🏃♂️ Exciting News! Ss. Cyril & Methodius is Forming a CYO Track Team! 🏃♀️
We’re thrilled to announce that Ss. Cyril & Methodius CYO is officially forming a CYO Track Team for boys and girls in grades 1 through 8!
This new program will give our youth the opportunity to learn, train, and compete in a fun, supportive, and faith-based environment while proudly representing our parish. 🌟
🗓️ Key Dates
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Registration Opens: October 2025
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Season Begins: March 2026
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Season Ends: Late May or early June
🏅 About the Program
Our CYO Track Team introduces children to a variety of track events — focusing on fun, fitness, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Participants will compete against other CYO parishes across Long Island in organized meets.
Events may include:
🏃♀️ 50m, 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints
🏃♂️ 800m and 1600m distance runs
🏃♀️ Relays
…and more!
💵 Registration Fee: $125 per participant / Uniforms are an additional $40
Includes:
📍 Who Can Join
Participants must meet one of the following eligibility requirements:
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🏡 Resident of Deer Park or North Babylon
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🎒 Attend Our Lady of Guadalupe School
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🙏 Registered member of Ss. Cyril & Methodius Parish
❓ Parent Q&A – CYO Track at Ss. Cyril & Methodius
🏃♂️ What age groups or divisions will compete?
Divisions are typically grade-based (Grades 1 - 8), allowing athletes to compete against peers of similar age and ability.
📄 What paperwork is needed?
Each athlete will need to complete:
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A CYO Registration Form
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A Parental Consent & Medical Release Form
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Proof of residency, school enrollment, or parish registration
🏅 How many events can my child compete in?
Each athlete can participate in a max of 2 events at a meet. Coaches will help select events that best suit each child’s abilities and comfort level.
⏰ When are practices held?
Practices will usually be held twice a week at a local track or school. Specific times and locations will be announced after registration closes.
🗓️ How many meets are there?
There are generally 4–6 meets per season, culminating in a championship meet. The full meet schedule will be released once confirmed by CYO.
👕 What should athletes wear?
Registered participants will receive an official Ss. Cyril & Methodius Track uniform. Athletes should also wear running sneakers or track shoes (No Spikes).
🚑 Are there medical staff at the meets?
Yes — all CYO-sanctioned meets have first aid personnel on-site. Coaches will also carry basic first aid supplies at all practices and meets.
💬 Who can I contact with questions during the season?
Our CYO Track/XC President, Shannen McCabe, can be reached at sscm.track@gmail.com.
🏆 Are awards given?
Yes! CYO meets typically award ribbons and medals for top finishers in each event. Every athlete’s effort and sportsmanship are celebrated!
🌟 Why join the CYO Track Club?
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Builds fitness, confidence, and teamwork
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Encourages discipline and perseverance
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Promotes sportsmanship and parish spirit
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Provides a positive and inclusive environment for all skill levels
📨 Stay Tuned!
If you’re interested in coaching or volunteering, please contact:
📧 Mike Gonzalez – CYO Director
📧 Shannen McCabe – CYO Track President
🙏 We can’t wait to see our parish community come together to make this new program a success!