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Athlete Info

Table of Contents

  • Credentials
  • Olympic Games Team Processing
  • Credentialing/Packet Pick-up
  • Uniform policy

Credentials & Guest Passes

Registered Coach “RC”, Warm-up Pass “WP”, and Stadium Pass “K” credentials are designed to allow an athlete’s coach and/or personal support access to the warm-up area, athlete seating or practice track for the purpose of preparing for competition. An individual must be 18 years of age or older to receive a credential and a current member of USA Track & Field. Individuals receiving the “RC” registered coach’s credential must also be a member of USA Track & Field’s Coaches Registry.  Credentials are non-transferrable and each support person will only be allowed to receive one credential.

Credentials can be obtained at Packet Pick Up at Autzen Stadium on-site in Eugene, OR.

Athletes will have the following credential options for their support persons:

  1. One Complimentary Credential Option (pick one of the following):
    • RC - Registered Coach - coach of record (warm-up area, stadium, shuttle, and athlete hospitality access only)
    • WP - Warm-up Pass (no stadium access; warm-up area, shuttle, and athlete hospitality access only)
    • K - Stadium Pass (no warm-up area access; stadium and shuttle access only, seating in section K)
    • Each participating athlete may request one of the above options for his or her personal support by specifying the name of the individual designated to receive that credential on his or her on-line entry form. There is no fee for this credential.
  2. Second Credential Option for purchase (pick one of the following):
    • WP - Warm-up Pass (no stadium access; warm-up area, shuttle, and athlete hospitality access only)
    • K - Stadium Pass (no warm-up area access; stadium and shuttle access only, seating in section K)
    • Each participating athlete may request to purchase one of the above options for his or her personal support by specifying the name of the individual designated to receive that credential on his or her on-line entry form. There is a fee for the second credential option.
    • Price for 2nd credential option:
      • 4 Day Pass - $60 (June 22-25 or June 28 - July 1)
      • 8 Day Pass - $125 (June 22-25 and June 28 - July 1)

Credential category details below:

RC - Registered Coach Credential (best option for coach)

All coaches designated to receive a “RC” credential must be a current member of USATF and must be a current member of the USATF Coaches Registry, prior to receiving a “RC” credential. Individuals must have completed and been approved (be listed on the USATF Coaches Registry) prior to their arrival in Eugene, OR. Only the individuals specified by participating athletes for this purpose will be allowed to receive a “RC” credential. You will not have the option to sign up for the Coaches Registry on-site (Eugene) to obtain a coaches credential. Please view the following link for more details on the USATF Coaches Registry: http://www.usatf.org/Resources-for---/Coaches/Coaches-Registry-(1)/Registered-Coaches-Program.aspx

WP - Warm-up Pass Credential (best option for personal medical)

Personal support designated to receive a “WP” must be a current (2012) member of USATF. Please renew or sign-up for a membership at the following link: http://www.usatf.org/Products---Services/Individual-Memberships.aspx. Only the individuals specified by participating athletes for this purpose will be allowed to receive a “WP” credential. Personal medical receiving this pass must have a medical license on file with Sandy Snow. There is no stadium access with this credential.

Stadium Pass Credential (best option for family member or friend)

Personal support designated to receive a “K” must be a current (2012) member of USATF. Please renew or sign-up for a membership at the following link: http://www.usatf.org/Products---Services/Individual-Memberships.aspx.  Only the individuals specified by participating athletes for this purpose will be allowed to receive a “K” credential. There is no warm-up access with this credential.

USATF reserves the right to deny or revoke a “RC”, “WP”, or “K” credential to any personal support who USATF has reason to believe (a) has committed an anti- doping rule violation or materially contributed to the commission of an anti- doping rule violation; or (b) is under investigation by the United States Anti- Doping Agency (“USADA”) or other authorities with respect to a potential anti- doping rules violation; or (c) has engaged in conduct deemed by USATF to reflect a pattern of unethical behavior.

Other stipulations that apply to “WP” and “K” credentials:

  • Must not have a violent felony conviction.
  • Must not have a non-violent felony conviction within 3 years.
  • Any unauthorized person in possession of a credential and any unauthorized person found in a credential-restricted area (the athlete warm-up areas, or other restricted zones) will be immediately escorted from the facility, the credential will be revoked, and the unauthorized person may be subject to penalty.
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2012 Olympic Games Team Processing

Please read all information carefully. Athlete must bring their passport to Team Processing.

2012 Olympic Games team processing includes both completion of team sign-up and the USOC Ambassador’s Program. These events are part of being an Olympian and must be completed as outlined below in order to compete at the 2012 Olympic Games. Team sign-up will be somewhat longer than usual because athletes will be sized for USATF competition gear as well as the USOC casual gear and the Opening Ceremonies uniforms. Athletes will also be asked to select and order their Olympic ring and visit the tailor for alterations. Athletes should plan on at least 2 hours for team sign-up. The Ambassador’s Program (which is mandatory) will take approximately 3.5 hours. Athletes should take these time allowances into consideration when making housing and travel plans. The USOC and USATF will cover the cost of a hotel room (two per room) for any athlete making the team that has to remain an additional night because they cannot depart for home because of the Ambassador’s Program. Athletes who expect to make the Olympic Team should book their housing to cover the additional night.

Team Sign-up
The top four (4) finishers, who have achieved the Olympic qualifying standard (http://www.usatf.org/events/2012/OlympicGames/entry/qualifyingStandards.asp), in each event and the top eight (8) finishers in the 100m and 400m will be asked to complete Olympic Games team processing. Athletes who are to be nominated to the 2012 Olympic Team must declare their intent to represent the U.S. in London no later than the morning following the final of their individual event. Athletes whose finals are on July 1st must complete team processing on the day of their final individual event. Processing of athletes includes photographs, travel planning, uniform sizing and tailoring, Olympic ring ordering and team registration. One representative, selected by the athlete, may be present at the Olympic Team processing. Friends & family information will be available outside the entrance of team processing. Athlete must bring their passports with them to Team Processing.

Olympic Ambassadors Program
The Olympic Ambassadors Program is a mandatory USOC program for all athletes who make the 2012 Olympic Team. Its main goal is to expose 2012 U.S. Olympic Team members to expectations, roles, and responsibilities of representing the United States at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. All athletes, who will be traveling to London, are required to attend the USOC Ambassador Program during the date and time assigned to their event. When booking air travel and housing for the Olympic Trials, please make sure you take this into consideration. The USOC and USA Track & Field will provide some financial support to those who must stay over to take the Program. No athlete will be allowed to compete at the 2012 Olympic Games if they have not taken this course.

Team processing will be located in the Eugene Hilton Playwright’s Hall located on the lobby level of the hotel. The Ambassador’s Program will be held in the Bloch Room also located on the lobby level of the hotel. Athletes who qualify to complete team processing should arrive promptly at the dates and times below:

Time Gender Event Round Sign-up Date Sign-up Time Ambassador Program Ambassador Program Time
TimeThursday, June 21, 2012
Time1:00pm GenderWomen EventHammer Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 23, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time5:00 GenderMen EventHammer Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 23, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeFriday, June 22, 2012
Time6:45 GenderMen Event10,000m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 23, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time7:20 GenderWomen Event10,000m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 23, 2012 Sign-up Time10:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeSaturday, June 23, 2012
Time5:30 GenderMen EventDecathlon - 1,500m RoundDecathlon Sign-up DateSunday, June 24, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time5:45 GenderWomen Event100m Hurdles RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, June 24, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time5:52 GenderWomen Event100m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, June 24, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSunday, June 24, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeSunday, June 24, 2012
Time2:25pm GenderWomen EventPole Vault RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time8:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time3:00 GenderMen EventLong Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time8:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time3:05 GenderWomen EventDiscus Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time3:30 GenderMen EventShot Put RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time4:20 GenderMen Event400m RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time4:35 GenderWomen Event400m RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time10:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time4:48 GenderMen Event100m RoundFinal Sign-up DateMonday, June 25, 2012 Sign-up Time11:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeMonday, June 25, 2012
Time5:45 GenderWomen EventTriple Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateTuesday, June 26, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time5:50 GenderMen EventHigh Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateTuesday, June 26, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time6:00 GenderMen EventJavelin Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateTuesday, June 26, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time6:50 GenderWomen Event800m RoundFinal Sign-up DateTuesday, June 26, 2012 Sign-up Time10:30 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time7:47 GenderMen Event800m RoundFinal Sign-up DateTuesday, June 26, 2012 Sign-up Time11:00 AM Ambassador ProgramTuesday, June 26, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeTuesday, June 26, 2012
TimeRest Day
Time 
TimeWednesday, June 27, 2012
TimeRest Day
Time 
TimeThursday, June 28, 2012
Time5:05 GenderMen EventPole Vault RoundFinal Sign-up DateFriday, June 29, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time6:05 GenderMen EventDiscus Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateFriday, June 29, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time6:30 GenderMen Event3,000m Steeplechase RoundFinal Sign-up DateFriday, June 29, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time7:15 GenderWomen Event5,000m RoundFinal Sign-up DateFriday, June 29, 2012 Sign-up Time10:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time7:38 GenderMen Event5,000m RoundFinal Sign-up DateFriday, June 29, 2012 Sign-up Time11:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeFriday, June 29, 2012
Time3:30 GenderWomen EventShot Put RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 30, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time4:45 GenderWomen Event3,000m Steeplechase RoundFinal Sign-up DateSaturday, June 30, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramSaturday, June 30, 2012 Ambassador Program Time2:00 PM
Time 
TimeSaturday, June 30, 2012
Time7:30am GenderMen Event20km Race Walk RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time8:30 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:40 GenderMen EventTriple Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time9:00 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time5:00 GenderWomen EventHigh Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time9:30 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time6:20 GenderWomen EventHeptathlon - 800m RoundHeptathlon Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time10:00 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time6:40 GenderMen Event110m Hurdles RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time10:30 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time6:50 GenderWomen Event200m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time11:00 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time 
TimeSunday, July 01, 2012
Time7:30am GenderWomen Event20km Race Walk RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time11:00 AM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time2:45pm GenderWomen EventJavelin Throw RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time5:30 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time3:00 GenderWomen EventLong Jump RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time5:30 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:02 GenderWomen Event400m Hurdles RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time6:00 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:12 GenderMen Event400m Hurdles RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time6:00 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:23 GenderWomen Event1,500m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time6:30 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:37 GenderMen Event1,500m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time6:30 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM
Time4:50 GenderMen Event200m RoundFinal Sign-up DateSunday, July 01, 2012 Sign-up Time7:00 PM Ambassador ProgramMonday, July 02, 2012 Ambassador Program Time9:00 AM

Please plan to allow 1½ to 2 hours to complete team processing.

Credentialing/Packet Pick-up

Credential Center
Located in the Club at Autzen, Autzen Stadium.

Directions:

  • From Coburg Road, travel east on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
  • Turn onto Leo Harris Parkway.
  • Turn into the parking lot at Entry 5 – east of the stadium.
  • Park in Lot 5A.
  • Enter the stadium at the South Gate and proceed up the stairs to the concourse level. Elevator is available on the east side of the stairs.
  • Take the escalator up to the Club at Autzen.

Shuttle to Credential Center
Van service to the Credential Center for Athletes and Coaches runs from Hayward Field 9am – 6pm daily starting Wednesday, June 20th. The vans will be located outside Entry D on 18th Ave – next to the Athlete Shuttle stop.

Credential Center Hours

Date Times
DateWednesday, June 20 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateThursday, June 21 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateFriday, June 22 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateSaturday, June 23 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateSunday, June 24 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateMonday, June 25 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateTuesday, June 26 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateWednesday, June 27 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateThursday, June 28 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateFriday, June 29 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateSaturday, June 30 Times9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DateSunday, July 1 Times9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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Olympic Trials Athlete Policy

Uniform Guidelines

Athlete competition attire worn at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials is governed by United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and International Olympic Committee (IOC) regulations. Per USATF's agreement with the USOC, the athlete clothing policy (hereinafter “Guidelines”) for the Olympic Team Trials will allow both club names and a manufacturer's name/logo on an athlete's attire. The size of all logos must comply with the below Guidelines.

Athlete attire worn at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials – Track & Field (“the Event”), must be in accordance with the guidelines below.

The competition and warm-up attire of Athletes may only have advertising and/or identification as permitted under these Guidelines. Any advertising or other identification on such attire not specifically permitted under these Guidelines is strictly prohibited and will constitute a breach of these Guidelines. Any other advertising on or by or otherwise associated with an Athlete is prohibited, including but not limited to, body painting, tattoos, jewelry, hair dying, hair shaving, the use of any flags, banners, T-shirts, hats, and any other form of display of advertising.

Should an Athlete wear two pieces of clothing of the same nature during the Event, e.g., T-shirt under a vest and/or leggings under a pair of shorts, the under garment, if visible, must be clean and free of any markings.

These Guidelines apply to the whole duration of the Event, including, but not limited to, the competition itself, warm-up areas, all ceremonies (victory, opening, and closing), interviews, and press conferences staged by USATF or designated affiliates.

It is the responsibility of the Athlete to ensure his/her clothing complies with these Guidelines. Strict adherence to these Guidelines will be enforced at the Event. Templates showing the approved logo sizes can be found directly below. If an Athlete's attire does not meet these requirements, he/she will not be permitted to wear such attire in the Event. Athletes may be subject to additional discipline in accordance with USATF’s bylaws and operating regulations.

 

1.0 Vests/ Leotards

Athletes’ vests/ leotards should have the same color on the front and back.

Advertising or other identification displayed on vests and leotards must comply with the following requirements in respect to all Events.

1.1 Manufacturer's Logos

Vests: The name/logo of the manufacturer of the attire may be displayed once on the front of the vest. Such display shall be in a rectangular form with a maximum size of 30cm2 and with the lettering a maximum height of 4cm and the total logo a maximum height of 5cm.

Leotards (one piece, including upper body and lower body): The name/logo of the manufacturer of the attire may be displayed as follows:
 
  1. Once on the front of the leotard. Such display shall be in a rectangular form with a maximum size of 30cm2 and with the lettering a maximum height of 4cm and the total logo a maximum height of 5cm; or
  2. Twice on the front of the leotard; once above and once below the waist, but not immediately adjacent to each other. Such displays shall be identical, in rectangular form with a maximum size of 20cm2, and with the lettering a maximum height of 3cm and the total logo a maximum height of 4cm.

Examples of the permitted manufacturer logos on vests and leotards include, but are not limited to:

Examples of the permitted locations for manufacturer logos on vests and leotards include:

Figure X Figure Y Figure Z

A graphic or figurative logo of the manufacturer (not including name or any text) may also be used as a decorative "design mark" once or repeatedly as a strip not exceeding 10cm in width in one of the following positions, provided such use does not, in the opinion of USATF in its sole discretion, dominate or unduly detract from the appearance of the garment:

  • Across the bottom of the sleeves;
  • On the outer seam of the sleeves;
  • Down the outer seams of the garment.

Examples of permitted decorative design mark of the manufacturer, used as a strip, include, but are not limited to:

Examples of prohibited decorative design mark, including text, of the manufacturer, used as a strip, include, but are not limited to:

Examples of the permitted locations for design marks on vests and leotards include:

1.2 Athlete’s Name

The name of the Athlete may be displayed on the front and/or the back of the vest/leotard. The maximum height of such display shall be 4cm.

1.3 Country Name

The name of the country of the Athlete and/or its official three-letter code may be displayed once on the back and/or the front of the vest/leotard. The maximum height of such display shall be 10cm. Use of the country name on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

1.4 National Team or Member Federation Logo or Flag

The National Team or Member Federation logo, flag, or national symbol may be displayed once on the front, above the waist, of the vest/leotard. The maximum size of such display shall be 30cm2 in area, with a maximum height of 5cm. Use of the National Team or Member Federation logo, flag, or national symbol on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

1.5 USATF Name/Logo

The name/logo of USATF may not be displayed on an Athlete’s vest/leotard, unless the logo appears on an official USATF issued past or present National Team uniform or retail merchandise.

1.6 National Sponsor

Only when competing on a National Team, the name/logo of the Sponsor of the National Team may be displayed once on the National Team vest/leotard on a separate patch. The maximum size of such display shall be 30cm2 with a maximum height of 5cm.

2.0. Tops, T-shirts, Sweatshirts, Rain Jackets

The advertising or other identification displayed on tops, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and rain jackets must comply with the following requirements, in respect to all competitions.

2.1 Manufacturer’s Name/Logo

The name/logo of the manufacturer of the attire may be displayed once on the front of the garment (as seen in Figure A below). Such display shall be rectangular in shape, with a maximum size of 40cm2 and the lettering a maximum height of 4cm and the total logo a maximum height of 5cm. Examples of permitted manufacturer logos for tops, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and rain jackets are displayed in section 1.1 above.

A graphic or figurative logo of the manufacturer (not including name or any text) may also be used as a decorative “design mark” once or repeatedly as a strip not exceeding 10cm in width. Examples of acceptable design marks are shown in section 1.1 above. Design marks may be displayed in one of the following positions, provided such use does not, in the opinion of USATF in its sole discretion, dominate or unduly detract from the appearance of the garment (as seen in Figure B below):

  • Across the bottom of the sleeves;
  • On the outer seam of the sleeves;
  • Down the outer seams of the garment.

Examples of the permitted locations for manufacturer logos and design marks on tops, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and rain jackets include:

Figure A Figure B


2.2 Athlete’s Name

The name of the Athlete may be displayed on the front and/or the back of the garment. The maximum height of such display shall be 4cm.

2.3 Country Name

The name of the country of the Athlete and/or its official three-letter code may be displayed once on the back and/or the front of the garment. The maximum height of such display shall be 10cm. Use of the country name on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

2.4 National Team or Member Federation Logo or Flag

The National Team or Member Federation logo or flag may be displayed once on the garment. The maximum size of such display shall be 40cm2 in area, with a maximum height of 5cm. Use of the National Team or Member Federation logo, flag, or national symbol on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

2.5 USATF Name/Logo

The name/logo of USATF may not be displayed on an Athlete’s attire, unless the logo appears on an official USATF issued past or present National Team uniform or retail merchandise.

2.6 National Sponsor

Only when competing on a National Team, the name/logo of the Sponsor of the National Team may be displayed once on each garment on a separate patch. The maximum size of such display shall be 40cm2 with a maximum height of 5cm.

3.0. Lower-body Attire

Advertising or other identification being displayed on lower body attire (e.g., socks, shorts, tights, but excluding leotards) must comply with the following requirements:

3.1 Manufacturer's Name/Logo

The name/logo of the manufacturer of the attire may be displayed once (as seen in Figure C below). The maximum size of such display shall be 20cm2, with a maximum height of 4cm. Examples of permitted manufacturer logos for lower-body attire are displayed in section 1.1 above.

A graphic or figurative logo of the manufacturer (not including name or any text) may also be used as a decorative "design mark" once or repeatedly as a strip not exceeding 10 cm in width. Examples of acceptable design marks are shown in section 1.1 above. Design marks may be displayed in one of the following positions, provided such use does not, in the opinion of USATF in its sole discretion, dominate or unduly detract from the appearance of the garment (as seen in Figure D below):

  • Across the bottom of the legs;
  • Down the outer seams of the legs.

Examples of the permitted locations for manufacturer logos and design marks on lower body attire include:

Figure C Figure D
 

3.2. Country Name

The name of the country of the Athlete and/or its official three-letter code may be displayed once on the back and/or the front of the lower body attire. The maximum height of such display shall be 10cm. Use of the country name on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

3.3. National Team or Member Federation Logo or Flag

The National Team or Member Federation logo, flag, or national symbol may be displayed once on the front of the lower body attire. The maximum size of such display shall be 20cm2 in area, with a maximum height of 4cm. Use of the National Team or Member Federation logo, flag, or national symbol on an Athlete’s apparel may not be used in a font, form, or style similar to USATF’s past or present National Team uniform, unless it is official USATF issued or retail merchandise.

3.4. USATF Name/Logo

The name/logo of USATF may not be displayed on an Athlete’s lower-body attire, unless the logo appears on an official USATF issued past or present National Team uniform or retail merchandise.

3.5. Socks

The name/logo of the manufacturer of the socks may be displayed once on each sock. The maximum size of such display shall be 6cm2, with a maximum height of 3cm.

The name of the Athlete may be displayed once on each sock. The maximum height of such display shall be 2cm.

A graphic or figurative logo of the manufacturer (not including name or any text) may be used on socks as a decorative “design mark” once or repeatedly as a strip not exceeding 5cm in width across the top edge of each sock, provided such use does not, in the opinion of USATF in its sole discretion, dominate or unduly detract from the appearance of the socks. Examples of acceptable design marks are shown in section 1.1 above.

4.0 Shoes

The name/logo of the manufacturer of shoes used by an Athlete is not restricted in size.

5.0 Other Apparel

5.1. The name/logo of the manufacturer of other apparel used by an Athlete during the course of the Event, including, but not limited to: headgear, hats, headbands, gloves, glasses, sunglasses, and wristbands, may be displayed once on such apparel. The maximum size of such display shall be 6cm2.

5.2. Personal Bags

The name/logo of the manufacturer of a bag may be displayed twice on each bag used by the Athlete. The maximum size of each display shall be 25cm2.

6.0 USATF Registered Clubs

An Athlete who is a member of a duly registered club may, on their upper-body attire (as referenced in sections 1 and 2 above), have the club name OR the club logo displayed on the front of the garment. The club name may appear on the back of the garment with the lettering a maximum height of 4cm, and no restriction in width.

Only clubs registered with USATF are eligible to have their club name/logo on the competition or warm-up attire of an Athlete. Clubs must have a USATF Club Membership valid through 2012 and have been registered with USATF prior to July 1, 2011 in order to have the club name/logo displayed on Athlete attire. A list of clubs registered prior to July 1, 2011 can be found at: http://www.usatf.org/events/2012/OlympicTrials-TF/athleteInfo/registeredclubs.asp.

Clubs which have been continuously registered with USATF since January 1, 1980 are considered “longstanding clubs.” Such longstanding clubs have been listed directly below. Registered clubs of such longstanding status, which contain no relation to a company or product, shall be permitted to maintain their logo, regardless of size. The logo of longstanding clubs may not, however, increase in size from the original registered design. Club logos including a logo or lettering representing a company or product are subject to the dimensions as stated under this policy.

USATF Longstanding Clubs
Atlanta Track Club
Boston Athletic Association
Central Park Track Club
Club Northwest
Florida Track Club
Greater Boston Track Club
Impala Racing Team
Liberty Athletic Club
New York Athletic Club
Santa Monica Track Club
Southern California Striders
Shore Athletic Club of New Jersey
West Valley Track Club

7.0 Schools/Universities/Military Exemptions

IAAF size restrictions shall not apply to uniforms of colleges, universities, or military units or branches whose names do not include any sponsor identification.

8.0 Measurement

The size of the advertising or other identification displayed on the Athletes’ clothing shall be measured while the clothing is worn. Measurements shall be taken randomly at Athlete check-in, clerking, during warm-ups, or before competition, as USATF deems appropriate. If an Athlete wears attire during a race that differs from the approved apparel, the Athlete and/or clothing manufacturer may be sanctioned as outlined below.

9.0 Specific Approval

A clothing manufacturer may submit to USATF by December 1st preceding the competition year, representative samples of Athletes’ clothing for USATF’s specific approval for such apparel. USATF’s decision shall be communicated to the clothing manufacturer in writing. Any clothing approved by USATF and worn by an Athlete during USATF Events shall be deemed to be in compliance with these Guidelines.

If an Athlete's clothing is not in compliance with these Guidelines, the Athlete may be required by the Event Officials to cover the non-compliant logos and/or marks or wear plain attire as provided by USATF.

Failure to comply with these Guidelines may result in sanctions, as determined by USATF, to the clothing manufacturer and/or the Athlete. Penalties may include, but are not limited to, fines to athletes, clubs, and/or sponsors up to disqualification from races or USATF Events.

For any questions about these Guidelines, please contact Jim Estes (317-713-4661 or Jim.Estes@usatf.org).
 

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