2026/2027 T.O.P Athlete Development Program Application

Talent Optimization Program (T.O.P)

2026-2027 Athlete Development Program

Senior U18-Open Application
Program Purpose:

The T.O.P - Athlete Development Program’s purpose is to systematically guide and support Edmonton developed athletes and their personal coaches along a sustainable pathway to National Podium Performances, and National Team Representation.

Program Mission:

The T.O.P - Athlete Development Program aims to identify, develop and support Edmonton developed athletes aspiring towards high performance track and field by promoting a positive, holistic sport experience which aides in life long value, personal growth and wellness.

For more information on the 2026-2027 T.O.P Athlete Development Program Policy & Standards, please visit our TOP webpage at: http://www.etfc.ca/top

Should you need any assistance in understanding or completing any portion of this application, please do not hesitate to reach out to the T.O.P Director, Robyn Webster, at top@etfc.ca

Section A: Personal Information
1a. Who is entering the information below?
1b. Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
2. Athlete Name

First NameLast Name
3. Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
4. Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
5. Primary Contact E-mail (where all program information will be sent throughout the year)
5a. Please indicate any additional emails you would like to receive program information
6. Club Affiliation (must be in the Edmonton area)
7. Name of Coach(es) (one must be a registered Edmonton area coach)
8. Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
9. Age Division: (as of December 31, 2026)
10. Gender that you compete in
11. If you are applying as a Para athlete, please indicate your classification:
12. Are you currently enrolled in post-secondary school?
12b. If so, which educational institution?
12c. If you are currently on a NCAA scholarship, please complete the following:
12c.i) Coaches Name:

First NameLast Name
12c.ii.) Coaches E-mail
12c.ii.) Compliance Person:

First NameLast Name
12c.iiii.) Compliance Person E-mail:

Section B: Selection Information
1. Age as of Dec. 31, 2026
2. How long have you been training for track and field? (i.e. 6 years)
3. At what age did you start training for track and field?
4. Please list the events you have achieved a T.O.P standard in, or are close to achieving standard in (standards are listed in the Senior Program Policy on the T.O.P webpage):
OUTDOOR RESULTS
- Please indicate your best legal outdoor performance in the event(s) listed above from this past season, Nov.1, 2025 - Aug.31, 2026.
- This must have taken place at a sanctioned meet, and be included in the Athletics Canada rankings (i.e. not high school cities):
5a. Athletic Event #1 (i.e. Shot Put):
5b. Name of Competition:
5c. City:
5d. Event Date:

MonthDayYear
5e. If you had a faster / farther wind-aided performance, please list it here:

5f. Indicate your best outdoor performances and rankings for this event over the last 4 years (note AC Ranking will not be available for U16 performances):

Rows	2023	2024	2025	2026
Age Group that you competed in (i.e. U20)
Best Performance (i.e. 12.64m)
Athletics Canada Ranking (for age group) (i.e.3rd)
Athletics Alberta Ranking (for age group) (i.e. 1st)

Please click here to view the Canadian Rankings and Alberta Rankings.
6. Would you like to add a second event?
7a. Event #2 (i.e. Hammer Throw):
7b. Name of Competition:
7c. City:
7d. Event Date:

MonthDayYear
7e. If you had a faster / farther wind-aided performance, please list it here:

8. Please list any other events which you compete in and your personal bests:
INDOOR RESULTS
- Please indicate your best indoor performance in the event(s) listed above from this past season, Nov.1, 2025 - Aug.31, 2026.
- This must have taken place at a sanctioned meet, and be included in the Athletics Canada rankings (i.e. not Running Room Indoor Games):
9a. Event #1 (i.e. Triple Jump):
9b. Name of Competition:
9c. City:
9d. Date of Competition:

MonthDayYear
Date

9f. Please indicate your best indoor performances and rankings for this event over the last 4 years (note AC Ranking will not be available for U16 performances):

Rows	2023	2024	2025	2026
Age Group (i.e. U20)
Best Performance
Athletics Canada Ranking (for age group)
Athletics Alberta Ranking (for age group)

Please click here to view the Canadian Rankings and Alberta Rankings.
10. Would you like to add a second event?
11a. Second Event (i.e. 200m):
11b. Name of Competition:
11c. City:
11d. Date of Competition:

MonthDayYear
Date

12. Please indicate any other notable indoor performances for indoor specific events (i.e. 60m), or x-country performances over the last four years (event, date, placing, performance):

2025-2026 PROGRAMS, TEAMS & CHAMPIONSHIPS
1. Were you selected, or on the Talent Consideration List for Athletics Canada's CAPP program in 2025-2026?
1a. If so, which level were you identified for, or selected to? (Talent Consideration List -> Top 8)
2. Were you selected, or qualified for any CANADIAN or ALBERTA Teams in 2025 or 2026?
2a. Please list the ALBERTA Team(s) you took part in 2025 or 2026 (e.g. team name - event placing(s)). If you qualified, but were not selected, or the team did not take place, please indicate:
2b. Please list the CANADIAN Team(s) in 2025 or 2026 you took part in (e.g. team name - event placing(s)). If you qualified, but were not selected, or the team did not take place, please indicate:
3a. Did you compete at Alberta Outdoor Provincials in July 2026?
3b. If you did not compete at Outdoor Provincials in 2026, please explain why.
4a. Did you compete at Canadian Nationals in 2026 - Legions U16/U18 or U20/Senior?
4b. If you did not compete at one of the Canadian Nationals in 2026, please explain why.

ATHLETIC GOALS
1. Please share a few of your short term (2026-2027 season) and long term goals in the sport of track and field:
2. If selected to the T.O.P, what areas do you hope the program can most support you with to get to the next level, and in your athletic journey as a whole?

3. Please create a sample annual budget (Nov.1, 2026 - Sept.30, 2027) of how you hope to utilize your T.O.P funds if selected to the program. Please note that T.O.P funds are intended to help you rise to the next level of performance.

Rows	Where / What	$ Amount
Competition Travel
Training Camp
Training Equipment
Therapy / IST
AA / Club / Provincial Team Fees
Training Facility / Coaching Costs
Other

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
1. List opportunities when you have contributed to the Edmonton track and field community through volunteering at events, in a club, or opportunities that promote/support the sport. (Must be between Nov. 1, 2025 - Aug.31, 2026)
2. Indicate how you plan to contribute to the Edmonton track and field community between Nov.1, 2026 - Aug. 31, 2027 (e.g. volunteer contributions, pursuing coach development, officiating, mentorship).

This below question is being asked to ensure athletic performances are not declared for another country, province or city. If you are, you may be ineligible for Edmonton T.O.P funding.

School affiliation is not applicable. You are able to compete on behalf of your school as long as you are declared as an AA/AC athlete within the greater Edmonton area. If you are unsure of anything please select 'other,' and we will ask for clarification.
Do you declare that to the best of your knowledge you are declaring performances on behalf of Canada and Alberta, and that all of the above information provided is accurate and genuine?

Other
Athlete Signature
First NameLast Name
Guardian Signature (if athlete is under 18)
First NameLast Name
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
T.O.P Applications are due by September 1, 2026 before 11:59pm MST. No late applications will be accepted.
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Talent Optimization Program (T.O.P)

2026-2027 Athlete Development Program

Senior U18-Open Application

Section A: Personal Information

Section B: Selection Information

OUTDOOR RESULTS

Please indicate your best legal outdoor performance in the event(s) listed above from this past season, Nov.1, 2025 - Aug.31, 2026.

This must have taken place at a sanctioned meet, and be included in the Athletics Canada rankings (i.e. not high school cities):

2025-2026 PROGRAMS, TEAMS & CHAMPIONSHIPS

Section C: Athlete Checklist and Commitment

Incomplete applications will be returned and will not be processed until they are completed and re-submitted prior to the application deadline.