Tigers to Hold Sixth Annual Clemson Track & Field and Cross Country Clinic Saturday

Jan. 3, 2007

The sixth annual Clemson Track & Field and Cross Country Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, January 6, 2007 at the Clemson Indoor Track & Field Complex on the campus of Clemson University. The clinic begins at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude at 4:00 p.m. Lunch is included for all participants. The clinic fee is $30.00 and participants may register at 8:00 a.m. on the day of the clinic.

The clinic is a comprehensive, detail-oriented series of sessions that will include interactive discussions on topics such as:

– cross country – speed development – hurdles – vertical and horizontal jumps – strength training – technique – biomechanics – strategic and motivational tactics – nutrition and supplements – how to have fun while training

The clinic is available for coaches and athletes, parents and others interested in learning more about the sports of track and field and cross country. Both male and female athletes are encouraged to attend.

Speakers for the clinic will include the track and field coaches, medical staff, strength and conditioning coaches and administrative staff from Clemson University.

For more information, contact the Clemson men’s track and field office at 864-656-1971 or foster2@clemson.edu.