Youth Team - Track & Field
Registration For The 2026 Season Will Open In Early December!
About Atlanta Track Club Track & Field Youth Team
The Atlanta Track Club Track & Field Youth Team is open to kids born 2017 or earlier with our youngest athletes competing in the 9-10 age group. From newcomers to the sport and returners, athletes of all ability and experience levels are welcome to join. Team members primarily train and compete in either sprinting or distance running, and are encouraged to explore a variety of events, including the throws, hurdles, and jumps. By challenging themselves in these different areas, our athletes develop self-reliance, perseverance, and a strong work ethic—all while striving toward common goals alongside their teammates.
High school athletes in grades 9-12 who are home-schooled or lack access to a local high school program are also welcome to join the youth team for the full season. High school athletes who compete for their local high school are eligible to join the team only for the postseason, after their high school seasons have ended. High school athletes will compete outside of high school associations in club and open competitions.
Ages
- 4th-8th (Open to athletes born in 2017 or earlier)
- 9th-12th Grade (Homeschool or Postseason Only)
Date & Time
- Full Season: February 16-June 28, 2026
- Postseason: April 13-June 28, 2026
Registration Periods
- Full Season: December 1, 2025-April 1, 2026
- Postseason: December 1, 2025-May 30, 2026
Practice Locations
- Norcross High School: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Cheney Stadium: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Full Season & Postseason
Athletes have the option to join the team for either the full season or just the postseason. While two months of training during the regular season (early February to mid-April) can lead to solid performances, true, lasting progress takes time. Athletes who train consistently throughout the entire season tend to see more noticeable improvements and greater results.
We encourage athletes to train for the full season to maximize their progress, but we understand that other commitments may make this difficult. Regardless of how long you are able to train with the team, we highly encourage you to stay for as much of the season as possible. The more time spent training with the team, the greater the potential for growth and development.
The full season includes regular season meets and postseason competitions. The regular season features exhibition meets throughout the Atlanta area, while postseason opportunities include USATF club meets, championship events near and outside of Atlanta, such as the USATF Youth Championships and adidas Outdoor Nationals. The Georgia Middle School State Championships are a part of the regular and postseason schedules. There are postseason meets that require a current USATF youth membership. The USATF Youth Membership fee is $35 per calendar year and is separate from the team's registration fee. To purchase a USATF Youth membership click here.
Full Season: February 16 - June 28
Postseason: April 14 - June 28
Competitions
The team's regular season competition schedule will be listed below by mid-January and its post-season schedule by mid-April. The team will compete in 5-7 meets during the regular season and an additional 6-8 meets during the postseason.
Athletes will also have the opportunity to compete in USTAF Youth National Championships and the adidas Track Nationals. Dates TBA.
Practice Information
Atlanta Track Club Track & Field Youth Team members can practice at one or both of the locations below during the 2025 season.
| Location | Days | Time | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norcross High School |
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
5300 Spalding DR Norcross, GA 30092 |
| Cheney Stadium | Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 5:30 p.m.- 7p.m. *Will start at 6pm when daylight savings starts in March |
741 Connally St SE Atlanta, GA 30315 |
Registration Fees:
| Programs | Member Price* | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Full Season | $326.25 | $375 |
| Postseason | $156.60 | $180 |
*The child must be a member at the time of registration, not just the parent
Registration Includes:
- Team Uniform
- T-shirt
- Meet entries
- Families are responsible for covering meet fees for national championship events
- We never want money to prevent kids from participating, so we offer need-based financial assistance. For more information about financial assistance, contact youthteam@atlantatrackclub.org.
Virtual Preseason Team Meeting
Learn more about the Youth Team from the program's coaches and administrators before the postseason begins. The meeting will take place on February 8, 2026, at 5 p.m. Be sure to register in advance via this Zoom Link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the meeting.
Tentative 2026 Track & Field Season Schedule
March 13
Wolverine Invitational
March 14 or 15 Time: TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League
March 21 or 22: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League: Location TBD
March 28 or 29: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League: Location TBD
April 4: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League: Location TBD
April 18 or 19: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League: Location TBD
April 24-25
Georgia Middle School State Championships- Parkview High School
May 2: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League Finale: Location TBA
Tentative 2026 Track & Field Postseason Schedule
*Meet schedule is subject to change as more details become available.
April 24-25
Georgia Middle School State Championships-Parkview High School
May 2: Time TBA
Cobb County Youth Track League Finale: Location TBD
May: TBA
Etowah Youth Invitational
May: TBA
Cambridge Youth Invitational
May: TBA
Walton Youth Invitational
TBA
USATF Georgia Association Developmental Meet
June: TBA
USATF Georgia Association Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships
June--TBA
adidas Outdoor National Championships-TBA
June 24-June 28
2025 USATF National Youth Outdoor Championships-New York, NY