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By Caitlyn Chan

When it comes to ACSC, the hot topic is always where it’s held this year. Everyone wants to go to Korea, Hong Kong, or places with great weather and spots to spend all their money. Shockingly, Track and Field was held this year at Morisson Academy Taichung, Taiwan, again. 

Why is this significant? To many, it’s just another place, and there’s nothing special about it except maybe bubble tea. But to me and some of the “OG’s” (originals), it was very special.

Three years ago, during my sophomore year, Track and Field ACSC was also held in Taichung. It was my first time ever representing Dalat in sprints and jumps. I never understood the point system because all I had in mind was to aim for the medals and just have a great time. In short, we placed third, which was technically last in the ACSC conference. Fueled with fury and desire to win, the underclassmen and I were determined to win Gold the next year. I wouldn’t say I enjoyed that trip particularly, but this trip made a whole difference not just because of the results we succeeded in but because this team had so much chemistry, joy, laughter, and love. It started in Junior year, placing silver overall, and now… gold in senior year at the place where it all started: how poetic.  

Track and Field of 2025 Dalat is definitely my favorite team I’ve ever had throughout my years in sports for Dalat. Jane Lee (11) also shares her thoughts on this team: “This year was my favorite team because I felt a lot more connected to the people on the team. The season is short, but I loved practicing and hanging out with everyone as it felt much more united and close.”

Despite our lack of training, lack of facilities, insufficient time to practice, a bunch of injuries, and many more… the team exceeded probably everyone’s expectations. 

I’m beyond proud, blessed, and grateful to have been able to run one last time under the colors of Dalat and bring back gold with a group of people who will always have a special place in my heart. 


Dear Track Team of 2025, 

Thank you for all the wonderful memories, efforts, laughter, and endless devotion you had for this team. Ten years from now, I can look back and smile, feeling so proud that we actually achieved our goal. Thank you for helping me and many others achieve our dream of getting gold; none of this would’ve happened if it weren’t for each and every one of you on this team. To the coaches, thank you for constantly pushing us, and I wish Ms. Keas and Ms. Peters were with us to complete this journey that started in sophomore year. I’m going to miss you guys and look forward to cheering you in the upcoming years of Track. 

Love,

Capchan.


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