Welcome to PUSH ATHLETICS Track Club
MISSION STATEMENT
Our Mission is to empower youth, collegiate, and post-collegiate athletes to reach their full Potential both on and off the track. Through a commitment to excellence, integrity, and community. We provide mentorship, support to foster personal growth, athletic achievement, and lifelong success. We strive to provide an all inclusive environment where coaches and athletes alike strive to cultivate a passion of achieving goals through Track and Field and beyond.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:
heed.hickman@gmail.com
Instagram: @HEED96ER
Organizational goals
Community Outreach and Engagement:
Goal: Establish strong connections with local schools, community centers, and other organizations to promote the benefits of track and field.
Action: Organize regular community events, workshops, and free clinics to introduce children and their families to the sport.
Impact: Increased awareness and participation in track and field within the community, fostering a sense of community and support.
Inclusivity and Accessibility:
Goal: Ensure that all youth, regardless of background or ability, have access to track and field opportunities.
Action: Implement scholarship programs, provide necessary equipment, and offer transportation assistance to ensure no child is left out due to financial constraints.
Impact: A diverse and inclusive team that represents the community’s demographics, promoting equity and social cohesion.
Athletic Excellence and Personal Development:
Goal: Develop well-rounded athletes who excel not only in track and field but also in their personal and academic lives.
Action: Provide high-quality coaching, mentorship programs, and academic support to help athletes balance their training and studies.
Impact: Athletes who achieve their full potential in sports and life, demonstrating discipline, resilience, and leadership.
Lifelong Success and Health:
Goal: Instill habits and values that contribute to lifelong health and success.
Action: Educate athletes on nutrition, mental health, and the importance of physical fitness beyond their competitive years.
Impact: Graduates who continue to lead healthy, active lives and contribute positively to society.
Coaches/Board of Directors:
Executive Director/ Short Sprints Coach
Shaheed Hickman
Assistant Director/ Long Sprints Coach
Eric Mensah
Secretary of Affairs / Strength and Conditioning
Andre Chisley Jr. (owner of ChizFit)
Treasurer
Shanna Williams-Clark
Notable Accomplishments:
INDOORS
USATF Minnesota Indoor All-Comers Meet #3 | Jan. 12th | @ University Of Minnesota (Opener)
USATF Minnesota Indoor All-Comers Meet #4 | Jan. 26th | @ University Of Minnesota
USATF Minnesota Indoor All-Comers Meet #5 | Feb. 9th | @ Bethel University
USATF Minnesota Indoor All-Comers Meet #6 | Feb. 23rd | @ Bethel University
USATF Minnesota Indoor Track & Field Championships | March 9th | @ University Of Minnesota
NIKE INDOOR NATIONALS 2025 | Mar. 13th - Mar. 16th | @ The Armory Track & Field Center (TBD)
OUTDOORS
USATF U20 Outdoor Championships | Jun. 19th - 22nd | Eugene, OR (TBD / Have To Qualify)
2025 AAU Minnesota District State Championships | Jun. 21st - 22nd | @ Brooklyn Center HS
2025 AAU Region 14 Championships | Jun. 26th - 29th | @ Mounds View HS
AAU Junior Olympics Track & Field Championships 2025 | Jul. 23rd - Aug. 2nd | Houston, TX
Team Schedule ( Youth/ High School)
Team Schedule ( Post-Collegiate)
INDOORS
St. Thomas Invitational | Jan. 17th | St. Paul, MN @ Anderson Fieldhouse
Bearson/Gathje Classic | Jan. 17th | Mankato, MN @ Myers Fieldhouse (TBD)
Jack Johnson Classic | (Jan. 24th - 25th) | Minneapolis, MN @ Minnesota Gophers Fieldhouse
2025 Jim Emmerich Alumni Meet | Jan. 25th | Brookings, SD @ South Dakota State Univ. (TBD)
Larry Wieczorek Invitational | Jan 24th - 25th | Iowa City, IA @ Univ. Of Iowa (TBD)
Mark Schuck Open & Multi | Jan. 31st - Feb 1st | Mankato, MN @ Myers Fieldhouse
Gopher Classic | (TBD) | Minneapolis, MN @ Minnesota Gophers Fieldhouse
Ted Nelson Classic | Feb. 7th | Mankato, MN @ Myers Fieldhouse
Iowa State Classic | Feb. 7th - 8th | Ames, IA @ Iowa State Univ. (TBD)
2025 SDSU Indoor Classic | Feb. 14th | Brookings, SD @ South Dakota State Univ. (TBD)
Maverick Open | Feb 21st | Mankato, MN @ Myers Field House
Snowshoe Open | Feb. 21st | Minneapolis, MN @ Minnesota Gophers Fieldhouse
2025 SDSU Last Chance Meet | Feb. 21st | Brookings, SD @ South Dakota State (TBD)
OUTDOORS
USD Early Bird | Apr. 4th - 5th | Vermillion, SD @ Lillibridge Track Complex (TBD)
Mt. Sac Relays | Apr. 17th - 19th | Walnut, CA @ Hilmer Lodge Stadium (TBD / Have To Qualify)
Holst Invite | (TBD) | St. Paul, MN @ Concordia University - St. Paul
University Of Minnesota Invite | Apr 23rd | Minneapolis, MN @ U of M Track & Field Stadium
Gary Wilson Invite | Apr. 30th | Minneapolis, MN @ U of M Track & Field Stadium
Joe Sweeney Invitational | May 1st | St. Paul, MN | @ Univ. Of St. Thomas Outdoor Track & Field Complex
Maverick Open #2 | May 2nd | Mankato, MN @ Mark Schuck Outdoor Track & Field Complex
