SYA Youth Track Program

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Program Focus

The program emphasizes proper stretching, breathing, running techniques, and mechanics for field and running events. All athletes age 6 by December 31st through 8th grade and skill levels are welcome!

Season Goals

The focus is on individual progress, with an emphasis on setting and achieving personal records (PRs) throughout the season. Athletes will be timed in a few events at the start of the season as a baseline for improvement.

About SYA Track and Field

Tentative 2025 Dates (subject to change based on track availability, coach schedules, and weather)

• March 2, 6:00 PM: Pre-season parent meeting at Leitersburg Ruritan Community Center
• March 12: First practice (SHS or HCC).

Pending approval from Smithsburg High School and Hagerstown Community College, SYA Track and Field practices will be on Wednesdays and Fridays for 1 hour (time to be determined but will be between 5:30-7:30). Athletes registered for upcoming meets are encouraged to stay an additional 30 minutes on Fridays to practice specific events. Registration & Fees The season runs from mid-March through early June. Athletes who qualify can advance to regional and national meets (additional costs not included in registration). Fees cover jerseys and meet registrations.

• Jan 1–31: $60 ($10 early registration discount applied)
• Feb 1–28: $70
• March 1–16: $95 ($70 + $25 late registration fee)
• Note: No refunds after Feb 28.

For more information, please contact our Track & Field Director Jennifer Daniels

Available Events

Track meets will include events similar to high school meets: sprints, hurdles, middle and long distances, shot put, discus, high jump, long jump, relays, and turbo javelin. Pole vault and triple jump are not offered. Events vary per meet, and athletes will be informed of available events upon registration.

Meet Participation

Participation in track meets is encouraged but not required. Athletes can compete against other programs from Frederick and Howard Counties:

• Ages 5–12: Max 3 events per meet
• Ages 13+: Max 4 events per meet
• Meets are optional, held on Sundays, generally starting at 11:00 AM and lasting 4–5 hours. Athletes may leave once their events are complete. Ribbons awarded for 1st–6th place based on event, age, and gender.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We invite businesses to sponsor our team! Please visit our sponsors page for details.

For more information, please contact our Track & Field Director Jennifer Daniels

Upcoming Events

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