Pacesetters II Track Club 2017 Season Kickoff March 19, 2017 Location: Oswego Library – Montgomery Location 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Agenda Welcome and Introductions About the club Our History Our Guiding Principles Practice Schedule and Location Meet Schedule Registration Process Fees & Payment Schedule Q&A

Introductions Coaching Staff Club Administration Chris Simon Kim Simon Head Coach and Founder consultsimon@yahoo.com; 614-580-9136 Kim Simon Club Administrator and Co-Founder nomiskim@outlook.com; 614-296-7616 Gary Lawson Long / Triple Jump, Sprints lawsongm@sbcglobal.net; 708-267-5351 Stacy Krisch Club Administrator smkrisch@sbcglobal.net; 630-346-1936 Farrell Burkes Mid-Distance (400m, 800m) MRFB1_1999@yahoo.com; 815-341-2352 Brian Jackson Treasurer brian.jackson@blakeallencpa.com; 312-498-2813 TBD Long Distance (1500m plus) Burt Anderson Throwing (Discus, Javelin, Shot-put) bamm020296@yahoo.com; 630-248-3506 Pole Vault

For more information: http://www.pacesetters2track.com About the Club Our Beginning Original Pacesetters Track Club was founded in 2005 in Ohio by Coaches Chris and Kim Simon.   Sanctioned by both the USA Track & Field and AAU National governing body and local Association for track and field. Our Mission Introduce youth of all ages, socio-economic backgrounds and diverse skills levels to the sport of track and field. Dedicate our time to mentoring youth through athletics, while striving to improve their overall health, character and discipline as they grow into adolescents and adults Our Goals and Objectives Continued drive towards perfection. Produce nationally competitive athletes by applying consistent methods of training practices Viewed as a respectful and organized club (including athletes and parents) Provide an environment for both the athletes and their parents in which they can rest assured they are receiving the appropriate level of training and club administration for their investment. For more information: http://www.pacesetters2track.com

Our Guiding Principles PASSION: commitment at practice and in competition PERSISTENCE: excellence in what we do on and off the track PROFESSIONALISM: respect within the team and with others

Club Practice Schedule Location Oswego High School Schedule: May 2 days per week (Tues/Thurs), 6-7:30 p.m. First practice: Tuesday, May 2(weather permitting) Schedule: June / July 4 days per week (Mon/Thurs), 6-8:00 p.m. General information During May, practice dates may change due to school events. You will be notified in advance. Notification of practice cancellation will be sent 30 minutes prior to the start of practice via text. Make sure you bring plenty of water to remain hydrated during practice. Athletes should eat at least 2 hours prior to practice start time.

2017 Season Calendar Date Event Location Hosted By 3/19 Season Kickoff Meeting Oswego Library PTCII 4/15 Deadline for Fee Payment (Uniforms) 5/2 Practice Begins - 2 days per week (T-TH) Oswego High School 5/22 Practice Begins – 4 days per week (M-TH) 5/26 Online Registration Closes 6/2 Deadline for Fee Payment (Club and Meet Fees) 6/3* Track Meet: Hand off and See Me Fly Chicago Heights, IL USATF 6/10 ** Track Meet: OPEN – TBD TBD 6/17 Track Meet: 15th Annual Jane Dickens Invitational Maywood, IL 6/22 Parent Meeting – Beginning of Practice Oswego, IL 6/23 – 6/25*** Track Meet: Illinois Assoc JO Championships (Top 6 Advance) Bourbonnais, IL 7/1** Track Meet: OPEN – Meet TBD 7/5 7/6 – 7/9 Track Meet: Region 7 JO Championships (Top 5 Advance) Dekalb, IL 7/15 Track Meet: Rush Athletics Club Invite Romeoville, IL 7/24-7/30 Track Meet: JO Track & Field Championships Lawrence, KS 8/20 End of Season Picnic * Will determine which meet the team will attend at a later date ** No meet scheduled for these dates currently. Will update once information is available. *** Required participation , advancement to Regional / National champtionships

Registration Process USATF Registration AAU Registration Club Uniform Order Group Messaging www.usatf.org Club #21-0691 $20, Site accepts Visa, MC and Discover If moving from another club, contact Illinois USATF coordinator www.aausports.org Club #WWFD5F $14 - $16, Site accepts Visa, MC and Discover NOTE: We will confirm if AAU registration is needed for this season based on availability of meets. Complete registration form online: pacesetters2track.com Registration process includes uploading birth certificate online. Registration deadline is May 31. Preference is to register as early as possible. This date is intended to address any new high school athletes. Designate sizes via the online Club Registration from Uniform includes: Tank, Shorts, and Long Sleeve dri-fit Tshirt. Orders will not be placed without payment 1st order will be submitted on March 28th Additional orders will be placed April 11th. Text and emails will be sent via the Pacesetters II Track Club website. As long as you have completed the registration process, the contact information on record will be used to communicate with the team. Division Birth Year 9-10 2007-2008 11-12 2005-2006 13-14 2003-2004 15-16 2001-2002 17-18* 1999-2000 *Athletes who are still 18 through the final day of the USATF National Jr. Olympic Championships (July 30) are eligible to compete in the 17-18 division through that meet.

Fees & Payment Schedule Club Fees Meet Fees Uniform Fees Amount $300 (1st ) $225 (2nd) $150 (3rd) $125 $100 Due Date (no later than) June 2, 2017 April 11, 2017 Payment Options Payment can be made online or via check. Checks should be made payable to Pacesetters II Track Club. General Information Fees cover practice site fees, equipment, food & beverages for athletes during meets, year-end picnic, and other incidental costs. Does not cover travel costs. Lump sum payment Additional funds, if needed, will be collected throughout the season Any remaining amount at the end of season can be reimbursed or rolled over to the following year. Uniform consists of Top/Bottom and long sleeve warm-up tee. You can purchase black warm up pants of your choice if desired

Youth Girls and Adult Women

Youth Boys and Adult Men