Gluf is cross country’s unsung heroWhen we are cold he will give us his coat, when we are exhausted he will help us to our feet, when we need somebody to talk to, he is there! I am talking about Bruce Gluf, the Luverne boys’ and girls’ cross country coach. Many know that both the boys’ and girls’ cross country teams have gone to state this year, an accomplishment that every coach strives for while only a few achieve. But, people not involved in cross country do not know about our coach. Bruce is the nicest most laid-back man that I know and he also knows how to motivate his athletes. Some coaches yell at their players, others don’t say much, Bruce does a little of both. He will yell when he needs to, but he only yells positive things. I have been in numerous activities in my high school career, but I have never experienced a coach that has touched my life as much as Bruce has. As a senior, I am sad that I will not be back next year, but I am thankful that I had the chance to experience such a great coach and a great group of runners. We are considered family to Bruce, and I know that I speak for many runners on the team when I say we also consider Bruce family. So, the next time you see Mr. Bruce Gluf on the street, thank him for his hard work and excellent coaching abilities because without him, the Luverne cross country teams would not have been as successful as they were this year. Brent DeGrootLuverne
