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ISU or BUST!!!

Unread postby ChicksnSticks » Tue Jun 08, 2004 5:03 pm

Hey, I just graduated from HS and I'm heading to Idaho State University. Just wondering if anyone has any pointers for being a college athlete and just any info on what it's like in college. THanks
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Unread postby SlickVT » Tue Jun 08, 2004 5:36 pm

Never let school interfere with practice...
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Unread postby vaultin chris » Tue Jun 08, 2004 6:10 pm

SlickVT wrote:Never let school interfere with practice...


Dont do that for long year, or u wont be practicin for long
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Re: school

Unread postby Beam » Tue Jun 08, 2004 7:25 pm

SlickVT wrote:Never let school interfere with practice...


I hope you're kidding, right? My thoughts are that college is for learning, growing wiser, and becoming a better person as a whole. I practiced too much and my learning suffered. . . I really wish that there could be some even ground. But on the positive side, I coach at a University where I try to stress that school is the reason for being there and that pole vaulting is for fun. An athlete is no good to me if they flunk out of school, or are having a difficult time getting through. Definately make sure your school work is done prior to putting pole vaulting in front of your education. Keep in mind that being part of a college program is an experience that most people don't get to have. Don't take it for granted. Beam
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Unread postby vaultmd » Tue Jun 08, 2004 8:24 pm

And don't think Dave Nielsen doesn't value the value of a college education. I was once talking to a heralded athlete who sort of "washed out" up there and he seemed just as happy that she had straight A's as he would have been if she were conference champ.
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Unread postby SlickVT » Tue Jun 08, 2004 8:55 pm

... yes im kiddin. Dean's list in electrical engineering...
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Unread postby swtvault » Tue Jun 08, 2004 9:35 pm

Hey, I just graduated from HS and I'm heading to Idaho State University. Just wondering if anyone has any pointers for being a college athlete and just any info on what it's like in college. THanks


Train smart and get a tiny bit better every week. :yes:
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Unread postby vaultmd » Wed Jun 09, 2004 2:07 am

Oh yeah, to answer the original question . . .

Don't ever fall behind.
Be prepared BEFORE lecture.
Copy and organize all your notes the same day you wrote them.
Don't be afraid to ask questions of the intructor.
Remember that having fun doesn't necessarily mean goofing off.
If you have a drink, make sure that you know and trust EVERYONE who handled it before you.
Don't be afraid to spend your own money on poles if the school can't afford the one you need.
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Unread postby OAKPV2004 » Wed Jun 09, 2004 12:47 pm

Microsoft One Note, thats the best program you can have for your computer to take notes with.
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Unread postby ChicksnSticks » Wed Jun 09, 2004 10:08 pm

All these tips will really help! Thanks! Keep 'em comin. :D
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Unread postby PVGIRL » Fri Jun 11, 2004 2:01 pm

Hi, I am a vaulter at Idaho State too and I will be in my 5th year this coming season. My biggest advice is to have fun no matter what you're doing, cuz it goes fast! If you need anything let me know!
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Unread postby VaultNinja » Sat Jun 12, 2004 12:03 pm

My advice would be to Watch out for that Meesh girl, she is a wild one!! ;)
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