Track and Field
Contact
Michael Plattenburg
Boys Head Coach
221-3186
Brandon Oliver
Girls Head Coach
221-3186
2022-23 Track & Field:
Track Remind group link:
https://www.remind.com/join/ah86a7e
Mid-Season Update: (March 23, 2023)
We've had some outstanding performances from several veteran athletes and some fantastic starting points from lots of new team members so far this season. Great job Panthers!!
*Make sure to join the Remind group for team updates and announcements*
Update 2/6/23:
Murphy's Indoor State Meet RESULTS
Sophomore and school record holder, Chayce Rodgers competed in the 60m dash and finished the indoor season in the top 15 in the state and top 5 among sophomores. Great job Chayce! Seniors Jeremiah Turner and Kingsley Aliozor each ran season-best times to score points for our team in open events! Kinglsey improved his 60m hurdle time to 8.77 seconds finishing 6th in the state! Jeremiah was our school's high point scorer finishing 4th in the 400m dash with a season best time of 50.79 seconds! In the relays, our 4x2 and 4x4 teams each scored points making us one of the best relay teams in the state! These guys showed what Panther Pride really means. Outdoor season is going to be our time to shine! Great job guys!
Update 1/30/23: Last Chance Meet (JAN 27) RESULTS:
Chayce Rodgers set the school record in the 60m dash making him the fastest in Murphy history in the 60 meter dash! Congrats, Chayce! Jaylon Edney and Brandon Bendolph both improved their 60m dash time as well! Kingsley Aliozor improved his time in the 60m Hurdles to qualify for State in 3 events. Jeremiah Turner, Brandon Bendolph, Kenny Riggins and Kingsley Aliozor ran a great 4x4 relay to end the meet also qualifying our team to compete at State! Great job, Panthers!!!!!
OUTDOOR TRACK INFO:
This is IMPORTANT: YOU MUST HAVE A CURRENT PHYSICAL ON DRAGONFLY OR PAPER FORM TURNED IN TO COACH OLIVER BEFORE YOU CAN BEGIN PRACTICING WITH THE TEAM. Any Murphy Student with a physical can practice with the team. Only student-athletes who have reached the minimum standard for an event will be allowed to compete in INDOOR meets. Those who don't wish to compete in an indoor meet or don't reach a minimum standard will continue to train and prepare for the outdoor season which begins on February 6th.
See Coach Oliver if you have any questions.
2023 Eligibility Info:
Click this link for the Dragonfly Handout (information sheet). You'll need to complete all eligibility requirements therein.
Here is the link to sign up for DragonFly
Here is a link to the Physical Form (Preparticipation Evaluation). Print and have a doctor sign to clear you to compete with us. Then upload a picture to DragonFly.
Here is a link to the Sportsmanship Certification website. Click on NfhsLearn option (on the right). You'll have to register, search for the sportsmanship course (it is free), order course, complete the course and print (or screenshot) your certificate of completion. Then upload that picture in DragonFly or bring it to Coach Oliver and I'll upload it for you.
Social Media:
https://instagram.com/murphy.track/
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* Out of Town Day Trip: Transportation will be provided. We will return to the school the same day. If our numbers are low enough, we may need parents to drive.
Let Coach Oliver know if you want to volunteer.
** Out of Town Overnight Trip: Fundraiser funded. Transportation will be provided. We will stay overnight at a hotel and return the next day. Some travel costs may be assessed to athletes prior to the trip. We may need parents to drive for these trips as well. Hotel and fuel costs may be reimbursed if funding allows.
JV & Varsity = Junior Varsity and Varsity
Select Varsity = Varsity athletes chosen by coaches based on performance, attendance and other factors
Qualifying Varsity = Varsity athletes who have qualified by time, distance or mark prior to competition
Help!
Team Fundraisers & Fees
The Track & Field team at Murphy is a “self-sustaining” athletic organization. As such, we receive no financial assistance from the school or any other entity. We are responsible for raising money for any activities in which we wish to participate. With that said, we require 100% commitment to fund raising efforts because the proceeds will be enjoyed by 100% of the team. We currently have 3 fundraising opportunities employed throughout our outdoor season.
Our first fundraising opportunity is hosting middle school meets at Murphy. We currently host 4 middle school meets, all of which occur on Thursdays in March. We are required to collect a spectator admission fee or “gate.” In addition, we will receive an “entry fee” from each team competing in those meets. If we are allowed to have concessions, we will.
Our final fundraising opportunity is cohosting the Mobile County Championships in April. We get to collect a spectator admission fee or “gate” and team entry fees. This meet costs us a LOT of money to put on but we usually make all of it back and then a little profit. If we are allowed to have concessions, we will.
Uniform Fee: $60 or $90 due on or before FEB 15th, 2023 - See "Uniform Sale Page" under files below for options and prices.
The uniform fee is used to purchase a competition top and bottom. Athletes are required to compete in "school-issued" competition uniforms. Once an athlete has purchased his or her uniform, they may keep it forever. They may also use this uniform for future seasons. Once purchased, the uniform becomes the athlete’s responsibility. If lost or damaged, the athlete must purchase an additional uniform top for $35, bottom for $35, or both for $70. NOTE: Uniform price may depend on style. ALSO, If you have a current uniform, you are NOT required to purchase a new uniform. See "Uniform Sale Page" under files below for options and prices.
Team Fee: $100 due on or before FEB 24th, 2023
The team fee covers our team’s entry costs to compete in track meets during the outdoor season. It also helps us purchase equipment such as hurdles, crossbars, and other various equipment necessary to host meets at Murphy and participate in a variety of events.
Team T-Shirt:
The team t-shirt will be provided at no additional cost while inventory lasts.
NOTE: You must be a current member of the team to receive any team gear.
Middle School Coaches
See "Files" below to find Middle School Meet Info sheet available for download. We are looking into having schools enter athletes into our middle school meets via al.milesplit.com. Coach Oliver will send out entering information prior to each meet. If no entering info is sent out, complete and email entry sheet to boliver@mcpss.com by NOON on Wednesday before the meet. Thanks a lot!!
- Brandon Oliver