skip navigation

Welcome to RHS Track & Field!

RHS Track & Field offers an exciting opportunity to athletes of all levels.  Whether you are a competitive runner, an athlete looking to stay in shape during the spring season, or a novice to this sport, our team has something for you.   

Captain led conditioning is currently taking place Mondays and Wednesdays 15 minutes after dismissal.  Interested athletes should meet on the track.

Spring season begins February 28th, 2022.  The Spring Schedule will be released later in February.  Typically, our season runs for 8 weeks with league meets, followed by 3 weeks of post season competition for those athletes who qualify (metros, districts, and state) wrapping up the last week of May.

Have questions or interested in getting updates about our team?  Email rhstrackfield.updates@gmail.com

Follow us on Instagram @rhs_trackandfield_

Middle distance runners

2022 Metro Track Schedule

WEEK DATE TIME SCHOOLS SITE
1-2 Thurs, 3/17/22 2:45pm Jamboree TBD
3 Thurs, 3/24/22 2:45pm Hale, Lakeside, Roosevelt, Prep NEAC (Hale)
4 Thurs, 3/31/22 2:45pm Sealth, Blanchet, Lakeside, Roosevelt SWAC (Sealth)
5 Thurs, 4/7/22 2:45pm RBeach, ECatholic, Roosevelt, WSeattle SEAC (Rainier Beach)
6 SPRING BREAK For Seattle Schools NO MEET ----
7 Thurs, 4/21/22 2:45pm Hale, Franklin, Roosevelt NEAC (Hale)
8 Thurs, 4/28/22 2:45pm Ingraham, ECatholic, Holy Names/O'Dea, Roosevelt NWAC (Ingraham)
9 Thurs, 5/5/22 2:45pm CSealth, Cleveland, Prep, Roosevelt SWAC (Sealth)
10 Wed, 5/11 & Fri, 5/13/22 TBA Metro Track Meet SWAC (Sealth)
Thurs, 5/12/22 TBA Metro All-Comers Meet NEAC (Hale)
11 Wed, 5/11 & Fri, 5/13/22 TBA District 2 Track Meet SWAC (Sealth)
12 Thurs-Sat, 5/26-5/28/22 TBA State Track Meet Mt. Tahoma

MEET HEAD COACH HOWARD COLLIER

Coach Collier has been a pillar of the running community at RHS for nearly 30 years. He built the RHS Men's Cross Country team (fall season), taking many runners to compete at the state level.  His leadership with our Track & Field team has helped train many competitive athletes in Metro, Districts and our State Meets.  Many of our athletes continue their careers at the collegiate level.

Recent Track (Boys & Girls) News

Spring Pint Night Tickets On Sale NOW!

By Brendan Gamb 03/12/2025, 11:00am PDT

JOIN US- MONDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2025 FROM 7-9PM

Come raise a glass and support Roosevelt Athletics at the Duchess!
All proceeds benefit the Roosevelt Athletic Booster Club General Fund which allows us to support our teams with:
• uniforms
• equipment
• facility fees
• athletic trainer supplies
• athletic trainer salary

TICKETS ARE $50/person - that gets you a Roosevelt pint glass, two beers (or nonalcoholic options), and the pleasure of knowing you are an awesome fan of RHS Athletics.
Can’t make it- or this not your thing- no problem! YOU can STILL SUPPORT Roosevelt Athletics by buying a ticket (or donating more)! Just let us know that you can’t make it and we will DELIVER your pint glass to your door!!

HOW TO BUY YOUR TICKET

(CLICK HERE):

Then do the following:
1. Select “General Booster Fund” from the Sport menu
2. Write “Pint Night” in the Notes menu
3. Put $50.00 in the Donation menu for 1 ticket, or $100.00 for 2 tickets, or...
4. Finish with the payment and billing info
5. We will have your name on the list when you arrive at the door!

Where: The Duchess, 2827 NE 55th Street
When: Monday, June 2, 2025, 7pm-9pm

Pink Hoodies On Sale Now - LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE

By Jodi Wilson 10/10/2024, 12:00pm PDT

Orders are being taken NOW for RHS Pink Hoodies!  We will reach out to you once the order has been purchased to arrange delivery.

To purchase your Hoodie:

  1. Click the link HERE 
  2. Select "Sweatshirt Promo" for Sweatshirts OR "General Booster Fund" for Hats. In the Notes field, please enter the color, item, and size(if applicable) you are purchasing.
     

Questions? Contact Jodi Wilson at  jodigro@msn.com

Can't get a hold of your doctor and you need a sports physical? The Teen Health Center (room 225) offers sports physicals to all SPS students free of charge!

You can also contact the RHS Teen Health Center by emailing Suna.oh@neighborcare.org or text 206-653-9786 to schedule.  For more information check out HERE

Kristi Leland

Roosevelt Track & Field Booster Representative

DONATE!

WELCOME TO RHS TRACK & FIELD!

RHS Track & Field offers an exciting opportunity to athletes of all levels.  Whether you are a competitive runner or jumper, an athlete looking to stay in shape during the spring season, or a novice to this sport, our team has something for you!   

Spring season 2024 begins on February 26th.  Meet after school at the RHS Track.  Typically, our season runs for 10 weeks with league meets starting on March14th, followed by 3 weeks of post season competition for those athletes who qualify (metros, districts, and state), wrapping up the last week of May.  Make sure to get your physicals completed and uploaded to Final Forms ASAP!

RECEIVE TEAM UPDATES

Sign up for the Track & Field communications weekly newsletter which keeps families up-to-date on all schedules, meet times, last minute updates, track gear, and information from coaches.  To get on the list or if you have questions, email rhstrackfield.updates@gmail.com    Follow us on Instagram @rhs_trackandfield_

SCHEDULE & RESULTS

Meet Results:  To view meet results, sign up for an account on athletic.net and check out Roosevelt High School Track & Field. 

Team Schedule:  Our first meet is on March 14th!  2024 full meet schedule is here: Track Schedule

WINTER CONDITIONING CLUB

Winter Conditioning Club is for all RHS students but is a great way to get in shape leading up to the track & field season.  Find out more at the informational meeting on December 11th at 3:40pm outside of the RHS locker rooms. In general, the club will meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after school outside of the locker room/weight room from December 11th until February 16th. Everyone is welcome.

TRACK & FIELD PRACTICES

Practices are as follows:
        - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 3:55-6:00pm
        - Wednesdays: 2:40-5:00pm
        - Saturdays: 9:00-11:00am*
* Saturday, March 2nd practice is for everyone.  Future Saturday practices determined by specific event coaches.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

The Metro League has 17 schools and this year, only 3 locations for meets (Nathan Hale, West Seattle, and Ingraham).  To help these large meets run smoothly, the district is assigning each school to run specific events at each track meet. 

Please volunteer for as many shifts as you can and take note of the meet location at: RHS Track Meet Parent Volunteer Sign-up

TEAM PARTICIPATION FEE

Seattle Public Schools does not charge a fee for athletes to participate in sports.  This means our team needs support to cover basic costs.

We are asking families to pay a participation fee of $100 per athlete.  To pay, please press the “Donate” button at the bottom of this page and select “Track & Field” from the drop-down menu. Or, you can write a check to “Roosevelt Athletic Boosters Club” and give to Coach Collier.

This fee is a suggested donation amount. We appreciate if you can give more to support those students who are unable to pay the full amount. Your donation to Track & Field through the Roosevelt Athletic Boosters (RAB is a 501(C)3 Organization, Tax ID:  34-2022-806) is tax deductible and open to Employer matching. 

Items previously purchased through our Track & Field RAB donations:

  • Uniforms
  • Team social events
  • Invitational meet entrance fees 
  • Team tent, tarps
  • Starting blocks, hurdles, relay batons, extra spikes & supplies
  • End of season awards and banquet supplies

2024 FUNDRAISING EVENTS

E-Team Fundraising Campaign:  
Our team goal is to raise $25,000 towards the purchase of 160 sets of water-resistant warm ups & a new $10K high jump pit!  Follow our link here to donate: https://ets.rocks/3V8Ik8K

Family Track & Field Night: 
March 19, 6-8:30pm at Project 9 & Sammich Food Truck, 1409 NE 80th St

Join us for a team social & fundraiser for all families & team members. Project 9 & Sammich have graciously teamed up to donate 10% of all sales on food & drink to our team on March 19th. Come hungry and ready to support our team! We will also have a raffle basket & other items for sale.  

Photo Fundraising Opportunity:
Photographer & RHS parent, Audrey L, has offered to photograph athletes during regular season meets. For a $30 donation to the team, you will receive 10-15 high resolution photos of your child competing. Check out @rhstrack2024.pics on Instagram for a link to sign up!

 

OFFICIAL TEAM MERCH AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME

Orders for your 2024 Track & Field Team Sweatshirt & Sweat Pants MUST be placed by Monday, 3/18 - end of day:
Link for 2024 team sweatshirt: https://www.customink.com/g/fjt0-00cu-t29c
Link for 2024 team sweatpants: https://www.customink.com/g/fjt0-00cu-t2a1

GEAR

Shoes:  Please wear athletic running shoes to all practices.  Some athletes choose to purchase track spikes for races but these are not mandatory.

Warm up gear:  Please dress for the weather.  Warm up pants and jacket/sweatshirt may be necessary to keep muscles warm during the first few weeks of the season and during all track meets.

Team Hoodie:  Traditionally, early each season, captains design a team hoodie and athletes are given the opportunity to purchase.

Uniforms/Shorts:  Uniform tops will be provided.  However, athletes will need to provide their own plain black running shorts for meets.  

Sports Duffle Bag:  If you are interested, you can purchase a Roosevelt Sports Duffle bag from the Green and Gold Exchange (store), link HERE.  [NOTE: store is only open during the school year]