London Elementary Track Series (LETS RACE) (included free for Full Year/Half Year members)
$15 day/family
or $10 per child
10 weeks April/May/June each Saturday Morning at 9:30 at the AGRIPLEX at the Western Fair
* ATHLETES CAN JOIN ANY TIME (FEES WILL BE PRORATED)
London Legion is very proud to be part of 2 Ontario sports associations dedicated to the development of elementary Track & Field athletes. Both of these programs are included in London Legion memberships. Also included in all memberships is the London Elementary Track Series (LETS RACE) held for 10 weeks in the spring. These associations are as follows....
There are three seasons. Indoor is usually between January and March, Outdoor - April to July and Cross Country- September to November. Each season includes a number of events and ends with a championship meet. Athletes may attend any or all meets.
What are the types of events?
The events are broken down into four basic areas which provide lots of variety. They are Jumps, Sprint/Hurdles, Distances and Throws. Athletes of all sizes, shapes and skill levels can find something they like. Generally athletes can enter up to three events with up to two being track.
Where are the meets located?
Meets are held usually within a few hours drive of London . All events at each meet take place on the same day. The MTA website http://minortrack.netfirms.com lists all upcoming events under the heading ‘Fixtures’. Meet information and schedules are posted here as submitted by the hosting club closer to the actual date.
How do athletes sign up?
Our club MTA coordinator will record and submit all meet entries and ensure waivers are signed. The entry deadlines are typically one week prior to the meet. All athlete entries and the coach and/or coordinator for each meet will be posted on our site at the deadline. Please discuss entries with your coaches prior to signing up to assist in preparation for competing. (Athletes in grade 6,7 & 8 are also eligible to attend OTFA meets and will want to ensure they are not overtraining)
Is there a cost to attend?
LondonLegion covers all meet and entry fees with your membership. If you are unable to attend a meet after you have signed up and entries have been submitted, please reimburse the club for your entry fees.
Do coaches attend all meets?
Our coaches will attend meets if possible. Athletes are also encouraged to mentor younger or more inexperienced athletes in preparing for their events on meet days.
What happens on meet day?
A coach and/or MTA coordinator (or designate) will pick up the meet package and distribute athlete numbers on the event day. Athletes should arrive at least one hour prior to their first event as some events may be advanced up to 30 minutes depending on entries.
MINOR TRACK LEADERSHIP TEAM
London Legion is pleased to announce that Jennifer Wilson will be coordinating our meet entries and information for our elementary athletes competing in MTA events. She will assist in orienting new athletes and families to our club.
Jennifer is the mother of Liam Wilson, our Bantam Gold Ontario champion in the 800m and 400m. Jennifer has worked in the Mental Health field for 25 years as a psychiatric nurse specialist working with adolescents. She was instrumental in designing and implementing an innovative outreach program to bring services to youth in the community. Jennifer has been an active school council member for 8 years. She coordinated volunteers last summer for both our District A and Ontario Paralympic meets.
LONDON LEGION ELEMENTARY T&F VALUE PROPOSITION AND KEY DIFFERENTIATORS
· #1 Ranked Club in Ontario in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 (Indoor), #5 Outdoor 2006, #2 Outdoor 2007, 2008 · No hidden costs…ie fundraising, bingos, fees etc. · All coaches have professional status, ie teachers, nurses etc · 100% volunteer Coaches, Management team, and Board · Affordable Family Pricing Options within 10% of Provincial Benchmark for Club Pricing · Experienced Coaches with Athletic Competitive Experience · Sponsorship from 6 London & Area Legion Branches · Minor Track Program includes LETS RACE Series (could be over $100 value) · SAC Intellectual Property Designed by former Olympic Head Coach · SAC Testing Fully Electronic as of June 2006 · Full Database & Reporting of Athletic Performances · Subsidized travel and accommodations to designated meets based on club standards · Internet & Video Athlete Profiles (Track & SAC) · Internet Tools for Athletes · Best Effort Filming for Major Competitions (Club stores video library) · Industry Leading Track & Field Website http://www.londonlegiontrack.com/ www.londonlegiontrack.ca · Free Trial Periods
BY-LAW 14: CHAMPIONSHIP MEETS 1.- All Member Club must have their Athletes registered and the annual Administration fee paid as mentioned in By-Law 11:1 ONE WEEK PRIOR TO A PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT.
2009.10.24 -SATURDAY- MTA XC Championship Meet @ Burlington
INFORMATION PACKAGE **not yet received**
BY-LAW 14: CHAMPIONSHIP MEETS 1.- All Member Club must have their Athletes registered and the annual Administration fee paid as mentioned in By-Law 11:1 ONE WEEK PRIOR TO A PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT.