By SALLY PARK (11)
It is only the beginning of a new year, but it has already been so incredibly hectic, especially with our school joining the KAIAC. CDS is proud to announce that it is now officially a part of Korea’s international schools’ cross country teams. The members had their first meeting on September 12th at YISS (Yongsan International School of Seoul), and their latest one on the 23rd at TCIS (Taejon Christian International School). All of the high school students who participated in the marathon ran with determination from the beginning to the end. Beads of sweat poured down from the foreheads of their red faces while they strived for triumph. Everyone who finished the race was extremely lethargic but delighted with joy. Even though cross country is not very popular in the school yet, the members hope to recruit new members next year for another exciting season.
Before the first practice, we interviewed two of the members from the club, Jacob Cho, and Paul Han, both from Grade 10.
Why did you decide to join the club?
Jacob Cho: I decided to join the club to build my stamina and strength.
Paul Han: I wanted to go to a good university in the future.
How long have you been running?
Jacob Cho: I started running when I was in the elementary school.
Paul Han: I’ve been running since I was in either elementary or middle school.
What are your strengths and weaknesses for this club?
Jacob Cho: My strengths are that I enjoy running very much and I do not give up easily, however, my weakness is that I do not excel at it.
Paul Han: I think both my strength and weakness are the ability to control my energy and stamina.
How do you plan on improving?
Jacob Cho: I’m currently practicing it every single day.
Paul Han: I improve by working and running hard. Practice makes perfect, so push yourselves because this is a fight within yourself!
Has running affected your life? Why or why not?
Jacob Cho: Running has built up my strength and has allowed me to have a better education.
Paul Han: While I am running, I always think, “this is only a small amount of time in my life. If I cannot even complete this minimal task, how could I possibly do anything else?” This inspires me to keep going and never give up.
How would you promote cheerful energy within your team through both positive and negative situations?
Jacob Cho: Due to the fact that running is a very tiring sport, everyone is extremely lethargic afterwards. I therefore try to show others that I try my best during the sport, so that I can inspire my friends to work hard as well.
Paul Han: I create an encouraging environment for everyone else in the club.
How would you promote this club to our school?
Jacob Cho: I would run more to influence other students and motivate them to join our club.
Paul Han: I would tell my friends about the club and persuade them to join.
It is only the beginning of a new year, but it has already been so incredibly hectic, especially with our school joining the KAIAC. CDS is proud to announce that it is now officially a part of Korea’s international schools’ cross country teams. The members had their first meeting on September 12th at YISS (Yongsan International School of Seoul), and their latest one on the 23rd at TCIS (Taejon Christian International School). All of the high school students who participated in the marathon ran with determination from the beginning to the end. Beads of sweat poured down from the foreheads of their red faces while they strived for triumph. Everyone who finished the race was extremely lethargic but delighted with joy. Even though cross country is not very popular in the school yet, the members hope to recruit new members next year for another exciting season.
Before the first practice, we interviewed two of the members from the club, Jacob Cho, and Paul Han, both from Grade 10.
Why did you decide to join the club?
Jacob Cho: I decided to join the club to build my stamina and strength.
Paul Han: I wanted to go to a good university in the future.
How long have you been running?
Jacob Cho: I started running when I was in the elementary school.
Paul Han: I’ve been running since I was in either elementary or middle school.
What are your strengths and weaknesses for this club?
Jacob Cho: My strengths are that I enjoy running very much and I do not give up easily, however, my weakness is that I do not excel at it.
Paul Han: I think both my strength and weakness are the ability to control my energy and stamina.
How do you plan on improving?
Jacob Cho: I’m currently practicing it every single day.
Paul Han: I improve by working and running hard. Practice makes perfect, so push yourselves because this is a fight within yourself!
Has running affected your life? Why or why not?
Jacob Cho: Running has built up my strength and has allowed me to have a better education.
Paul Han: While I am running, I always think, “this is only a small amount of time in my life. If I cannot even complete this minimal task, how could I possibly do anything else?” This inspires me to keep going and never give up.
How would you promote cheerful energy within your team through both positive and negative situations?
Jacob Cho: Due to the fact that running is a very tiring sport, everyone is extremely lethargic afterwards. I therefore try to show others that I try my best during the sport, so that I can inspire my friends to work hard as well.
Paul Han: I create an encouraging environment for everyone else in the club.
How would you promote this club to our school?
Jacob Cho: I would run more to influence other students and motivate them to join our club.
Paul Han: I would tell my friends about the club and persuade them to join.