Track and Field Tryout Information
WKU Track & Field is hosting tryouts for all event groups on Sept. 16, 2024.
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In order to be eligible to tryout you must meet the following criteria:
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You must be a full-time student at Western Kentucky University (currently enrolled in 12 or more credit hours).
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You must be a registered student-athlete with the NCAA Eligibility Center
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If you are a four-year college transfer attending WKU for the first time, you must provide an athletic release from the previous 4 year college or university attended
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You must complete the four following medical forms (Disclosure CLICK HERE (PDF)) (Insurance CLICK HERE (PDF))Â (Questionnaire CLICK HERE (PDF)) (Waiver CLICK HERE (PDF)) (To be taken to the athletic trainer office.)
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You must have an updated physical completed within the previous 3 months prior to the tryout (Physical CLICK HERE (PDF)). There must be official documentation from a physician clearing you for track & field participation. (To be taken to the athletic trainer office.)
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You must complete a sickle cell test (NCAA Requirement) and provide proof of the test results
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You must present proof of current health insurance coverage, including a copy of your insurance card (front and back)
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Complete the Compliance Form (CLICK HERE PDF) and must first take the form to the compliance officer, once approved the form must be taken to the coach, and finally back to the compliance officer for final approval.
If you have any questions, please contact Director of Track & Field/Cross Country Brent Chumbley at brent.chumbley@wku.edu.
