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Oakland Cubs

The Oakland Cubs is a youth running team. We are part of USATF and AAU and participate in cross country in the fall and track and field in the spring. Our team consist of recreational and competitive runners of various ages. 

The youth runners learn running technique, teamwork, sportsmanship, resiliency, among other life skills, all while having fun. All practices and competitions are age appropriate and based on years running. 

All youth are welcomed to join. No child wanting to participate will be turned away. 

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAIABLE!

We are now taking scholarship request for the 2024 Track and Field Season. Click here to fill out the financial aid application.

Or email Andrea at info@oaklandcubs.com for information regarding full and partial scholarships.

Athletes' Mission Statement

The Cubs community works hard, together.

We value the fun, the sportsmanship, and the challenge that are all part of our sport.

We are all Oakland Cubs, and we always try our best.

By Oakland Cub Athletes 2019 (Facilitated by Talia G., Captain '19)

Track and Field 2024

Please note that the 8U sessions are for those born in 2016 or later.  If your athlete is 8 and will turn 9 this year, they should sign up for the regular session OR if you athlete is 7 or 8 and wants to compete, they should sign up for the regular session. The 8U session is an introduction to track and field for younger, beginning runners. 

NOTE: Participants MUST be a registered USATF member before partaking in any practices.

  • 8U Option:
    • Wednesdays 5-5:45p @ Lake Temescal (Oakland)
    • 9:15-10a Sunday at MLK Track (Berkeley) if there is no meet.
      • 8U Session 1: Feb 22-Apr 14 $250
      • 8U Session 2: April 17-Jun 9 $250
  • Regular Session Practice location(s):
    • Wednesday and Fridays @ Oakland Tech from 6-7:30p
    • Tuesdays Special Events @ Oakland Tech from 6-7:30p
    • Sundays @ MLK Track in Berkeley from 10a-12p
      • Session 1: Feb 20-Jun 9 $600

      • Session 2 Championship Season: Jun 10-Aug 3 $300

      • Both Sessions 1 and 2: $850 (if signed up before the season starts)

      • Uniform: $150

      • Sweatshirt: $25

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAIABLE (need based)

Track Conditioning

Jan/Feb Track Conditioning 

Overall conditioning for all athletes. Classes will focus on speed, agility, reaction time, and overall body strength. Games, drills, and body weight exercises will be utilized to create fun and effective conditioning classes.  Athletes should bring a water bottle and exercise mat to each class.
Tuesday/Thursday 4:00-5:00p @ JM Stairs 

Racewalk Conditioning and Strength

Classes will focus on RW form and technique. Athletes will get video analysis and go over drills to help ensure proper techniques to increase speed and accuracy.

Specialized Individual Training

Need to gain speed, endurance, and/or agility for another sport or to hit your PR? Looking for individual speed, agility or endurance training? Email ajohnson_personaltrainer@yahoo.com to receive information on specialized, individual training. 

Oakland Cubs Team Store

Support the club and show your support with SWAG!

Buy team sweatshirts, bags, and warm-ups here.

PAUSATF 2023 T&F Schedule and Results

View PAUSATF meet calendar and results here.

    Cross Country Season 2023

    TF Regionals 2023

    TF Regionals 2023

    Get ready for the 2023 Cross Country season. The season start the week of August 25th and runs mid-December for those looing to advance to the National Junior Olympics in Louisville, Kentucky.

    Practices will be Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30-7:00p and Sundays 10:00a-12:00p for those 8yo and above. There will be two 8U options: Session One will practice on Tuesdays from 4:45p-5:30p and Sundays 9:15a-10a and Session Two will practice on Tuesdays from 4:45p-5:30p and Saturdays 9:15a-10a. the 8U class is for those that born in 2016 or later.

    Hope to see you there. Registration is open!


    Updates & News

    Opening Ceremonies Junior Olympics 2022
    2021 Cross Country Team at PA Championship

    Andrea Johnson

    Oakland Cubs

    Phone: 5107259970

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    Oakland Cubs Sponsors

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    Support local youth by sponsoring the Cubs. We are an all inclusive youth running club that teaches sportsmanship, leadership skills, team building, and resiliency through sport. Contact Coach Johnson about becoming a sponsor. 

    Become a sponsor

    Visit Website

    Support local youth by sponsoring the Cubs. We are an all inclusive youth running club that teaches sportsmanship, leadership skills, team building, and resiliency through sport. Contact Coach Johnson about becoming a sponsor. 

    Become a sponsor

    Visit Website

    Support local youth by sponsoring the Cubs. We are an all inclusive youth running club that teaches sportsmanship, leadership skills, team building, and resiliency through sport. Contact Coach Johnson about becoming a sponsor.