Sports Information Handbook - Special Olympics New Jersey

CYCLINGEVENTS OFFERED: 500M Time Trial1K Time Trial5K Time Trial10K Road RaceUnified 10K Road RacePARTICIPATION: Athletes may compete in two events. To qualifyfor Sectional competition, an athlete must participate in an eightweek training program.CRITERIA FOR ADVANCEMENT: Athletes must participate inSectional competition in order to advance to the Fall Sports Festival.The results from the Sectionals will be used to division for the Chaptercompetition.ACTIVATION: Coaches are responsible for submitting the activationlist at the Sectional event for those athletes who qualify to advanceto the Fall Sports Festival.GENERAL GUIDELINES: Athletes/coaches must provide theirown bicycle and ANSI certified helmet. All bicycles must be in goodworking order and safe for competition. Cycling shirts and shortsare recommended. No jeans, shoes or casual shirts will be allowed.Lunch will not be served at Sectional competition. Please bring yourown snacks and beverage.REGISTRATION TIMELINEQuota Request Form Due: September 4Sectional Registration Due: September 13Activation List Due: At Sectional CompetitionSports Information Handbook 2013-2014 39