SYA Track & Field is open to boys and girls ages 4-18. The program focuses on developing running, jumping, and throwing skills through regular practices and weekend competitions. All skill levels are welcome, with no tryouts required.
Fall: Cross country starts in August.
Spring: Track & Field starts in March.
Summer: Track & Field starts in June.
Fall: Cross country ends in November.
Spring: Track & Field ends in June.
Summer: Track & Field ends in August.
Fall: Cross country starts in August.
Spring: Track & Field starts in March.
Summer: Track & Field starts in June.
Practices are held 2-3 times per week, typically on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
Competitions are held locally against area clubs and at larger regional meets like USATF or AAU events in the Northern Virginia area.
No tryouts are required; all skill levels are welcome.
Will all participants make the team?
Yes, everyone who registers can participate.
What are the registration dates for all SYA sports?
| Season | Registration opens with $15 discount | Regular Registration Fee | Registration Late Fee $25 | Registration Wait List | Season Registration Closes |
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| FALL | May | June | July | August 1-14 | August 15 |
| WINTER | September | October | November | December 1-14 | December 15 |
| SPRING | December | January | February | March 1-14 | March 15 |
| SUMMER | March | April | May | June 1-14 | June 15 |
Approximately two weeks before the start of the season.
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Families will receive a $15 multi-child discount.
| League | Early Bird | Regular Registration | Late Fee (One month after registration opens) |
| Track (Pre K & K) | $115 | $130 | $155 |
| Track | $155 | $170 | $195 |
The system accepts Visa or MasterCard & online checks (your registration is not FINAL until your check payment is received). You may pay your registration fees, and make donations during online registration. You may register multiple players online as well and receive a multiple player discount.
SYA offers scholarships to all SYA participants of all recreational sports who qualify under the Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services program. To learn more about SYA scholarships, click here.
Athletes need a solid pair of running shoes, with sprint spikes recommended but not required for competitions.
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SYA recommends shoe purchases at Dick’s Sporting Goods or Amazon.
Athletes in the SYA Track & Field program receive a singlet and shorts as part of their registration.
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| Position | Name | |
| Commissioner | Alonzo Davis | [email protected] |
For other questions: [email protected]
SYA encourages parents and high school players to volunteer as referees or team staff.
Community and business sponsors help support field maintenance, equipment upgrades, and overall league operations
Please check on field status if it has rained in the last 48 hours.
Decisions on field status are generally made by 3:30pm each day Monday-Friday and by 7am on Saturday and Sunday.
Field/Gym Status info can be obtained by:
Consider signing up for Fairfax Alerts!
This Fairfax County free public service will alert coaches and parents to school closings due to weather or other emergency situations via e-mail or cell phone.
There is an out-of-county fee, if applicable, of $50.
Approximately two weeks before the start of the season.
Fairfax County issues permits to SYA to use facilities in the Centreville/Clifton area. Typically a team will practice at the same facility each week with varying locations for weekend games.
Notification of schedules/locations/times will be sent out 1-2 weeks prior to the start of the season (as determined by when we receive permits).
Mobile app, email, etc.
SYA offers scholarships to all SYA participants of all recreational sports who qualify under the Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services program. To learn more about SYA scholarships, click here.
