thursday but tonight is for those who can't make it then.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

NO Track Practice This Week

2009-03-23T09:59:00.001-04:00

There will be NO track practice this week due to Indian Hill Spring Break. Please run on your own. I hope you have a nice break.

Track Practice, Thursday March 19th

2009-03-19T10:55:00.002-04:00

We will have practice today at Indian Hill High School track from 5:45-7:00pm. I will try and remember the name tags this time. If I do remember them please pick yours up before taking your laps around the track.

Track Practice Today, Monday 3/16/09

2009-03-16T09:38:00.002-04:00

Our practice today is at Cincinnati Country Day School from 5:45-7:00. The track at the school is located behind the elementary school.

Make sure when you show up to get a name tag and take at least one lap around the track.

UPDATE Track Practice Today, Thursday March 12th

2009-03-12T08:19:00.003-04:00

Practice is officially canceled for tonight, but I will be at the Indian Hill High School track from 5:45-6:30pm to pass out information packets and to try on uniforms for those who have not. The policy for canceled practices is that we don't run outside if the temperature is below 40 degrees. Thank you for understanding.

Coach Matt

1st Track Practice of 2009

2009-03-10T13:25:00.002-04:00

This Thursday is the first track practice of 2009. It will be held at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00pm. It looks like it will be cold so please dress accordingly. When you show up to practice please pick up a name tag sticker and take at least one lap around the track. I look forward to seeing you there.

Coach Matt

2009 Track Season to Begin

2009-02-23T15:36:00.002-05:00

IH Rec Track Families,

Informational meeting for both parents and runners will be on Monday, March 9th from 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m. at the Indian Hill Middle School Cafeteria. The address for the Middle School is 6845 Drake Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243. At this time I will give out all confirmed information about the track season. I hope to make very few changes to the schedule that I give out at this meeting but some changes are necessary due to weather and other things.

There is also a new way to get information. If you would like a text message about canceled practices, location of meets and practices, or other related track information please follow these instructions:

1. send a text message to: 40404
2. the text of this message should say: follow ihtrack
3. you now will receive all updates about important information

If you are on Twitter then you can be updated as well by going to http://www.twitter.com/ihtrack and hit the follow button.

Track Practice Today is Canceled

2008-05-15T14:07:00.003-04:00

UPDATE: As of 3:45pm, we will not practice tonight at Indian Hill High School.

Also if you plan on volunteering for our track meet this Saturday then please send me an e-mail telling me that you are available. If you plan to volunteer please show up by 8:15am on Saturday as well.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Track Practice Monday, and meet volunteers

2008-05-11T21:55:00.003-04:00

I will not be at practice on Monday, May 12th. I know some of you are saying, "Yes!" While others are saying, "Woo Hoo!" Either way, John Yeager is going to be in charge of the practice. There won't be any stickers so don't worry about picking those up. The weather looks like it will go past us tomorrow by the time the practice is suppose to start so that is good. If practice is canceled you will receive a Penn Alert call around 4:30pm. If you don't hear from me then you know that practice will be from 5:45-7:00pm at Indian Hill High School. Have a great practice and be good for your coaches that are there.

Meet Volunteers
Also if you plan on volunteering for our meet on Sunday then please let me know by e-mail me at ihtrack@gmail.com . We are going to need 12 people to pass out ribbons, 4 people to stage the events and make sure kids know when to start, 1 starter for all races, and some 6 timers for the 5th and 6th graders. So if you want to help please let me know where you want to help. Also all volunteers will need to be there Saturday no later than 8:15 to make sure I have time to communicate all important information.

Thanks.

Track Practice, Meet Info, End of Year Banquet, and Our Meet

2008-05-07T22:13:00.001-04:00

I know that this is going to be a lot of info but I want to make sure that I communicate it all to you. So here goes nothing.

UPDATE: Track Practice is Cancelled today.
Track Practice for Thursday May 8th is canceled.

Saturday's Meet Information and Directions
This Saturday, May 10th, is our last large meet of the season. On May 17th we will host our own meet but it will be just between 3 schools. More info below on our Meet but here is the info for this Saturday's meet.

Queen of Peace
Dave North Invitational
May 10, 2008
Ross High School
3601 Hamilton-Cleves Road, Hamilton Ohio, 45013

Reporting Times: K-2nd 8:00am
3rd-4th 11:00am
5th-6th 2:00pm

Directions:

I275 to Exit 33 for Colerain Ave., US27. Go right on US27 for approximately 5 miles to
the Ross/Hamilton Exit (OH128). Turn right on go approximately ½ mile on Hamilton Cleves
Road . The school and fields are on the left.

End of Year Track Banquet

Monday, May 19, 2008

Indian Hill Middle School Cafeteria

Our end of year banquet to celebrate the 2008 Track season will begin at 6:00 PM (ending no later than 7:30 PM). The track program will provide the main course.

Parents and siblings are invited to the Banquet/Awards.

Based on the grade of your child please bring the following for 9-10 people:

Grade K – 2 Side Dish

Grade 3 – 4 Desserts

Grade 5 – 6 Drinks (Fruit Punch or Soft Drink)

Each runner will be recognized for his or her participation in the track program.

Any questions please let me know.

Our Meet, Indian Hill Invitational, May 17th

We are hosting a mini-meet at Indian Hill High School on May 17th. The track meet will be between Mariemont, Seven Hills, and us. We are only doing running events and not doing field events. The meet will start at 9:00am for all grades and everyone needs to report no later than 8:30am. The meet will end around 11:00am for all grades. If you would like to help set up for the event please be there by 7:45am. Also I will need volunteers to help out that day to hand out ribbons, start the races, and over all organization of the meet. If you can help out please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks.

Saturday's Track Meet

2008-05-03T06:50:00.002-04:00

As of 6:45 on Saturday, May 3rd, the track meet is still on. If you want to check the CYO track website you can go here: http://www.cincyotrack.4t.com. It is posting updates about the track meet as well and may be able to update before I can.

The weather looks like it could go past us by 9:00am but we will just have to wait and see. If they do cancel the meet I will send out a Penn Alert phone call.

If you decide that the weather is to bad for you to come then that is fine.

Coach Matt

Directions to Thursday Meet and information

2008-04-30T09:57:00.002-04:00

Seven Hills Track Meet

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

Seven Hills School Track Facility

5400 Red Bank Road

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 4:45 PM

Grades 3 – 4 4:45 PM

Grades 5 – 6 4:45 PM

Directions: Take I-71 S to Exit 9 – Red Bank Expwy. Turn Right onto Duck Creek Rd (1^st light). Turn right onto Red Bank Road. Please allow approximately 15 minutes driving time.

If you cannot attend the meet, please contact the head coach. This will help all the coaches in preparation in making the event sheets.

Matt McKee 276-2102

Practice Today, April 28th, and Track Meet on Thursday

2008-04-28T13:54:00.004-04:00

UPDATE: As of 4:15pm on April 28th we will not have practice today at Indian Hill High School.

Track Meet on Thursday:

We are having a meet on Thursday at Seven Hills. It is a mini-meet with only running events. It will start at 5:00pm and only be between Seven Hills, Mariemont, and Indian Hill. The will last about hour and a half. I will pass out directions tonight at practice if we have it or will post directions here tomorrow.

Track Meet this Saturday:

THE TUCK SULLIVAN
2008 SACRED HEART TRACK INVITATIONAL
AT FAIRFIELD STADIUM
FRIDAY MAY 2 nd , 2008

SATURDAY MAY 3 rd , STARTING AT 9:00 AM FOR GRADES K-2ND GIRLS AND BOYS

11:30 AM FOR 3 RD & 4 TH GRADE GIRLS AND BOYS

2:30 PM FOR 5 TH & 6 TH GRADE GIRLS AND BOYS

(Saturday’s Meet Format is standard starting with Girls Running Events on track and Boys
performing Field Events. Upon completion of girls running/boys field events, the switch occurs).

I will have directions to this meet on Thursday at Seven Hills.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Practice Thursday, April 26th

2008-04-24T15:22:00.002-04:00

Today is a beautiful day. The sun is shining and I hope you legs are ready to run. We are practicing from 5:45-7:00pm on the Track of Indian Hill High School. I will have directions to this Saturday's meet with me.

Speaking of this Saturday's meet. . . This weekend's meet is at Mt. Healthy High School. The reporting times are a little bit earlier than normal. The K-2nd graders should be there by 8:00am, 3rd-4th graders should be there by 10:30am, and 5th-6th graders should be there at 1:30pm. The Kindergarten-4th grades' meets will run like normal. The 5th and 6th grades' meet will be done differently. Meaning that the girls will run a race and the the boys will run that same race. So instead of the girls running all of their races and then the boys running all of their races.

Coach Matt

Track Practice, April 21st

2008-04-21T14:46:00.002-04:00

As of 2:45pm, we will have track practice today. It is going to be a great day to run. We are going to practice from 5:45-7:00pm on the track at Indian Hill High School. I will see you there.

Coach Matt

Mariemont Track Meet

2008-04-19T07:12:00.001-04:00

As of 7:15am the track meet is ON. Please come prepared to get rained on as well. Thanks.

Coach Matt

No Practice Today, and Important Meet information

2008-04-17T09:16:00.002-04:00

There will be no practice today. I hope you have a chance to run on your own or to do some type of exercise today.

Here is the information for this week's meet. Notice that the meet is starting earlier for each age group.

Saturday, April 19, 2008

Mariemont High School Track Facility

3812 Pocahontas, Mariemont

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 8:00 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:00 AM

Grades 5 – 6 1:30 PM

Directions: Proceed south on Miami Rd. through Madeira to Miami Rd. terminus in the center of Mariemont. Proceed around traffic circle, in the village square, turning east on US 50. Turn left onto Pocahontas at the first traffic signal (Mariemont Branch Library on the NE Corner)

Also, there is a good chance of rain and thunderstorms on Saturday. You can check the status of the meet at http://www.mariemonttrack.org. If it is canceled I will send out a Penn Alert phone call, but I wanted to make sure that you could check on the status as well.

Practice Monday, April 14th

2008-04-14T11:43:00.002-04:00

As of 11:45 on Monday, we will have practice today. It is going to be a on the cold side so please remember to wear plenty of layers. We are going to practice from 5:45-7:00 on the track at Indian Hill High School. I will pass out directions to this week's meet at tonight's practice so please make sure and pick them up. This Saturday's meet is at Mariemont High School. It should be a great meet. If you can't make it tonight I will post directions here later this week.

Also, we do not have practice this Thursday. All of the tracks are full or have lacrosse games going on during our practice time.

Thanks,

Coach Matt

Directions to tomorrow's meet

2008-04-11T22:12:00.002-04:00

Here are the directions and instructions for tomorrow's meet.

LaSalle High School – 3091 North Bend Road

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 8:45 AM
Grades 3 – 4 11:15 AM
Grades 5 – 6 2:15 PM

I-71 South to Route 562 (Norwood Lateral) west, to I-75 south, to I-74 west, exit at North Bend Rd. Proceed north (right) on North Bend two blocks, to where North Bend takes a sharp right at the intersection with Cheviot Rd., proceed east (right) on North Bend three blocks to the High School on south (right) side. Please allow approximately 30 minutes driving time.

Also concerning weather, if there are any changes or a rain delay or rain out, you will receive a Penn alert call from me. If there are no changes or rain delays, rain outs, then please show up as stated above.

It will be on the cold side tomorrow so please dress accordingly. Also bring an umbrella or rain coat in case of rain.

Last things, make sure and wear your uniform. Look for our sign when you come to the track. Make sure and pick up your stickers from me with what events you are going to be doing.

No Track Practice Thursday, April 10th

2008-04-10T16:45:00.002-04:00

There is no practice today. I am in Chicago and all of the track facilities are full or taken. I will return tomorrow evening and will post directions to the meet that happens this Saturday. The meet this Saturday will be held at LaSalle High School.

Matt McKee

Track Practice, Monday, April 7th

2008-04-07T10:38:00.002-04:00

What a beautiful day. Days like today are why we do track. As of 10:40am, we will have practice tonight at the Indian Hill High School Track. It will be at our normal time of 5:45-7:00pm.

If you did not pick up your uniform on Thursday of last week then you can pick them up tonight. If you did pick up your uniform and it doesn't fit then if you could wait until everyone picks theirs up tonight and then change that would be best.

I will have directions to pass out tonight to the track meet this Saturday. This will be our last practice before the meet. If you can make it tonight that would be best as well.

If you have any questions feel free to call me.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Calendar with Practices and Meets

2008-04-03T17:16:00.003-04:00

Below you will find a calendar in case you misplace the one that was handed out or if you have not picked one up yet. Enjoy.

Practice on Thursday, April 3rd

2008-04-03T10:30:00.000-04:00

The weather looks like it is not going to cooperate with us today. Looking at the weather map it looks like it will be at least raining heavy if not storming all through practice time. All of that being said, I do want to pass out uniforms and directions to our first meet tonight. Therefore, as of 10:30 am on Thursday, we are not planning on having practice on the track but you can pick up your uniform and directions at the Indian Hill Recreation Commission office. The office is located next door to the Indian Hill Ranger Station on the corner of Shawnee Run and Drake. It is the large white house/building that shares a parking lot with the Ranger Station. I will be there from 5:45-7:00 so that you can stop by and make sure you have the right size jacket and t-shirt. If you have any questions feel free to call me at 276-2102.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Practice on Monday, March 31st

2008-03-31T09:13:00.003-04:00

As of 4:15pm on Monday, March 3st we will practice tonight. Even if it does rain a little bit today we will try and practice. Our practice will be from 5:45-7:00pm at the Indian Hill High School Track. Please dress appropriately, just in case we get a light shower. If we have to cancel practice because of rain you will receive a Penn Alert phone call and I will post it here as well. I look forward to seeing you tonight.

Thank You.

Coach Matt

We will practice today

2008-03-20T14:55:00.001-04:00

Today is a beautiful day. I will see you from 5:45-7:00.

Coach Matt

We will practice today, March 17th

2008-03-17T14:50:00.002-04:00

We will practice today March 17th, 2008 from 5:45-7:00pm at Indian Hill High School. It is going to chilly today so please wear layers. I will be giving out tons of information today so please have a parent/guardian stick around for the first 20 min. I will be explaining the season with the schedule and other important information. I will also be answering any questions that you might have.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Track Starting this Monday

2008-03-12T09:59:00.002-04:00

The upcoming track season is upon us. Our practices will start March 17th from 5:45pm-7:00pm at Indian Hill High School on their track. Please wear lace up tennis shoes and light layers of clothing. It is important to layer so that you don't get to cold or to hot. Please also bring with you a water bottle because their will be break times that you will want to have something to drink.

Our practices this season will be on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:45pm-7:00pm. We will not practice the week of Indian Hill's Spring break. Most of our practices will by at Indian Hill High but a couple of them will be at Cincinnati Country Day. Our meets will be on Saturdays and will start on April 12th. A full schedule will be given out the first night of practice and will be posted here for you convenience.

If you have any questions you can e-mail at ihtrack@gmail.com or call me at 276-2102.

I look forward to a great season and all of your smiling faces.

Coach Matt

Please Read. Updated Info Below.

2007-05-17T14:31:00.000-04:00

Practice today is on. We will practice at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00pm. There is a chance of rain so please be dressed accordingly. This is our last practice so let's make it a good one.

The end of the year banquet time has changed. Instead of starting at 7:00pm we are going to start at 6:00pm. All other info about the end of year banquet is the same. I am sorry for the change but it came to my attention that the middle school orchestra has a performance that night and many of our 6th graders would be able to attend our banquet and I wanted to make sure that we could honor them since it is their last with the recreation track program. I hope you understand.

If you have not gotten back to me about volunteering this weekend for track please do so by e-mailing when and where you would like to volunteer. Thanks.

Coach Matt

Today's Practice and This weekend's Meet

2007-05-07T14:21:00.000-04:00

Practice
We will have practice today at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00pm. It is a beautiful day and a perfect opportunity to run. Don't worry, I won't forget to do the cheer tonight. I forgot this past Thursday and I do apologize.

May 12th Meet help is needed.
I am going to be out of town this weekend and won't be at the meet. Yes, I can hear you crying as you read that last statement. Andrew Speno may not be there as well so we have had 2 incredible people step up to cover K-2nd. One is Gina Breda who coaches the 3rd and 4th grade and the other is Amanda Kline who is the mom of Antwan. This being said they need 3 volunteers to help out at this week's meet to make sure students know where to go and to make sure all runners make it to their event. If you can help please call Gina @ 271-2071.

Thanks.

Coach Matt

Track Meet Saturday May 5th

2007-05-04T22:34:00.000-04:00

Here are the directions to tomorrow's meet. Notice the meet is at Fairfield Stadium and not Hamilton High School. I will see you at the report times below.

SACRED HEART INVITATIONAL

SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2007

Fairfield Stadium, Fairfield, OH

Reporting time: Grades K - 2 8:30 AM

Grades 3 - 4 11:00 AM

Grades 5 - 6 2:00 PM

From I-275, Take I275West to Route 4 (Exit 41). Turn right off the exit ramp and follow Route 4 North approximately 5 miles to the Fairfield Football Stadium. Turn right on Stadium Drive. to access parking. (Note: Fairfield Stadium is NOT located at Fairfield Senior High School on Holden Blvd. Stay on Route 4 North you will continue past Holden Blvd. for about a mile and see Stadium Dr. on the right).

PLEASE ALLOW 40 MINUTES FOR TRAVEL TIME

Practice today is ON!

2007-05-03T16:27:00.000-04:00

We will practice today at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00pm. Of course there is a chance of rain so be prepared just in case. I am also aware that there is a concert tonight and many of our students will not be at practice. I hope all of you that are participating do a very good job. Also, remember that this week's meet is at Fairfield Stadium and not Hamilton High School. I will post directions tomorrow on this sight and passed out directions this past Monday and will tonight for anyone who needs them. If you have any questions give me a call.

Coach Matt

Practice Today is ON

2007-04-30T16:34:00.000-04:00

As you can guess we are having practice today. We are at Indian Hill High School and it will be from 5:45-7:00pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

Coach Matt

Today's Practice is Canceled

2007-04-26T15:47:00.000-04:00

We will not have practice today, Thursday, April 26th, due to the weather. The track is still very wet at CCD and the prediction of storms is very likely. Saturday looks like it is going to be a very nice day for a track meet though. Please note the change in venues from Ross High to Oak Hills. Directions are below if you were not at practice on Monday.

Practice, Middle School Meet, and This Saturday's meet

2007-04-23T14:00:00.000-04:00

Practice

Today's Practice is still on. Unless you see lightning or hear thunder we will practice at CCD from 5:45-7:00. Notice that we are not at Indian Hill tonight. Because the weather may change quickly I may not be able to post that the practice is canceled or cut short because of lightning. Please be prepared to pick up your child if lightning begins while we are at practice.

Middle School Meet

Indian Hill Middle is hosting at meet at the High School Today. The meet starts at 4:15 and you are more than welcome to come to this so that you can see what meets look like for middle school. You could also learn something about proper form and technique just by watching. I will be there to cheer on Indian Hill. There is a cost to get in but I am not sure how much.

This Saturday's Meet

This week's meet has moved locations since I gave you the original schedule. Instead of being at Ross High we are going to be at Oak Hills High School. I will pass out directions tonight and Thursday but if you lose them directions are below:

Saturday, April 28, 2007

St. Jude/Queen of Peace Invitational

Oak Hills High School Track Facility

3200 Ebenezer Rd Cincinnati, OH 45248-4038

Reporting time:

Grades K – 2 8:30 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:15 AM

Grades 5 – 6 2:00 PM

This meet will include both running and field events. Girls will run first while boys compete in field events.

Directions: I-71 South to Route 562 (Norwood Lateral) west, to I-75 south, to I-74 west, Montana Ave exit (Exit 17), Left onto Montana Ave, Left on Boudinot, Right onto Werk Rd., Right on Ebenezer Rd.

Please allow approximately 30 minutes travel time.

If you cannot attend the meet, please contact the appropriate coach. This will help them in preparation in making the event sheets.

Grades K – 2 Andrew Speno 533-2657

Grades 3 – 4 Gina Breda 271-2071

Grades 5 – 6 Louise Hughes 272-8044

Practice today

2007-04-19T15:08:00.000-04:00

We will practice today at CCD from 6:30-7:30 pm. I will have uniforms with me for those of you who still have not picked them up and I will also have directions to both this Saturday's meet and next Tuesday's meet. Please notice that practice is not at a normal time and wear warm clothes because it will be chilly. I look forward to seeing you tonight.

Coach Matt

Practice and Mini-Meet

2007-04-16T14:10:00.000-04:00

We will have practice today at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00. It has warmed up a little and the sun is shining so it should be a great day. At least it is going to be much better than this past Saturday. I will have jackets and t-shirts with me tonight at practice so if you haven't picked them up yet please do so tonight.

We finally have the Mini-Meet scheduled for this year. It is going to be next Tuesday, April 24th from 5:00-7:00pm at Seven Hill High School. At this meet there will be Seven Hills, Mariemont, and us. It is a very fun meet where everyone gets ribbons and gives us a chance to compete during the week. I would like everyone to make it if they can. If you can't please let your coach or myself know. Thanks.

Coach Matt

No Track Meet Today, Saturday April 14th

2007-04-14T07:12:00.000-04:00

There will not be a track meet today due to the weather. More than likely, this meet will not be rescheduled. We should have practice on Monday at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00. If you have not picked up your jacket and your T-shirt, I will have them with me then.

Coach Matt

Meeting instead of practice

2007-04-12T14:49:00.000-04:00

We are not going to practice today due to the wind chill, but I do want to meet with you. We are going to meet at our regular time, 5:45pm, at the Indian Hill Middle School Cafeteria. At that time I will pass out the rest of the uniforms for this weekend's meet. Info about the meet can be found below. If you are not coming to this weekend's meet please let us know so that we can plan accordingly. Thanks.

Coach Matt

Today's Practice, Jackets, and our 1st meet

2007-04-09T15:02:00.000-04:00

We will have practice today. It will be from 5:45-7:00 at Indian Hill High School. As you know it is chilly so please be prepared by wearing plenty of layers. It won't be as cold as last Thursday so we should be fine.

I will be distributing jackets tonight and t-shirts will be distributed on Thursday. If you can't make it to one of the practices I will have those that are not picked up with me on Saturday at our first meet. Jackets tonight are arranged in boxes by last name. Please find the jacket with your name on it and let us know that you have it. The jacket size was determined by your sign up form and unless there is a major problem I would ask that you keep it. If there is a major problem, then I will try and fix the problem. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

Info about our first meet is:

Saturday April 14th

Grades K,1,2 - 8:30 AM

Grades 3/4 - 11:30 AM

Grades 5/6 - 2:00 PM

Mareimont Kindergarten through Sixth Grade

Track Meet

Mariemont High School

The times above are starting times so please be there 30 minutes before your starting time. This will insure that you get your stickers for the right events and let the coaches know who is there. Look for the Indian Hill Track sign that will be in the grandstands and meet us there. We will reserve seats for parents and kids who are not running or helping out.

Track Practice Today, April 5th is ON

2007-04-05T13:53:00.000-04:00

We will have track practice today. We are meeting at CCD at 6:30-7:30. This is a different time than normal so make sure you don't show up until 6:30. As you know, it will be cold so dress in layers. Once we start moving around it won't be that bad. I will see you there.

Coach Matt

Track Practice Today, Monday April 2nd

2007-04-02T13:50:00.000-04:00

We will have practice on this beautiful day. It is almost perfect outside and the track is ours to use. I hope all make it back from Opening Day and have made it back from Spring Break. Tonight at practice, if you have not given me your form for registration I will need it. I have to order shirts and jackets tomorrow. I will have sizes with me so that you can know what to put down on your form. If you have already turned your form in then the shirt and jacket have already been ordered. Jackets and shirts will be given out at practices next week before our first meet which is on Saturday, April 14th.

Matt McKee

There is NO practice today, March 22nd

2007-03-22T16:04:00.000-04:00

Parents and Runners,

There will be NO practice today at CCDS. There is a good threat of thunderstorms during the time of our practice and the track at CCD does not drain as well as at Indian Hill High School. We will not practice again until April 2nd at Indian Hill High School. Enjoy your Spring Break but please find time to run on your own. We want everyone to come back in the best shape possible.

Coach Matt

Practice, Monday March 19th, is ON

2007-03-19T15:18:00.000-04:00

We will have practice today at Indian Hill High School from 5:45PM-7:00PM. It has been raining some today but the radar looks like it is going to be gone by 5:00PM. Please bring a sweatshirt or rain jacket just in case. I hope to see you there.

Coach Matt

NO PRACTICE TONIGHT, THURSDAY MARCH 15

2007-03-15T11:43:00.000-04:00

Due to inclement weather, mainly the frigid temps, we are calling practice off tonight. If you have any questions contact Gina Breda. Stay warm and dry! See you on Monday, March 19.

Track Practice Today

2007-03-12T10:01:00.000-04:00

We will have our first track practice today. It will be at 5:45PM-7:00PM at the Indian Hill High School track. It is going to be a very pretty day but make sure you bring a sweatshirt just in case the temperature drops. Also, please make sure and pick up a name tag as you arrive at the track. This is how we keep attendance for all runners.

If you haven't signed up for track and are still interested in running with us, it is not to late. Just show up to practice tonight and we will have the appropriate forms for you to fill out. The fee to run track this year is $70.

At the end of practice tonight we will hand out the rules, schedules of practices, and schedules of meets. If you have any questions after that please feel free to ask.

What to Bring

2007-03-12T09:58:00.000-04:00

What to bring for practice:

Runners should routinely bring a water bottle to practice. (If possible, write your name on the water bottle.)

Runners should consider also routinely bringing a sweatshirt and sweat pants to wear over their running shorts.

Weather temperatures occasionally drop in the evening and runners will be more comfortable if they can add a layer of clothing after exercising/waiting for their ride.

If you pack a running bag, there's no reason not to also add a hat and lightweight gloves just in case we get a cool wind.

What to bring to meets and what to expect:

Runners should routinely bring a water bottle to meets. (If possible, write your name on the water bottle.)

Runners will not be charged admission to the meet, but parents and sibling will be charged a nominal admission at most meets.

Runners should be sure that they have money in case they need to buy food or drinks.

Runners should consider routinely bringing sweat pants to wear over their running shorts between events. It occasionally gets cold and runners will be more comfortable if they can add a layer of clothing.

We recommend that runners pack a running bag which should also include a hat and lightweight gloves just in case we get a cool wind; a poncho, raincoat, or plastic bag to wear over their uniform or to sit on in the bleachers (which get wet) in case there is rain. There's no harm in adding a granola bar or nutritious/convenient snack to avoid resorting to chips or candy when hunger strikes.

Sunscreen is also recommended on sunny afternoons.

Running Shoes for Kids

2007-03-06T09:32:00.000-05:00

I got a great question from a mom on my last post. The question is what kind of shoes do we recommend for track? You child will need running shoes that have good support and are made for running. This means that they should lace up and not Velcro and they should not have spikes on the bottom. We are not allowed to use traditional track shoes. I went to Dick's yesterday and they had some nice Asics on sale for $19.99 that would work great. Another brand that I recommend is New Balance. The other shoe companies are nice but just make sure they have good support. Thanks for the question and I hope this helps.

Coach Matt

Track Season Starts Monday, March 12th

2007-02-26T14:29:00.000-05:00

The 2007 track season starts Monday, March 12th. We will be meeting at the Indian Hill High School Track at 5:45 pm. Practice will be over at 7:00 pm. Be ready to practice and also be prepared to take home information about the upcoming season. Schedules of practices and meets will be handed out at this first practice. Any questions or concerns will also be addressed. If you need to reach me, Matt McKee, the head coach you can either e-mail me at ihtrack@gmail.com or 276-2102. Myself and all of the other coaches look forward to seeing you there.

Coach Matt

Track Season is starting soon!

2007-02-13T09:29:00.000-05:00

Track season will start in March of 2007. We currently have around 60 runners signed up and many of the coaches from last year are returning. I am very excited to see all of the returning runners from last year and to see all of the new runners who are joining us. Please check back to see when our first practice will be.

Coach Matt McKee

Last Post for Track 2006

2006-05-22T14:37:00.000-04:00

Runners, parents, coaches, and volunteers thank you for a great track season. This was a wonderful experience for me and an honor to be able to work along side great families. I have not been in Cincinnati very long and you have made me feel apart of the community in a mighty way. Please don't forget about tonight's banquet. It will start at 7:00pm and will be done by 8:30pm. The whole family is invited. I have plenty of chicken coming to feed everyone. This is a potluck dinner so please bring your dish, desert, or drink. I look forward to seeing you tonight.

Coach Matt

Practice Today (updated) and Saturday's Meet

2006-05-18T08:49:00.000-04:00

There will not be practice today due to weather. As you may well know, it is storming and we can't practice when it storms. You will receive a PennAlert saying this as well. The forecast looks good for Saturday, though.

This Saturday is our home meet. It will be at Indian Hill High School and will start at 9:00. Everyone should be there around 8:30. That means that the reporting times for K-6th grade is at 8:30. The girls will start with running events and the guys will start with field events.

If you are volunteering at the meet please look for the white tent on the football field and check in there. You will be given your assignment at that time. If you have not told me that you are volunteering and you would like to, please just show up and check in. Let's make this a great meet.

Coach Matt

Track Practice Monday May 15th and Year end Banquet

2006-05-15T16:18:00.000-04:00

We will have practice today. The rain looks like it may hold off which is a wonderful thing. I know some of you can't make it but we will see you on Thursday.

End of Year Track Banquet

Monday, May 22, 2006

Indian Hill Middle School Cafeteria

Our end of year banquet to celebrate the 2006 Track season will begin at 7:00 PM (ending no later than 8:30 PM). The track program will provide the main course.

Families are invited to the Banquet/Awards.

Based on the grade of your child please bring the following for 9-10 people:

Grade K – 2 Side Dish

Grade 3 – 4 Desserts

Grade 5 – 6 Drinks (Fruit Punch or Soft Drink)

Each runner will be recognized for his or her participation in the track program.

Any questions please let me know.

Thanks,

Coach Matt McKee

W – 513.272.5800

H – 513.276.2102

Today's Meet

2006-05-13T07:42:00.000-04:00

I just talked to the Track Meet Coordinator and she said that the meet is still on for today. The weather forcast for today is calling for rain for most of the day. If you don't come out because of weather today I will totally understand. Make the best family decision you can and then hope that we get to practice this week and have a beautiful day for our last meet next week at Indian Hill High School. If you do have any questions feel free to contact one of the coaches. Also, if the status of the meet changes at any point today I will give you a call with the PennAlert System.

Coach Matt

Track Meet Saturday May 13 has some Changes

2006-05-12T14:50:00.000-04:00

The place where we will have the meet tomorrow has changed if weather permits. At this point we are having the meet tomorrow but it will not be at LaSalle High School. The meet is going to be at Colerain High School instead. The track at Colerain dries quicker and is safer for wet conditions. I am told that the only way that the meet will be cancelled is if it storms with thunder and lightning. Directions to the Colerain are below.

St. James Invitational

Saturday, May 13, 2006

Colerain High School – 8801 Cheviot Road

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 8:30 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:00 AM

Grades 5 – 6 1:30 PM

Take I-71 North to Ronald Regan Cross County Highway (Exit 14). Merge onto Cross County – West (left ramp). Continue on Cross County Highway to Colerain Ave (US 27) – app. 13 miles. Turn right (north) on Colerain Ave to Joseph Rd. (app. 0.3 miles). Turn left on Joseph). Cross Cheviot Rd into Colerain High School driveway.

Please allow 30 minute driving time.

If you cannot attend the meet, please contact the appropriate coach. This will help them in preparation in making the event sheets.

Grades K – 2 Gina Breda 271-2071

Grades 3 – 4 Andrew Speno 533-2657

Grades 5 – 6 Louise Hughes 272-8044

No Practice Thursday May 11th and other info

2006-05-11T16:05:00.000-04:00

There will be no practice May 11th due to weather. It has been raining all day and there is a good chance that it won't stop. I want everyone to be healthy on Saturday since it is one of our last meets. As of right now the meet for Saturday is still on. Also, we do have a home meet May 20th. Please e-mail me at mmckee@horizoncc.com if and when you can volunteer. One last note, we will have our final banquet for the track season. It is going to be Monday, May 22nd at the Indian Hill Middle School Cafateria from 7:00-8:30. Families are welcome to join us for this great event. More info about this will be coming. Here are the directions to this weekend's meet:

St. James Invitational

Saturday, May 13, 2006

Please See Changes Above.

No Track Practice Today

2006-05-08T13:01:00.000-04:00

There will be no track practice Monday, May 8th. There has been scheduling conflicts with local tracks and therefore we will not have formal practice. Please run on you own. Today is a beautiful day, so go outside and be active.

Please remember that I also need to know when you can volunteer for our track meet on May 20th. Please read the last blog entry if you don't know what I am talking about.

Thanks,

Coach Matt

Big announcements

2006-05-04T14:38:00.000-04:00

Track practice today looks like a go. It is a little cloudy but looking at the radar, we should be fine. If it does begin to storm I will post here and give you a call if we need to cancel.

If you plan on running this Saturday make sure to bring your form tonight. If I don't have your form then I will assume that you are not going to show up. Therefore you will not be paid for and will not be able to run.

We are hosting a home meet on May 20th at Indian Hill High School. The meet is going to be from 9:00 am-1:00 pm. We need a lot of volunteers to make this happen. We are inviting Seven Hills and Mariemont to this meet. Let's show these other communities that Indian Hill knows how to put on a great track meet. In order to do this, we are going to need the following number of volunteers in 2 hour shifts:

6 people to hand out ribbons for running events
5 people to hand out ribbons for field events
6 people to administer the running events
10 people to administer the field events
4 people to run concessions
2 people to run announcements
1 person to start all running events

The 2 shifts to work will be from 8:30am-11:00 and 11:00am-1:30pm. If any of the above positions interest you please let me know by May 11th. If you can't help out with these positions but want to help out with preparation please let me know as well.

Thank You,

Coach Matt

Practice for May 1st and this Weekend

2006-05-01T14:41:00.000-04:00

We will have practice today at Indian Hill High School. It will be from 5:45-7:00 pm. Even though the weather man said that it might rain, so far it seems to be a pretty day. As long as it doesn't storm we will practice.

This Saturday we will not have a track meet, but instead I want to give your child a different opportunity. This opportunity is not mandatory and is totally up to you. Instead of a track meet we are going to participate in the Flying Piglet. Information is below:

Saturday, May 6, 2006 - As a registered participant, your child will receive a "goodie bag" to fill with lots of fun stuff. It will be a morning of exercise, nutrition, entertainment, and wellness. Registration packet pickup will begin at 9:00 a.m. at Sawyer Point near the corner of Eggleston Avenue and Pete Rose Way, with activities beginning at 11:00 a.m. Please allow 30 minutes for registration and packet pickup prior to your child's race time.

PRIZES!
The races are fun runs. All children will receive the same prizes. Each registered child will receive a Flying Piglet Kid's Fun Run T-shirt, a finisher's medal and a goodie bag.

AGE GROUPS
Races will begin with the Pampers Diaper Dash at 11:00 a.m. Participants will be allowed to have one parent on the "course." Parents my walk or run along with younger entrants (5 and under).

Age groups may run in a series of heats to accommodate all participants. The distances in these short runs vary, increasing with each age group. Parents may walk or run along with younger entrants (5 and under).

Age divisions are as follows:

Registration:		9:00 a.m.	Sawyer Point
Pampers Diaper Dash:
One and under	15-ft. crawl	11:00 a.m.	Sawyer Point grass
2-3 years:	50 yards	11:15 a.m.	Sawyer Point grass
Mascot Parade		11:40 a.m.	Sawyer Point grass
Mascot Race		12:00 p.m.	Yeatman's Cove grass
4-5 years:	100 yards	12:10 p.m.	Yeatman's Cove grass
6-7 years:	200 yards	12:20 p.m.	Yeatman's Cove grass
8-9 years:	400 yards	12:30 p.m.	Yeatman's Cove grass

Children over 9 years of age are invited to participate in 1 mile of the 5K Fun Run, beginning at 10:15 a.m.

I am bringing registration forms to practice tonight and I will need them back by Thursday if you plan to attend this event. The cost of the event will be covered for your child if they decide to participate. We will also have a meeting place on Saturday before the event.

Track Meet Saturday April 29th

2006-04-28T19:05:00.000-04:00

East/West Invitational Track Meet
Madeira High School
7465 Loannes Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45243

Reporting Times: K-2 8:45 am
3-4 11:00 pm
5-6 2:15 pm

If you can not make it please call your coaches. Their contact info is posted below in other postings. Sorry about posting so late on this. I do apologize.

Coach Matt

Directions to Seven Hills for Thursday

2006-04-26T09:09:00.000-04:00

Seven Hills Track Meet

Thursday, April 27, 2006

Seven Hills School Track Facility

5400 Red Bank Road

Reporting time: Grades K-2 4:45 PM

Grades 3-4 4:45 PM

Grades 5-6 4:45 PM

Directions: Take I-71 S to Exit 9 Red Bank Expwy. Turn Right onto Duck Creek Rd (1^st light). Turn right onto Red Bank Road. Please allow approximately 15 minutes driving time.

No Practice Today Monday April 24th

2006-04-24T11:50:00.000-04:00

There will be no practice today. Please run on your own. Try something new like going for a long distance. Today is a pretty day and you don't have any excuses.

Remember we do have a schedule change this week as well. Our next meet is going to be this Thursday at Seven Hills. It starts at 5:00 pm . We are only doing running events against Seven Hills and Mariemont so the meet will be shorter than those on Saturdays. I will post directions later this week.

Coach Matt

Track Practice April 20

2006-04-20T15:59:00.000-04:00

As of right now, 4:00 pm on April 20th we are having practice. There is a chance of rain and storms but unless they come we will practice. Today will be a normal practice. As you know we have a meet this Saturday. If weather is such that the meet is called off I will let you know by a post on this blog and a phone call from the PennAlert system. Also, if you are still waiting on your jacket to come back with your name on it, I will have all of those at practice tonight. Thanks.

Coach Matt

Track Meet this Saturday April 22nd

2006-04-20T14:23:00.000-04:00

Here are directions to this weekend's meet. If you have any questions feel free to contact me or any of the other coaches.

St. Catherine Invitational

Saturday, April 22, 2006

LaSalle High School Â 3091 North Bend Road

Reporting time: Grades K - 2 8:30 AM

Grades 3 - 4 11:00 AM

Grades 5 - 6 2:00 PM

If you cannot attend the meet, please contact the appropriate coach. This will help them in preparation in making the event sheets.

Grades K - 2 Gina Breda 271-2071

Grades 3 - 4 Andrew Speno 533-2657

Grades 5 - 6 Louise Hughes 272-8044

Don't forget to bring water, sun screen, and wear your uniform.

Coach Matt

April 17th Practice and Tax Day

2006-04-17T16:11:00.000-04:00

We will be having practice today starting at 5:45 and ending at 7:00. This will take place at Indian Hill High School. At practice today I will have instructions to this weekend's meet. Make sure and pick one up before you leave. Also, any parent who wants to relieve some stress because today is Tax Day then you are more than welcome to come join us tonight and run with your child. If you don't want to run but want to help us out then that would be appreciated as well. I will see you soon.

Coach Matt

Message from Coach Gina Breda

2006-04-13T23:14:00.000-04:00

K-2 Runners

Everyone is looking good. Please try to practice your softball throw and long jump in the back yard. If you don't have a softball, any ball will do. Remember what we reviewed tonight.

Softball Throw:

Three to four steps and then a full throw. Girls, don't throw like a girl!

Long Jump:

Launch with one foot, jump with two, land with two. Practice falling forward, not on your rear.

Running Form:

Arms tight against the body. "Don't look like the cat that's been thrown up in the air."

Run down the street or around the block.

Meals Before Race Day:

No: Heavy meals, i.e., no full pancake, bacon & egg breakfast.
Yes: Bagels, banannas, apples, most fruit, small cup of yogurt, etc.

Happy Easter!

April 13th Practice

2006-04-13T11:48:00.000-04:00

What another beautiful day! Days like today are why we do track or any other spring sport. We will be at Indian Hill High School from 5:45-7:00. We will finish the heptathlon tonight. If you weren't there on Monday we will try to catch you up. Also, we do not have a meet this coming Saturday so enjoy your weekend and spend it with family. I should have all jackets tonight that were turned in on Monday with your name on it. I can't wait to see everyone again.

Coach Matt

Pictures from our 1st Meet

2006-04-12T17:01:00.000-04:00

Here are some great photos from our first track meet. We had a great time and everyone did very well.

Monday April 10th Track Madness

2006-04-10T14:25:00.000-04:00

It is a beautiful day in the neighborhood, a beautiful day in the neighborhood. We are going to have practice today but it will be a little bit different because we are going to do our first heptathlon. You may be asking yourself, what is a heptathlon? I am glad you asked. Each student will do 6 events during tonight's practice. It will consist of 4 running events and 2 field events. The running events are the 50M, 75M, 100M, and 200M dash. The field events are going to be the softball throw and the long jump. We are doing this not as a competition to see who is best at each event but so that you know where you are today so that when we do this again at the end of the season you can see how much better you have gotten as the season has progressed. So come prepared to run, jump and throw. This also means that we will need the help of any parents that come to the practice tonight. You can help us measure or time each event.

On a different not, great job this past Saturday. Our first meet of the season was a success and everyone did a great job. Thank you to all the parents that showed up and helped take pictures, make sure students were at the right event, and simply encouraged their child as they participated. It was great to see the attitudes of everyone. We need to keep this up every meet.

One final thing for practice tonight. We will be at Cincinnati Country Day School. This will be our last practice at CCD and all other practices will be at Indian Hill High School. Also, if you gave me an form and check to get your name on your jacket please bring your jacket tonight to practice so that we can get the embroidery done. If you still want your name on your jacket it is not to late. Please bring your jacket and $7.50 and I can get that done for you. So I will see you tonight at 5:45 and pick up will be at 7:00.

Coach Matt

A message from Coach Hughes

2006-04-07T15:54:00.000-04:00

To All Runners,
Please remember to bring the following items to EVERY track meet:
Water Bottle
Sunscreen
A Snack or money to buy food

When in doubt, bring:
For Colder Weather- warmup pants, jacket, and a hat/gloves
Rain- poncho, seat cushion
Warm/Sunny- sunglasses

Update on Practice today April 6th

2006-04-06T17:02:00.000-04:00

We are going to meet but not run. I want you to get directions and at least your t-shirts for this Saturday's meet. Meet me in the MIDDLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA at 5:45.

Matt McKee

1st Track Meet this Saturday

2006-04-06T16:06:00.000-04:00

Saturday, April 08, 2006

St. Jude/Queen of Peace Invitational

Oak Hills High School Track Facility

3200 Ebenezer Rd Cincinnati, OH 45248-4038

Reporting time: Grades K – 2 8:30 AM

Grades 3 – 4 11:00 AM

Grades 5 – 6 1:30 PM

This meet will include both running and field events. Girls will run first while boys compete in field events.

Please allow approximately 30 minutes travel time.

If you cannot attend the meet, please contact the appropriate coach. This will help them in preparation in making the event sheets.

Grades K – 2 Gina Breda 271-2071

Grades 3 – 4 Andrew Speno 533-2657

Grades 5 – 6 Louise Hughes 272-8044

Track Practice April 6th

2006-04-06T15:55:00.000-04:00

We will practice today even though it is raining off and on. We will meet at Indian Hill High School at 5:45pm and finish at 7:00pm. Today is a big day for three reasons. First reason is because we are doing a heptathlon. That means you will run in 4 events and do 2 field events during today's practice. Second reason is because this is our last practice before our 1st meet which is this Saturday. So don't leave practice today with getting directions and what time to show up for the meet. Lastly, you will get your uniforms today. If you did not communicate to me what size you wanted on Monday I went with the size that you signed up for during registration weekend. If you still want to get your name on the jacket it is not to late to do so, but it will not happen by this weekend. You are to return your jacket, the form, and payment to practice next week and it will be returned to you by our next meet. Also, if you are a parent reading this we need your help at practice tonight. You can help time the kids during events, measure field events, and pass out uniforms. Please let me know where you would like to help when you show up tonight. Thanks.

Coach Matt

P.S. I missed you guys on Monday. It will be good to be with you again.

Track Practice and Track Jackets

2006-04-03T15:45:00.000-04:00

Today is Monday April 3rd and we will have track practice. It will be from 5:45-7:00 at CCDS. If you don't have a packet of information yet please pick one up tonight. Also if you are wondering about the track jackets and what size you wear then you are in luck. There will be one jacket of each size so you can try it on to make sure you get the right size. Remember, it is not required that you get your name on the jacket and you will receive a jacket even if you don't get your name on it. I do think it is a good idea just so you know which one is yours and I also think it looks better with your name than without your name. Any questions feel free to call me at 513-276-2102. Also, I will not be at practice tonight. I hope you all enjoy it and I will see you on Thursday.

Coach Matt

Thursday March 23 Practice

2006-03-23T16:00:00.000-05:00

We will practice today at the Indian Hill High School Track. Practice will be from 5:45-7:00 pm. As you know it is still cold outside so dress accordingly. Also, if there are any parents who would like to take pictures during the practices and send them to me I can post them on this blog. On another note of business, I will have envelopes at practice tonight for those of you who want more personalization of the uniforms for your child. Make sure you pick that up from me so that everything can be done by our first meet. I will have a sample of what the jacket will look like at practice tonight. I look forward to seeing everyone there.

Coach Matt

T-Shirt design

2006-03-22T15:55:00.000-05:00

The t-shirts have been ordered and I think they look great. We do have a new logo and design for the t-shirt this year. Sorry if you been saving your older brother's or sister's or if you had a t-shirts from years past. I liked the old style but thought it was time for an update. Here is the design for the new t-shirt.

Let's run before it snows

2006-03-20T14:38:00.000-05:00

Today is Monday, March 20th and track practice is on. We will be meeting at the Indian Hill High School track. It is a little bit chilly out there but once you start running it will feel great. Once you get to the track make sure you get your name tag and then start to warm up. Because it is cooler today it will take you longer to warm up so you may want to run more than 2 laps. The sun is suppose to set around 7:00 pm tonight so we will try to go until then. Please dress in layers and we will see you at the track tonight.

Coach Matt

To K-2nd from Coach Gina

2006-03-16T20:16:00.000-05:00

K-2 runners: Great job at practice tonight! Everyone looked really good -- your form and speed were awesome. Next week we'll be working on the 4 x 100 relay and the softball throw. Practice running when you can whether it's in the backyard, on the sidewalk, baseball practice or on the playground. Thanks to our littlest runner, Matthew Round, for helping Coach Breda "blow the whistle" and officiate at practice with 2nd grade runners.

Check out my favorite running sites for children: www.kidsrunning.com and www.waycoolrunning.com.

Practice for March 16th

2006-03-16T13:58:00.000-05:00

We will be practicing today even if it does sprinkle a little bit. Right now it is looking and feeling great and I can't wait to get out on the track for the first time this season. We will be running at Cincinnati Country Day at 5:45. The sun is predicted to set around 6:45 so we will be wrapping it up around then. Please be prompt in picking up your child. Also if you did not get an information packet at the last meeting please see me and I will give you one. Thank you so much again for letting your child run track this year. It is going to be a blast.

Coach Matt

Uniforms and Shoes

2006-03-15T15:07:00.000-05:00

This year the track program will supply a T-shirt and a Track Jacket for every kid. We are doing Track Jackets instead of Hooded Sweatshirts this year just for fun and something different. We are also changing colors from years past. This year we are going with black T-Shirts with red screen printing and black Jackets with red embroidery. I think it would look sharp if everyone wore red shorts as well, but that is up to you and your child. There are two other options for you to think about as well. If you was a parent want either the T-Shirt or the Jacket please let me know. The Jackets are going to be $30 for adults and the T-Shirts are going to be $10 for adults. I am ordering these next week so I need to know fairly quickly. The other thing that we are offering this year is to have your child's name embroidered or monogramed on their Jacket or on their T-Shirt. There is an additional fee of $7.50 per item, so if you wanted both the Jacket and the T-Shirt it would come out to be $15. One last thing about uniforms is the shoes that your child will be wearing. Make sure your child has a good running shoe. It does not have to cost a lot. In fact, Dick's Sporting Goods has a pair of Asiscs on sale for $24.99 right now. It is a solid shoe with good support. If you have any questions feel free to e-mail me @ mmckee@horizoncc.com.

Coach Matt

Track Practice Today

2006-03-13T12:10:00.000-05:00

For all of you out there wondering are we going to have track practice today the answer is YES. We are going to meet but we are going to be in the lobby of the Indian Hill Middle School and not on the track. We will meet at 5:45 and it will be a quick meeting for information purposes only. We are not going to run today but I do want to make sure you know about the season ahead. I look forward to seeing you today.

Coach Matt McKee

Indian Hill Track is Starting

2006-02-22T08:32:00.000-05:00

Our first practice will be held on March 13th @ 5:45-7:00 at Indian Hill High School. Check back for updates and pictures of the kids who are in the program this year.