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Plainfield Park District Hershey Track and Field Meet

This FREE recreational track meet is for boys and girls ages 9-14. Check-in begins at 5 p.m. PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE EVENT! Participants MUST pre-register by Thursday, May 24. Individuals may register in-person or online (program #21711A1). However, a copy of the participant’s birth certificate and Local Entry Form must be submitted by the May 24 registration deadline. Submit forms to the Recreation/Administration Center, 23729 W. Ottawa St., Plainfield IL 60544, Attn. Andy Dunfee. The meet is sponsored by the Hershey Chocolate Company to promote physical fitness and participation in America's youth. Winners may advance regionally and nationally. First and second place winners at the local meet will advance to the state meet in Joliet on Saturday, July 7. First place winners at the state meet are eligible to receive an invitation to the North American Final Meet in Hershey, Pennsylvania on Aug. 4, but are not guaranteed to advance.

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