Arkansas H.A.W.K.S. Summer Track Program
Thank you for your interest in the H.A.W.K.S. summer track program! We appreciate your enthusiasm and understand that you may have several questions. Hopefully, most of them will be addressed in the information provided below. We're excited about the potential for a productive future together.
What exactly is summer track? Summer track offers an exciting opportunity for ANY student/athlete aged 18 and under to compete against peers from both within and outside their home state. Competition levels vary but are generally known to be highly competitive. The summer season typically spans from May to August, culminating in the prestigious Junior Olympic Games. Achieving entry to the Junior Olympic Games marks the pinnacle achievement for any student athlete. The primary avenue to secure qualification includes:
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2024 H.A.W.K.S. TRACK SCHEDULE
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4/6 - YAM-Jule Lucas Invitation @ TBA 4/13 - OPEN 4/20 - Girard Warriors Yout Track and Field Meet @ Girard, KS 4/27 - OPEN MAY 5/4 - Neosho Youth Open @ Neosho, MO 5/4 - Fellowship of Champions Meet @ Mabelville, Ar 5/11 - Port City Speed @ TBA 5/18 - Cunningham Racing Meet @ Jacksonville, AR 5/18 - Green Country Invitational @ Tulsa, OK 5/25 - CCTC Meet @ Little Rock, AR 5/25 - Lousiana State Games @ Monroe, LA JUNE 6/1 - Team Elite Meet @ Eldorado, AR 6/1 - Jet Speed Invitational @ Pond Creek OK 6/7-8 - AAU DISTRICT QUALIFIER MEET @ Liberty-Eylau High in Texarkana, TX (MANDATORY) 6/15 - Run Fast, Jump Far, Throw Long @ TBA 6/19-6/22 - AAU REGIONAL QUALIFIER MEET @ Centerton, AR (MANDATORY) JULY/AUGUST 7/11-14 - USATF REGION 9 CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Little Rock, AR (OPTIONAL TUNE UP MEET BEFORE JOs) 7/28-8/3 - AAU JUNIOR OLYMPICS @ Greensboro, NC |
INCREASE YOUR SPEED AND SPARK THROUGH PRACTICE!
FAQ's
Please note: H.A.W.K.S. Youth Sports is a 501c3 Nonprofit organization. For a sponsor letter, please contact us at [email protected].
Q. Is there travel involved?
A. Yes. Most of the meets are out of state. Parents are responsible for travel and overnight arrangements.
Q. How does practice work?
A. All practices will occur from 6-7:30pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Q. What are the costs?
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Q. What are the age divisions?
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*Per USATF Rule 300.1 © “Athletes must be at least seven (7) years of age on December 31 of the current year to compete at the Youth Athletics or Junior Olympic National Championships.”
**Athletes who are still 18 through the final day of the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships are eligible to compete in the 17-18 age division through that meet. This extended eligibility does not apply to cross country events.
Each athlete will compete in the age group of how old they will be on December 31st of 2024. Ex. If an athlete is 9 but will be 10 before December 31, then they will be competing against 10 year old's all season.
Q. Is there travel involved?
A. Yes. Most of the meets are out of state. Parents are responsible for travel and overnight arrangements.
Q. How does practice work?
A. All practices will occur from 6-7:30pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Q. What are the costs?
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- USATF membership costs $20/annually upon registration
- AAU membership costs $16/annually upon registration
- Team uniforms are $115 and need to be ordered ASAP
- Entry fees (ranging between $5 to 45 per meet) must be paid for athletes to participate in the track meets - a total of $200 for the entire summer for entry fees
- Backpacks and jogging suits with names are optional
- Total costs: $331
Q. What are the age divisions?
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- Ages 8 and under 2016 and after*
- Ages 9-10: 2014-2015
- Ages 11-12: 2012-2013
- Ages 13-14: 2010-2011
- Ages 15-16: 2008-2009
- Ages 17-18: 2006-2007**
*Per USATF Rule 300.1 © “Athletes must be at least seven (7) years of age on December 31 of the current year to compete at the Youth Athletics or Junior Olympic National Championships.”
**Athletes who are still 18 through the final day of the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships are eligible to compete in the 17-18 age division through that meet. This extended eligibility does not apply to cross country events.
Each athlete will compete in the age group of how old they will be on December 31st of 2024. Ex. If an athlete is 9 but will be 10 before December 31, then they will be competing against 10 year old's all season.