“Waking up early and being able to perform at our best every Saturday can sometimes be difficult and exhausting, but it is all worth it when you get a PR or have a good day spending time with your teammates.” 

Junior Allie DeMatt

The relentless beep of the 6 a.m. alarm,

signaling the beginning of a long, long day.

Boarding the bus feels like stepping into a world of fatigue,

sleepy faces and tired eyes. 

The ride is a mix of drowsy conversations and the buzz of the engine. 

The enclosed dome, 

once a place

 of anticipation and excitement, 

now gives off a sense of routine. 

Changing into warm-ups, 

each move weighed down by the morning haze. 

The frosty air forces everyone to focus, 

trying to shut out any distractions.

Between events, 

some huddle together, 

bent over textbooks, 

diligently working on assignments. 

The tapping of keyboards and rustle of paper,

layed against the sounds of racing footsteps. 

Others find comfort in playing board games, 

laughter cutting through the air, 

easing the pressure of the day. 

The dome becomes a reflection of high school life, 

where academic responsibilities and fun intertwine with the intensity of competition. 

Throughout the day, 

sprinters dash ahead, 

jumpers reach new heights, 

and throwers showcase their strength. 

Victories are hard-earned and goals are fulfilled. 

Cheers echo through the dome, 

marking the celebration of personal records and effort. 

Achievements are engraved in every stride, jump, and throw. 

The journey back on the bus is a mix of exhaustion and bliss, 

tired but full of stories from the day.