Coach Michael Knowles is steering the John Muir High School track team toward an exciting season filled with growth, aspirations, and a hefty dose of team spirit. With a burgeoning team size, a mix of seasoned upperclassmen, and an influx of enthusiastic freshmen, Coach Knowles sees a bright future ahead for the squad. His primary goal this season is clear: nurture the team's expansion and lead them to the CIF championships. Last year's team boasted around 30 consistent members on the boys' side, but this year's roster has surged to an impressive 45 to 50 athletes. The challenge lies not just in numbers but in cultivating a love for the sport among newcomers, especially those transitioning from football. Making track enjoyable and fostering a passion for it are pivotal in Coach Knowles' playbook. Two standout athletes are poised to lead the charge. Junior Aidan Phillips displays remarkable promise in the 200 and 400-meter events, potentially eyeing CIF victories in both. His consistency, coachability, and lead-by-example attitude make him a cornerstone of the team. Meanwhile, senior Christian Bozeman, a standout football player, brings his prowess to the track, specializing in the 100 and 200-meter sprints. Bozeman's leadership among the younger athletes underscores his significance in the team's success trajectory. The anticipation for the Arcadia Invitational is palpable, with expectations high for relay teams and individual athletes. Coach Knowles anticipates the participation of a relay team and multiple individual athletes at this prestigious event. Among them, a burgeoning sophomore hurdler who clinched a league victory in the 300 hurdles as a freshman holds promise for making a splash at Arcadia. The surge in team numbers isn't accidental; Coach Knowles attributes it to collaborative efforts between the school administration, football coaches, and himself. Building a strong rapport with the community and emphasizing a sense of camaraderie and enjoyment within the team has piqued interest among newcomers. Training for the team begins well in advance, with conditioning kicking off in September for those not involved in other fall sports. As the official NCAA season commences in February, the team's groundwork starts paying dividends. They even engage in an indoor-like season for outdoor events, enhancing their performance capabilities. The team's involvement with So Cal Elite adds another layer to their training regimen, offering opportunities for competitive exposure and growth. Coach Knowles sees the West Coast's track scene evolving, gaining popularity as athletes and coaches recognize the value of track and field in enhancing overall athleticism for team sports. Coach Knowles' coaching philosophy centers around emphasizing speed and technique, essential components for success in track. Additionally, he fosters a culture of team bonding, integrating team activities, runs, and competitive benchmarks in practices. Publishing performance metrics and rankings fosters healthy competition among athletes, motivating them to continually elevate their game. To make these achievements and progress visible, Coach Knowles plans to leverage social media, utilizing platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to showcase the team's accomplishments. This exposure not only motivates the athletes but also allows the broader community to witness the team's growth and successes. With Coach Knowles at the helm, John Muir High School's track team is not just setting its sights on championships but is also fostering a culture of camaraderie, passion for the sport, and personal growth among its athletes. As they embark on this journey, the team's upward trajectory seems promising, driven by a shared dedication to excellence and teamwork.

John Muir High School is proud to announce a digital game program publishing initiative for the 2024 season! Our program is designed to highlight the accomplishments of our talented athletes and coaches, and honor the corporations and community members who generously sponsor and support our team. #johnmuirhigh #schoolteamspirit #sponsorloyalty #fanbaseunited #promotingstudentathletes #communityengagement #winningteam

At John Muir High School Track and Field, their goal is to grow the team and to get the students to love the sport. To do this they have increased their numbers to a whopping 45-50 athletes this season and have worked with them to understand what the sport of track can offer. The team's overall goal this season is to perform well in CIF, advance as far as possible, and make it to the finals. With their large, motivated team and coaches dedicated to creating a fun atmosphere, they hope to achieve this goal and more this season. #GrowTheTeam #Train2LoveTrack #GoJaguarsGo

John Muir High School Track and Field team is brimming with potential and promise this season. Captained by juniors Aidan Phillips and Christian Bozeman, who are both driven and coachable, the team has a promising future ahead. Aidan is a talented multi-event athlete, expected to challenge for CIF wins in the 200 and 400. Meanwhile, Christian looks towards the 100 and 200 this season, taking the lead in guiding and inspiring the younger members of the team. Under their leadership and guidance, it is poised for success and greatness.

The John Muir High School Track and Field team has their sights set on the Arcadia Invitational event happening just down the street. Coach Michael Knowles has high hopes for his team and is expecting four by 400 and eight individuals to qualify. Additionally, he has a 10th grade hurdler who won the 300 hurdle league championship last year and is expected to make it to Arcadia this season. As Coach Knowles and the team strive for success, they are confident that they can make it to Arcadia Invitational and put their talents on display!

The John Muir High School Track and Field team is on the rise! This season, Coach Michael Knowles has taken the lead and built a culture of collaboration between the staff, administration, and football coaches. Together they have made track and field a priority, creating an atmosphere of fun and team spirit that has brought out the best in students and garnered a lot of attention. This resulted in an influx of freshman joining the team, with most of it made up of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Everyone is thrilled to see this rising trend and the joy it has brought to so many students.

The John Muir High School Track and Field team is well underway in their training process despite the official season not beginning until February 17th. The team got a jump start back in September and those that did not play other sports in the fall have been training throughout the fall season. To kick of the indoor season the team will be participating in the Simplot Games in Pocatello, Idaho taking place on February 14th. They will be competing in events such as the 60 to 300 m events giving them a chance to prepare for the upcoming Indoor Track season. With a team of dedicated athletes, Coach Michael Knowles is ready to take on the season and see what accomplishments his team will make this year.

Coach Michael Knowles proudly announced that John Muir High School's Track and Field team now has an affiliated running club—So Cal Elite. This club provides athletes with the opportunity to gain an even more competitive edge while still in high school. The club offers specialized training, access to competitions, and networking resources that can help take athletes to the next level. Joining So Cal Elite gives students the chance to gain invaluable experience, develop skills, and achieve success that they can carry into college and beyond. John Muir High School is looking forward to a strong year with So Cal Elite making its presence felt. #JohnMuirHighSchool #SoCalElite #TrackAndField #GotoTheNextLevel

Coach Michael Knowles of John Muir High School's Track and Field Team understands the importance of engagement with the club scene for a successful program. He acknowledges that CIF's regulations on year-round training have, in the past, caused a decline in the popularity of the club scene in the West Coast. However, he recognizes that with this new trend of athletes understanding how their athleticism can benefit their team sport, the club scene is experiencing a surge in popularity and gaining back its steam. Coach Knowles sees this as a great opportunity for John Muir's Track and Field Team to achieve higher levels of success ahead.

At John Muir High School Track and Field, Coach Michael Knowles emphasizes speed and technique to help his athletes improve and reach their goals. As part of team building, Coach Knowles organizes activities and runs so his team can bond and stay motivated. He also records and ranks practice metrics to show his athletes where they stand and create an incentive to reach the next level. Awards such as wristbands are also given to athletes based on their performance. With Coach Knowles' guidance, John Muir High School Track and Field is sure to continue to become a high-performing team.

Coach Michael Knowles, Head Coach of the John Muir High School Track and Field team, is making sure that everyone can get the latest updates on his team! He'll be posting results from competitions and other news about the team in both the gym as well as online through Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Coach Knowles is committed to ensuring visibility and transparency so the world can witness the successes of the John Muir Track and Field team! #goMustangs #trackandfield #JohnMuirHighSchool

Coach Michael Knowles is steering the John Muir High School track team toward an exciting season filled with growth, aspirations, and a hefty dose of team spirit. With a burgeoning team size, a mix of seasoned upperclassmen, and an influx of enthusiastic freshmen, Coach Knowles sees a bright future ahead for the squad. His primary goal this season is clear: nurture the team's expansion and lead them to the CIF championships. Last year's team boasted around 30 consistent members on the boys' side, but this year's roster has surged to an impressive 45 to 50 athletes. The challenge lies not just in numbers but in cultivating a love for the sport among newcomers, especially those transitioning from football. Making track enjoyable and fostering a passion for it are pivotal in Coach Knowles' playbook. Two standout athletes are poised to lead the charge. Junior Aidan Phillips displays remarkable promise in the 200 and 400-meter events, potentially eyeing CIF victories in both. His consistency, coachability, and lead-by-example attitude make him a cornerstone of the team. Meanwhile, senior Christian Bozeman, a standout football player, brings his prowess to the track, specializing in the 100 and 200-meter sprints. Bozeman's leadership among the younger athletes underscores his significance in the team's success trajectory. The anticipation for the Arcadia Invitational is palpable, with expectations high for relay teams and individual athletes. Coach Knowles anticipates the participation of a relay team and multiple individual athletes at this prestigious event. Among them, a burgeoning sophomore hurdler who clinched a league victory in the 300 hurdles as a freshman holds promise for making a splash at Arcadia. The surge in team numbers isn't accidental; Coach Knowles attributes it to collaborative efforts between the school administration, football coaches, and himself. Building a strong rapport with the community and emphasizing a sense of camaraderie and enjoyment within the team has piqued interest among newcomers. Training for the team begins well in advance, with conditioning kicking off in September for those not involved in other fall sports. As the official NCAA season commences in February, the team's groundwork starts paying dividends. They even engage in an indoor-like season for outdoor events, enhancing their performance capabilities. The team's involvement with So Cal Elite adds another layer to their training regimen, offering opportunities for competitive exposure and growth. Coach Knowles sees the West Coast's track scene evolving, gaining popularity as athletes and coaches recognize the value of track and field in enhancing overall athleticism for team sports. Coach Knowles' coaching philosophy centers around emphasizing speed and technique, essential components for success in track. Additionally, he fosters a culture of team bonding, integrating team activities, runs, and competitive benchmarks in practices. Publishing performance metrics and rankings fosters healthy competition among athletes, motivating them to continually elevate their game. To make these achievements and progress visible, Coach Knowles plans to leverage social media, utilizing platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to showcase the team's accomplishments. This exposure not only motivates the athletes but also allows the broader community to witness the team's growth and successes. With Coach Knowles at the helm, John Muir High School's track team is not just setting its sights on championships but is also fostering a culture of camaraderie, passion for the sport, and personal growth among its athletes. As they embark on this journey, the team's upward trajectory seems promising, driven by a shared dedication to excellence and teamwork.