Why aren spiked shoes allowed at CYO Track Meets?
A – Spikes for runners (shoes designed for spikes) or cleats for field event participants have never been allowed at CYO Track Meets. We do not want any of our athletes to feel disadvantaged because another participant is wearing spikes (with or without the pins). We feel that spikes give that athlete an “edge” over another. By not allowing spikes for runners or cleats for field event participants, we can “keep the playing field level” for all the athletes that compete in CYO Track. Spiked shoes (with or without the pins) or cleats for field event participants are not permitted.
