Outdoor Season
The main competitive season for Piedmont Steppers.
Outdoor Season is the primary competitive season for Piedmont Steppers Track Club. Athletes train in a positive, development-focused environment while preparing for local, regional, and postseason competition opportunities.
Registration for this season has closed. Join the interest list to receive future updates.
Season Began: April 14, 2026
Registration Closed: April 24, 2026
Season Overview
The Outdoor Season is designed for athletes who want to learn, train, and compete in track and field. No prior experience is required, and athletes will be introduced to sprinting, hurdles, jumps, relays, and general athletic development.
Who Can Participate
Outdoor Season is planned for youth athletes from elementary age through high school. Athletes will be grouped by age, ability, event interest, and readiness when appropriate.
Practice Schedule
The Outdoor Season is planned to start on April 14, 2026 and run through July 31, 2026. Practices are expected to be held multiple days per week, with final practice times and locations shared before registration opens.
Competition Schedule
Athletes will have opportunities to compete in regular season team meets, typically held on Saturdays. The final meet schedule will be distributed once the season calendar is confirmed.
Registration
Outdoor Season Registration
Season Cost
$500
Per athlete. This structure helps reduce extra payment requests during the season by including team gear and regular season team meet fees up front.
Registration Includes
- • Outdoor season practices
- • Event-specific coaching and athlete development
- • Piedmont Steppers competition uniform
- • Team warmup
- • Team shirt
- • Regular season team meet entry fees
- • Team communication and administrative support
Additional Costs May Include
- • USATF or AAU membership, if required for certain meets
- • Travel expenses
- • Optional team gear or merchandise
- • Championship or postseason meet fees, if applicable
Season Pathways
Two strong paths for athletes.
Virginia Commonwealth Games
For athletes who are not pursuing the Junior Olympic pathway, our goal is to use the Virginia Commonwealth Games as a major season-ending competition opportunity. This gives athletes a meaningful championship-style experience without requiring a full Junior Olympic travel commitment.
Junior Olympic Pathway
Athletes who are ready for postseason competition may have the opportunity to continue into qualifying meets, regional championships, and Junior Olympic competition based on readiness, qualification, and family commitment.
FAQ
Outdoor Season Questions
Does my athlete need prior track experience?
No. Outdoor Season is open to new and experienced athletes. Our goal is to help athletes learn, develop, and compete at an appropriate level.
Are meet fees included?
Regular season team meet entry fees are included. Championship, postseason, travel, and optional meet expenses may be separate.
What if my athlete plays another sport?
That is okay. Families should communicate with coaches so training can be adjusted when needed.
What is the season-ending meet goal?
For athletes not pursuing the Junior Olympic pathway, our goal is to use the Virginia Commonwealth Games as a major season-ending competition opportunity.
Interested in Other Seasons?
Use the links below to join the interest list or register when registration is open.