A- Yes. We welcome athletes ages 7-18.

We follow the USATF age group divisions for competition.
An active USATF membership is REQUIRED for ALL ATHLETES (New & Returning)

A- Age groups are by birth year.

For example, for the 2021 season, all athletes born in 2006 and 2007 will compete in the 13-14 age group. Age groups are determined by USA Track & Field (USATF) and remain constant throughout track and field season. *Cascade Striders has no decision making authority as it relates to athlete age groups*

A- Yes, we have a cap of 100 registered athletes*.

*This cap DOES NOT include high school athletes who join the team after completing their current HS track season in late spring.

A- No.

**Please note that due to insurance coverage and overall safety concerns, only REGISTERED athletes are allowed on the track during practices**

A- $325 for the season

There is an additional $20 discount for each additional registered sibling.

A- The club's USATF number AND CURRENT USATF membership ($20 for youth ages 18 and under). 

*The club’s USATF number is 36-0108* 

Click/tap underlined hyperlink to purchase: USATF ATHLETE Membership

A current USATF membership is REQUIRED for ALL ATHLETES (New & Returning)

A- Registration opens in early spring at www.cascadestriders.com.

*We do not reserve spots.
*The registration closing date will be when we reach our team cap of registered athletes; whichever comes first.
*We DO NOT maintain a waitlist.
*When registration closes, a message will be posted on the team website and social
media accounts.

A- Uniform cost TBD but should be under $100.

Uniforms include one standard compression top and compression shorts. Youth and adult sizes available. Boys and girls style available.

*A uniform package is REQUIRED for all athletes competing at any track meet during
the season.
*Uniforms will be available for purchase beginning the first week of practice.
*Uniforms costs ARE NOT included in registration fees.

Late March

A- Monday- Running practice

• Tuesday- Hurdle practice
• Wednesday- Running practice
• Thursday-Field Events practice
• Saturday- Running practice WHEN THERE IS NO TRACK MEET.

A- Most occur at Lake Washington High School in Kirkland, but the location will vary based on field availability

A- Practices typically last 90 minutes-2 hours and occur in the evenings after 5pm during the week. Saturday practices typically occur in the morning hours and also last approximately 2 hours

A- There will be no inter-club track meets for 2021 that Striders will be supporting

Attendance AND participation at track meets usually require a commitment of a full day, typically 8:30am-4:00pm depending on the events athletes are registered for. Plan your day accordingly.

A- Yes, if he/she meets ALL of the following criteria:

1. Enrolled in grades 9-12 during the current academic year
2. Must have competed in track and field season during the current academic year
3. Was academically eligible to compete on his/her high school team
4. Has a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher

*If your HS athlete DOES NOT participate in his/her HS track program, but wants to compete as a Strider during our regular CLUB season.

A- No. The athlete must register during the registration period.

Please note:
The practice and meet schedule for the current season are only available to REGISTERED FAMILIES via TEAM SNAP.

If your athlete will be participating in another sport during our track season, please immediately inform the coaches so that we are aware. We like to work with your family to make sure your athlete is protected from emotional burnout, fatigue, and potential injury. We also want to monitor expectations - the more time athletes spend with track, the more progress athletes will see.