Tuesday, February 16, 2016

The Glue That Holds Us All Together

With Championship season underway, it's been a stressful couple of days. Homework is piling up, work can be stressful, and sleep is fleeting. My one constant source of stress relief is throwing and lifting. I get to surround myself with my teammates and friends, my encouraging coaches, and a positive mindset.

UW-Whitewater Warhawk Classic


I may not always have a good throwing day, much like today went, but I always have my team to pick me back up again. No matter what, we're they're for each other. Just like anyone, you can be annoyed with them, but we always have each others backs. We are each other's support systems.

2015 CCIW Indoor Conference


We're like a family in that sense. I've been lucky enough to be able to have had amazing teammates throughout my track and field career. From the moment I picked up my first shot put in 8th grade, to the moment I broke the weight school record and more, my team has been there for me.

Grand Valley State University Invite


I've had a different group of ladies along side me throughout the years, but we've always become close like family. These kinds of relationships are essential to your health and happiness, because no matter what happens, you've got your [thrower] family.

UW-Whitewater Warhawk Classic


Today's practice was rough. I was getting frustrated with myself and my throwing. For some reason, I haven't been able to throw my two turns farther than my one turns. Yesterday I hit a few really good two turns, but today they were terrible.

My teammates got me through the practice. They gave me advice and encouraging words. The throws were still bad, but my mood wasn't as sour. I knew my teammates were there for me, and I was there for them.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day


Know that no matter what, someone is always there for you. You may not realize who it is, but they're there.

"You're part of a team. Something bigger. When someone is successful, it's good for the team as a whole. Everyone is in it together." - DePaul graduate Kelsey Reynolds

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