Building a team or a program is no easy task these days. There are so many extracurricular opportunities available to our students that it can be difficult to pick just one to activity. When students choose to participate in Athletics I am excited as I know the positive impact being involved on a team can have on teenage girls. It takes confidence to try out, conviction to stick with the sport, and courage to play in those big games. Sports seasons can be long, and with every team there are days athletes just don't feel like going to practice. When athletes miss practice, it has a ripple effect with the team. Coaches can't install a new offense or make corrections without their team present and engaged in practice. We may think, "it's only one day, I'll make up for it tomorrow." However, one day can have a tremendous impact on our teams. In order for our programs to continue to grow and improve it takes commitment and accountability from our athletes and their families.