Making Strong Strides in Boys Cross Country, with Chris Knoll and Boston Wilkinson

08/26/24 • 48 min

Join the 29/1 crew for an encouraging conversation about change and adaptation within the West Ottawa boys cross-country team, featuring 15-year-old athlete and student sophomore runner Boston Wilkinson and long time head coach Chris Knoll.
We'll talk about the contributions of coach Jesse Luyk and Athlete Performance Coordinator Frank Lerchen that have significantly enhanced the team's performance, reduced injuries, and boosted confidence.
Discover newly fostered team dynamics and unique traditions within the West Ottawa Boys cross-country team. From the symbolic "sand ceremony" that grounds athletes before races, to training in Riley Trails, and even climbing the Sleeping Bear Dune as a team. We also discuss the team's recent improvement under Chris Knoll and the high expectations for the upcoming season, including Boston's ambitious goal of breaking the 17-minute mark for his 5K.
This episode is a reminder of how change and adaption can spark great things within us all.
This episode was recorded on August 2, 2024.

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The 29/1 - Making Strong Strides in Boys Cross Country, with Chris Knoll and Boston Wilkinson

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Speaker 100:00:00.040

This is the best team I have ever coached and they've got a chance to do some things . They changed that record board last year in three spots in the gym . They're going to really change it this year .

Speaker 200:00:17.152

Hey everybody , this is Rodney Valinga with the West Ottawa High School Athletic Program and you're listening to the 29.1 Podcast 29