Team Pictures

After a nice few days away for fall break, the Pioneers came back on Monday to continue our preparation. Today is team picture day. We are having a debate on the team about whether it is appropriate to have our hair down in pictures. My thought is no, never. We are athletes and we play with our hair up, out of our way. The team, however, wants to be glamorous and have voted for hair down.

Either way, hair up or down, the photo will be special. Every year the picture is different, the team dynamics and chemistry is alter by the new athletes and those who have graduated. What remains the same, though, is the name on the uniform. Grinnell. Pioneers. This name stands for not only our institution but for how we approach the game. Grinnell stands for competitiveness, for dedication and excellence. Grinnell stands for perseverance and grittiness. Being a member of our team, being in our team picture, is a daily commitment and a promise to continue the traditions of the Pioneers.

This is a big promise hair up or hair down.