Meet Preparation

Night Before the Race
 Be sure to know the bus/early release/arrival time
 Pack all your gear
 Listen to the weather report
 Eat right – avoid large amounts of meat and caffeine
 Drink plenty of fluids (preferably water or juices)
 Keep your normal sleep routine or earlier
 Use good judgment in going to sporting events/dances/potlucks
 Set an alarm clock (two if needed)

Morning/Day of the Race
 Dress at home/in locker room (must wear warm-ups)
 Get to bus/meet on time
o 5 minutes early = on time
o on time = late
o late = unacceptable…the bus will be gone
 Eat a light breakfast/lunch or none at all
 Allow at least 2-3 hours between eating and race time

On the Bus
 Music should be listened to on headphones only loud enough for you to hear
 Respect the bus driver at all times
 Leave the bus cleaner than when you got on the bus

Things to Bring to the Meet
 Travel bag (with all your necessities)
 At least 2 sets of pants, sweatshirts, jackets, t-shirts, shorts, and socks
 Training shoes and racing shoes (including spikes/spike wrench)
 Weather appropriate attire (cap & gloves if cold…rain poncho if wet)
 Water bottle or sports drink and healthy snacks for yourself (not provided by the team)
 Bag lunch and/or money for lunch/dinner

***Remember that we are all representing James Madison Memorial athletics, be on your best behavior at all times and continue to carry on the great SPARTAN tradition***