The annual Philomath Harriers home youth track and field meet will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday at the high school’s Clemens Field.
The meet will feature approximately 300 young athletes from across the Willamette Valley, ranging from second to fifth grade. Spectators are welcome to attend.
Scheduled events on the track include the 100, 200, 400, 800 and 4-by-100 relay. Field events will be turbo javelin, long jump, high jump and softball throw. The meet’s organizer said a highlight of the event is the popular 50-meter race for children ages 5 and under 9, which is held immediately following the sprint relays. Another popular event is the coaches relay.
The Philomath Harriers will be represented by more than 40 young athletes.