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 * Highland Park Nordic Ski - Expectations for a Captain **

The most important thing a nordic ski captain does is set the example for the team. The captain doesn’t need to be the fastest runner on the team, but the captain should work the hardest (on and off season).

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 * Leads by doing.
 * Trains year round and gets teammates to do the same.
 * Demonstrates initiative as a leader.
 * Knowledgeable about the sport.
 * Infectious positive attitude.
 * Does more than the minimum.

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 * Be a role model for all team members
 * Arrives at the first day of practice fit and ready to compete
 * Completes summer training and maintain a summer training journal
 * Always on time with a focus on the day’s workout
 * Attend all team events

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 * Organize summer training
 * Pick a time and location
 * Make sure at least one team member is there for every run
 * Encourage teammates to attend

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 * Generate Team Spirit
 * Lead warm-ups, and cooldowns
 * Lead team at meets for warmup and cool down
 * Know and support your teammates
 * Be a conduit between the coaches and team concerning team issues
 * Help articulate team goals for the team

The nordic ski team may select captains at the end of the season for the next year. In some cases, the selection may not occur until the midpoint of the season. The team and coaches will vote for captains. The team has had between one and three captains depending on the particular season.