JD Track & Field

General Description

Age: 9 - 13
Registration Opens: January
Season runs: April - June

Track and field at this age (9-13) is mainly a power and speed sport with a wide variety of events to choose from.  The Junior Development (JD) program will help athletes develop the fundamental movements and coordination required in running, jumping and throwing.  

​Coaches structure their lesson plans to promote progression technically in all events through repetition and reinforcement with the intention of producing multi-skilled, well-rounded athletes as they enter their high school careers.

Competition: There is a series of sanctioned of junior development track meets (ages 9-13) throughout May, June and July that allow athletes of all levels to compete. Athletes are encouraged to choose at least one run, jump and throw event to compete in at meets attended. Competing in meets is not mandatory but highly recommended as a way to develop comfort with performing in a competitive environment. Coaching will focus on performance improvement and athletes will receive instruction from both junior and senior coaches.

Age 9-10 Division

Program start date: TBD
Program dates: April - June
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 5:00-6:30
Location: McLeod Athletic Stadium
Program eligibility: 9-10 years of age as of Dec. 31, 2027
Fee: $185 + BC Athletics Fee

Includes: 3 Entries into the Pacific Invitational Track Meet and a Mustangs t-shirt

The 9-10 JD Division program will focus on continuing to develop the ABC’s of athleticism. Instruction and program structure & goals will be in alignment with Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Plan (LTAD). Goals include developing the ABC’s (agility, balance, coordination & speed), development of the sport-specific skills of track & field, fitness, and fostering the enjoyment of physical activity and sport. Track & field is a foundation sport, and as such the skills and abilities developed during this program will support the athlete being able to participate competently in a wide variety of sports. The elements of running, jumping & throwing are found in most sports.

Age 11-13 Division

Program start date: TBD
Program dates:  April - June
Days: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 5:00 – 6:30
Location: McLeod Athletic Stadium
Program eligibility: 11-13 years of age as of Dec. 31, 2027
Fee: $235 + BC Athletics Fee

Includes: 3 Entries into the Pacific Invitational Track Meet and a Mustangs t-shirt

The 11-13 JD Division program structure & goals will be in alignment with Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Plan (LTAD). Goals include: the development of athletic abilities of speed, power, strength, & endurance; the development of the sport-specific skills of track & field; fitness; and fostering the enjoyment of physical activity and sport. In this program an overarching goal is to “build the engine” which will allow the athlete to be a highly competent athlete in their high school years. An outcome of this program is improved skill development which will be valuable for all sports. Youngsters are encouraged to aspire to personal excellence through their participation in the program.

$300.00 Volunteer Commitment Bond

As a volunteer-run organization, the Langley Mustangs Track & Field Club depends on the support and participation of all families to ensure a successful season. By registering with the Langley Mustangs Track & Field Club a $300 Volunteer Commitment Bond will be added to your registration cart and collected at the time of registration. This will be returned to you in June once your hours are completed.

Competitions

Competitions are held on weekends. They vary from 1 to 2.5 day competitions. Athletes are encouraged to participate in as many meets as they wish. Parents can tailor their child’s schedule as they wish as they need not participate in all competitions, and need not participate in all events on all days.  Most competitions are local and held in the Lower Mainland. At times the provincial championships are held outside the Lower Mainland so travel is required.

The Langley Mustangs supports its JD athletes and will have coaching at designated meets listed below:

TBD

For a complete list of all meets in BC, visit the BC Athletics Website Calendar of Events:
http://www.bcathletics.org/CalendarResults/