Athlete Advancement Due to Extraordinary Circumstances

Rule 306.1(e)

The Youth Athletics Executive Committee may advance an athlete into the National Junior Olympic Meet due to extraordinary circumstances.

If your Association is not hosting an Association Championships or there is no Regional Championships, and you believe an athlete should be considered for advancement directly into the National Junior Olympic Championships due to extraordinary circumstances, you must submit a written request via email to your Association Youth Chair, following the process outlined below.

How to Submit a Request

Step 1: Find Your Association Youth Chair

Find your Association Youth Chair's email address using the Association Directory (www.usatf.org/associations) or by using the following email format:

youth@[insert association name].usatf.org                                  
Example: youth@indiana.usatf.org

Step 2: Submit Your Request via Email

Email your request directly to your Association Youth Chair. Your request must be submitted in writing via email and should include:

• Athlete's name
• Athlete's USATF membership number
• Association
• A description of the extraordinary circumstances
• Any relevant information or supporting documentation

Submission Deadline

Requests must be submitted by the end of the day on the date of the Association or Regional Meet the athlete is seeking to waive in order to advance directly to the National Junior Olympic Meet.

Step 3: Await Further Direction

Your Association Youth Chair will review your request and provide direction on the next steps. If appropriate, the request will be forwarded through the required approval process.

Important: All requests must begin with your Association Youth Chair. Do not submit requests directly to the Regional Coordinator, Zonal Representative, Youth Athletics Executive Committee, or National Office.