About

Central Valley Roadrunners Youth Track & Field Club

Founded in 2003, the Central Valley Roadrunners Youth Track Club was created to bring youth track & field to greater Stanislaus County.

By encouraging our young athletes to strive for and achieve personal bests, we give all a chance to experience and excel at track & field.

Our talented, committed, and certified coaching squad brings a unique opportunity for youths 7-18 to learn the proper running, jumping, and throwing techniques and apply them at United States Track and Field Association’s USATF-sanctioned meets.

Central Valley Youth Track Club

Central Valley Roadrunners Philosophy & Goals

COACHING PHILOSOPHY

  • Effort Over Outcome: We value hard work, consistency, and a positive attitude more than medals or rankings.
  • Learn the Fundamentals: Our focus is on proper technique so athletes can run, jump, and throw safely and effectively.
  • Build Confidence & Character: We celebrate progress, teach goal-setting, and help athletes believe in their abilities.
  • Keep It Fun: We create an encouraging, enjoyable environment so athletes develop a love for staying active.
  • Promote Teamwork & Sportsmanship: We teach athletes to support one another, show respect, and represent the team with pride.

SEASON GOALS

Team Goals

  • Build fitness, coordination, and healthy habits
  • Foster a positive, encouraging team culture
  • Learn warm-up, cool-down, and basic training routines
  • Keep practices fun and engaging

Individual Athlete Goals

  • Improve personal times, distances, or technique
  • Set and achieve at least one personal record (PR)
  • Explore different events to discover strengths
  • Develop responsibility and good sportsmanship

Coach Goals

  • Maintain safe, structured, age-appropriate practices
  • Provide clear instruction and positive feedback
  • Support every athlete regardless of experience or ability
  • Communicate openly with parents

HOW PARENTS CAN SUPPORT

  • Praise effort and improvement
  • Ensure athletes arrive on time, ready, and hydrated
  • Encourage good sleep, nutrition, and recovery habits
  • Help maintain a positive environment for all athletes and families