To register: The cost for registration is $250/athlete. This is the link for online registration. Even if you participated with the Jets previously we still want you to fill out the registration form.
The Jets never want to discourage participation because of financial reasons. Fill out the financial aid form and email it to Coach Curtis (Jetstrack66@gmail.com). Coach Curtis is the only one that makes the financial aid decisions. ​T
NCAA National Champion Davonte came back to visit his youth Coach and team.
The new generation of Jets are excited to race!
Register for Jets
The Cambridge Jets are a running club for athletes 6-18 years old. We participate in both USATF and AAU meets. We have rolling admission during the season. Come to a practice to see if the Jets are right for you.
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2024 Cross Country season runs from September 9-October 30
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Practices will be on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 pm at Danehy Park. For GPS use this address: 165 New St Cambridge, MA 02138.
To register: The cost for registration is $150/athlete. This is the link for online registration. Even if you previously participated with the Jets, we still want you to complete the registration form.
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To complete Jets registration pay Coach Curtis directly on Venmo: @curtis-jackman-1 or mail the check for registration ($250/athlete) made out to Cambridge Jets, to Alida Castillo at 22 Cottage Park Avenue, #6 Cambridge MA 02140.
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The Jets never want to discourage participation because of financial reasons. Fill out the financial aid form and email it to Coach Curtis (Jetstrack66@gmail.com). Coach Curtis is the only one who makes the financial aid decisions.
​If you are new to the Jets make sure you subscribe to the Jets email list. It is the primary way we communicate with families.
If you are new to the Jets come check out a practice to make sure you like it before you register.
COVID SAFETY GUIDELINES: We will follow the state guidelines for outdoor youth sports. We will also have areas designated where they can leave their belongings and water bottle.
​Because of these safety regulations, if your child does not follow directions, they will be sent home and cannot participate in our program. Safety is of the utmost importance.
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Meet Highlight
2024 USATF Region 1 Jr. Olympics Championship
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Congratulations to the five members of the Cambridge Jets who traveled to New York's Ichan Stadium to participate in the Region 1 USATF Jr. Olympics Championships. They all ran their best times ever, placed, received medals, and qualified for nationals. Felix even broke the 8 and under 1500m Cambridge Jets 30-year-old record set in 1993! Well done!
They include:
Felix D. placed 4th in the 8 yr old and under 800m, 2:56.87 and
2nd in the 8 yr old and under 1500m, 5:47.68*
Theo L. placed 5th in the 9-10 yr old 800m, 2:40.99
Blair T., Eliot K., Nehemiah JS., and Theo L. placed 2nd in 9-10-year-old 4x400m relay, 5:10.98.
*New Jets team record
Full results
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Upcoming Meets
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Sun Oct 13, Wayland Cross Country Festival -
Wayland High School, 264 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland, MA
course map.
9:00 AM- 3K aged 10 and under boys and girls ;
9:30 AM -3K race for girls aged 11 to 14;
10:00 AM- 3K race for boys aged 11 to 14;
Pre-entry is $6, Day of meet entry $10. Register your child.
[Jets Sign-up form] so we know you are attending
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​Sun Oct 20 -2024 USATF-NE Youth Cross Country Development Meet
Franklin Park, Boston,
Arrive by 9 am to warm up with the team
10:00 a.m. Girls 1.1 mile race
10:20 a.m. Boys 1.1 mile race
$5 entry fee; [Jets sign_up form]
Complete the sign-up form and pay CoachCurtis by 10/16.
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Sun Oct 27 - Mayor's Cup - Franklin Park, Boston MA,
Time: Arrive by 8:30 am to warm up with the team
Entry fee is $10 per athlete. [Jets sign up form]
Complete the sign-up form and pay CoachCurtis by 10/23
Youth 1.1 Mile races - Course Course Video
Minimum age is 6 years old on race day. Parents may not run with children!
SCHEDULE
9:30 a.m. age 10 and younger Girls
9:45 a.m. age 10 and younger Boys
Age 10/under races score individuals 8/under and 9-10
10:00 a.m. age 11-12 Girls
10:15 a.m. age 11-12 Boys
10:30 a.m. age 13-14 Girls
10:40 a.m. age 13-14 Boys
11:00 a.m. AWARDS
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Sun Nov 10 - USATF New England Junior Olympic Cross Country Championship -Highland Park, Attleboro MA
Must have USATF membership and be age verified.
10:15 a.m. Girls 8 & under (born 2016+) 2 km (1.24 mi)
10:40 a.m. Boys 8 & under (born 2016+) 2 km (1.24 mi)
11:00 a.m. Girls 9-10 (born 2014-2015) 3 km (1.86 mi)
11:30 a.m. Boys 9-10 (born 2014-2015) 3 km (1.86 mi)
12:00 p.m. Girls 11-12 (born 2012-2013) 3 km (1.86 mi)
12:30 p.m. Boys 11-12 (born 2012-2013) 3 km (1.86 mi)
1:00 p.m. Girls 13-14 (born 2010-2011) 4 km (2.5 mi)
1:30 p.m. Boys 13-14 (born 2010-2011) 4 km (2.5 mi)
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USATF Membership
To participate in the mini-meets and Youth Invitational and USATFNE Jr. Olympics meets you must get a USATF membership. Cost $30 for the year.
Make sure to include Cambridge Jets club code: 020031
You also have to verify your birthdate. Here is a short helpful video on the process.
If you are new to the Jets then sign up for the email list. The email list carries over from year to year, so you only need to sign up once. When you no longer want to receive Jets email then unsubscribe (there is a link at the bottom of every email. Sign up for email list
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Jets Uniform and Gear
​Jets uniforms are blue spandex tank tops and shorts with a gold Cambridge Jets logo.
You can order a uniform and other Jets gear on our online store. It takes a few weeks to receive your order, so order soon.
Top Finishers at AAU Club Championships
Saturday, July 13, 2019
ESPN Wild World of Sports, Orlando FL
Chance Hinton finished 3rd among 8-under boys, and Kylee Bernard, Ledaisha Williams, Naomi D'Souza and Sloan Hinton placed 6th in the 14 year old girls 4x400m. Kylee Bernard also placed 6th in the open 400m!
