GTC South Carolina Open & Masters Track Classic/USATFSC Open & Masters Track & Field Championships

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

GTC South Carolina Open and Masters Track Classic - Eastside High School, 1300 Brushy Creek Rd., Taylors, SC. Rubberized asphalt track.

🏃‍♀️ Track and Safety Information

• Surface Advisory: Vertical and Horizontal jump runways, approaches and aprons are rubberized asphalt.
• Refund Policy: If surfaces are deemed unsafe and you choose not to participate, you will receive a refund for that event only.
• Javelin Runway: The javelin approach and runway are grass and well maintained, caution is advised if wet.
• Footwear Recommendations: Appropriate footwear is urged for potential slippery or muddy conditions.

🎽 Age Groups

• Open Division: For athletes aged 18 - 29 years.
• Masters Division: Competitors in 5-year age groups.
• Underage Participation: Athletes under 18 may compete under special approval from meet directors.
• Application Process: Involves a request from the athlete and parental consent following director approval.

📋 Details and Registration

• Order of Events: Order of Events (subject to change)
• Mail-in Registration: Costs $.50 more per event.
• Membership Discount: Greenville Track Club members receive a 20% discount.
• Join GTC: To join, visit Join Greenville Track Club (runsignup.com).

🏅 Awards and Medals

• Commemorative T-shirts: Free for the first 100 entrants in at least two events: $10 on meet day.
• Medals: Awarded to the top 3 in each event in all age groups.
• USATF Medals: Separate medals for USATF members belonging to the SC association.
• Sanctioned Meet: The event is USATF sanctioned and recognized as a South Carolina USATF Association Championship.

⚠️ Important Considerations

• Weather: Unpredictable summer weather may cause cancellations or delays: registrants will be transferred to a make-up date.
• Travel Advice: Avoid purchasing non-refundable tickets: consider trip insurance.
• Hotel Reservations: It is best to choose refundable options.
• Health Recommendations: No specific restrictions, but maintain CDC recommended distancing and consider face masks.

🔗 Race Information

For more details, visit the race page: GTC South Carolina Open & Masters Track Classic.