~:[CH8 - Day 226]:~ The Lineup
We had a pretty large freshman class this summer so we almost didn't step on campus for freshman orientation, however, we did. We got a solid group of people to help bring in new athletes and to work their way through the lineup of freshmen wandering aimless through the campus. I remember nearly passing out during my freshman orientation because it was so hot and having one of my good friends come to my aid. I knew how lost I felt and know how it feels for them. While they may bug them to sign their boards, it also is an opportunity for us to find a talent, but also for the freshman to find their calling. I think back to when we found one of our best runners in our school's history at orientation and he swore he wouldn't join. It wasn't much longer before he showed up. Time and time again, we find a diamond in the rough and that's why you never stop recruiting. It's not about the pure numbers, but rather increasing the chances of finding that running stud or person who changes your program forever. It felt like it was a little too early to be back on campus near my classroom, however, I would say that it definitely was worth it and who knows, maybe all that time paid off. I guess only time will tell if we found anyone among that lineup.
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