One Step Ahead Spring 2014, Vol. 2 | 页面 2

B ECOME A C ERTIFIED O FFICIAL Track and Field meets, Race Walk events and Road Races cannot take place without the great officials of USATF Long Island. As officials, you provide a fair and safe environment in which our athletes can compete to the best of their ability and, in many cases, advance to regional and national events. Becoming an official is a way to remain active in our sport and to give back to all the competitors. BECOMING AN OFFICIAL IS EASY TO DO! Visit our website, long-island.usatf.org and begin the process of becoming an official. Click on “Officials” and complete the Officials Certification form. YOU MUST BE A CURRENT USATF MEMBER! To renew your membership click on “Membership” on our website and renew your membership for the current year. Training clinics are being planned for the year. These clinics ensure that all officials are familiar with USATF rules and that they are prepared to do a great job at meets. Watch the Officials Newsletter and website for announcements. For more information, contact our Certification Chair: Gary Westerfield, at [email protected] WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU AS PART OF THE LONG ISLAND OFFICIATING FAMILY! OFFICIALS NEEDED - YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES TRIALS It has just been announced that the Youth Olympic Games Trials will be held April 4-5 at the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar, FL.  They have an urgent need for officials to work the meet.  Officials who work will receive lodging, meals, clothing and a stipend.  For more information please see the application form at: http://www.usatf.org/groups/officials/officiating-applications.asp.