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Tri-City Thunder2017 Open House
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Mission of Competitive Track
This program is intended for athletes whowant to develop their track and field skills.These athletes are strongly encouraged toattend Junior Olympics, although notrequired. Athlete’s will train with others intheir ability and age group and will receivecoaching from the area’s top track and fieldcoaches. Emphasis on athlete development,personal safety and ensuring athletes have astrong developmental foundation of which todevelop their skills.
Competitive Track Program Athletes born PRIOR to December 31, 2008. (Turning 9 this year and older)
Athletes needed for Mentor program. MUST be in Middle School or older.
Adult Memberships are available.
Athletes 8 and younger with Coach permission. Limited opportunities at this age. Inquire by emailing us at [email protected]
3-4 Day a week practices – Monday thru Thursday 6:30 pm at Southridge Track. You choose how often you attend, however multi event athletes are told when to practice which events. Not EVERY event is offered EVERY NIGHT.
Fees
$80- Thunder Membership, includes training shirt (Sibling Discounts Available)
Early Bird Discount $15 discount until April 8th. Sibling Discounts available within each program.
Will work with MS and HS athletes who are competing in school programs or multi sport athletes.
Best Coaching Staff around, comprised of several MS and HS Track Coaches. Lots of experience in events and a desire to develop proper technique and skill.
Limited Scholarships ARE Available
Thunder Atmosphere FUN and active learning of events in developmentally appropriate ways through a
comprehensive training program based on athlete events.
Focus on effort and PR’s (Personal Records).
We want athletes to get to know each other and cheer for other Thunder athletes during meets. This exemplifies SPORTMANSHIP!
Middle School and High School Athlete Mentor Program
Older athletes assist in practices perfecting their skill by teaching younger athletes.
Thunder athletes span most Tri-City Middle and High Schools.
Teach older athletes the importance of
Giving Back and Volunteer Work!
Thunder offers the following Events:
Races
100 M
200 M
400 M
800 M
1500 M
3000 M (11+)
Hurdles
Relays:
4x100
4x200
4x400
4x800
Combined Events
Long Jump
High Jump (9+)
Triple Jump (13+)
Shot Put
Turbo Javelin
Discuss (11+)
Track etiquette
Sportsmanship
Safety
Tentative Season Schedule April 17th Practice Begins
May 2nd All comers meet #1
May 23 All comers meet #2
June 10th Association Championship Meet- Richland, WA
June 17th Association Junior Olympics – Spokane, WA
June 27th All comers meet #3
July 6-9th Regional JO Meet – Spokane, WA *
July 18th Club Championship Meet
July 20th Team Potluck
July 24-30th National JO Meet – Lawrence, KA *
13 week season for just $65 with Early Bird Discount!
* Qualification required
Competition and Camp Opportunities All Comers Meets – fun and low pressure competitions held at Southridge
Track. Open to non Thunder Athletes, invite a friend!
Event fees are not included in Thunder Membership.
Association Championship – June 10th Hosted by Thunder this year! A great chance to compete locally!
Registration fees are not included in Thunder Membership.
Southridge Summer Track Camp and Focus on the Female Athlete Camps
Open to ages 8-14
More information available on our website
Fan Wear AvailableOptional Fan Wear is currently available through our Team Store.
If you want or need a singlet you MUST add that during the registration process ($16).
Visit our website for the link.Store closes on April 7th!
Items will be available the first week of practices.
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Requirements for Membership ALL Athletes MUST purchase a USATF Youth
Membership for $20. This is available via www.usatf.org. Be sure to affiliate with Thunder by using Club Code (35-0208).
Email picture of birth certificate to: [email protected]
ALL athletes and Parents MUST agree to Thunder Code of Conduct.
ALL athletes wear black shorts. No logos larger than a quarter.
Willingness to work hard and HAVE FUN!
Volunteer Fee $40 – 100% Refundable Tri City Thunder requires members to Volunteer. Membership fees are low
due to the fact parents volunteer.
15 hours per family; 10 general hours and 5 related to 2017 Association Championship.
HUGE variety of roles – we will help you find one that fits your family.
50 volunteers needed on June 10th – mark your calendar now.
How to Register
Purchase USATF Members via www.usatf.org. You will need this number to complete Thunder Membership.
Visit our website: www.tricitythunder.org Top right corner click REGISTER. Must create parent account FIRST.
Add children
Available programs will be displayed once children are added
Register ALL athletes at the same time to qualify for the sibling discounts.
Early Bird Discount until April 8th at midnight.
SPACE IS LIMITED in some events! MS and HS athletes are asked to register now – even if competing in
school or spring sports delays attendance.
Contact Us with Questions
General and Registration Questions: [email protected]
Find us on Facebook and Instagram for chances to win prizes throughout the year!
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Questions and Credits
Photo Credit goes to our Thunder Volunteer Photographers:
Jeff Winston and Pat Lee, Thunder Dad’s and Expert Photographers!
Power Point Slide Show Credit:
Ethan Stout, 12 year old Thunder Athlete.
