Eligibility Requirements

• General: All eligible 2009 members of USATF and eligible members of other IAAF member federations may compete. However, only U.S. citizens will officially score in the USA championships. Note: Non-U.S. citizens may score in the West Region Championships
• Qualifying Standards: There are no qualifying standards for this competition.
• USATF Membership: All U.S. citizens must be 2009 members of USATF. USATF memberships may be purchased online, through your local Association, or by contacting USATF at 317-713-4665.
• Age Divisions: Athletes must be 35 years or older on March 15 to compete in the USA Championships. Proof of date of birth will be required from all competitors in advance.  will be conducted in 5-year age divisions. Teams compete in the youngest member's age division; team divisions are:  40+, 50+, 60+, 70+. Individuals can only compete in one age division team.
• Clubs/Athlete Representation: Clubs must be USATF member organizations in 2009 to score team points and have athletes represent the club. Athletes may only represent a club if that club is part of their USATF member profile.