There will be separate check-in areas for Running and Field events. Athletes must check in at these designated areas 45 minutes prior to the event's scheduled starting time. All athletes will be required to remain in the designated warm-up areas after check-in.
Two warm up areas will be available for athlete use. The first location is just outside the eastside of the stadium and will serve as the final warm-up/check-in location. The other location is 1 blocks east of the stadium and should be used to complete the majority of your warm-up routine. Please look for signage to these two locations. Parents/Coaches will not be allowed to access the final warm-up/check-in location.
The maximum spike lengths allowed for running and field events are listed below:
Meet management will provide batons for the relays and implements for the throwing events (shot, hammer, discus, javelin). Participants must use the implements provided for competition. Personal implements in the throwing events will not be allowed.
Refer to USATF Rule 302.5(n). All competitors must provide their own vaulting poles. Competitors will be weighed and all poles will be inspected for manufacturers' pole ratings and the maximum top hand hold position as determined by the manufacturer. The competitors' weights must be at or below the manufacturers' pole ratings. NO EXCEPTIONS. Poles will be impounded at the time of inspection and delivered to the competition site at time of warm-up for the event. Meet management will not be responsible for any pole that is shipped to or impounded at the meet without a hard protective case.
Weigh-in and pole inspection will take place in the tan cement block building at the south end of the track during the times shown below:
Athletes may ship vaulting poles directly to Wichita State University. Shipments should be scheduled to arrive between July 12-20, 2011. Send shipments to:
Wichita State Athletics Attn: Roy Jacobson 1845 Fairmount, Campus Box 18 Wichita, KS 67260
The starting heights for the high jump and the pole vault are listed in the chart below. Incremental increases shall be 5 cm in the High Jump and 15 cm in the Pole Vault.
Protests relating to matters that developed during the conduct of the competition must be made to the Protest Referee at once and not later than 30 minutes after a result has been announced. This time period will be strictly enforced. There will be a $100 cash submission fee required to file a protest. This fee will be refunded only if the protest is upheld. Only violations of the 2011 USATF Rules of Competition may be protested. Judgment calls made by meet officials cannot be protested. Protests that do not meet the above criteria will not be accepted. Please note USATF Rule 119.4 when considering the use of video/photo footage for protests. Go to Top
National Championship Medals will be awarded for first through eighth place in each event. Presentations will be made 90 minutes after the event is completed in the awards area.
Cessna Stadium at Wichita State University boasts a seating capacity of 30,000 and was home to Shocker football until 1986, and is still the venue of the Kansas State High School Track and Field Championship, the Shockers' annual K.T. Woodman Track Classic, as well as several Missouri Valley Conference Track and Field Championship meets.
Tent and Umbrella Policy:
Allowed inside the stadium:
Not allowed inside the stadium:
Parking:
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A medical team of volunteers, including medical technicians, paramedics, athletic trainers, physical therapists, nurses, physicians, and students will be on-site to handle medical concerns and injuries.
The primary athlete medical station will be located at the common finish line and in the warm-up areas.
Medical stations for spectators will be located throughout the stadium. EMS will be located track side. Anyone experiencing a medical emergency should locate the nearest “event staff” personnel or police officer for assistance.
Athletes, coaches, and officials are invited to participate in the 2011 USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships Opening Ceremony on Wednesday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Cessna Stadium. We encourage all athletes and clubs to represent their region and team by wearing their team attire and carrying the team banner. All teams and their regional coordinators will assemble on the Southwest side of the track no later than 6:00 pm. From this location, the athletes will parade around the track and then be guided to their seats for the ceremony. Go to Top
Coaches and unattached athletes will be able to pick up their competition numbers and related materials at located in the Charles Koch Arena on west side of the stadium.
Packet Pick-up Schedule
NOTE: If your event is early in the morning, we strongly recommend that you pick up your competition number at least one day in advance of your competition. The meet management will not be held accountable for individuals missing an event due to late packet pick-up or any other reason. There will be a $5.00 charge for replacement of all lost bib numbers. Go to Top
The competition facilities will be available for evening practice for up to one (1) hour after the last contested event on the track. Coaches and parents are responsible for ensuring that all trash is cleaned up.
Start times for evening practice are contingent upon the last scheduled event of daily competition. If the daily schedule runs longer than scheduled, coaches and parents understand that they CANNOT use the facility while official competition is being held. Meet Management reserves the right to revoke practice facility privileges as they see fit.
Additional practice facilities are located at East High School, located approximately 3 miles from Wichita State University.
East High School 2301 East Douglas Avenue Wichita, KS 67211
A mandatory coaches meeting will be held on Friday, July 29, 2011 at 11:15 am CT for all coaches who intend to have a relay compete during the Championships. The Location is TBD. Final details will be provided during packet pickup.
During late July, Wichita can reach high temperatures. Meet management and the local organizing committee (LOC) are committed to providing an enjoyable event and are taking the necessary precautions to keep athletes and spectators protected from the elements. Shade tents will be provided for athletes at designated competition, warm up, and check-in areas, along with plenty of water and replenishment beverages. Misting systems will be available on both sides of the stadium and two (2) air-conditioned tents will be available for spectators’ use. Spectators may also setup personal tents in designated areas of the stadium.
An experienced medical team and the local fire department will be onsite to gauge temperature and competition conditions. In the event of extreme temperatures, the following avenues will be used to communicate any changes to the meet schedule:
It is important for athletes, parents and coaches to do their part to prevent heat related illnesses.