Meet the Captains: Boys Outdoor Track
Jack O’Meara
When did you first begin playing this sport?
9th Grade.
Do you want to continue this sport in college?
Unsure.
Who was a prominent coach in your sports career? Why?
Corey Coogan because he taught me everything I know about Track.
What other activities/clubs are you involved in?
Student Council and Football.
How do you feel going into this season?
Pretty good, we’re coming off a D3 Championship and just have to keep that momentum heading into Spring.
What are some goals set for the team this coming season?
We plan on having as many athletes qualify for All-States as we can.
Who are some big opponents or rivals? Why?
Natick because they always put up a decent fight.
Do you think the team will make tournament/post season? How far do you think you’ll make it?
Track postseason is an individual thing but I think we have several athletes that I believe can make it all the way.
Paul Sacramona
When did you first begin playing this sport?
Junior Year.
Do you want to continue this sport in college?
Unsure.
Who was a prominent coach in your sports career? Why?
Coach Coogan, because he got me interested and hooked on the sport.
What other activities/clubs are you involved in?
Golf and Rec Basketball.
How do you feel going into this season?
Extremely Strong seeing that we just won the Division 3 state championship in the winter.
What are some goals set for the team this coming season?/How do you plan to achieve these goals?
To get to the postseason strong and healthy.
Who are some big opponents/rivals? Why?
Needham because they are our strongest opponents.
Do you think the team will make postseason?
Yes.
Shane Grant
When did you first begin playing this sport?
Sophomore Year.
Do you want to continue this sport in college?
Unsure.
Who was a prominent coach in your sports career? Why?
Coach Ganshirt, he has taught me how to race and improve my times.
What other activities/clubs are you involved in?
Green Team.
How do you feel going into this season?
Good.
What are some goals set for the team this coming season?/How do you plan to achieve these goals?
Win all are meets in bay state, place top 5 at divisionals. Improve throughout the season and work hard.
Who are some big opponents/rivals? Why?
Needham, because they were our only loss in the indoor season.
Do you think the team will make tournament/post season? How far do you think you’ll make it?
Yes, everyone makes it.
Chloe Patel, class of 2020, is the Newspaper Managing Editor and Website Editor for The Rebellion. At Walpole High School, she is the President of French...