2020 SCTC Youth Track and Field 

PLEASE NOTE: The Santa Cruz City School District has informed us that they are cancelling civic permits through April 13.  This means that the earliest we can start back is Wednesday April 15.  See the Youth Club's Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.
OPENING DAY  is Monday MARCH 9 5:00PM-6:30PM . PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ONE HALF HOUR LATER THAN THE TIME WE MET LAST YEAR. 

We will be meeting at the SOQUEL HIGH SCHOOL TRACK (401 Old San Jose Rd, Soquel, CA 95073) every Monday and Wednesday 5:00pm-6:30pm through MAY 6. 

Cost for this season is still $75 and that includes two practices a week and a new shirt with an updated SCTC logo. It is totally fine to only come one day a week, but the cost is the same.

REGISTRATION​ can now be done two ways:   
Register online or download our registration form and behavior contract below, fill it out, and bring it with you on the first day to avoid the first part of the line.
(You can use the 2019 form online currently. It won't change in 2020.) If you can't fill it out ahead of time, that's no problem. We'll have lots of forms at the track. 

Shirts will be available at the practices on a first come, first serve basis. We have sizes from youth extra small through adult large for the kiddos. See below for more info about our track practices.
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​ALL COMERS TUESDAYS return on Tuesday MAY 12 6:00PM-7:30PM. We will have 5 all-comers meets with the last one happening on Tuesday JUNE 9.

QUESTIONS: Contact Coach Laura Chiorello
lchiorello@yahoo.com
(831)359-7715
​Our Philosophy
  • We welcome ALL children between the ages of 6 and 14 who would like to participate. All we require is a good attitude and willingness to participate and follow the rules so we all stay safe and have fun.
  • Running, jumping, and throwing is good for everyone, from novice athletes to those who desire to compete. Along with our track and field activities, we offer an advanced running program for experienced athletes with Coach Javier Naranjo.
  • Our track and field activities are rigorous but also inclusive. We can adapt to a variety of needs.
  • Please contact Coach Laura if you would like to inquire about accommodations for your child. lchiorello@yahoo.com (831) 359-7715
Registration
  • Registration for the 2020 track and field season will be held at the Soquel High School track on the first day of practice, scheduled for March 9.  We'll pass out shirts and have a short workout after registration. The cost is $75 and we accept cash or checks made payable to SCTC.  The cost includes shirts and twice a week 90 minute workouts through MAY 6.
  • If you can't make the first day of practice, you can register the first day you can make it.
  • All kids are welcome to try a day for free to see if they like it before signing up.
Track Practices
  • Practices will be held at the Soquel High School track March 9-May 6 on Mondays and Wednesdays 5:00-6:30
  • Kids ages 6 through 14 are welcome to attend.
  • Youth athletes should wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes.
  • Please bring your own water (labelled with your name if possible).
  • We will do warm ups and strength exercises for 30 mins on the field
  • We then break into four small groups and rotate through running, jumping, javelin throwing, and obstacle course stations for 60 mins. We are looking into adding the triple jump and discus throwing this year!
  • We have the most amazing volunteer coach volunteers who are all accomplished athletes but most importantly, are GREAT with children and are wonderful teachers
​Track Meets
  • The regular season practices are followed by FIVE all-comer track meets, held on Tuesdays from 6:00 to approximately 7:30 PM. The meets will also be at Soquel High School track, and they are open to kids ages 5 to 13.  You do not need to have been in the program to participate! The 2019 track meets begin Tuesday May 12 and last through Tuesday June 9. The all comers meets are a blast for youth athletes of all ages and abilities. Every athlete earns a ribbon for each event they complete. Here's the typical schedule:
    • 4x100 Relay
    • 1600m (1 mile)
    • 60m with hurdles
    • 100m with hurdles
    • 800m
    • 60m with no hurdles
    • 100m with no hurdles
    • 400m
    • ongoing javelin and long jump
Youth Coach Laura
Laura Chiorello arrived in Santa Cruz County in 1992 as a UCSC student and has never left! After earning her MA in Education, she began teaching in the Soquel Union Elementary School District. Over 13 years, she taught students in grades 4-8 everything from science and health to humanities, but some of the most fun she had was running with her students.  A SCTC member since 2005, Laura has been a triathlete and a runner for 15 years, completing 3 marathons, two Olympic distance triathlons, and countless half marathons, sprint triathlons, 10 milers, 10K's, 5 milers, and 5K's. Her proudest moments have been placing in her age group in local races.  She lives in Soquel with her husband, Jeff, also a SCTC member, their eight year old daughter, Vivienne, who never stops running, their hyper border collie, Zeke, and their highly energetic Siamese cat, Soobie. They also just adopted a super active corgi, Nutmeg, aka "The Nut." Laura can be contacted at lchiorello@yahoo.com or (831) 359-7715
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Follow the "Santa Cruz Track Club's Youth Track and Field Program" page on Facebook for the most up-to-date information including last-minute announcements about rain cancellations.
SCTC Youth Track and Field