Monte Vista Mustangs Track & Field: TEAM NEWS!

Check out great photos from the 2012 season as well as prior years at the Monte Vista Photobucket site.  Click here or on the Photo Link to the left.

If you have photos to share, please email them to Mike Davis at mike.davis@sbcglobal.net and we'll post them.  If you have a bunch, copy them to a CD and bring it to practice.

Go Mustangs!

Junior Amy Ingram - Courtesy of Chris Scott - Cal Sports Photo

The following recent Monte Vista Track & Field alumni have continued their storied careers for their respective colleges and universities!  Follow their progress by checking out the links below.

       Good luck to all of you!  Always a Mustang!

Dustin Harris - class of 2008
University of California - San Diego
http://www.ucsdtritons.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=93289&SPID=11064&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=5800&ATCLID=3662826&Q_SEASON=2011

Bhavik Kanzaria - class of 2008
University of California - Santa Barbara 
http://www.ucsbgauchos.com/sports/m-track/2011-12/bios/kanzaria_bhavik_gkqi

Stephanie Schafer - class of 2008
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
http://www.unlvrebels.com/sports/w-track/mtt/schafer_stephanie00.html

Brett Zorich - class of 2008
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
http://www.unlvrebels.com/sports/w-track/mtt/zorich_brett00.html

Connor Donley - class of 2009
University of Southern Oregon
http://souraiders.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=1673&path=track

Stephen Burke - class of 2010
University of California - Berkeley
http://www.calbears.com/sports/c-otrack/mtt/burke_steven00.html

Nicole Aha - class of 2010
University of California - Davis
http://www.ucdavisaggies.com/sports/c-track/mtt/aha_nicole00.html

Jill Anderson - class of 2011
Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore MD
http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/w-track/mtt/anderson_jill00.html

Michael Garaventa - class of 2011
California State University - San Francisco
http://www.sfstategators.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=1363&path=mcross

Congrats!  You've not only found the T & F web site, you've located the "Team News" tab, where the coaches will post important announcements.  So check back here often!

 First day of official practice is Monday, Feb 6th, 2012.  3:30 pm at the track.  Be dressed and ready to go.  Bring proper warm ups each day.   You must be cleared by the sports administration office (Mrs Melissa French) to practice and complete.

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For EBAL dual meets, and for Invitationals that do not feature special relays, the following is the standard order of events.  For EBAL dual meets, F/S and Varsity may be combined, based on the numbers of entrants per event.  This decision is at the discretion of the starter or meet manager.  Boys and Girls events are not combined, with the exception of the 3200 meter race at some EBAL races.  There is not a separate Junior Varsity division for EBAL dual meets.

EBAL Dual meets start at 4pm and can last until 8pm. 

Order of Running Events

400 meter relay (4x100)

1600 meters

110 hurdles

400 meters

100 meters

800 meters

300 hurdles

200 meters

3200 meters

1600 meter relay (4x400)

Order of Field Events vary meet to meet.  Often, if shot begins with girls, then discus begins with boys and/or vice versa.  If there are two pits, girls long jump while boys triple jump,  and vice versa.

Pole Vault

Shot Put

Discus

Long Jump

Triple Jump

High Jump

Over 300 athletes and family members showed up at the MV Commons for the annual Track and Field awards banquet.  Catered by Kinders BBQ - there was plenty of tasty food to go around.  The Commons was once again transformed into a special venue for the nights festivities by our great parent volunteers.  A big thank you goes to Team Mom Jean Chin and all the parents who jumped in to help!

All the Mustang T&F varsity letter winners were announced and recognized by each training group coach. 

Photos are uploaded to the Photobucket site (See Links/Photos) - Thank you Brian Stansell!

Congrats to the following award winners:

Monte Vista Track and Field awards

MVP
Boys: Gabe Ribeiro   Girls: Katie Cook

Boys: Brandon Lim     Girls: Chloe Winn

Boys: Cameron Coutermarsh       Girls: Nina Rondoni

Boys: Alex Bizzack     Girls: Kendall Swanson

Boys: Trevor Furhiman   Girls: Amy Ingram

Boys: Zach Chambers      Girls: Haley Perkins

Boys: Phillip Nelson     Girls: Kaeli Hancock

Boys: Connor Cook       Girls: Rachel Call

Girls: Maddy Thornton

Boys: Austin Anderson     Girls:  Kaylin Terada

Dane Turner

       2011 MVP's Katie Cook & Gabe Ribeiro

Remember - field events on Weds will go straight into the finals, with the top 9 brought to the finals that evening.  On Thursday, varsity field events will narrow the field to the top 9, which will compete on Saturday.  Exception - the varsity girls pole vault will compete as a final on Thursday, with the boys competing on Saturday.

GO MUSTANGS!

Meet program for the North Coast Section - Meet of Champions - trials to be held at UC Berkeley's Edwards Stadium May 27th.  Click on the handout below.

Meet information: http://www.cifncs.org/sports/track/files/MOCchampionshipbulletin.pdf

As announced during practice, Monte Vista T&F will not be attending the Nor Cal Frosh Soph championship invitational on Saturday, April 23rd.

Please check with your event coach to see if you will be having practice instead.

There will be practice on Monday and Weds at 3:30, and then on Friday at 9:00AM, for anyone who is in town over Spring Break.  While not manditory, if you are in town, you are encouraged to come by and keep up your fitness levels! 

If you are not in town, make sure you know what your event coach expects you to do over break.

 Mid-distance and distance workouts can be found on the "Training Group" page to the left.

GO MUSTANGS!!

Due to inclement weather and poor ground conditions at Oak Hill Park, we are going to reschedule the photo day originally scheduled for Weds March 23rd. 

 Listen for announcments at practice and check back here for new updates.

Dates:  Distance portion is held on Friday, March 11th from 3:30 until....9PM or later.  Sprint and Field Event festival starts on Saturday, March 12th, at 10AM.

Location:  Amador Valley HS - Pleasanton

Buses:  Friday the 1600 meter runners will be excused at 1:45 and the bus leaves at 2:00.
           The 800 meter runners and 3200 runners will leave MV at 3;30 on a second bus.

           Saturday the buses leave MV at 8:15.  Do not be late!

Cost:  There is a $5 gate fee for spectators, 12 and under are free.  MV competing althletes are free.

Weather:  Due to the length of these meets, it is STRONGLY suggested that all MV athletes bring multiple layers of clothes including rain gear.  Last year it POURED on the distance festival.  Don't be caught in a tee-shirt and light jacket.

Attendance:  You "signed up" to be at this meet.  Athletes who No-Show will be considered for suspension and future travel restrictions.  Athletes may leave with their parents after all of their assigned races, however, you are strongly encouraged to 'hang out' and cheer for your teammates!   You need to check out with your coach.

A printable schedule and the heat sheets can be found in the handout below.

GO MUSTANGS!!!

Below is a draft of the 2011 Monte Vista HS Track and Field competition schedule.  There may be some changes to this before the season starts.

Please note events that say "traveling team" or "team".  Make sure you do not schedule outside activities those days - you will be expected to be in attendance at those events.  Meets that say "selected" or "invited" or "qualified" are generally for our very top performers who have set eligible marks and gain acceptance into these premier meets.

Printable Schedule in the "Handout" link below

Once again, the MV Commons was transformed by parent volunteers into a special place as the Track and Field team held its traditional end-of-year awards banquet.  With plenty of food, a photo slide show, and great decorations, the team was ready to honor those who had earned varsity letters and/or special recognition for their accomplishments.

Congrats to the following student athletes who were honored during the evening.  Photos are on the Photobucket site (click on Links/Photos) - courtesy of parent Brian Stansell. 

2010 Rookie-of-the Year winners Anjo Halili and Amy Ingram

Mustangs who advanced on from the EBAL Meet are:

Maddy Thornton - Girls High Jump
Stephen Burke - Boys Shot Put and Discus
Lauren Vujovich - Girls Long and Triple Jumps
Mel Rosenberg - Girls Long and Triple Jumps
Dane Turner - Boys Long Jump
Boys and Girls 4X100 Relays
Boys and Girls 4X400 Relays
Amis Matulionis - Boys 1600 meters
Hailey Perkins - Girls 400 meters
Katie Cook - Girls 100 and 200 meters
Cameron Coutermarsh - Boys 100 and 200 meters
Gabe Ribeiro - Boys 100 meters
Mikaela Hammitt - Girls 800 meters
Trevor Furhiman - Boys 800 meters
Kaeli Hancock - Girls 300 Hurdles
Laura Ashton - Girls 300 Hurdles
Amy Ingram - Girls 300 Hurdles
Kimmy Abood - Girls 3200 meters

At Cal High School.  Field events start at 10am, Running events at 11am.

 See handout below.

GO MUSTANGS!

Congrats to the following Mustangs who were admitted to the SAC MOC meet on May 1st.  Already leaders on the team, these athletes had qualifying marks that enabled them to get into this difficult meet.

Meet Web Site:  http://www.sacramentomoc.com/

MOVI - Monte Vista (Dn)                           
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  1. Aha, Nicole - Female  SR
      #76 Women 3200 Meter Run                        11:13.85        
  2. Burke, Stephen - Male  SR
      #66 Men Shot Put                                         56-11.25        
  3. Furhiman, Trevor - Male  SO
      #28 Boys 800 Meter Run Frosh/Soph                2:00.91        
      #39 Boys 1600 Meter Run Frosh/Soph               4:29.70        
  4. Hancock, Kaeli - Female  JR
      #72 Women 300 Meter Hurdles                        46.07        
  5. Matulionis, Amis - Male  SR
      #12 Boys 3200 Meter Run Varsity                  9:42.10        
  6. Nelson, Philip - Male  SO
      #21 Boys High Jump Frosh/Soph                    5-10.00        
  7. Smiley, Josh - Male  JR
      #12 Boys 3200 Meter Run Varsity                  9:56.18        
  8. Wenig, Adam - Male  JR
      #36 Boys High Jump Varsity                       6-04.00   

School record breaker Kaeli Hancock was selected as the Contra Costa Times "Athlete of the Week" for her recent accomplishments on the oval.  She recently smashed her own record in the 300 Hurdles at the Arcadia Invitational, running a stellar 46.07 time.

Against Cal HS last week, Kaile particiated in four tough events in an effort to help the girls team try to overcome Cal.  She took first in the 100 Hurdles, first in the 400 meters (right after the hurdles), first in the 300 Hurdles, and anchored the 4X400 relay (who just mised first place).   An outstanding effort indeed!

http://www.contracostatimes.com/high-school-sports/ci_14940255

CONGRATS KAELI!

4/22/10:  Sr Will Ratcliff, a four year Track veteran, was seriously injured while warming up for the Granada meet.  Will suffered a compound fracture in his ankle and is out for the season.   He was quickly establishing himself as one of the top throwers in the EBAL. 

After successful surgery, Will is recovering and back at Monte Vista.  In fact - he was on the sidelines taking photos and cheering on the team to victory today against Livermore!  Will reports that he expects a full recovery and can participate in sports in the future!  He was quickly establishing himself as one of the top throwers in the EBAL.   

We wish you a speedy and full recovery Will!  

Go back to the Home Page and scroll down to the bottom.  Or go to the "Handouts" on the left, and under General Handouts you'll find the document.

 Thanks for being here.  Explore the web site!

If you are in town, then you need to be at practice on Monday, Feb 15th.  If your family has already made plans to be out of town, you are not required to attend.  Make sure you have looked over the schedule and removed any future conflicts.  "Family plans" will not be a valid reason for missing practice or meets in the future!

* PRESIDENTS WEEKEND PRACTICE SCHEDULE
- Pole vaulters will practice at 10am on Monday, Feb 15th
- Distance squad at 3:30pm
- All other groups meet at 3:00PM

On Saturday, Feb 27th, Monte Vista Track and Field will travel to SRVHS to attend the annual Super Scrimmage with the SRV and Miramonte high schools.  There are no buses for this meet.  The first event is at 9am.  You will be told at practice what time to be there.

All returning athletes should wear last years T&F uniform.  If you are new to the Track team, you need to wear a pair of black shorts, and a white t-shirt (something that says Monte Vista on it would be great, although a plain white t-shirt would be fine).  Cross Country runners can wear their XC uniforms if they want.

Attached is the schedule of events.  Check with your event coach for your individual assignments!

GO STANGS!

2009 SRV Super Scrimmage Results: http://www.eteamz.com/mvhstrack/handouts/index.cfm?cat=173009&id=746022#1583837

Congrats to the following Mustangs, whose 2009 marks put them in the top 10 returning Track and Field athletes in the North Coast Section!  Only invitational marks are included here, and they must have passed allowable wind readings.

Killick, M800, 7th, 1:57.81
Turner, M High Jump, 7th, 6'2"
Nguyen, M Pole Vault, T-1st, 14'0"
Shackleton, M Pole Vault, T-5th, 12'6"
Burke, M Shot Put, 2nd, 51'6"

Hammitt, W800, 2nd, 2:15.9
Aha, W3200, 10th, 11:12.04
Ashton, W High Jump, T-4th, 5'2"
Rosenberg, W Long Jump, 5th, 16'10.5"
(Vujovich, W LJ, 16'10" no wind reading)

Full NCS Preseason rankings: http://theconningtower.blogspot.com/2010/01/north-coast-section-preview-2010.html

Friday:  Distance Festival.  1600, 800 & 3200 meter races only.
Competing athletes will be excused after the lunch period: 1:15PM.  The buses will leave Monte Vista at 1:30.  First race is at 3:30.  Heat sheets in the attachment below.  Schedule of events listed below as well.

Athletes can leave with their parents after their races, however, we encourage them to stay and cheer on teammates.  We will have one bus for the return trip.  It will be late - possible around 10PM or later!

Please pack warm clothes.  Bring money for food and drink. 

Sprinters - you will have practice on Friday.  Report as usual.

Saturday:  Sprint and Field Festival. 
Heat sheets below.  Buses LEAVE Monte Vista at 8AM  7:30 AM!!  Same rules apply in terms of leaving with parents.  A bus will be there to take kids back to MV.  Most sprinters will be doing two events.  No relays for MV at this meet.  Pole Vaulters will be having practice at MV instead.

FRIDAY, March 12, 2010

Distance Meet Start Time

Girls 1600 3:30pm

Boys 1600 4:25pm

Girls 800 6:13pm

Boys 800 6:47pm

Girls 3200 7:49pm

Boys 3200 8:24pm

Finish 9:39pm!!

SATURDAY, March 13, 2010

Sprint Meet Start Time

Girls 4 x 100 10:00am

Boys 4 x 100 10:14am

Girls 400 10:31am

Boys 400 11:15am

Girls 100 12:49pm

Boys 100 1:21pm

Girls 300 hurdles 2:01pm

Boys 300 hurdles 2:27pm

Girls 200 2:56pm

Boys 200 3:37pm

Girls 4 x 400 4:37pm

Boys 4 x 400 5:00pm

Finish 5:18pm!!

Field Meet

9am-12pm
Girls Pole Vault

Boys High Jump

Girls Shot Put

Boys Discus

12pm-3pm
Boys Pole Vault

Girls High Jump

Boys Shot Put

Girls Discus

Final Schedule - See handout below

4/16/10:  If you did not pick up your team pictures at practice today, please see Jennifer Schikora in the office next week.  Remember, you had to pay for team and/or individual photos.  If you did - be sure to pick yours up!

Congrats to the following Monte Vista Track & Field athletes who were recognized at the Awards Banquet last week:

From Coach Sharon Kovar:

The Mustang Track and Field team received some positive press recently for their generous donation to the Sgt Roman fund at FMS:

http://www.diablomag.com:80/D-blog/Best-Of-Editor-Picks/May-2009/Diablo-Fit-Danville-Track-Team-donates-to-fallen-Oakland-Police-Officer/

See the handouts below.  Schedule subject to change.  Some late changes to the heat sheets may also happen.

Granada HS is located in Livermore. 

Directions: 580 East, exit Portola.  Turn right.  take a quick right on Murietta.  Take Murietta to Stanley.  Right on Stanley.  Left on Wall (first left).  GHS is on the left.  Parking for the track is just past the main front circle drive.

Schedule of events and heat sheet for the Finals.  Running events start at 11 am with the 4X100 relay.  Field events start at 10 am.

GOOD LUCK MUSTANGS!!

The Track and Field Team held its awards banquet in the Monte Vista Commons on Tuesday, June 2nd.  With plenty of food provided by El Balazo, and great decorations by Team Mom Sally Camp and her expert set-up crew, the popular event had nearly 300 people in attendance!  Team Booster Liaison Mike Aha prepared a video production with film and still photos.

In addition to the many Varsity Letter winners, the following individuals received special recognition by the coaching staff:

Team MVP Awards:  Boys - Stephen Burke     Girls - Mel Rosenberg & Nicole Aha (co-MVPs)

Rookie of the Year Awards:   Boys - Byron Kilian     Girls - Mikaela Hammitt

Eye of the Tiger Award:  Imran Masood

Team Manager Award:   Danielle Butera

Event Awards

Sprints:    Elliot Moore  / Megan Penland

Mid Distance:    Elliott Killick / Mikaela Hammitt

Hurdles:    Gordy Nash / Kaeli Hancock

Throws:  Stephen Burke / Jessica Acton

Distance:  Mike Roderick / Nicole Aha

High Jump:  Dane Turner / Laura Ashton

Long/Triple Jumps:  Eric DeLorme / Mel Rosenberg

Pole Vault:   Sean Nguyen / Laurel Lawson    Pole Vault Coaches Award: Dakota Shackleton