Spring 2027
Jump Squad
In partnership with
Eight Sundays, eight athletes, one coach who has jumped in two Olympic finals. Jump Squad is a small-group long jump program built so every athlete gets real eyes on every jump — March through May at Fisher Field.
Registration opens February 2027 on jackrabbitstrack.com.
The specifics
- When
- Sunday afternoons, March–May 2027 (8 sessions)
- Where
- Fisher Field
- Who
- Ages 12–18, all experience levels
- Cost
- $680 per athlete (8 sessions)
- Size
- Capped at 8 athletes
- Coach
- Grace Upshaw Tyler, 2× Olympian
What we work on
The approach
Getting the run-up right so takeoff is repeatable.
The takeoff
Vertical drive, arm position, penultimate step.
The flight and landing
Body control in the air, landing mechanics, maximizing distance.
Plyometric strength
The strength base that turns a good approach into a great jump.
Competition prep
Warm-up routines, mental prep, what to do between attempts.
Video review
Every athlete gets film of their jumps and a session-end debrief.
How it works
- 1
Reserve a spot on Jackrabbits.
Registration and payment are handled by Joy's Jackrabbits Track Club. You'll get a confirmation email from Jackrabbits.
Register at jackrabbitstrack.com/jump-squad - 2
Grace gets in touch.
Once you're registered, Grace personally emails to introduce herself and confirm session details.
- 3
Show up ready to jump.
Fisher Field, first Sunday in March. Bring spikes if you have them, running shoes if you don't.
Questions
Still have a question? .
Eight spots. That's it.
Registration opens February 2027 and is handled by Joy's Jackrabbits Track Club. Send Jackrabbits a note and they'll make sure you hear the day it opens.