GISA Region 1AA Track and Field Championship 2016

Alpharetta, GA

Meet Information

GISA 1AAA Region Championship
Mill Springs Academy
April 14th 2016

Order of Events

9:30 Track opens for warm-up and to set up team areas
10:00 Coaches meeting- please bring your scratch sheets to the tent on the field.
10:15 First call for boys high jump, 3200m run, and throwing events.

Events begin 10:30am
3200m Run- BOYS then girls
Boys high jump
Boys Shot Put and Girls Discus

Session II Field Events (as soon as athletes are able to report)
Boys and Girls Long Jump (two pits)
Boys and Girls pole vault

Session III Field Events (as soon as athletes are able to report)
Girls High Jump
Boys and Girls Triple Jump (two pits)
Boys Discus and Girls Shot Put
Conclusion of all field events (conflicting events)

Running Events- rolling schedule
400m Relay
100/110m Hurdles
Awards presentation- 3200m, field events, 400m hurdles, 100/110m hurdles
100m Dash
1600m Run
400m Dash
Awards presentation- 100m, 1600m, and 400m
300m Hurdles
800m Run
200m Dash
Awards presentation 300m hurdles, 800m and 200m
1600m Relay
Final awards presentations- 1600m relay and team standings before pole vault

2016 Track and Field Competition FAQs
Mill Springs Academy

What is the schedule?
o The track will open at 9:30am. Please do not arrive before this time.
o We will have a coaches/scratch meeting at 10:00. The first event will begin at 10:30.
o Events will be run according to the posted schedule of events (starts with 3200m and field events).
o After the first call for the first event, all times are approximate. We will do our best to run events in a timely manner but events may be called before or after the time stated on the schedule, so please make sure the kids are listening.
o We anticipate finishing around 3:00
Is there a fee?
o There is no fee for athletes in uniform or their coaches. GISA does require that we charge a fee for spectators. This includes, parents, team parents, siblings, students, friends, etc. These fees help support the program.
o Admission at the regional championship will be $6 for adults and $3 for students.
Where do I go?
o The track is located on the back side of campus. Follow the main paved road until it becomes gravel at the gate to the sports fields. Keep the baseball field on your left and stay on the gravel road as it bears LEFT through the trees past the baseball field. Park in the fields outside the red gate which is the entrance to the track area. Please do not park on the road.
o In the event of very rainy weather, the gravel road and parking area will not be available and all cars will need to park in the regular paved lots and walk down. Please do not drive around barriers!
What are the uniform rules?
o All participants must wear a school issued track and field uniform. Please see the GISA handbook for specific regulations concerning visible undergarments, leggings, etc.
o No jewelry, armband, decorative attire, etc. may be worn during races with the exception of items required for medical or religious purposes. If such an item is needed it must be identified in writing prior to the beginning of the meet.
o NO ATHLETE MAY WEAR SHOES WITH SPIKES LARGER THAN INCH. The surface of the track can be damaged by larger spikes. We will not allow students to compete with larger spikes.
Will you have concessions?
o Water will be provided near the finish line area for athletes and a concession stand will also be available for grilled items, snacks, juice, etc.
When will we know if a meet is cancelled due to weather or other issues?
o With the early morning start time we will do our best to let everyone know in a timely manner. If you are not sure then call the school 770-360-1336
o In the event that lightning is detected, the entire sports field area MUST be evacuated to the main buildings. If you arrive and the gate to the sports area is locked then you are either too early or there is a weather issue. Please do not go on to the field if the gate is locked. My classroom is in the PreUpper building which is on the left as you enter campus. If you are locked out of the field and not sure why then you can come find me in that building but please have the kids remain in the vehicles.

What else do I need to know?
o No tape or chalk can be used to mark any surfaces. Please use half tennis balls, tongue depressors, or other non-permanent and non-marking items.
o We do not have a covered area and bleacher seating is limited. You are welcome and encouraged to bring tents, chairs, etc.
o We have only portable restroom facilities on the field and the classroom buildings are not generally available. Please ask your students to change into their uniforms before they arrive- it is difficult to change in a porta-potty!
o GISA regulations are very strict about illegal assistance during competitions. Please let your parents know that they are welcome to video or photograph the athletes but the athletes should not view these images until after the event is concluded- it is considered coaching. Also please let all the parents and teammates know that they should not run along side a runner for any reason during a race. It is considered pacing. The only people running should be the competitors.
o Rosters need to be submitted by Thursday, April 16. Please limit athletes to 5 events (3 individual and 2 relay) and limit rosters to 2 athletes per event per school (2 relay teams).
o Send any questions to Kelli King kking@millsprings.org