Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Track & Field a cut sport?

  • Track & Field is both a CUT and NOT a cut sport.  Every event will keep 10 participants at a max, this is where cuts may happen.  If there are 10+ athletes attempting to participate in one field event coaches will be making cuts.  After the group is down to 10 (or less) each week there will be grade level, and gender, competitions to see which 3 athletes will represent Dawson at the meet that week.

• Can different athletes make the meet each week?

  • Yes it can happen!  Each week when we have our Dawson competitions it is possible for other athletes to represent Dawson at the meet.

• Do I have to run Track & Field?

  • No you do not.  Track & Field is optional.  We encourage as many people to run that want to but it is optional.  

• What time is practice?

  • Usually we will do all sprint times during the athletic period.  Then field event practice will take place at school from 4:00pm-5:00pm out on the Dawson track.

• When and where do Track & Field meets take place?

• • The Schedule and locations will be posted here, RankOne and SportsYou respectivelly. 

• Will my athlete have a chance to shower before going to class?

  • Absolutely!!  We give plenty of time for the kids to shower and get dressed before going to class.  We don't provide towels or shower supplies so please bring your own.  If there is enough time we will even go to the cafeteria to give them a chance to eat some breakfast, either something brought from home of purchased in the cafeteria.  

Equipment Questions

• Does Dawson have an Athletics Uniform?

• • Yes.  We ask that every athlete wears what we call "Black on Black" every single day in Athletics.  "Black on Black" consists of a black t-shirt and black shorts.  Not wearing "Black on Black" will result in a mark that day in Athletics. which will be considered when looking into your child's next year of athletics placement.  We ask that if you don't wear Dragon apparel that your "Black on Black" consists of Dragon colors (Green, White, Black, & Gray).  If you have a black shirt with a white Adidas logo on that will work.  If you have a black shirt with a red logo on it that will NOT work.

• Does 'Black on Black' apply to sweats?

  • Yes.  We ask that if sweatpants or a sweatshirt are needed (they will be) that they are black as well.

• What types of equipment are needed for Track & Field?

  • Everyday at Track & Field practice you will need your "Black on Black" and proper running shoes, sprinters may need track spikes.

• Does Dawson have Track & Field equipment for Athletes?

  • Yes.  We technically have all the things needed to participate in each field event (Pole Vaults, Shots, etc.) but we do not provide spikes to runners.

• Is there a uniform for Track & Field?

  • Yes.  We will pass out uniforms before we go to the meets.

• Am I allowed to wear tights?

  • Yes.  Any tights worn under the uniform MUST be WHITE.