Selection Process

Athletes will be selected based on a number of criteria, including the following:

1. Athletes must be between the ages of 15-17 (with a required year of birth: 1990, 1991, or 1992).
2. Athletes must compete in one of the following 2006 USATF meets to be placed in the Selection Pool:
   • 2006 Finish Line USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships
   • 2006 USA Youth Outdoor Track & Field Championships
   • 2006 USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships
3. Selection Pool Athletes must achieve an IAAF qualifying standard in his/her respective event(s) during the qualifying period.  NOTE: A qualifying standard by itself does not automatically place an athlete on the team.
4. Athletes must be 2007 members of USATF, citizens of the United States, and eligible to represent the U.S. in international competition. See USATF Rules and Regulations for more information and exceptions.

Please note that participation and order of finish are not the only criteria for selection. USATF reserves the right to modify athlete selections and team size based upon proof of fitness in 2007. Final team selections will be made by USATF at the discretion of the selection committee.

Application Form

Athletes must complete an Athlete Application Form (see below) in order to be added to the selection pool.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2007

• Online Athlete Application Form (online is the preferred application method)
• Printable Athlete Application Form (PDF)

Mailing Address for Paper Applications

Mail completed paper application forms to:

USA Track & Field
Attn: McKenze Murphy - Youth Programs Coordinator
One RCA Dome, Suite 140
Indianapolis, IN 46225