The Flight101 Track and Field Club is a  youth development program open to northeast Ohio youth of all ages. Based in Canton, Ohio, it is the mission of Flight101, through participation in organized athletics, to help young athletes develop their fullest potential regardless of athletic ability. Potential not limited to athletic achievement but to help young athletes develop their potential physically, psychologically, socially and academically:

 

• Physically -By learning sport specific skills, improving their physical conditioning, developing good health habits and avoiding injury;

 

• Psychologically -By learning to control their emotions and develop feelings of self-worth;

 

• Socially-By learning cooperation in a competitive environment with emphasis on appropriate standards of behavior both on and off the track or playing field and;

 

• Academically - By helping them learn and appreciate the value of education and maintaining high academic standards.

 

Flight101 has afforded its members the opportunity to develop new friendships; provided publicity and exposure of their talents to college recruiters; and encouraged parents to interact with their children. In addition club members have developed a respect for each other while being humble in victory or defeat. Club members learn the value of hard work, sacrifice and team work and are encouraged to pursue healthy lifestyles. The Flight101 Track Club has provided a solid foundation for area youth as well as those track and field enthusiasts who have embraced the Club and its goals.