All adult events (Open and Masters), Disabled, and Special Athlete events will be run on Saturday, June 28. All youth events (Bantam, Midget, Youth, Intermediate, and Young) will be run on Sunday, June 29. Both meets will be held at Klas Stadium at Hamline University in Saint Paul.
All running events will be run as timed finals. Long jump, triple jump, shot put, discus, and javelin will be run cafeteria-style, with three attempts per athlete. Attempts must be made within the allotted time frame. Field events will close promptly at the scheduled time, or earlier if all athletes have finished all their attempts. Track event start times are approximate, to show the order of the events. The meet may run ahead of schedule. Youth event specifications (hurdle height and throwing implement weights) can be found in the sport codes.
Participants may enter as many events as they wish. Participants are encouraged to bring their own implements if possible.
Eligibility
Open to all Minnesota residents. USA Track & Field and AAU membership is not required, but encouraged. Participants may not compete in older or younger age divisions. All athletes should bring verification of age.
Age Definitions
Bantam (born 1998 or later);
Midget (born 1996-1997);
Youth (born 1994-1995);
Intermediate (born 1992-1993);
Young (born after June 28, 1989-1991);
Open (19-29 years old on June 28, 2008);
Masters (30 years old and over on June 28, 2008).
All athletes 19 and older on June 28, 2008 will compete in the adult meet on Saturday, June 28, 2008.
Athletes 18 and under on June 28, 2008 will compete in the youth meet on Sunday, June 29, 2008.
Rules
USA Track and Field rules and event specifications will be used, except where modified in writing.
For adults: At Star of the North headquarters at the Jimmy Lee Recreation Center, Thursday, June 26: 5:00 - 8:00 pm; Friday, June 27: 2:00 - 8:00 pm; or on meet day: Saturday, June 28, 9-11 am (at Klas Stadium, Hamline University)
For youth: At Star of the North headquarters at the Jimmy Lee Recreation Center, Thursday, June 26: 5:00 - 8:00 pm; Friday, June 27: 2:00 - 8:00 pm; Saturday, June 28: 7 am-5pm; or on meet day: Sunday, June 29, 8-10 am (at Klas Stadium, Hamline University.)
Awards
Traditional gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each event by age groups. Masters (30 & over) medals will be awarded by five-year age groups (30-34, 35-39, etc.). Medal winners at the 2008 Star of the North Games will earn an invitation to the 2009 State Games of America National Championships in Colorado Springs.
All-Events Passes
Passes are required for admission to all Star of the North Summer Games events and may be purchased for $7 per person at registration check-in, or at the track and field stadium. Admission is free for children 12 and under. All athletes receive a credential for free admission to all competitions and events during the Summer Games.
Refund Policy
No refunds will be given if an athlete fails to participate. Competitions will be conducted unless the Star of the North Games Board of Directors or Sport Director(s) determine the weather conditions to be potentially dangerous or life threatening. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather.
Financial Aid
The Registration Assistance Program (RAP) was created to assist athletes under 18 years of age who may need financial aid to participate in the Games. For more information on RAP, call the Star of the North Summer Games office.