26th April

Last week was a honeymoon period for all trackers (and field-ers). I thought this year was the toughest one we have ever experienced but we still emerged as champions, although not unscathed. We ended the season knowing that our opponents are getting stronger and we can no longer solely depend on the throwers. However, let us savour this moment victory and glory, for it will be short-lived once training resumes. The one who has made this possible is none other than our beloved captain, Sam Kee. By far, he is the most responsible, most thoughtful, most inspirational the Hwa Chong Track and Field Team has ever had. For that, I applaud Sam for his brilliant and irreplacable captaincy. No one can ever replace him, not even me.

Last week was heavenly for everyone, because we got to skip several lessons and even had a half-day holiday. However, we will have to pay the price for our absence this week, for all the tests shall flood us incessantly, and I have my reasons to believe that it will be worse than any tsunami you have ever experienced. I can't wait for this week to be over. I can't wait for hell to be over. damn.

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Alvin

May I present to you...Alvin!

A is for Action speaks louder than words

L is for Love guru

V is for Virgin

I is for Ingenious

N is for Naturally smart

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20th April

This video is hilarious!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SXNAtwYMBw

again, it's pretty M18. So dont say that i didnt warn you. But it's no porn, just a little bit of sexual humour.

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17th April

Yesterday, Sean smashed three records with his 4.36m jump. Brilliant.

Today, Siheng cut two runners to obtain fifth (I think). Should be a boost for him. go siheng. i will go down on monday to support you.

But the only thing left to reget is my illness. I aint going to use it as an excuse for my poor performance today because clearly, i should have taken care of myself. Knowing that everyone is falling sick, I should become anti-social at least for a week. But I didn't. Being the Mr Nice Guy, I ended up contracting a throat infection. And bamn, zero points this year. Something i will wish to banish from my head.

At least Nationals is over. Time for me to set new goals. new, as in really new. Irvin and alvin may not what i am talking about.

I really do wish that HCI can win both the B and C div. Although we are on a really safe position (leading by 30 points), it's better not to relax on our pursuit for another year of glory. But A div seems tougher. RJC is pretty strong this year. Whatever the case, it will be best if all divisions can win the championship title.

Jiaming once told me that he felt disappointed over his long jump performance. He got 7th position i think. He knows he should have done more. He knows he could have gotten more points. But in my opinion, he has excelled in his own ways. He may not have won the competition, but he showed me his willingness and desire to achieve. I lack that.

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12th April

Sam's speech:

Track and Field Team'09

To my dearest Track and Field team, I pen the following heartfelt words

The past months have been a very trying time for all of us; innumerable trials to overcome, the myriad barriers that constantly seek to put us down, and the countless expectations to live up to. It was not an easy endeavor; no one ever said that it would be so. Often a bed of roses, Track and Field is, to the unwitting observer who perceives our achievements and accolades as granted. But little did he know about the thorns that lie inconspicuously among the shrubs. 

Throughout the past few months I have seen you climb your way up the ‘bed of roses’ that Track and Field is; albeit some not being as steady as others. Some, not as fast. The passion and determination that you so ardently display in this climb is truly commendable. That being said, it is not how quickly or steadily you climb that truly matters, but how you have grown through it all. 

Your experiences, be it disconsolate or heartening, would have contributed positively to your personal growth. Some of us may have gotten injured, or regret neglecting trainings due to our other commitments, but it is through these painful experiences that we learn how to do it right the next time round. On the other hand, some of us may have experienced vast improvements in trainings and are ambitiously waiting to take the centre stage at the national’s. It is through these positive experiences that you reflect; remembering the taste of success and striving to out-do yourself again.

We have all emerged from the past few months as stronger individuals; for what does not kill us only serve to make us stronger. It is now time for us to display what we’ve been training so hard for at the national’s. It is the final lap which the past generations of elites before us have run. The baton is now in our hands.

As you run your races, throw your implements, and jump your… jumps (lol) ahead, I urge you to do so with the camaraderie of the team in mind. As we go through this challenge together, we often need to depend on one another for the support and encouragement that we so essentially require. I urge you too, to be proactive in offering these words of care and concern to your teammates running this long race with you. Appreciate and reciprocate the sincerity of your comrades and pass this kindness on. 

Please bear with me while I reiterate once again the significance of this legacy upon us. The Track and Field team was never an ‘overnight success’. Our present achievements and success are largely due to the generations of seniors before us; whose dedication, commitment and passion created the illustrious history that we so proudly boast about today. Will we continue this tradition of excellence that our juniors many years down the road will fondly embrace and honorably promote? I believe the answer is in your hands.

As you spread your wings and take flight in the coming two weeks, I wish you the strength to beat the giants in your lives, the fortitude to overcome the trials that await, the perseverance and will of mind to win. Remembering the outcome is not important; for that is easily documented in pen and paper. Aim instead to remember the process; because it is the intangible experiences that are truly important.

It starts on Monday. The entire school’s behind us; cheering, supporting and watching…

We will do them proud.

Yours,
Sam

Best speech ever. Sam, you should really try running for presidency next time.

Tomorrow is the 3km heats. I must qualify. I know i can. let's do it.

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5th April

I spent half a day doing this video. Quite proud of myself

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lHEcsyY7Jw

Although it's rather amatuerish, like what ysh said, it's really good for a noob.

We had a 3km race on saturday. I thought the performance was alright, even though I should have pushed at the start (as usual). I have to get that into my head. DO NOT RELENT AT THE START. On the same day, every sec 4 had to attend the tan kah kee drama. it was alright. and the finale was hilarious. I slept for five minutes actually. After which, we went out to have supper because we didnt had our dinner. Burger King. Went home with Irvin. Turned on the PC. Signed in on MSN. Irvin talked to me, said he felt like puking because of the cheese he ate. Watched Liverpool struck woodwork 4 times in the first half. Laugh my ass off at their misfortune. But got myself shot when yossi scored the winner. dulan. then sleep.

When I heard about the 800m race results, I was pretty shocked. Joo Ern did a 2:05, Sim did a 2:07, Irvin did a 2:19. It was a great performance. All of them, given the circumstances. nice one!!

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Facing The Giants

Facing The Giants was one of the most motivational movie I have ever watched.

Do not give up, do not quit, never quit.

Overcome Your Disbelief.

The worst fear is to feel fear.

Face your fear.

Face The Giants.

Face YOUR Giants.

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April Fool's Day

the first of april.

to lighten our mood, several of us in boarding school decided to carry out an April Fool's joke. We made prank calls. I tell you, we had a helluva fun duping alex, laughed at guangyan's reaction, but the highlight of our series of prank call was the one made on Josh.

Mr Surveyer: "hi, good evening sir. Are you Mr Josh Lim?"

Josh the squasher: "ya...."

Mr Surveyer: "Sorry to disturb you. I am a researcher from Media Development Authority(not!). You have been specially selected to take part in our survey for a research."

Josh:" huh?"

Mr Surveyer: "The first question is 'What are your views on pornography on the internet?"

*Silence for 5 seconds*

Josh: "I tell you what, WHY NOT YOU GO SUCK MY DICK?!"

Josh: "OKAY, MAYBE MY DICK IS TOO BIG FOR YOU TO SUCK, YOU SHOULD GO FIND A SMALLER PENIS!!!"

that was Josh's response. Incredulously smart. His words are a bit crude, but well, that's Josh!

Disclaimer: The above conversation is not intended for any flaming whatsoever. Imitation of an authority is used to jack the caller; it was not intended for any purpose except for having fun. No harm is intended. We apologise for any harm caused though. The receiver realises who we are. THIS IS AN APRIL FOOL'S JOKE.

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