FAQ

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1) Do I have to have ran track before?

Answer: NO! The Braves Track Club welcomes ALL comers. Whether you want to compete or just workout  you are welcome!

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2) How much are dues?

Answer: Dues this semester are $45.

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3) I’m thinking about running but I’m not in shape like I was in high school to compete. Are the races too competitive?

Answer: Our club competes under NIRCA (National Intercollegiate Running Association) and NCAA(National Collegiate Athletic Association). NIRCA has talent levels that fluctuate so if you want to be a National Champion fast you can; if you want to just enjoy yourself you can. NCAA meets are the same! It’s all what you make of it.

4) You say this club competes in the NCAA; do these meets use any of my eligibility or ruin the chances to get recruited?

Answer: Not necessarily! In the NCAA there are "Open" meets and certain meets in general that do not use eligibility; there are some collegiate meets that will. In this club we give YOU the option of whether or not you wish to compete in eligibility meets. We have several former collegiate athletes that are VERY familiar with NCAA Compliance, NCAA Eligibility and we even have access to an official NCAA Compliance Officer whom is employed with UNC Pembroke. 

As far as recruiting, BTC is limited to how much help we can provide. In all cases, the Braves Track Club will be as transparent as possible in informing you about each meet the club competes in! We want to see you excel!

5) Does the club do anything else besides run?

Answer: Yes, we do! We are family more so than teammates. We have team dinners, team outings and team study hall. We have it all!

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6) When is practice?

Answer: Practice is Monday through Friday at 5PM. Monday,Wednesday and Friday are at the Taylor Track and Tuesday and Thursday, we meet at the Jones Wellness Center.

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7) Everyday? I don’t think I can fit that into my schedule?

Answer: You don’t have to! We have an attendance policy that you don’t miss 3 practices in a row! As long as you communicate with us! It’s all GOOD!!

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8)  THE CLUB DEFINITELY SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING I’D BE INTERESTED IN! HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Answer: All you have to do is show up to one of our practices. Eventually you will need to fill out some official forms and pay club dues, but feel free to come see what we’re all about first. If you have any other questions, shoot us an email at bravestrackclub@gmail.com