Two (2) competition-approved implements of every size and weight will be provided. However, athletes may also bring their own implements, and have them certified at the Implement Inspection area. The Implement Inspection area will be located at the north end, and just outside the stadium, near Packet Pickup and adjacent to discus throw. Indoor plastic shell shots and weights are not permitted. All shots and weights must be metal outdoor implements. Athletes wishing to use their own implements must submit those implements for inspection at least two hours before the scheduled start of their throwing event. Approved implements will be impounded until the start of the competition and delivered to the competition venue.
Wednesday, July 8, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Thursday, July 9, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday, July 10, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday, July 11, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Sunday, July 12, 7:00 AM–Noon
All implements should be checked in at least two hours prior to the start of your event. *Note: Implements for all early morning throws (8:00–10:00 AM) should be checked in the evening before the event.
Personal implements may be shipped to:
USATF Masters Outdoor National Championships NC A&T State University Attention: Billy Eugene Edringston Bryan Fitness and Wellness Center 818 Lindsay Street Greensboro, NC 27411
(Phone number, if required by shipping company, 336-334-7141 (Answering machine will pick-up when facility is not in use.) *Note: Please do not call to verify that your shipment has arrived, use the shipping company’s on-line tracking information. It is your responsibility to arrange for shipping your implements home.
The USATF Masters Games Subcommittee will have 30 vaulting poles available for rent during the Championships in Greensboro. The cost of rental is $35 per athlete ($50 for onsite rental). Those paying the rental fees have access to all 30 poles, though they may have to share a particular pole with other athletes. If a pole breaks or is seriously damaged, the renter is responsible for replacing the pole. For more information and to reserve and pay in advance, please fill out the Lease/Rental Agreement.
Shipment of the vaulting poles to/from Greensboro is the responsibility of the athlete. Poles may be shipped to:
USATF Masters Outdoor National Championships NC A&T State University Attention: Billy Eugene Edringston Bryan Fitness and Wellness Center 818 Lindsay Street Greensboro, NC 27411 (Phone number, if required by shipping company, 336-398-8673 (Answering machine will pick-up when facility is not in use.) *Note: Please do not call to verify that your shipment has arrived, use the shipping company’s on-line tracking information. It is your responsibility to arrange for shipping your poles home.
Only ¼ inch “Pyramid Spikes” and “Christmas Tree Spike Pins” will be allowed on the competition surface at Irwin Belk Track. Prohibited spikes include “Needle Spike Pins.” All shoes will be checked. Spikes will be for sale at the concession stand.
Only meet supplied starting blocks will be allowed. No personal starting blocks will be permitted.