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Back to 2026 USATF National Youth Outdoor Championships

A–Z QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

📍 Milton Frank Stadium | Huntsville, AL
📅 June 24–27,2026

A

Access & Admission

Adults: $10 | Youth: $10 | Under 3: Free

Spectators: A wristband is required for entry and will be issued upon ticket purchase/arrival.

Coaches & Athletes: No admission ticket is required. Wristbands must be picked up at Packet Pick-Up.

Address

2801 15th Ave SW
Huntsville, AL 35805

Athlete Reunification (10 & Under)

Mandatory reunification process after each event for all athletes age 10 & under.

Athlete & Coach Movement Rules

Athletes must remain in designated athlete areas and competition zones only. Spectators are not permitted in athlete-only areas, including warm-up zones, clerking areas, or the field of play.

Coaches are not permitted on the infield, in clerking areas, or on the field of play, except under the following conditions:

  • Coaches may accompany athletes onto the field of play prior to competition for Long Jump (8 & Under, 9–10) and High Jump (all ages) only.
  • Once competition begins, coaches must exit the field of play immediately.

Awards

  • Top 8 individuals and relay teams
  • Top 3 teams in each age division and gender will receive a championship plaque
  • Location: Below Tent City on the east side of the stadium

Awards presentations will begin only after the official protest period has concluded, which is a minimum of 30 minutes following the end of the event.

B

Bibs & Wristbands

  • Bibs: Required for competition
  • Wristbands: Required for venue access

Bib Replacements

Bib replacements ($10, card only) are available exclusively for athletes with remaining events.

Athletes who have completed all events are not eligible for bib replacement. To re-enter the venue, they must purchase either a wristband replacement at Packet Pick-Up or a spectator admission ticket.

C

Check-In & Clerking

Running Events: 30–45 minutes prior to event at the southwest end of the stadium near Packet Pick-Up.
Field Events: 30–45 minutes prior to event at the northwest end of the stadium near the jumps area.

Coach Access & Restrictions

Exception: Coaches may access the field of play only for Long Jump (8 & Under, 9–10) and High Jump (all ages) for the purpose of assisting athletes prior to the start of competition. Coaches must exit the field of play immediately once competition begins.

Coaching Credentials

USATF Coaches Registry required (SafeSport certification, background check, membership, and required education standards)

Concessions

Available onsite

Coolers & Tents

Must enter through designated SE Stadium entrance

D

Deadlines

  • June 14: Date of Birth verification deadline
  • June 19: Registration closes (11:59 PM ET)

Directions & Parking

Free parking available
Enter via 15th Avenue SW (north end)

Doors Open

Date Open Close
Tue, June 23 2:00 PM 6:00 PM
Wed, June 24 6:30 AM After Final Event
Thu, June 25 7:30 AM After Final Event
Fri, June 26 7:30 AM After Final Event
Sat, June 27 7:30 AM After Final Event

E

Eligibility

  • No moving up age divisions
  • Event entry limits apply
  • USATF membership required

Entrances

All entrances located on the south end of stadium:

  • Athletes/Coaches: Ticket Office Entrance
  • Spectators: Ticket Office Entrance
  • Coolers/Tents: SE Entrance

Event Program

Official event programs will be available for purchase at the USATF Event Merchandise area.
If you purchased a program advertisement or placement and are receiving a complimentary copy, it will be available for pickup at Packet Pick-Up.

F

First Aid

Southeast End of Stadium

H

Hotels

Book Hotels Here

I

Implement Inspection

All implements must be inspected and approved prior to competition at the designated inspection area. Athletes are responsible for presenting legal implements during the inspection window.

Location: Beneath Tent City on the east end of the stadium.

L

M

Media & Athlete Coverage

We aim to highlight and celebrate athletes’ achievements throughout the championship. Athletes may be invited to participate in social media content, post-race interviews, or feature stories. Participation is voluntary and may be declined at any time. 

Meet Timetable

Click Here

Merchandise

Official USATF Team Store and event merchandise will be available:

Date Open Close
Wed, June 24 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
Thu, June 25 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
Fri, June 26 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
Sat, June 27 8:00 AM Event End

O

Outside Food & Beverage

No outside food or beverages permitted for spectators

P

Packet Pick-Up

Required for all athletes and coaches
All credentials, wristbands, and athlete assistance issued here only

Date Open Close
Tue, June 23 2:00 PM 6:00 PM
Wed, June 24 6:00 AM 1:15 PM
Thu, June 25 7:00 AM 1:15 PM
Fri, June 26 7:00 AM 1:15 PM
Sat, June 27 7:00 AM 1:15 PM

Parking

Free parking is available on-site via 15th Avenue SW (north entrance).
ADA parking and accessible entry are located off SW Ivy and 1st Street SW.

Practice

June 23: 2:00–6:00 PM

Protests

  • Must be filed within 30 minutes of results posting
  • $100 fee (refunded if protest is upheld)
  • Located at Protest Tent by the Finish Line

R

Re-Entry

Allowed with valid wristband

Reunification

WHAT TO EXPECT: THE REUNIFICATION PROCESS 

A Guide for Parents, Guardians, and/or Coaches

To help ensure a safe, secure, and positive experience for all our young athletes, we have a reunification process in place for athletes aged 10 and under at all USATF National Championships.  

  1. Pick up identification wristband from packet pickup. 

Whoever initially picks up the packet (usually a coach or parent) will receive a reunification pickup wristband for the 10 & under athlete(s) associated with that packet. This wristband will match the athlete’s bib number(s) and is required to pick up your athlete from the reunification area. To get a wristband you will need to fill out a form in packet pick-up so that we can keep record of this information. 

  1. Need more wristbands or a replacement band?

No problem! If another parent, guardian, or coach also needs one, they can request additional pickup wristbands at packet pickup — just be sure to bring a valid photo ID & be listed as the child’s emergency contact on their USATF Connect Profile, or for a coach, that they are listed on the Clubs Connect Profile. If a wristband gets lost, simply visit packet pickup with a photo ID to get a replacement.

  1. Find your way to the reunification tent after the race.

Once your child finishes their race, they’ll be guided by volunteers to the reunification area. While they wait for pickup, they’ll have access to water, Gatorade, and a comfortable spot to rest. Only individuals wearing a matching pickup wristband will be allowed to check out the athlete, so please make sure to wear your corresponding wristband and come pick up your athlete promptly after their event. 

For any questions or more information, check us out at https://www.usatf.org/safe-sport or email usatfsafesport@usatf.org  

Ride Share

Drop-off via 15th Avenue SW

S

Safety, Reporting & SafeSport

USATF SafeSport policies are strictly enforced. Please refer to the USATF Safe Sport Handbook for full reporting procedures.

Allegations or concerns regarding misconduct may be reported at any time. No criminal or civil statute of limitations applies to SafeSport reporting.

Anonymous reporting available:

📱 Text: +1 833-987-2834

Seating

General admission seating located on the west side of the stadium 

Schedule Updates

The meet timetable (schedule) is subject to change at any time.

Spectator Viewing Areas

Spectator viewing for field events is located on the northwest end of the stadium.

Spectators are not permitted in warm-up areas, clerking areas, or on the field of play at any time.

T

Tent City

Designated team tent area located on the east side of the stadium

Tickets

Adults $10 | Youth $10 | Under 3 Free

Travel

Huntsville, Alabama

V

Venue Entry

Wristbands required for entry
Bibs required in competition areas

W

Warm-Up Areas

Merrimack Sports Complex Turf Fields 11 & 12

Athletes and coaches only

Weather

Lightning and extreme heat protocols will be enforced as needed.

In the event of a shelter-in-place situation, spectators should return to their vehicles until conditions are cleared.

For athletes in the reunification process, reunification will be relocated to a designated protected area and will resume once it is safe to continue.

Watch & Updates

Social updates: @usatf

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