More Meet Information
The Day of the Meet
Be sure to bring the athlete’s complete uniform, including sweats, spikes (if needed) and sun protection. Many parents choose to bring a cooler with drinks and snacks, as well as something for the athlete to do while waiting for their event. Most meets will have a concession stand, but food is limited and not on the healthy side. On hot days, sun protection and lots of water are vital for the well-being of the athlete. There are a limited number of EZ-Ups set up by the team in the stands at each meet. Parents are allowed to bring their own EZ-ups and chairs with the disclaimer that there is limited room on the grounds at any given meet. EZ-up space gets filled up fast so come early if you want space. Make sure to allow plenty of time to drive, park, have your athlete get their tag and locate your age-group coach for warmup.
Event Name Tags
Prior to participating in a meet, each athlete must check in at the Warrior Team tent to receive event tags with their name on it for each event in which they will participate. All athletes should have their tags before 8:15 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter.
Warming Up
If your athlete is participating in the first event of the day (3000 meter, Gremlin Long Jump, Bantam High Jump or Youth Shot Put) please arrive at 7:45am to get tags and have time to warm up before the meet starts. Other athletes need to get their tags before 8:15 and wait until their event is called, or their coach starts group warm-ups.
Time of each event
There is no way of determining the time an event will start. It depends on too many variables such as the number of participants, quantity of help, etc.
Running Events
Athletes competing in running events must stay in their lane until a volunteer takes their tag at the finish line. Water is available at the finish line for athletes.
