"For as in one body we have many parts, and all the parts do not have the same function, so we, though many, are one body, are one in Christ and individually parts of one another. Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us exercise them . . ."
— Romans 12:4–6
— Romans 12:4–6
All St. Gertrude Church parishioners and St. Gertrude School students in K–8th grade for the 2023-2024 academic year are invited to join the St. Gertrude Bulldogs track and field team! Athletes who are not St. Gertrude parishioners or students but are parishioners or students at St. Andrew or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton or a student at a school that doesn't offer track and field are invited to participate, per the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) neighboring parish rule.
Here's everything you need to know about the track and field program this year and how to register.
Here's everything you need to know about the track and field program this year and how to register.
Team
The Bulldogs track and field team consists of students in K–8th grade. Athletes will compete in the following grade level divisions:
- K–2nd grade
- 3rd–4th grade
- 5th–6th grade
- 7th–8th grade
Practices
Grades 5-8
Practices will begin the week of March 4 on Mondays and Wednesdays. On March 4 and 6, practice will be from 6 to 7 p.m. On March 11 and beyond, practice will be from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kindergarten-4th Grade
Practices will begin the week of March 11 and take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
All practices will be at Moeller High School (9001 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242).
Practices will begin the week of March 4 on Mondays and Wednesdays. On March 4 and 6, practice will be from 6 to 7 p.m. On March 11 and beyond, practice will be from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kindergarten-4th Grade
Practices will begin the week of March 11 and take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
All practices will be at Moeller High School (9001 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242).
Meets and Events
The season runs from the weekend of April 5 and 6 through the weekend of May 10 and 11. View the full meet schedule. Please note, we will not participate in the CYO meets scheduled on March 22 and 23.
7th-8th Grade
5th-6th Grade
Kindergarten-4th Grade
7th-8th Grade
- Meets are scored and held on Friday evenings or Saturdays.
- Events: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1600m, 4x100m Relay, 4x200m Relay, 4x400m Relay, Long Jump, High Jump, Shot Put, Discus
5th-6th Grade
- Meets are instructional in nature and held on Saturday afternoon.
- Events: 75m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 4x100 relay, 4x200m relay, 4x400m relay, Long Jump, High Jump, Shot Put, Discus
Kindergarten-4th Grade
- Meets are instructional in nature and held on Saturday mornings.
- Events (K–2nd Grade): 50m, 75m, 100m, 200, 4x100m relay, Long Jump, Softball Throw
- Events (3rd–4th Grade): 50m, 75m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 4x100m relay, 4x200m relay, Long Jump, High Jump, Shot/Softball Throw
Registration
Registration is open until February 24, 2024!
Cost: $75/athlete
Cost: $75/athlete
Get Involved
We are also in need of assistant coaches and parent helpers for K–4th grade. If you would like to help with our program, contact Cameron Simoneau at [email protected] (no track experience needed). If you know high school age children who are looking to earn service hours, this is a fun way to get hours while helping out the track program!
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my child need for track and field?
Athletes will need running shoes, shorts, and a water bottle. A Bulldogs Track team T-shirt will be issued as the uniform jersey for meets.
Do I need to pay the $30 Booster's fee?
Yes, if you are a St. Gertrude Church parishioner with an athlete playing in his or her first sport of the 2023-2024 year. If any of your children have participated in any sport for this year, you are considered paid.
Am I exempt from the $30 Booster's fee?
If you are not a St. Gertrude Church parishioner, you are exempt from the $30 fee. Be aware that you are liable to your organization for fees, terms, and conditions.
Athletes will need running shoes, shorts, and a water bottle. A Bulldogs Track team T-shirt will be issued as the uniform jersey for meets.
Do I need to pay the $30 Booster's fee?
Yes, if you are a St. Gertrude Church parishioner with an athlete playing in his or her first sport of the 2023-2024 year. If any of your children have participated in any sport for this year, you are considered paid.
Am I exempt from the $30 Booster's fee?
If you are not a St. Gertrude Church parishioner, you are exempt from the $30 fee. Be aware that you are liable to your organization for fees, terms, and conditions.
Contact Us
Jake Dummermuth
Athletic Director |
If you have any questions, need more information about the track and field program, or would like to get involved, please reach out to Cameron Simoneau, track and field coordinator, at [email protected].
If you have any questions about St. Gertrude Parish's athletic program, please contact Jake Dummermuth, our athletic director, at [email protected]. |
