They are a multitude of colors as they pass through the back stretch to finish their laps. Stretches are led by captains as the women re-hash their day with fellow teammates and offer a listening ear to each other's stresses. They can be seen hopping, skipping, jumping, twisting, turning and running like school children at recess. After the coaches are satisfied the team is sufficiently warmed up, they will break into groups by event where they will complete the day's workout designed by their event coach. Although workouts divide the team, there is still a strong sense of team unity.
Runners get cheers of encouragement from throwers and jumpers as they run by.
When the runners have a break in the action, they return the positive support. We have a very good support system. This attitude keeps the momentum rolling throughout practice as the women encourage each other to push themselves and finish the day's practice in the weight room. Every weekend these Cobbers get an opportunity to test their talent and skill in competition. The first weekend in March, however, brings the final exam, so to speak.