“We create an inclusive, flexible and positive environment where every athlete can grow, lead and succeed - on and off the track.”
Junior Development (JD)
Focus: Skill Refinement & Introduction to Event Groups
As athletes demonstrate more advanced motor skills, the program begins to integrate more specific technical training. At this stage, athletes are introduced to event-group specialization (sprints, jumps, endurance, etc.). The focus shifts toward optimizing speed, strength, and aerobic capacity while maintaining a holistic approach to their physical and mental development.
Important Information
Age Groups:
Age groups are based on birth year.
For the 2026 competition year:
U14 (born 2013 - 2014)
U16 (born 2011 - 2012)
Birth year cut-offs can be found here.
Training Days:
Base Season and Cross Country (XC) Season 2026: (Sept - Nov)
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:00-6:00PM
Saturdays: 10:00-11:00AM
Locations will be either be Kingswood Park, Seven Hills or Fowler Athletic Park.
All details about location will be shared in advance via TeamSnap.
Fee: Base $150 / Cross Country $200
PLEASE NOTE: Base/XC is a pre-requisite for JD Indoor registration.
Indoor Season 2027
Practices will be Tues / Thurs / Sat (Nov - March)
Location and Time - TBD (Foote Field, Expo, TTC, ATHX, Coronation)
Fee: $650 (minus Base/XC fee already paid)
Registration coming soon.
Competition Gear:
At a minimum a singlet (top) is required:
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Youth singlet (~$70) OR
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Senior Gear is encouraged
Click here for more information.
Club Commitment:
There are volunteering and fundraising commitments as a part of all programs with the Mustangs.
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Fundraising - $100 per athlete
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4 hrs per athlete (indoor season)
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16 hrs per athlete (outdoor season)