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Eligibility Requirements

Only U.S. citizens, aliens living in the United States, and foreign exchange students are eligible to compete in these Championships. See the USATF Rules for more information and exceptions.

The competition will be conducted in five age divisions as follows:

Bantam	born 1995 and later
Midget	born 1993-1994
Youth	born 1991-1992
Intermediate	born 1989-1990
Young Men/Women	born 1987-1988*

*athletes born in 1986 are also eligible if they do not turn 19 on or before 8/1/2005

A competitor must compete in his/her age division only. There will be no "moving up" in any events, including relays. Competitors in the Bantam and Midget divisions may compete in a maximum of three events, including relays. Competitors in the Youth, Intermediate, and Young divisions may compete in a maximum of four events, including relays. Combined events are not included in the event count.
All athletes must be 2005 members of USATF in good standing. USATF memberships may be purchased online, through your local Association Office, or by calling the USATF National Office at 317-261-0478 x309.
All clubs must be USATF member organizations.
All relay team members must be members of the same club, which must also be registered with the club's local USATF Association for 2005.

Starting heights for the High Jump will be 10 cm below the qualifying standard; starting heights for the Pole Vault will be 30 cm below the standard.

All races contested in lanes (100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, and all hurdle events) will qualify the eight fastest overall times in the first round to a one-heat final.

Athletes must report to the designated check-in area 45 minutes prior to the scheduled event time. Check the website and at packet pickup for any schedule modifications.

Each athlete will be assigned a competitor bib number, which must be pinned to the athlete's chest and "worn as issued" (i.e., no folding, etc.) The bib number must be worn at all times while the athlete is inside the gate of the stadium. Lost bib numbers can be replaced for a $10 fee.

Contestants in the pole vault competition will be weighed. All poles will be inspected for the manufacturer's pole rating and the maximum top-hand hold position as determined by the manufacturer. The competitor's weight shall be at or below the manufacturer's pole rating. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Poles will be impounded at the time of inspection and delivered to the competition site at the time of warm-up for the event.

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the premier air facility in East Tennessee, serving the commercial airline industry, air cargo, military aviation and general aviation. McGhee Tyson Airport has several major airlines serving many non-stop destinations throughout the eastern U.S. With more than 120 arrivals and departures each day and more than 4,000 seats available, McGhee Tyson Airport is one of the most convenient and accessible regional airports in the nation.

Tom Black Track Address
Located adjacent to the Thornton Academic Center:
1801 Volunteer Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37996

When making your reservations, ask for the special rate for the Youth Championships and USA Track & Field.

Hilton Knoxville
501 West Church Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-523-2300
$79.00/night

Holiday Inn Central
1315 Kirby Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37909
865-584-3911
$90.00/night

Holiday Inn Downtown
525 Henley St.
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-522-2800
$74.00/night

Holiday Inn Cedar Bluff
304 Cedar Bluff Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37923
865-693-1011
$91.00/night

Radisson Hotel
401 Summit Hill Dr.
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-522-2600
$72.00/night

The facilities at the University of Tennessee are among the best in the nation, and Tom Black Track underwent major renovation in 1992 to further improve its practicality and appearance.

Three primary changes were made to the facility: the moving of the start/finish line to the south side of the track to best utilize favorable wind conditions, the addition of 2,500 temporary bleachers, and the redesigning and resurfacing of several field event areas.

Tom Black Track is named after the Knoxville business leader whose generous contribution provided the support necessary for its early development. The track is an eight-lane Olympic-style oval, complete with Finish Lynx Timing System, a scoreboard display and message center made by Daktronics, Inc.

Tom Black Track has been the site of several prestigious track and field championships in the past decade, such as the 1993 Southeastern Conference Championships, the 1994 USA Track & Field Youth National Championships, the 1994 USA Track & Field Championships and the 1995 NCAA Championships. And, on an annual basis, the facility serves as the site of the Sea Ray Relays and the Gatorade Classic as well as a variety of other dual and invitational events.

NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE COMPETITION AREA. Electronic devices include, but are not limited to: cell phones, iPods, CD players, radios, palm pilots, blackberry's, etc.

The meet will be conducted in accordance with USATF rules, including those applicable and specific to Youth Athletics.

A competitor must compete in his/her age division only. There will be no "moving up" in any events, including relays. Competitors in the Bantam and Midget divisions may compete in a maximum of three events, including relays. Athletes in the Youth, Intermediate, and Young Men/Women division may compete in a maximum of four events, including relays. Combined events are not included in the event count.

Relay participants must wear a top of the same color(s) and shorts of the same color(s).

In sprint relays, the outgoing runners may place white tape on the track, as per meet management. If the athlete does not have the tape, it will be supplied by meet management.

Track shoes with spikes are not to exceed ¼" in length. No sock running will be allowed on the track.

Protests must be filed within 30 minutes following the announcement of results. A cash fee of $100 will be required, along with an official Protest Form, to be obtained from the protest referee. Fees will be refunded only if the appeal is upheld.

Team scoring will be based on the following point structure with the top 8 places scored: 10, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 to indicate points from first through eighth place. Each male and female division will be scored separately. All teams will be scored automatically. Team-scoring declarations and fees are not required.

Combined Events: The team points earned by a club/team member in the combined events competition will be included in that team's overall score. IAAF scoring tables will be used to score all combined events competition (Triathlon, Pentathlon, Heptathlon, and Decathlon).

Club/Team Relays: All relay team members must be members of the same club, which must also be registered with club's resident USATF Association for 2004. Only those athletes listed on the team entry "roster" will be allowed to compete on a relay team

National Championship medals will be awarded to first through eighth place in individual events. Awards will be presented to the first, second, and third place teams in each division. There will not be an overall team award.

Individual awards will be presented following the posting of final results 90 minutes after the event is completed. Team awards will be presented following the posting of meet results on Sunday, July 3, 2005.