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Northeast Future Stars Meet:

Dear Youth Coach/Parent/Athlete,

I am excited to announce a tremendous opportunity for the youth cross country athletes in the Northeast region, the Northeast Future Stars Race. USATF New York and the meet directors for the Nike Team Nationals Northeast Regional meet have teamed up to offer 3 youth races at Bowdoin Park before the NTN meet begins on November 26. The Northeast Future Stars Race is designed to bring established youth athletes together and compete on the same stage as the best high school teams in our region. Athletes in the Bantam, Midget, and Youth age divisions (USATF defined) are eligible for the races. No Sub-Bantam, Intermediate, and Young M/W will be accepted. Intermediate and Young M/W are encouraged to enter the NTN meet. All competitors and families are also encouraged to remain at Bowdoin to enjoy and support the high school races, as they battle for spots at the Nike Team National Championships.

The entry for the Northeast Future Stars Race is online at www.coacho.com, only. The online entry will open on November 2 and close on November 22 at 11:59pm. No mail in or race day entires will be accepted.

The top ten (10) individual finishers in each division and gender will receive medals. The top three (3) athletes in every gender and division will score for their respective states. The top state in every division/gender will be declared the winner in the STATES COMPETITION. The top three (3) athletes on winnig STATE TEAMS will receive trophies. All athletes will compete for their respective clubs/teams, otherwise.

This is a fantastic opportunity to highlight your best athletes in front of the Northeast region. The meet will serve as a viable tune up for the USATF and other national caliber meets, later in the season. Bring your best youth and middle school athletes to the big stage, as we show the world why Northeast XC is dynomite. Please see the Recommended Entry Standards on the flyer when choosing your athletes. USATF membership is recommended , BUT NOT NEEDED.

The official meet flyer is attached. It is also available on www.newyork.usatf.org. This meet is sanctioned by USATF New York. Please forward and share this information with your fellow coaches, associations, and local teams.

Sincerely,

Sean Rice

Meet Director

USATF New York

Hotel Information:

http://www.runnerspace.com/eprofile.php?title_id=218&event_id=299&do=title&pg=1&folder_id=273&page_id=1589

Meet headquarters hotel:

Ramada Inn and Conference Center (former Holiday Inn and Conference Center) at the intersection of Rt 9 and US 84 in Fishkill NY about 8 miles from the Bowdoin Park race course.
Phone # is 845-896-6281.
Rooms are $89 per night plus tax (includes a hot and cold breakfast buffet).
Mention NIKE to receive the reduced rate

Additional Hotels:

Days Inn
20 Schuyler Blvd Fishkill NY
right off Rt 9
within 200m of the Ramada
845-896-4995
Rate of $85.95 includes breakfast
Mention NIKE to receive the reduced rate

Holiday Inn Express
21 Schuyler Blvd Fishkill NY
845-896-4001
Rate of $99
Mention NIKE to receive the reduced rate

Hotel Sierra
100 Westgate Business Center Drive (right on Rt 9 across from Ramada)
Fishkill NY 12524
Phone 845-897-5757 $109 per night for a 2 room suite includes full breakfast
Mention NIKE to receive the reduced rate

DIRECTIONS TO RACE COURSE
Nothing’s worse than getting lost on race morning. Know where to go! Check out directions below.

The park is on the east bank of the Hudson River north of Newburgh and the easiest access is from US 84 north on Rt 9D.

From the North and North East: CT, ME, MA, NH, VT, RI
All US Roads that lead to The thruway US 87….south to Newburgh-Beacon Bridge - US 84. Cross bridge and take first exit across the river, Rt 9D.* Proceed north on 9D to Rt 28, turn left, and follow 28 until the end at Main Street. Turn right and as the road turns to the right it becomes Channingville Rd. Continue for a short distance and make left on Sheafe Rd, there is a sign that points to Bowdoin Park. The park is a short distance down the road on your left.

From the South and West: NJ, PA
All US roads that bring you to 87 norths or 84 west. From 87 north proceed to the Newburgh-Beacon bridge exit, US84 east…Follow directions as above (*) after crossing the Hudson.

From the East: Downstate NY and CT
Any roads that bring you to US 84 west. Exit at Rt 9, turn right going north, Proceed to Rt 28, turn left, follow directions as above to the park.* (same directions as from 9D…only starting at a point a few miles further east of 9D).

Parking
All parking will be on site. Admission to the park will be $5 per car rather than a charge by the number of occupants. All competitors will enter free of charge.

Upcoming Junior Olympic Events

http://usatfregistration.com/meet/entry/ny_usaxcyouth04/

Niagara JO Cross Country Championships
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Longbranch Park, Liverpool, NY
Course Walk at 11:15 a.m.
First Race at 12:15 p.m.

RACE SCHEDULE:
Races will begin at 12:15 p.m. staring with youngest (Sub-Bantam).
Age groups and boys & girls maybe combined per USATF Rulebook.
There are no changing or shower facilities on site. Please come dressed to run.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Individuals: Current USATF membership is required to compete. Proof of Birth (copy of birth certificate, passport, certified baptismal record, driver’s license, or U.S. government identification) is required and must be submitted with each entry. Teams: Only registered USATF member clubs may enter a team. All athletes representing the club must be must be affiliated with that club as part of their USATF membership. All must submit signed USATF Junior Olympic Waiver before competing.
ENTRY FEES: Individual Online Entry: $8.00/athlete Team Entry: No Charge
ENTRY DEADLINE: Online Entry Closes Thursday, November 10, 12:00 Midnight
Register Online at www.usatf‐niagara.org (2011 or 2012 USATF Membership # required to enter online)
MEET DAY REGISTRATION: Entries will accepted on Sunday, November 13 from 9:30 to11:00 am; Must
bring current (2011 or 2012) membership to register day of meet. Runners without a USATF membership
will not be allowed to run. Day of Race Entry: $15.00/athlete
TEAM SCORING: 8 athletes on the team entry/declaration form may be declared as scoring athletes. The
top 5 finishers among the declared runners will score.
COMPETITION BIB NUMBERS: All competitors must wear their assigned bib numbers during competition
chest‐high on the front of their jerseys.
EVENT RESULTS: During competition, results will be posted and final results will be posted at www.usatfniagara.
org
AWARDS: USATF Junior Olympic medals to top ten individuals in each age division.
ADVANCEMENTS: Top 25 individuals and top 4 teams in each age group will advance to the USATF Region
2 Championships to be held on Sunday, November 20th at Deer Path Park in New Jersey. All advancement
will be online.

2011 USATF National JO XC Championships ‐ Saturday, December 10th at Whispering Pines Golf Course in Myrtle Beach, SC .Top 20 athletes and 3 teams at the Region 2 Championships will qualify for the National Championships. http://www.usatf.org/events/2011/USATFJuniorOlympicXCChampionships

Directions to Longbranch Park in Liverpool, NY
Directions: From the south take I 81 north to Syracuse, merge onto I 690 west towards Fairgrounds/ Baldwinsville,
at 7.6 miles take exit 4 John Glenn Boulevard, turn slight right onto John Glenn Blvd/CR-81 east,
at 0.3 miles turn right onto Long Branch Road/CR-35, the park is on your left in about 0.5 miles. From the
north, east and west take the NYS Thruway to exit 39

USATF Niagara Junior Olympic
Cross Country Championships
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Longbranch Park, Liverpool, NY
Course Walk at 11:15 a.m.
First Race at 12:15 p.m.
USATF YOUTH AGE DIVISIONS FOR COMPETITION
Age Division Distance
Sub‐Bantam - born 2003 & later, 2km (1.25miles)
Bantam - born 2001 ‐ 2002, 3 km (1.86 miles)
Midget - born 1999 – 2000, 3 km (1.86 miles)
Youth - born 1997 – 1998, 4 km (2.48 miles)
Intermediate - born 1995 –1996 5 km (3.1 miles)
Young - born 1993 ‐1994 5 km (3.1 miles)

USATF Niagara Youth Planning Calendar

Event		2012
Niagara Association JO Track & Field Championships		June 23rd - 24th
Youth Athletics National Championships		June 26th - July 1st
Region 2 JO Track & Field Championships		July 5th - 8th Mid Atlantic Association
USATF National JO Track & Field Championships		July 24th - 29th East
Niagara Association JO Cross Country Championships	Sunday, Nov 13, 2011 Longbranch Park, Liverpool, NY	TBD
Region 2 JO Cross Country Championships	Nov 20th Mid Atlantic Association	TBD
USATF National JO Cross Country Championships	December 10th East	TBD

USATF Youth Programs

Win with Integrity

On the non-competitive side, USATF's "Win With Integrity" program showcases star athletes speaking with local schools about the importance of fitness, a healthy lifestyle, living with integrity--including a drug-free life--and setting goals. "Win With Integrity" has been enthusiastically embraced by USATF athletes and the students to whom they speak. Watch for "Win With Integrity" in your area!

USATF Coaches Background Screening
All coaches and volunteers working with youth athletes are required to have a background check. USA Track & Field will use TC LociQ for all background checks. This is the only format of background check accepted. Anyone with a completed background check for their job must still have one performed by TC LogiQ .

View a list of current coaches and volunteers in good standing at our Member Clubs page.
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USATF DRUG TESTING at Youth Nationals & Junior Olympics
The USATF Youth Committee voted to begin drug testing this year at the Youth National & Junior Olympic Meets. The committee is being proactive by taking this step and setting up a testing program . Last year was an introduction year with the athletes watching a video showing the drug testing process and procedures. This year the drug testing will begin. Testing will be done on the Intermediate and Young Men/Women age divisions and will NOT be restricted to medal winners. Athlete selection for testing will be random by competitor number.

Meet Results:

2011

July 8-10th - Califoria University, California, PA - USATF Junior Olympics Region 2 Outdoor T & F Championships Results:
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June 26th - Jamestown - At Strider Field under overcast sky, over two hundred youth athletes competed in this year's USATF Niagara Association Junior Olympic Outdoor Track & Field Championships. The top six (6) in each event and age group advanced to compete in the 2011 USATF Region 2 Junior Olympic Outdoor Track & Field Championships on July 7-10 at California University of Pennsylvania, California, PA.

Meet Results:

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2010
Qualifying athletes can advance to USATF Region 2 Junior Olympic XC Championships
on November 21stat Roadman Park, California University, PA.
MEET INFORMATION and ONLINE REGISTRATION

November 6th - USATF Niagara Association Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships in West Seneca's Volunteer Fireman's Park. Results: pdf

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USATF Junior Olympics Region 2 Outdoor T & F Championships Results:
Niagara Athletes Only Results: pdf

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Complete Meet Results: pdf

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3-Time U.S. Olympian and Gold Medalist Steve Mesler and Chautauqua Striders Bethany Stenander share a moment with Steve's Gold Medal at this past weekend's USATF Niagara Association Junior Olympic Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Maryvale High School, Cheektowaga, NY.

Complete Results from USATF Niagara Association Junior Olympics Outdoor T & F Championships at Maryvale High School, Cheektowaga, NY on June 26th:
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