Track and Field
05/03/13 Track Update and State Meet Information
As schools prepare for regional competition next week, we wanted to share some information.
Regional managers have been sent information with regards to the use of the milesplit website for meet verification and to be used for entry at the regional meets. This office has no issue with using this system to handle entries, so your region may be choosing to utilize this system. Please realize that there is a different method for entry using milesplit. Those directions will be emailed to you by your regional manager. You may also use the milesplit website as a supplemental tool for meet verification of your athletes.
May conflicts often occur during our spring sports championships. Please realize that host schools and their managers are asked to avoid graduations and testing issues, but not all conflicts are avoidable.
We have had several inquiries about track participants participating without a coach present. Just a reminder that Bylaw 20 […]
04/24/13 – NFHS Offers Free Pole Vault Course and Calendar Reminder for 2014
POLE VAULT COURSE
The NFHS released a free course for coaches, participants, and parents on Pole Vault.
Through the collaborative efforts of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), the NCAA and USA Track & Field, an online pole vault skills course has been developed for coaches and athletes and is available for free on the NFHS Coach Education Program Web site at www.nfhslearn.com.
The course, “Pole Vault: Successful Skill Development,” is designed to further advance the knowledge of coaches and pole vaulters at all levels of sport – youth, high school and college — by teaching the introductory skills and safety aspects of the pole vault.
“This course is designed for both the coach and vaulter,” said Becky Oakes, NFHS director of sports and editor of the NFHS Track and Field Rules Book. “It provides a solid foundation of the skills and techniques of the event. Through the collaborative efforts of the […]
04/23/13 – Regional Track Information for Teams
Below is the direct link to the Instruction Packet for teams participating in regional track. http://khsaa.org/track/regionalmeetinstructionsforteams.pdf. All of the forms you need are included in the packets as well as competition rules and Hytek entry instructions.
Please read over the information carefully. Your regional managers have been hard at work preparing for this competition. The listing of regional managers can be found along with other information at www.khsaa.org/track.
Please also be sure to contact Angela Passafiume at apassafiume@khsaa.org if your school has a wheelchair participant. At this time we are only aware of the participant at Wayne County.
Good luck as you continue your season.
04/18/13 Pole Vault Box Collar Padding Announcment
On April 4, 2013 the National Federation announced a rule change regarding the use of the new ASTM approved standard for padding on pole vaulting box collars. Due to the timing of this rule change, the implementation decision for 2013 post season has been deferred to the state associations until the full rules committee of the NFHS can meet to discuss 2013-2014 rule change. This change is not based on injury data but a desire to allow progressive protective equipment to be added at a point in time when manufacturing supply and availability make it feasible.
After reviewing the situation and looking at both the stock issues of the newer kits and the lack of equitable practice opportunities on the new equipment, the KHSAA will handle this situation as follows:
- For the 2013, the KHSAA will not be implementing the new collar for post season regional competition. It is believed to be imperative that […]
03/25/13 – Clarification on Cold Weather Participation
The office has received several calls from people asking about a “Cold Weather Index” to parallel the existing Heat Index rules and regulations. At the present time, such an index does not exist in terms of a policy to eliminate participation at certain temperature combinations. However, the NFHS Sports Medicine Committee, as part of its 4th edition Sports Medicine Handbook provided to the member schools, has set up best practices documentation and suggestions to dealing with extreme cold. The recommendations are posted on the KHSAA web site at /sportsmedicine/nfhs/coldweatherrecommendations.pdf Please feel free to use this valuable resource document. If you need additional copies of the Sports Medicine Handbook, contact Marilyn Mitchell (mmitchell@khsaa.org) at the KHSAA offices.01/11/13 Track and Field 2013 Season Updates
As we begin the 2013 track season, we want to share some information with you. The Board of Control approved the return to one turn stagger in the 800m and the 4x800m. This was recommended by the advisory committee.
Also recommended by the committee was that the online pole vaulting certification class for coaches be required for the entire season and not just for post season. This was also passed by the Board. If you were able to get to the KTCCCA Conference this past weekend, as I was, we were able to meet the creator of the certification, Jan Johnson, and receive an in-person clinic on pole vaulting. Jan was not only extremely knowledgeable but very entertaining. We are working on the current list to be posted on the website for verification.
A post season officials fee raise was approved. The fee has been raised to $100 per official for post season contest […]
12/06/12 Pole Vault Certification Required for Regular Season
The Board of Control approved that the Pole Vault Certification for schools who participate in track, and have student athletes who compete in pole vaulting, be certified before the track season begins.
In the past this certification was mandatory only for post season competition. The Board agreed that it is necessary for coaches to receive the proper certification before the season begins.
Pole Vault certification can be obtained through the Pole Vault Certification Board in an online clinic. This certification is good for 2 years and the cost is $35 per coach. At least one coach must be certified for student athletes to be eligible to practice or compete. Visit http://www.pvscb.com/ for more information.
12/5/12 Track State Championship Dates
The schedule for the state track meet for 2012-2013 school year is set as follows:
Friday, May 17 – 2A and Saturday, May 18 – 1A and 3A
Please be sure to add this to your school calendar. In years past we have found that schools appreciated the early announcement of these dates as spring is a busy time for all schools. The release of these dates should be instrumental to schools as they finalize their school calendars throughout the year and after the winter months.
This format is a slight change from the past two years with two classes competing on Saturday. Exact times for each class will be released at a later date. We can confirm that the Class 1A will be the early meet on Saturday and the Class 3A will be the afternoon meet.
The State Meet site will be announced when it is determined later in the fall.
10/19/12 Regional Instructions Posted and Officials Assigned
As we all prepare for the regional Cross Country meets I wanted to share a few links from the website with you as you prepare.
The regional instructions have been posted (http://khsaa.org/httpdocs/cross_country/crosscountryregionalinstructionsforparticipatingteams.pdf). This document includes information and forms that all competing teams and regional managers will need in preparation for the meet.
You should be soon receiving information from your regional manager soon (if you have not already) about your regions location, times and specific instructions. If you have not received any information please contact your regional manager. You can find the contact information by using this link (http://khsaa.org/httpdocs/cross_country/managers.pdf).
Regional Managers received the officials assignments by email this morning.
If you are looking ahead to the state meet, please (hotel information etc) see the state championship instructions located on the KHSAA website (http://khsaa.org/httpdocs/cross_country/crosscountrystatemeetinstructionsforparticipatingteams.pdf)
10/15/12 Regional Managers Information and State Hotel Information (Discounts)
Regional Sites, Managers Contact Information, Dates and Times:
Please check the link below to ensure that you have the contact information for your regional meet – http://khsaa.org/httpdocs/cross_country/managers.pdf
State Hotel Information for the State Championship –
We have two hotels offering discounted rates for the State Championship at the KY Horse Park this year:
The Hilton Garden Inn, located at 110 Grandstand Drive in Georgetown, offers an $89 rate for a double room. This rate also includes breakfast. Please contact Melanie Simpson at 502-863-0099. Ask for the Cross Country rate or use code AA1.
The Fairfield Inn and Suites, located at 2100 Hackney Place in Lexington, offers an $82 rate for a double and $92 for a double suite. Either link below will lead you to the […]
09/01/12 – Schools Reminded of Opportunity to Make Discount Hytek Software Purchase
KHSAA HyTek Group Purchase Opportunity
Through an agreement with Hy-Tek Limited, the KHSAA can offer its schools a chance to buy the Track and Field/ Cross Country meet and team management software at a discounted price.
HyTek is the software package used for the state cross country and track and field championships and is battle tested to handle the biggest and most complex of meets.
You should download and print both of the following links in order, print them out, and submit them to Hy-Tek in order to qualify for the discount.
For further information, go to the General Information Bar under either Cross Country or Track and Field
08/14/12 Online Rules Clinic Verification and Reminder
If the cross country coaches at your school have already taken the online cross country rules course you may stop reading now.Athletic Directors may check attendance by going to the school login page and viewing their “maintain school personnel” page to be sure. Coaches need to check with their athletic directors if there is any question about the completion of this requirement. DO NOT CALL OUR OFFICE OR EMAIL ME DIRECTLY TO CHECK (see your AD for verification). For those coaches who have not taken the rules clinic: The online rules clinic remains free online through midnight Eastern Time on Wednesday, August 22. You will need to login at http://schools.khsaa.org/authorize/login.php?url=/index.html to view the clinic. After August 22, the clinic will be available online but only with the payment of a fine. That fine is $100 through midnight, September […]
08/08/12 State Track Meet Dates Announced
The schedule for the state track meet for 2012-2013 school year is set as follows:
Friday, May 17 – 2A and Saturday, May 18 – 1A and 3A
Please be sure to add this to your school calendar. In years past we have found that schools appreciated the early announcement of these dates as spring is a busy time for all schools. The release of these dates should be instrumental to schools as they finalize their school calendars throughout the year and after the winter months.
This format is a slight change from the past two years with two classes competing on Saturday. Exact times for each class will be released at a later date. We can confirm that the Class 1A will be the early meet on Saturday and the Class 3A will be the afternoon meet.
The State Meet site will be announced when it is determined later in the fall.
Track and Field Rules Changes include Changes in Relay Zones, Illegal Uniforms
New requirements for passing the baton in the exchange zone, and the penalty for wearing an illegal uniform highlight changes in high school track and field rules for next season. Click here for the full story.
07/15/12 – Reminder about Case BL-25-14 (Open Gym/Field), Out of Season Restrictions
Case BL-25-14- What are the restrictions during the school year outside of the defined Limitation of Seasons (off-season) when the school’s team members are participants or school coaches are involved?
Coaching is defined as any activity by the coach at a time the athletes are participating in skills (either preparatory or specific to that sport) in a setting in which skills are taught, refined, or practiced. Coincident participation by a coach and an athlete in a sport such as a golf outing, where the coach and athlete(s) are not entered as a entry or group, or in an activity such as distance running with many runners but no direct coaching, would not specifically be considered coaching.
The “off-season” is the period during the school year for each sport or sport/activity that is outside the defined start and end dates for the sport or sport/activity as detailed in Bylaw 25. The restrictions begin on the first […]
General and Current Regular Season Information
2024-2025 Season Information General Track and Field Information Track and Field Hytek Information Track and Field KTCCCA Information Track and Field Pole Vault InformationUnified and Adapted Outdoor Track and Field Information
Unified Track and Field Information Adapted Track and Field InformationRegional Outdoor Meet Information and Instructions
2025 Outdoor Track and Field Regional Information 2025 Track and Field Regional Data General Regional Track and Field InformationTrack and Field/Cross Country Officiating Information
Track and Field/Cross Country Officiating InformationPast Track and Field Staff Blogs/News
Archive of Past Track and Field Staff BlogsState Outdoor Meet Records
Track and Field RecordsTrack and Field Forms
Track and Field FormsPast Realignment Information – Track and Cross Country
Track and Field Information 2022-2023 Realignment Information Track and Field Information 2013-2014 Realignment Information Track and Field Information 2007-2008 Realignment Information06/01/12 – State Meet Follow Up/Pole Vault Pole
Congratulations to all athletes, schools, and coaches on a great meet. We were especially thankful for the great weather and the fantastic fan support for all of the athletes. We appreciate those of you have shared your feedback about the event and will continue to work hard to continually improve.
*There was a pole vault pole left at the University of Louisville and we have it hear in our office. Please contact me to identify and claim the pole.
2012 KHSAA State Track & Field Championships May 17-19
2012 KHSAA State Track & Field Championships
May 17-19
Owsley Frazier Park
University of Louisville
Admission $10 per day
Live Data Coverage of 2012 Class 1A State Track Meet, University of Louisville Owsley Frazier Park
Live Data Coverage of 2012 Class 2A State Track Meet, University of Louisville Owsley Frazier Park
Live Data Coverage of 2012 Class 3A State Track Meet, University of Louisville Owsley Frazier Park
05/14/12 Awards, Results, Shuttles, and Volunteers
*NEW – Awards – The awards tent will in front of the Lenny Lyles statue near the playground on Floyd Street. Individuals and relay teams are encouraged to pick up their awards once they are finalized and announced. There will be a backdrop for photo opportunities that we encourage all to utilize. Team awards and special awards will still be made inside the stadium after the completion of all events.Results – Results for coaches will be posted on the wall beside the trainers tent in tent city (on the field hockey). Results for fans will be available online only and through the public address system. Coaches please do not crowd the press box for results.
Volunteers – We are in need of volunteers to help with both running and field events. If your school has students athletes that did not qualify for state and are willing to volunteer, please notify […]
05/01/12 State Track Meet Hotel and Sponsor
The state host hotel will be the Hilton Garden Inn on Crittenden Drive. This hotel is conveniently located close to the University of Louisville Track and Field venue. The rate for schools is $99 a night and the hotel will hold this rate until room block is sold. Use the code –khs when booking to ensure the proper rate is applied.
To contact the hotel, use the following information:
Hilton Garden Inn Airport –
2735 Crittenden Drive Louisville, KY 40209 Phone:502-637-2424 Fax: 502-637-2429 Reserve online: www.louisvilleairport.hgi.com (Use Code KHS when booking) We are also excited that Swags will be our corporate sponsor for our state meet. Many of you know Swag and what a great love he has for kids and for the track community throughout the state. Post season information for both regions and state can be found at – http://www.khsaa.org/track/04/2/12 Welcome
Hello all – We have had some really great weather for the track and field season. We hope that this good fortune continues as we approach the warmer days. Please remember that as of April 15 it is a requirement to begin your heat index recordings. I recently sent out a rules clarification for Tournament Rule (Track and Field – p. 114 of the KHSAA handbook) – XI – C – 8: BODY MARKINGS / TATTOOS – A permanent tattoo that is not objectionable in the judgement of an of?cial, would be allowed. A permanent tattoo that is objectionable in its content or form shall be covered. Anything non permanent including tattoos, face paint, etc. would not be legal if visible on any part of the body as it would be excessive body decoration.We have had several questions about hair color and the legality of nontraditional colors (i.e. blue, green, pink). After further review of the […]
05/13/12 State Meet Important Information
The DRAFT of the performance list and roster by school for 1A, 2A and 3A are posted on the website – http://www.khsaa.org/track/2012/index.html. Changes may occur as coaches and official’s double check both the performance list and the roster by school for accuracy. An email will be sent once all changes are made and performance list are finalized. Please check for your student athletes. Let us know immediately of any necessary changes (i.e. misspelling of names, incorrect grade or incorrect school) by contacting us at trresults@khsaa.org. The deadline for these changes is 10:00am Monday, May 14. Date and Times: The event schedule can be found at http://www.khsaa.org/track/2012/statetrackmeetschedule.pdf. Tickets: Advanced tickets can be purchased at http://2012khsaastatetrackandfield.eventbrite.com/. Click on the link below to avoid long lines at the gate and save time with the convenience of ordering now with your credit card.Prices are $20 for three day session pass and $10 per day […]
Qualifying for the State Meet and Timing Notes
How Do Athletes Qualify For The State Meet?
- In each region, the first and second place finishers in each event, automatically quality for the state meet. (a total of 14 automatic qualifiers, plus unbreakable ties, primarily in field events)
- The next 10 best performances in each event, per class, from the state-at-large shall qualify for the state meet (a total of 10 additional qualifiers, plus unbreakable ties, primarily in field events).
- It is very possible to have a situation where the performances in a regional meet among the two automatic advancers are less than the performance of someone who did not finish first or second, and who is not in the 10 best marks in a specific event. The two automatics from each region are protected by finish position, regardless of time or mark.
Conversion of Times for State Meet
- All regional meets are run on tracks using FAT (Fully Automated Timing).
- Any region time listed with an “H” beside it […]
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