Eligibility Requirements

  • Only U.S. citizens, aliens living in the United States, and foreign exchange students are eligible to compete in these Championships. See the USATF Rules for more information and exceptions.
  • The competition will be conducted in five age divisions as follows:
    Bantam born 1994 and later
    Midget born 1992-1993
    Youth born 1990-1991
    Intermediate born 1988-1989
    Young Men/Women born 1986-1987*
    *athletes born in 1985 are also eligible if they do not turn 19 on or before 8/1/04
  • A competitor must compete in his/her age division only. There will be no "moving up" in any events, including relays. Competitors in the Bantam and Midget divisions may compete in a maximum of three events, including relays. Competitors in the Youth, Intermediate, and Young divisions may compete in a maximum of four events, including relays. Combined events are not included in the event count.
  • All athletes must be 2004 members of USATF in good standing. USATF memberships may be purchased online, through your local Association Office, or by calling the USATF National Office at 317-261-0478 x345.
  • All clubs must be USATF member organizations.
  • All relay team members must be members of the same club, which must also be registered with the club's local USATF Association for 2004.