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Central Valley Roadrunners Meet Information 2009

Posted by on May 30, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on Central Valley Roadrunners Meet Information 2009

Central Valley Roadrunners  Sectional Meet Information May 30, 2009 Location Modesto Junior College 435 College Avenue Modesto, CA 95350 Time 7:30 a.m.  Coaches meeting on infield 8:00 a.m.  Running and Field Events Start Directions From Sacramento Take CA-99 South to Modesto Take the Carpenter Road/Briggsmore Avenue exit Turn right at W. Briggsmore Avenue/N. Carpenter Road (at top of overpass) Turn left at North 9th Street Turn left at Coldwell Avenue Modesto Junior College track will be on the right at the corner of Coldwell Avenue and...

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PA’s Magdalena Lewy Boulet to Compete at NYRR New York Mini 10K

Posted by on May 27, 2009 in Elite Athlete, legacy, Road Racing | Comments Off on PA’s Magdalena Lewy Boulet to Compete at NYRR New York Mini 10K

PA’s Magdalena Lewy Boulet to Compete at NYRR New York Mini 10K   Received: 5/27/09 1:18 PM From: Sara Hunninghake, [email protected] To: Sara Hunninghake, [email protected] Contacts: Sara Hunninghake 212.423.2258 | [email protected] Meghan Chisholm 212.423.2203 | [email protected] Media Relations Department, New York Road Runners For Immediate Release Olympic Medalists Deena Kastor and Catherine Ndereba Headline 2009 NYRR New York Mini 10K Americans Magdalena Lewy Boulet, Amy Rudolph, and Sara Slattery and...

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2009 Pacific Association – USATF Track & Field Championships Results

Posted by on May 24, 2009 in legacy, Track & Field | Comments Off on 2009 Pacific Association – USATF Track & Field Championships Results

2009 Pacific Association – USATF  Track & Field Championships Results College of San Mateo San Mateo, California May 24, 2009 (corrected results 5/27/2009) Women 100 Meter Dash Finals 1 Toea Wisil unattached 12.07 2 Christina Hibbert unattached 12.53 3 Dominique Brerry unattached 14.06 Women 200 Meter Dash 1 Maggie Vessey unattached 25.56 2 Latasha Barnette-Strawder unattached 25.65 3 Christina Hibbert unattached 26.08 4 Sara Cassella New Balance 32.23 Women 400 Meter Dash 1 Maggie Vessey unattached 54.11 Women 800 Meter Run 1 Dell...

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30th Gary Shaw Big Throwers Classic 2009

Posted by on May 22, 2009 in Elite Athlete, legacy | Comments Off on 30th Gary Shaw Big Throwers Classic 2009

  30th Gary Shaw Big Throwers Classic  May 20, 2009 Hello Everyone, Here is information and the list of entrants coming to the 30th Gary Shaw Big throwers Classic for Wednesday May 20th. I just heard from Gary Shaw that he won’t be able to make it this year as he is caring for his parents. We wish his parents to get well. Hope to see some of you out there around noon on Wednesday. The weather will be cool so bring a jacket. 2009 GARY SHAW BIG THROWERS CLASSIC MEET INFORMATION & SCHEDULE Wednesday, May 20, 2009 (A SECOND DAY OF...

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GOLD MEDALIST BROWN GETS 2009 WORLD BEST AND PR AT CSM

Posted by on May 22, 2009 in Elite Athlete, legacy | Comments Off on GOLD MEDALIST BROWN GETS 2009 WORLD BEST AND PR AT CSM

GOLD MEDALIST BROWN GETS 2009 WORLD BEST AND PR AT CSM   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE             May 24, 2009 By/contact: Fred Baer 650-345-4114 (Mobile: 650-483-3733)             SAN MATEO — Stephanie Brown Trafton is not resting on her Olympic laurels this season. The USA’s only field event gold medalist at the 2008 Beijing Games established a personal best and 2009 world leading discus throw of 217 feet, 2 inches (66.21 meters) on her second attempt at USA Track & Field’s Pacific Association Championships at College of San Mateo...

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Tyler Sorenson Sets 15 km Junior National Race Walk Record!

Posted by on May 17, 2009 in legacy, Race Walking, Youth | Comments Off on Tyler Sorenson Sets 15 km Junior National Race Walk Record!

Tyler Sorenson Sets 15 km Junior National Race Walk Record!   The Pacific Association is excited to announce our own Tyler Sorenson, 15 year old with Pleasanton Heat broke the USA Junior National Record for a 15K road race walk on May 17, 2009 at the Fairmount Park in Riverside, CA; winning the USATF West Region 15K Race Walk Championship.  Tyler used this race to help him prepare for the upcoming Junior National Championship in Eugene, OR next month. His time of 1:12:57 broke the old record for 15 to 19 year olds set back in June 2004...

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Four PA Youth Clubs Receive USATF $1500 Grants

Posted by on May 7, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on Four PA Youth Clubs Receive USATF $1500 Grants

  Four PA Youth Clubs Receive USATF $1500 Grants   Contact: Jill M. Geer USA Track & Field Managing Director of Public Affairs 508-520-1529; [email protected] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~ USA Track & Field Foundation announces nearly $60,000 in youth grants ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~ INDIANAPOLIS – The USA Track & Field Foundation has awarded a record 38 youth grants, totaling $58,500, to track and field...

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The National Elite Youth Ranking System

Posted by on Apr 24, 2009 in legacy, XC, Youth | Comments Off on The National Elite Youth Ranking System

The National Elite Youth Ranking System   The Elite Youth Ranking System is a database of thousands of performances by thousands of athletes during the outdoor track and field season. These performances are from USATF and AAU Association, Regional and National Championships, from CYO meets, from the largest most popular Invitational Meets, and from local meets near you. Sub-Bantam Girls   4×100 4×400 100 Meters 200 Meters 400 Meters 800 Meters 1500 Meters Long Jump   Sub-Bantam Boys   4×100 4×400 100...

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2009 USATF Elite Athlete Handbook Now Available Online

Posted by on Apr 22, 2009 in Elite Athlete, Officials | 0 comments

2009 USATF Elite Athlete Handbook Now Available Online   From: USA Track & Field To: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:31 PM Subject: Elite Athlete Handbook NOW Available Online Attention All – the Elite Athlete Department at USA Track & Field is proud to announce that the 2009 Elite Athlete Handbook is now available online. In an effort to be more efficient – this publication will be available online only and will not be printed and mailed. This allows USATF to provide athletes and agents the most updated...

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3rd Annual Roseville Express Track Club Youth Track & Field Meet

Posted by on Apr 18, 2009 in legacy, Track & Field, Youth | Comments Off on 3rd Annual Roseville Express Track Club Youth Track & Field Meet

  3rd Annual Roseville Express Track Club Youth Track & Field Meet Oakmont High School, Roseville, CA April 18, 2009 The third annual Roseville Express Track Club (RETC) meet ended in success.  Twenty-four USATF clubs and over 40 unattached athletes descended upon Oakmont High School in Roseville for a glorious sun-filled day.  With over 730 athletes expected to compete in this meet it required a lot of coordination from the RETC volunteers.  Many thanks to Becky Klein for providing five certified USATF race walk officials to certify...

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PA Throwers Headline Drake Relays

Posted by on Apr 8, 2009 in Track & Field | Comments Off on PA Throwers Headline Drake Relays

PA Throwers Headline Drake Relays   From: USA Track & Field <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Wed, 8 Apr 2009 3:16 pm Subject: USATF News and Notes, Volume 9, Number 17 For Immediate Release April 8, 2009 Contact: Tom Surber, Media Information Manager USA Track & Field 317-713-4690; [email protected] News and Notes, Volume 9, Number 17 Women’s discus competition returns to Drake Relays Olympic gold medalist Stephanie Brown Trafton, American record holder Suzy Powell-Roos and 2008 Olympic Trials...

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Stockton Saints Track and Field Club Sanctioned Sectional PA / USATF Youth T&F Meet

Posted by on Apr 4, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on Stockton Saints Track and Field Club Sanctioned Sectional PA / USATF Youth T&F Meet

Stockton Saints Track and Field Club Sanctioned Sectional PA / USATF Youth T&F Meet Rain or Shine Saturday, April 4, 2009 Bear Creek High School 10555 Thornton Road, Stockton 95209 What do you need to know? Cost: $6 per athlete (money order only, no club or personal checks accepted) no refunds Mail To: SSTC, 9868 Hickock Drive, Stockton, CA 95209 Awards: Medals to Top 3 overall while Top 6 in each heat / flight will receive a ribbon (given after each heat is completed) Results: Results will be posted within 30-minutes after each event is...

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Win With Integrity – Clean Kids Program Announced for 2009

Posted by on Apr 3, 2009 in Youth | Comments Off on Win With Integrity – Clean Kids Program Announced for 2009

Win With Integrity – Clean Kids Program Announced for 2009   For Immediate Release Friday, April 3, 2009 Contact: Jill Geer USA Track & Field Director of Communications 317-713-4654; [email protected] USA Track & Field will continue its youth-focused anti-doping efforts in 2009 by continuing educational outreach efforts and, for the first time, conducting in-competition drug testing at youth championship events. The Win With Integrity – Clean Kids Program is a partnership with the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) and...

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Youth Travel Grant Deadline Reminder

Posted by on Mar 25, 2009 in legacy | Comments Off on Youth Travel Grant Deadline Reminder

  Youth Travel Grant Deadline Reminder   March 25, 2009 $50,000 in Travel Grants Available to Youth Clubs – In partnership with the USA Track & Field Foundation, USATF is pleased to announce the 2009 Mark Springer Youth Travel Grant program to aid in bringing athletes to the following USATF National Youth and Junior Championships: June 25-28    USA Junior Outdoor T&F Champs        Eugene, OR June 30 – July 5   USA Youth Outdoor T&F Champs   Ypsilanti, MI July 28 – Aug. 2  USATF Junior Olympic T&F...

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2009 Clinic Index

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy | Comments Off on 2009 Clinic Index

Clinic Index 2009 Clinic Schedule (html)   2009 Clinic Descriptions Certification Levels and Requirements for Advancements Procedures for Clinic Registration, Rulebook Purchase and Membership Renewal   2009 Online Clinic Registration and Rule-book Sales   Off-line Clinic Registration and Rulebook Purchase Procedures   Off-line Clinic Registration Form   Off-line Rulebook Purchase Form PA Membership Registration   On-line Rulebook Locations and Off-line Rulebook Purchase Procedure   Clinic Notices  ...

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Youth Cross Country Season Scoring

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on Youth Cross Country Season Scoring

Youth Cross Country Season Scoring  Each year the youth cross-country athletes of the Pacific Association compete head-to-head in sanctioned events.  The goal is to earn a berth into the National USATF Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships.  Along the way … each athlete is encouraged to compete in the various Pacific Association youth cross-country races to build their experience and stamina.  Several years ago, to encourage active participation, the PA Youth Cross Country Chair, Bob Shor, implemented the Season Scoring...

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Hotels Near William Jessup University (WJU), Rocklin, California

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, XC, Youth | Comments Off on Hotels Near William Jessup University (WJU), Rocklin, California

  Hotels Near William Jessup University (WJU), Rocklin Staybridge Suites 6664 Lone Tree Blvd. Rocklin, CA 95765 888-299-2208 3.0 miles from WJU Mention visiting WJU for possible discount Spring Hill Suites 10593 Fairway Drive Roseville, CA 95678 916-782-2989 3.0 miles from WJU Reserve the WJU Rate at Spring Hill Suites – Marriott Comfort Suites 6830 Five Star Blvd. Rocklin, CA 95765 5.0 miles from WJU Mention visiting WJU for possible discount Courtyard by Marriott 301 Creekside Ridge Court Roseville , CA 95678 916-772-3404 5.0...

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All About USATF Junior Olympic Track & Field and Cross Country Competitions

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy | Comments Off on All About USATF Junior Olympic Track & Field and Cross Country Competitions

  All About USATF Junior Olympic Track & Field and Cross Country Competitions Did you know that two national USATF Junior Olympic Championships are coming to Northern California? 2009 National USATF Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships in Reno, Nevada on December 12, 2009. 2010 National USATF Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships (information pdf) will be held at CSU Sacramento July 27-August 1, 2010. Are YOU ready to take your competition to the next level? Are you serious about your sport?  Is track & field...

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$50,000 available to Youth Clubs via Mark Springer Travel Grant Program

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on $50,000 available to Youth Clubs via Mark Springer Travel Grant Program

$50,000 available to Youth Clubs via Mark Springer Travel Grant Program 2009 Mark Springer Youth Travel Grant Program In partnership with the USA Track & Field Foundation, we are pleased to announce the 2009 Mark Springer Youth Travel Grant program to aid in bringing athletes to the following USATF National Youth and Junior Championships: : June 25-28 — USA Junior Outdoor T&F Championships — Eugene, OR June 30-July 5 — USA Youth Outdoor T&F Championships —Ypsilanti, MI July 28-August 2 — USATF National Junior Olympic T&F...

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2009 Pacific Association Youth Track & Field Championships Competition Guide

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on 2009 Pacific Association Youth Track & Field Championships Competition Guide

2009 Pacific Association Youth Track & Field Championships Competition Guide Here is a checklist to assist you with competing in summer PA/USATF championship youth track and field meets. Pacific Association (PA) Youth Championships This meet is not a qualifier meet for the Junior Olympics URL:  https://www.pausatf.org/data/2009/ytfPAC2009.html Competition Date:  Saturday / Sunday, June 13-14 Location:  Santa Rosa High School Deadline to Register:  Friday, June 5, 2009 @ 12 midnight How to register:  Club Manager electronic file Where to...

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NCSA – what is it?

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy | Comments Off on NCSA – what is it?

  NCSA – what is it?  Is it a goal of yours to earn a college T&F or XC scholarship?  Do you know what the NCSA is?  National Collegiate Scouting Association @ http://www.ncsasports.org.  Did you know that an NCAA Division 1 school is looking for an athlete with these minimum qualifications: 4 years Varsity team State Champion or high state finisher Awards such as All-State / Region Meet of Champions qualifier or high finish Team MVP & Captain USATF Regional & National competition strongly preferred Participation in...

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Pacific Association Youth Committee Meeting – January 2009

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, Youth | Comments Off on Pacific Association Youth Committee Meeting – January 2009

Pacific Association Youth Committee Meeting – January 2009 Pacific Association Youth Committee Meeting W e l co m e   Please remember that PAYC meetings are to follow Robert’s Rule of Order. If you need a refresher you can visit: http://www.robertsrules.com/ Date: Saturday, January 24 Time: 11:00 pm – 3:00 pm (no host) Location: James Logan High School 1800 H Street (same place of other meeting) Union City Chair – Joanne Camargo  Vice Chair – Debra Harvey  Secretary – Nadine Davis  Treasurer –...

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USATF Foundation to offer $100,000 in Grants for Youth Clubs/Organizations in 2009

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in Youth | Comments Off on USATF Foundation to offer $100,000 in Grants for Youth Clubs/Organizations in 2009

USATF Foundation to offer $100,000 in Grants for Youth Clubs/Organizations in 2009 View this as a Web page The USA Track & Field Foundation has earmarked over Youth Track Club$100,000 for youth grant funding in 2009, and now, with a new online process, completing the grant application has never been easier. Application materials can be accessed from the USATF Foundation Web site. All youth track & field clubs are encouraged to apply. Goals and Criteria The USATF Foundation seeks to support and expand high quality youth programs and...

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What do you really know about the club where you train and compete?

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, pausatf | Comments Off on What do you really know about the club where you train and compete?

    What do you really know about the club where you train and compete? Is it a USATF club in good standing?  Have the coaches passed the proper background screening that ensures they are safe to be around youth athletes?  Has practice insurance been secured?  Are you a USATF member?  Why should you care? The Pacific Association (PA) / USATF wants to ensure that youth athletes are provided the best training in the safest environments.  To do so clubs competing in our Association are expected to adhere to a high set of standards....

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2009 Cross Country Schedule

Posted by on Mar 22, 2009 in legacy, XC, Youth | Comments Off on 2009 Cross Country Schedule

2009 Cross Country Schedule   View Detailed Schedule (to be posted)   TENTATIVE Updated: Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Date Race Location 08/22/09 9th Annual UC Santa Cruz XC Challenge Santa Cruz 08/29/09 17th Annual Phil Widener Empire Open Santa Rosa 09/12/09 23rd Annual Golden Gate Park Open San Francisco 09/26/09 5th Annual Garrin Park XC Challenge Hayward 10/03/09 11th Annual Presidio Challenge San Francisco 10/10/09 1st Annual Willow Hills XC Open Folsom 10/24/09 12th Annual Shoreline Open Mountain View  10/31/09 13th Annual John...

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