Lynbrook HS - Update #2
                                                         July 23, 2003
Hello All,
Have you been running?  I know I have, and so have an additional 20-30 kids
that will be running for Lynbrook next Fall.  Team SCVAL (Coaches & Teachers
came away with a win in the 26th Annual Corporate Track Championships so we're
National Champs once again (you should see the trophy).  I ran a 2:14.9 800M
and I'm aiming for a sub-5:00 mile this Thursday.  Stephanie is in Tahiti as I
write this soaking up the sun and enjoying her Honeymoon (I have yet to get an
e-mail from her).  An added trip that I'm considering is going to the Clovis
XC Invitational which is run on the State Meet course.  This is so we can have 
a look at the course BEFORE States.  Right now we're doing fun runs
for ANYONE every Mon & Wed at 6:00 at Lynbrook (meet in front of the pool).
X-C training starts on Aug. 18th at 9:00 (we meet at the Football shed by the 
new Gym).  We'll start off with an easy 3 miles that day and then work our way 
up from there.  For those doing the 300 Mile Club (I do believe there are a 
couple of you) we'll have you do a longer workout (minimum of 5 miles).  As in 
last year, everyone is expected to join the Lynbrook Boosters or to sign up 
for the Escrip program.  What you will get by joining is:

   XC Shirt
   Busses to the meets
   Awards
   Pasta Parties / Meet Snacks

More information on Boosters and Escrip will be presented at the Parent 
Meeting which will be on Sept 3rd at 7:00 in the Library.  The CHECKLIST (on 
the other side of this letter) will need to be completed before you can compete 
for Lynbrook - get a start on it now.  You can get more info by going to the 
Web page (URL at the bottom).  Please get your HEALTH CARD in ASAP so you won't 
miss a single race.  Coach Bambury (aka Hovancik) is back again to head up the 
ladies squad while I take on the guys.  We expect some great things from you 
runners this year - and we have great things planned, for instance - Hawaii!!
Recruit your friends to join the team.  Figure out when you'd like to Host a 
Pasta Party (we do one the night before all meets) or bring snacks to a meet.
     Please share this letter with your parents.  A few words about 
running/racing shoes:  Depending on how much you want to spend, you can get by 
for as little as $40 or as much as $140.  Most important, a good pair of 
training shoes with good absorption and arch support if the foot so needs it.  
I strongly recommend that you buy your shoes at a reputable running store, 
such as MetroSport in the Oaks (across from De Anza JC) or Ryan's Sport Shop 
(Homestead & Lafayette near SC University).  These stores have knowledgeable 
staff that will help you find the right shoe for you and let you try it out 
before you buy.  The shoe may also double as a racing flat but will be heavier 
than if you were to buy a separate racing shoe.  A good training flat will run 
you about $50 but both Metrosport and Ryan's Sport Shop will give you a 10-20% 
discount if you tell them you run for Lynbrook. Make sure the fit is comfy 
with toe room.  A racing flat will be many ounces lighter and make you feel 
like you're flying when you put them on, but it's also another $60.  Your choice.


Hank Lawson       (408) 446-9063 hm   (408) 460-6785 cell   HANKLAW@IX.NETCOM.COM
Stephanie Bambury (408) 423-8245

www.LYNBROOKSPORTS.com - click on PRE-SEASON CHECKLIST (on the left)