2015 USATF Southwest Zone Youth Indoor

USATF Gulf Association and
University of Houston presents
2015 USATF Southwest Zone
Youth Indoor Championships
February 07, 2015
University of Houston Athletics/Alumni Center
Yeoman Fieldhouse
3100 Cullen
Houston, TX 77004
AGE DIVISIONS & ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Age Divisions
7-8
9-10
11-12
13-14
15-16
17-18*
(Born 2007-2008)
(Born 2005-2006)
(Born 2003-2004)
(Born 2001-2002)
(Born 1999-2000)
(Born 1997-1998)
*athletes born in 1996 are also eligible if they do not turn 19 on or before 8/2/2015
Individuals: Only U.S. citizens, aliens living in the United States, and foreign exchange students are eligible
to compete in these Championships. See the USATF rules for more information and exceptions. A
competitor must compete in his/her age division only. Competitors in the 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12 Divisions
may compete in a maximum of three events, including relays. Competitors in the 13-14, 15-16, and 17-18
Divisions may compete in a maximum of four events, including relays. All athletes must be 2015 members
of USATF in good standing.
Relay Teams: Only registered 2015 USATF member clubs may enter a relay team(s). All athletes
representing the club must be affiliated with and members of that club as part of their USATF membership.
Visit www.usatf.org/membership.
(Indoor Championship ONLY) Combined relays for 15-16 and 17-18 Division are allowed for the High
School and USATF Clubs division. USATF Clubs will combine age division 15-16 and 17-18, but all athletes
must be members of the same registered club. The High School 15-18 Relays and USATF Clubs 15-18
Relays are two separate divisions and will compete as such. Note: Athletes are only allowed to represent
one entity.
High School Athletes (15-18), and USATF Clubs and Unattached Athletes 15-16, 17-18 Divisions may
compete in this National Indoor Championship without competing in the qualifying Zonal Meet.
ENTRY PROCESS:
Individual Entries: $8 per event
Relay Entries: $32 per relay team
Clubs and Unattached Athletes should register online at https://usatfregistration.com/track/entry/tx_usazisw
by February 5 at 11:59 pm. A $15 per individual will be added to each late entry. Online registration opens
January 15. Fees must be paid online by the close of registration. Only VISA and electronic check will
be accepted. Accuracy of data entered is the responsibility of each club and/or athlete. Please validate data
within Coach O for accuracy prior to submitting entry. An instructional video on the online registration process
may be accessed by visiting, http://coachoregistration.com/meet/entry/assets/videos/usatf/index.html.
Valid 2015 USATF Membership and Proof of Birth is required for participation. Before registration, please
ensure that the membership chair of your association has received (via mail or fax) a copy of the athlete’s
Proof of Birth (copy of birth certificate, passport, certified baptismal record, driver’s license or U.S. government
identification). See Rule 300.1 (i) for further explanation.
High school age athletes may participate in this event as unattached, club team members, or school team
members in individual events. However you must check with your high school association to determine if you
may participate.
AWARDS: USATF Youth Zone Championship medals will be awarded to the top six (6) individuals and the
top six (6) relay teams in each event of each age division.
ADVANCEMENTS: The top 6 individuals and relay teams in each event of each age division will advance to
the USATF Hershey Youth Indoor Championships to be held on March 14-15 at Prince George’s County
Sports and Learning Complex (Landover, MD). Advancements must be completed by declaring at
www.CoachO.com.
Information is available at: http://www.usatf.org/Events---Calendar/2015/USATF-Hershey-Youth-IndoorChampionships/Entry-Info.aspx
IMPLEMENT WEIGH-IN: Implements will be certified in the hallway adjacent to the weight room one hour prior
to start of event. Implements will be impounded and taken to the ring by meet officials. Only soft-shelled indoor
shots may be used. Competitors are to bring their own implements for the throwing events. UH will provide a
limited number of implements for use in the indoor shot only. Participants may retrieve their implements
following the conclusion of the event.
EVENT CHECK-IN: There will be separate check-in areas for Running and Field events. Athletes must check
in at the designated areas 30 minutes prior to the event's scheduled starting time. All athletes will be required
to remain in the designated warm-up areas after checking in.
COMPETITION BIB NUMBERS: All competitors must wear their assigned bib numbers during competition
and on the front on their jerseys only. If an athlete loses the bib number, a replacement can be purchased for
a fee of $5.
Packet Pick Up: Saturday, February 7, 2015 7:00am to 12:00pm. *Note: No entry changes/no
substitutions/no adds/no new entries will be accepted at the meet site. However, USATF Gulf will correct all
data entry mistakes; and all gender and Division errors.
Warm-Up Area: Athletes must warm-up outside (either on the outdoor track or grass field). In case of
inclement weather, athletes will be permitted to warm up inside on the sport court and on the track at the
discretion of meet management. SPIKES MAY NOT BE WORN ON THE SPORT COURT.
EVENT RESULTS: During competition, event results will be posted at the track facility. Additionally, event
results will be posted at www.usatf.org/assoc/gulf , www.AdkinsTrak.com, www.coacho.com, and
www.usatf.org.
PROTESTS: There will be a $100.00 fee for all protests. Protests must be submitted to the Protest Referee
no later than 30 minutes after a result has been posted. The protest fee will be refunded if the protest is
upheld.
RULES – CONDUCT & FACILITY: The following are not permitted at Yeoman Field house:
Alcohol
Smoking
Weapons, fireworks, explosives or munitions
Glass or metal containers
Laser pointers
Gum on the track, infield, and warm up area
Spitting on track
Pets
No liquids other than water is allowed on the track
surface
ADMISSION FEES: $4.00 for toddlers (4 and under) and $8.00 for General Admission. Coaches with valid
USATF Membership & Background Screening are free.
*Only cash is accepted at the facility. No ATM located on site.
Facilities: Yeoman Field House has a flat, six lane, 200-meter oval with an eight lane straightway. The
track and runways surfaces are Mondo Super-X. Throwing surfaces are plywood. Pole Vault will
compete on a banked runway. Fully automated timing will be provided by Adkins Trak Timing.
Accommodations:
Courtyard Marriott Houston Hobby Airport
9190 Gulf Freeway
Houston, TX 77017
*$79 Doubles
Code: USA Track & Field Room
1(800)321-2211
*$5 hotel rebate will be given to the Gulf Association to offset meet expenses
Crowne Plaza Houston River Oaks
2712 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77098
$79 Doubles
Code: USATF SW Zone Indoor Meet
1(877)825-7068
(Parking $5)
SpringHill Suites Marriott Houston Hobby Airport
7922 Mosley Road
Houston, TX 77584
$79 Doubles
Code: USATF
1(888)236-2427
CONTACT:
Name: Felicia Love
Phone Number: (713) 666-8133
E-mail: gulfyouthchair@yahoo.com
2015 USATF Southwest Zone Indoor Schedule
Field Events
Long Jump (Pit 1) Rolling Schedule
8:00 AM
17-18,15-16,13-14,11-12,9-10,7-8
Long Jump (Pit 2) Rolling Schedule
Girls
8:00 AM
17-18,15-16,13-14,11-12,9-10,7-8
Boys
Triple Jump (Rolling Schedule) 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Long Jump
13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Girls (Pit 1)
13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Boys (Pit 2)
High Jump (Rolling Schedule)
8:00 AM
9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Officials Break (30 Minutes)
Boys
9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Girls
Shot Put (Rolling Schedule)
8:00 AM
7-8,9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Officials Break (30 Minutes)
Girls
7-8,9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Boys
Pole Vault (Rolling Schedule)
10:00 AM
13-14,15-16,17-18
Girls/Boys
Girls follow by Boys in each division
Running Events: 8:30am (Rolling Schedule)
3000m Run
11-12, 13-14,15-16,17-18
55m Hurdles
11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
Prelims
55m Dash
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Prelims
800m Run
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
4 x 200m Relay
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, USATF Club 15-18, HS 15-18
Final
3000m RaceWalk
13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
400m Dash
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
30 Minutes Break
Final
55m Hurdles
11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
55m Dash
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
1500m RaceWalk
9-10, 11-12
Final
200m Dash
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
1500m Run
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Final
4 x 400m Relay
7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, USATF Club 15-18, HS 15-18
Final