***NEW TD2-3DP 2026 - Test-Drive Request Form (#283) Test-Drive Tryout Evaluation is Required to Join Team HOW DOES THE TEST-DRIVE WORK? AN OFFICIAL Tryout TEST-DRIVE Blue Lightning Track Club - "Where Champions Are Made!" We are a competitive youth track & field program (ages 7–18). We don’t just develop athletes — we build Champions! ⚡ IRON SHARPENS IRON 201 National Junior Olympians 41 All-Americans 11 College Scholarships WHAT IS A TEST-DRIVE TRYOUT? A coach-led evaluation designed to identify athletes with the athletic ability and competitive drive to perform on the Blue Lightning Track Club roster. Coaches assess both physical ability and character, including speed, coordination, fitness, work ethic, and competitiveness. ⚡ Iron sharpens iron — athletes push and elevate each other. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: Athleticism Speed & coordination Competitiveness Mental toughness Work ethic Coachability Effort & attitude Test-Drives require a commitment of time and resources from our coaching staff. These sessions are designed for athletes who are serious about pursuing track and field. If your athlete’s performance is competitive for track and field, they will be invited to join our team, and their Test-Drive Practice fee will be credited toward a team membership. We look forward to seeing you there! WHO THIS IS NOT FOR ❌ Under age 7 ❌ Not ready for structured training ❌ Looking for casual activity ❌ Just a summer activity WHO THIS IS FOR ✔ Loves to compete ✔ Sports experience OR STRONG NATURAL ATHLETICISM ✔ Can follow coaching ✔ Ready for competitive training HOW SELECTION WORKS Test-Drive = Tryout and evaluation Athleticism • Competitiveness • Ability • Effort • Coachability → May be invited to join the team → Not ready yet? Referred to 7-Week Conditioning Program Note: Ages 7–18 only COMPLETE TEST-DRIVE FORM BELOWWORKSConfirm that: Athlete is between the ages of 7-18Confirm that: Athlete is active and athleticConfirm that: Athlete is competitiveConfirm that: Athlete is ready to be coached and pushed I understand that track and field is a demanding sport that requires mental toughness, athleticism, dedication, sacrifice, and hard work. My athlete has a strong desire to compete in track & field and the competitive attributes listed above to make the team. I understand that the Blue Lightning Track Club competes in track & field meets and the coaching staff are evaluating competitive athletes to join the team. I understand that my joining the team will be based on how well my athlete does on their Test-Drive Tryout. COMPLETE TEST-DRIVE REQUESTWho is completing this form?AthleteParent / GuardianINTERESTReason(s) for a Test-Drive Tryout? (check all that apply) Joining Team Very interested in competing in track and field. Only looking for Summer sport activity. Want to improve speed for another sport. Want to prepare for Spring school track season. Not in track condition and need conditioning Has never run track want to see if they / I like itWhy do you want your athlete to join the Blue Lightning Track Club?Season(s) of interest (check all that apply) Off-Season Conditioning (Sep-Oct) Indoor Track (Nov-Jan) Spring (Jan-May) Summer (Apr-Aug) All Seasons Not SureABOUT ATHLETEAthlete First NameAthlete Last NameGender- Gender -MF*Age- Age -678910111213141516171819BirthdateSchoolGrade- Grade -Kindergarten1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th11th12thCollegeAthlete mobile12U Preferred Test-Drive day12U Training Group - Saturday -- McDonough HS - 12 PM12U Training Group - Tuesday - Johnson Park, Conyers - 6 PM12U Training Group - Sunday -- McDonough HS - 12 PMOpen to Sat or Sun13-18 Preferred Test-Drive day13-18 Training Group - Saturday -- McDonough HS13-18 Training Group - Sunday -- McDonough HS13-18 Training Group - Wed -- McDonough HSSat or Sun or WedTest-Drive practice and Coach evaluationPrice: $35.00ATHLETE SPORTS BACKGROUNDTell us about your athlete.Rate your athlete's athleticism.- Please select -Very athleticAbove averageAverageNot the athletic typeDo not knowRate your athlete's fitness level.- Please Select -In great shapeIn good shapeNeeds some conditioningOut of shape (needs full conditioning)I do not knowTell us about your athlete. (check all that apply) Does not like physical hard work Needs a lot of motivation Has good sportsmanship Low stamina Self-Determined / Motivated Pushes herself/himself Energetic Gives up easily Competitive low energy Optimistic Outgoing Self-confident Does not like to lose Shy Persistent Loves to win Mentally tough High self-expectations Not motivated DrivenHas the athlete participated in track and field in the past? Yes NoList type of track and field participation. Club High school Middle school Parks & Rec Elementary school running club None of the aboveThe most recent year the athlete competed in a track and field?- Select year -2024202320222021202020192018 or laterOptional, but helpful - Cut and paste a link to the athlete's Milesplit profile.What type of athlete is he/she? Sprinter (runs fast!) Distance (can run long distances) Field event (can throw or jump) Do not knowWhich track and field event(s) did the athlete participate in?Does athlete have other sports experience? Yes NoList other sports experience (ie. football, soccer, softball, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, dance, etc.)Some description about this sectionPlease list below any additional info you would like us to know about your athlete.PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONRelationship to Athlete- Select -MotherFatherGranparentAuntUncleCousinBrotherSisterGuardianOtherFirst NameLast NameEmailPhone/MobileSome description about this sectionDid the Parent / Guardian compete in sports in AAU, high school, or college? Yes NoIf so, please list sports here. If you ran track, list eventsATHLETE'S MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONSDoes your child have a medical condition or allergies which require medication or precautions to practice or compete? This is a quick list for the head coach. More in-depth details will be provided on the physical exam form by your physician. If your athlete has conditions such as asthma, seizures, sickle cell, allergies, concussions, ACL injuries, dietary restrictions, etc. Please list hereAttach a current photo of your athlete so our coaching staff can identify them at practice.Upload photo How did you hear about the Blue Lightning Track Club? I agree to be contacted by the Blue Blue Lightning Team Coordinator or Head Coach. No Refund Policy for Test-Drive Tryouts and Pay-As-You-Go Practices We want to inform you that all fees for Test-Drive Tryouts and Pay-As-You-Go practice sessions are non-refundable, regardless of attendance or missed sessions. If you need to reschedule, your payment can be transferred to another practice session, provided you notify the Head Coach or Team Coordinator at least 24 hours in advance of the original session.CouponApply CouponIf your athlete qualifies to join the team, your Test-Drive fee payment will be credited towards club membership using a join-team coupon code.Submit Test-Drive Request Copy this page link your calendar, email, or text.
