Hello, 12U Families!

It looks like a lot of people have not been getting my posts. I am told it is fixed now so I am resending my informational email.

We have had two fun practices now and our first specialties practice is tomorrow!

Coaching staff:

Head Coach – Jim Montgomery

Assistant Coaches – Dominka Montgomery, Beth Belk, Brenna Huhn, Bryce Kinard, Dave Gilbert, David Young, Elijah Willis, Han Hanjoyo, Leah Kahler, Lori Figueroa, Maria Mellein, Ryan Stepp, Stacy Hebert, Stephen Isbell

Goals for the season:

1. Safety
2. Fun and an appreciation for the benefits of sports and exercise
3. Good Sportsmanship
4. Developing your athlete’s abilities and helping them to achieve their goals.

Questions and information:

The most efficient way to communicate with me is through email on the website. I am also available for questions after practice. I will email regularly, especially once the meets begin in March. You can text me as well.

Practice:

12U will have team practices on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 at the Buena High School track.

Track is all weather rated, so we will practice rain or shine!

Parents are welcome to stay and watch, but only athletes and coaches are allowed on the field. Please be on time for pickup; a coach must stay with your athlete until you arrive.

Athletes will work with specialty coaches on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Preparation for practice:

Please have your athlete dressed and ready to go. They will need a bag to carry their belongings:

1. Sweatshirt and bottoms
2. Small towel
3. Water bottle (NO food/Gatorade on the track – water only)
4. Good Running Shoes!

I always end up with a ton of gear left behind. PLEASE label everything!!

Attendance:

We understand that other sports, illnesses, and injuries may conflict with practice. You do not need to email me if your athlete does not attend practice, but I would appreciate knowing if they are injured and if they are not going to attend a meet. Please do not send them to practice if they are injured.

Meets:

12U athletes can participate in all of the events:

Field – Hurdles, Long Jump, High Jump, and Shot Put

Relay – 4X100 and the 4X400

Distance – 3200, 1600, and 800

Sprints – 100, 200, and 400

12U Athletes (2013 – 2014) can participate in 4 events at each meet with a maximum of 3 running events.  The 4X100 counts toward their running event total, but the 4X400 is free. (Meaning the 4X400 does not count against their 4 events)

Some athletes know what events they are interested in, while others are still deciding. We will encourage them to try everything until they decide which events they like the most. Event sign-ups will be on Mondays and Wednesdays on the field.

Setting up the relay teams for the 4X100 and the 4X400 takes time. Once your athlete selects the relay, they commit to three other team athletes. Relay teams will be created based on times and attendance. Sometimes, we cannot build a full relay team due to numbers, but we will do our best to ensure it is a fair process.

I will send out more information regarding meets as the dates come closer, but for your future planning, the meet schedule on the website is accurate, and meets typically go from 8:00 – 3:00ish. The order of events is also on the website, and it does not change. All meets will run in that order.

We look forward to seeing you at Specialties practice tomorrow!!

See you soon,

Jim Montgomery

805-368-6999

Just a reminder, we’re gonna have practice at Arroyo Verde today from 4:30 to 5:30

Attention 12U

Our first practice on Wednesday was so much fun! It was great to see all the new and returning runners. I hope you all had fun, and if it was hard, don’t be discouraged—it gets easier as we get conditioned!

There will be no specialty practices today. These practices will start next week on Tuesday and Thursday.

Due to VUSD being on vacation Monday, we won’t be able to practice at Buena High School. However, to keep us running and because our first meet is on March 1st, I’ll be holding a practice on Monday at Arroyo Verde Park from 4:30 to 5:30 PM for anyone interested. We’ll meet by the first bathrooms on the left as you enter the park.

Also, a reminder that it’s important for all athletes to have good running shoes and water!

Hope to see you there!

Coach Jim

805-368-6999

Hello, 12U Families!

Coaching staff:

Jim Montgomery – Head Coach

Dominka Montgomery

Beth Belk

Brenna Huhn

Bryce Kinard

Dave Gilbert

David Young

Elijah Willis

Han Hanjoyo

Leah Kahler

Lori Figueroa

Maria Mellein

Ryan Stepp

Stacy Hebert

Stephen Isbell

Goals for the season:

1. Safety
2. Fun and an appreciation for the benefits of sports and exercise
3. Good Sportsmanship
4. Developing your athlete’s abilities and helping them to achieve their goals.

Questions and information:

The most efficient way to communicate with me is through email on the website. I am also available for questions after practice. I will email regularly, especially once the meets begin in March. You can text me as well.

Practice:

12U will have team practices on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 at the Buena High School track.

Track is all weather rated, so we will practice rain or shine!

Parents are welcome to stay and watch, but only athletes and coaches are allowed on the field. Please be on time for pickup; a coach must stay with your athlete until you arrive.

Athletes will work with specialty coaches on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Preparation for practice:

Please have your athlete dressed and ready to go. They will need a bag to carry their belongings:

1. Sweatshirt and bottoms
2. Small towel
3. Water bottle (NO food/Gatorade on the track – water only)
4. Good Running Shoes!

I always end up with a ton of gear left behind. PLEASE label everything!!

Attendance:

We understand that other sports, illnesses, and injuries may conflict with practice. You do not need to email me if your athlete does not attend practice, but I would appreciate knowing if they are injured and if they are not going to attend a meet. Please do not send them to practice if they are injured.

Meets:

12U athletes can participate in all of the events:

Field – Hurdles, Long Jump, High Jump, and Shot Put

Relay – 4X100 and the 4X400

Distance – 3200, 1600, and 800

Sprints – 100, 200, and 400

12U Athletes (2013 – 2014) can participate in 4 events at each meet with a maximum of 3 running events.  The 4X100 counts toward their running event total, but the 4X400 is free. (Meaning the 4X400 does not count against their 4 events)

Some athletes know what events they are interested in, while others are still deciding. We will encourage them to try everything until they decide which events they like the most. Event sign-ups will be on Mondays and Wednesdays on the field.

Setting up the relay teams for the 4X100 and the 4X400 takes time. Once your athlete selects the relay, they commit to three other team athletes. Relay teams will be created based on times and attendance. Sometimes, we cannot build a full relay team due to numbers, but we will do our best to ensure it is a fair process.

I will send out more information regarding meets as the dates come closer, but for your future planning, the meet schedule on the website is accurate, and meets typically go from 8:00 – 3:00ish. The order of events is also on the website, and it does not change. All meets will run in that order.

We look forward to greeting former and new athletes on Today!!

See you soon,

Jim Montgomery

805-368-6999

We are tapering and doing very light workouts, so please plan on picking up your athlete early tomorrow. We will finish at 5:30. Thank you!

Hello 12U families!

We hope you had a fantastic time at the last meet! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ As the season winds down, we’re thrilled to invite you to our Tigres Picnic on Sunday, May 19th. Join us in the Quad area of Buena High School, right behind the cafeteria. We’ll be serving up delicious pizzas, and we kindly request that our 12U athletes bring a salad or a side for 12 people. Lunch will be from 12:00 to 1:00, followed by announcements and a celebration of our athletes’ achievements, grouped by age.

Lost something during the season? Don’t worry! The lost and found will be at the picnic location for one final chance to reclaim any items before they find new homes.

See you there! 🎉🥳

The following athletes will continue with practice this week (Monday-Thursday) on a slightly shorter schedule (4:30-5:45).

3200

Marcella Torres

Naomi Isbell

Brooke Wondoloski

Maren Kuebler

Savannah Figueroa

Eva Azer

Kayla Madden

Nash Acker

Johannes Hanjoyo

80M Hurdles

Nikki Fernandez Troolines

Piper Limauro

Violet De Leon

1600

Maren Kuebler

Eva Azer

Kayla Madden

Nash Acker

Jacob Nuckols

400

Annabelle Nation

Jude Stepp

100

Violet De Leon

800

Addison Karp

Eva Azer

Jacob Nuckols

200

Jude Stepp

Long Jump

Addison Karp

Piper Limauro

Myles Rail

High Jump

Eva Azer

Declan Feeney

Shot Put

Kori DeLeon

Natalie Montgomery

4X100

Annabelle Nation

Brooklyn Moore

Piper Limauro

Violet De Leon

Jack Rosenberg

Jude Stepp

Liam Mitchell

Lucky Hedrick Aguilar

4X400

Eva Azer

Addison Karp

Annabelle Nation

Maren Kuebler

Alistair Hood

Benjamin Kahler

Jude Stepp

Salvadore Metzler

Good morning!

As we approach the end of this incredible season, here are some important reminders:

1. This is the final week of practice for many of our athletes.
2. Shift Completion: If you haven’t completed your four required shifts, please reach out to Jeremy Patelzick at tigres.ventura@gmail.com. Completing these shifts ensures priority registration for next year.  For athletes finishing their season this week, consider volunteering for a shift at the JV meet. It’s an easy way to fulfill your commitment.
3. Varsity Meet: Results are in! Athletes moving on to Varsity will compete on May 4th and potentially on May 11th. If your athlete won’t be available for these two dates, please let me know immediately. Relay teams need to be finalized. For a list of Varsity Qualifiers click here -> Varsity Team

Thank you for your support!

Coach Jim

805-368-6999

12U Families,

As our regular season nears its end, please take note of these important dates:

• Wednesday, April 17th: Picture Day at Buena Track. All athletes must arrive ON TIME wearing their Tigres running singlet and black shorts.
• Saturday, April 20th: Last regular season meet at Thousand Oaks High School. The meet starts at 8:30 AM, with athletes required to arrive by 7:45 AM. This is the final chance for your athlete to try new events, earn a golden or platinum baton, or achieve a varsity time.
• Wednesday, April 24th: Last regular team practice.
• Saturday, April 27th: Junior Varsity meet – all athletes can participate. For many, this will be the end of the season.
• Week of April 29th: Practice is for Varsity athletes only.
• Saturday, May 4th: Varsity meet – athletes must qualify to compete.
• Week of May 6th: Practice is for Super Varsity athletes only.
• Saturday, May 11th: Super Varsity meet – athletes must qualify to compete.
• Sunday, May 19th: Tigres picnic – details to follow.

If you have any questions, please call, or email me. If you anticipate your athlete is moving up to Varsity or Super Varsity and foresee any conflicts for the May 4th or 11th meets, please inform me immediately.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

Jim

805-368-6999