July 4, 2001
(INDIANAPOLIS) Twenty Four clubs have indicated their intent to compete at the first annual USA National Track & Field Club Championship. Track and field fans will have an opportunity to see their first national track and field club competition in this break-through event. As of 12pm July 4th 2001, registered clubs have indicated that they are bringing 186 athletes, representing a club membership base of over 2800, and representing communities from 15 states.

The Indiana Invaders will host the Club Championship at the IU Michael A. Carroll Track & Soccer Stadium in downtown Indianapolis on July 19-21, 2001.

"The Invaders are honored to host this event," said Invaders' Head Coach Chris Buhler, "This is an additional opportunity that provides enthusiasm for the club system. We hope this encourages the formation of new clubs and inspires others to find a way to win a national title for their community."

"In our third season as a club we're excited about the unique opportunity that initiatives directed by USATF CEO, Craig Masback, and new USATF President, Bill Roe, have fostered.," said Club Director Greg Harger.

Added Harger, "This event is a natural event for our club within the context of our development and goals. With four world records, one world best, and 7 of the best marks on American soil set in the stadium, our club is eager to make this facility available to clubs from throughout the country by facilitating a team based event for the sports fans in the Indianapolis community. The Invaders are truly honored to host this club championship and we look to provide a warm welcome to other club's setting their sights on winning a national title in Indianapolis this July."

The current list of clubs include: New York Elite Track Club, New Jersey Striders, Greater Boston Track Club, CASA Track Club (IL), Speed By Choice (TX), Boulder Road Runners (CO), Maryland Elite, Quiet Fire (CA), Illinois Stealth Bombers, First Step Track Club (FL), Shore Athletic Club (NJ), Miami Valley TC (OH), Potomac Valley Track Club (DE), Alexanders Light'n Express (CA), FILA Track West(CA), Rocky River Track Club (OH), Speed Elite (SC), Pioneer Track Club (TX), Central Park Track Club (NY), The Dayton Gems-Elite (OH), Club Northwest (WA), Bryn Mawr Running Co. (PA), Tennessee Elite Track Club (TN.) and the Indiana Invaders.

The deadline for additional clubs to indicate their intent to compete for and to win the first annual USA Track & Field Club Championsip title is midnight(PST) July 8th. July 8th is also the deadline to enter club athletes into the championship.

Clubs Intending To Compete:
http://www.indianainvaders.com/meets/clubs_competing.asp

To Register Your Club & Athletes: (DEADLINE: JULY 8th)
http://www.indianainvaders.com/meets/club.asp

For additional championship information visit:
http://www.indianainvaders.com/meets/

The Indiana Invaders, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1998, present an innovative approach to track & field by providing a resident-based, athlete-centered support system unique to the sport in the United States.

For further information on the Indiana Invaders, please contact Greg Harger at 317 289-4018 or online at: (email)