The upcoming season for track and field has started, and there were tryouts from the Feb. 8 to Feb. 12 from 5 to 6.30 p.m. Sixteen people showed up for the try out, and I asked a few of them why they wanted to join, and what their expectations and goals were for the season.

The Horizon Sun: Why do you want to join track and field?

Krista Santacruz: “I am interested in joining track because I need to stay in shape. And track gives me the opportunity to do different events: running, throwing, hurdles, long jump and I think it is an all around good sport.”

Bryanna Holguin: “To spend time with my friends while doing something fun!”

Dianara Lopez: “I did it last year and I had fun meeting new people and competing at meets.”

The Sun: What are your expectations and goals for this season?

KS:“My goals are to try my best and to improve my running time. That is always a goal because I can improve each and every day.”

BH: “My goals are to improve and get faster by the end of the season.”

DL: “My goal is to be faster than last year and I want to improve on my 200m race.”

Overall track and field seems like a really good opportunity if you want to meet new people, improve on your running, throwing, hurdles and long jump skills –  and to stay healthy and active.