To honor the 40th anniversary of the Ojai Roadrunners Youth Track Club, join the celebration of “Olympians in Ojai! 40th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser” on Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5 in Ojai. Track coaches, athletes and parents, including all VCYTC clubs and High School athletes.  Participating in this event are Olympians & World Record Holders (current & former), including:

  • Carl Lewis (9 Olympic Gold, Former World Record Holder 100 m, 200 m, 400 m Relay, Long Jump)
  • Mary Decker Slaney (Former World Record Holder in Mile, 5000 m, 10,000 m)
  • Michael Powell (Current World Record Holder, Long Jump, 25 years)
  • Kevin Young (Current World Record Holder, Hurdles, 23 years)
  • Steve Lewis (3 Olympic Gold, 1 Silver, 400m and 1600 m Relay)
  • Tasha Danvers (Olympic Bronze, 400m Hurdles)
  • Danny Everett (Olympic Gold and Bronze, 400 m and 1600 m Relay, Former World Record Holder, 300m and 400m)

The Event Schedule includes:

Friday, March 4 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Invitation only VIP Cocktail Reception for Olympians, Sponsors and Special Guests.  Adults only.

Saturday, March 5 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Olympian & Elite Track & Field Academy just for kids!  Youth ages 9 – 16 will work directly with our Track & Field luminaries in a morning Clinic learning techniques to improve performance. They can then put what they learned to the test in our (optional) practice meet following the clinic. 

As you know, this is a very unique and special opportunity taking place right here in Ventura County!  We know some clubs have a practice meet planned for that Saturday. If your club does not, we hope you’ll consider coming out and participating in our event!

 
Please help us spread the word by forwarding this email to your club members or mentioning the event on your team’s website.  High school track programs in your community are also welcome to participate. The VIP reception on Friday is invite only. Tickets are available at OjaiRoadrunners.BPT.me. Those wishing to attend should email Info@OjaiRoadrunners.com for a passcode needed to purchase tickets.  See attached flyer or OjaiRoadrunners.com for more information.

 

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