*Subject to change; last updated 2/20/13
A competitor must compete in his/her age division only. There will be no “moving up” in any events, including relays. Competitors in the 8 & Under, 9-10 and 11-12 age divisions may compete in a maximum of three events, including relays. Athletes in the 13-14, 15-16, and 17-18 age divisions may compete in a maximum of four events, including relays. Combined events are not included in the event count.
Athletes in all events must report to the clerking area no later than 45 minutes prior to their event. All athletes are required to remain in the designated area after checking in.
Athletes are required to wear bib numbers to gain access to the event check-in warm-up track area. Lost bibs can be replaced in the packet pick-up area at a cost of $5.00.
Relay participants must wear a top of the same color(s) and shorts of the same color(s).
All races contested in lanes (100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, all hurdle events, 4x100 and 4x400) will qualify the eight fastest overall times in the first round to a one-heat final.
IAAF scoring tables will be used to score all combined events competition (Triathlon, Pentathlon, Heptathlon, and Decathlon).
Team scoring will be based on the following point structure, with the top 8 places scored: 10, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 to indicate points from first through eighth place. Each male and female division will be scored separately. All teams will be scored automatically. Team-scoring declarations and fees are not required.
Per USATF Rule 146, all protests must be submitted in writing not later than 30 minutes after the results of an event are posted. This time period will be strictly enforced. The cost to file a protest is $100 cash. This fee is refundable only if the protest is upheld. Only violations of the 2013 USATF Rules of Competition may be protested. Judgment calls made by meet officials cannot be protested. Protests that do not meet the above criteria will not be accepted.
The maximum spike lengths allowed for running and field events are: 1/4" Pyramid Spikes
Meet management will provide batons for the relays and implements for the throwing events shot, hammer, discus, javelin). Participants must use the implements provided for competition. Personal implements in the throwing events are not allowed.
The starting heights for the high jump and the pole vault are listed in the chart below. Incremental increases shall be 5 cm in the High Hump and 15 cm in the Pole Vault.
Refer to USATF Rule 302.5 (n). All competitors must provide their own vaulting poles. Vault athletes must report to be weighed with their bib numbers and poles based on the schedule below. All poles will be inspected for manufacturers’ pole ratings and the maximum top hand hold position as determined by the manufacturer. The competitors’ weights must be at or below the manufacturers’ pole ratings. NO EXCEPTIONS. Poles will be impounded at the time of inspection. Athletes will pick-up their poles and report to the competition site at time of warm-up for the event. Weigh-in and pole inspection will take place during the times shown below:
Athletes may ship poles for delivery beginning June 21. Shipments should be sent to the following address: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Attn: Kareem Jackson/2013 USA Youth Outdoor Track & Field Championships Korte Stadium 3345 Stadium Drive Edwardsville, IL 62026 Meet management will not be responsible for any pole that is shipped to or impounded at the meet without a hard protective case. Poles will be stored at implement weigh located in the Stadium until the day of competition. Poles must be labeled with athlete’s full name, affiliation and contact information. To claim poles the athlete or athlete’s parents must present proper identification the day of the meet at the implement weigh room. Go to Top
National Championship Medals will be awarded for first through eighth place in each event. Presentations will be made up to 90 minutes after the event is completed in the awards area. Team trophies will be provided to the top three (3) teams in each age division, for boys and girls, 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Championships on the last day of competition.
Earning a national medal is an amazing accomplishment! As such, USATF and the organizing committee will recognize all award recipients in a formal ceremony (up to 90 minutes after the conclusion of each event). We encourage athletes, parents, and coaches to schedule their return flights to accommodate the ceremonies.
Medals will not be distributed in advance of an event ceremony. Instructions for requesting a medal to be mailed will be provided onsite. Go to Top
Address: SIU Athletics Box 1129 Edwardsville, IL 62026 map Korte Stadium is named for 1968 alumnus Ralph Korte. The stadium, which seats 3000, is home to both the SIUE soccer and track programs. This summer Korte Stadium has gone through some major reconstruction. Newly resurfaced by Beynon - BS 1000, the track consists of eight 48 inch lanes and is a “broken back” track design. The track has four extension and curves are 118meters. Korte Stadium consists of over 5,000 square feet of track surface which includes a field event area. The “field of dreams” consists of 5 Shot Put rings, 2 – NCAA tall double Hammer/Discus ring cages, 2 – multi directional Javelin reinforced surfaced runways, 2 – multi directional Pole Vault runways, 4 – multi directional Long/Triple jump runways and a 70 foot square surface for the High Jump. Korte Stadium has played host to the 1994 U.S. Olympic Festival, the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Farewell Invite, USA – Germany Decathlon Dual, and a host of other high school, collegiate, national amateur and international athletic events. Tent and Umbrella Policy:
Allowed inside the Stadium:
Not allowed inside the Stadium
Fighting, rough-housing and abusive language or behavior is not tolerated. No tape shall be placed on the turf, track or runways at any time. Spectators are prohibited from being on the high jump and pole vault mat, except during the actual event. Parking on the road between the soccer practice field and softball field is prohibited. Parking on the back road on the west side of the stadium is prohibited. Click here for further information on the facility. ** Note: the Local Organizing Committee cannot be held responsible for any vehicle damage that may occur within any parking areas during the World Youth Athletics Trials. Any vehicle parked along a roadway or in an unauthorized parking space/area will be ticketed. **
Coaches and unattached athletes may pick up competition packets at the east side of the stadium during the following times:
Refer to USATF Rule 302.5 (n). All competitors must provide their own vaulting poles. Implements used in the pole vault competition will be inspected at the pole vault area. Vault athletes must report to be weighed with their bib numbers and poles based on the schedule below. All poles will be inspected for manufacturers’ pole ratings and the maximum top hand hold position as determined by the manufacturer. The competitors’ weights must be at or below the manufacturers’ pole ratings. NO EXCEPTIONS. Poles will be impounded at the time of inspection. Athletes will pick-up their poles and report to the competition site at time of warm-up for the event. Weigh-in and pole inspection will take place during the times shown below:
Athletes may ship poles for delivery beginning June 21. Shipments should be sent to the following address: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Attn: Kareem Jackson/2013 USA Youth Outdoor Track & Field Championships Korte Stadium 3345 Stadium Drive Edwardsville, IL 62026 Meet management will not be responsible for any pole that is shipped to or impounded at the meet without a hard protective case. Poles will be stored at implement weigh located in the stadium until the day of competition. Poles must be labeled with athlete’s full name, affiliation and contact information. To claim poles the athlete or athlete’s parents must present proper identification the day of the meet at the implement weigh room.
The competition facilities will be available for practice during the designated times listed below. Coaches and parents are responsible for ensuring that all trash is cleaned up.
Start times for evening practice are contingent upon the last scheduled event of daily competition. If the daily schedule runs longer than scheduled, coaches and parents understand that they CANNOT use the facility while official competition is being held. Meet Management reserves the right to revoke practice facility privileges as they see fit. Go to Top