Kelly surrounded himself with an amazing crew of qualified coaches that were "passionate about kids." The individual athlete and team excitement grew and grew over the years. Personal records were celebrated after each meet, be it sub-varsity or varsity. Each boy who broke a school or state record had a personalized poster given to him.
Kelly Walters recruited hard from his science classroom, the school halls, and PE classes. Kelly chose student leaders from each event to mentor and be captains. These boys were proud to be chosen and would help recruit, design team shirts, and be good role models.
The spring seasons started with ice breaker such as frisbee football or freeze tag and multiple creative competitions. Freshman got to know upper classmen. Distance runners became friends with sprinters. Bus and van rides were part of the fun with cheers, songs, games, skits and good teasing.
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