Pine Cone Classic: ParaSport Spokane hosts new track and field event for athletes with, without disabilities

June 2, 2022 4:52 AM

Posted: June 2, 2022 4:52 AM

ParaSport SpokanePine Cone Classic: ParaSport Spokane hosts new track and field event for athletes with, without disabilities

SPOKANE, Wash. — A new track and field event is happening in Spokane this weekend.

ParaSport Spokane is hosting the first ever ‘Pine Cone Track & Field Classic’ — welcoming athletes with and without disabilities to compete together in races and field events.

The event is a USA Track & Field sanctioned event.

The Pine Cone Classic is this Sunday, June 5 and will feature Paralympic track and field athletes competing at Ridgeline High School.

ParaSport Spokane says it’s for all track and field athletes — from beginner to professional.

There will be meter races as well as long jump, discus and shotput competitions.

You also don’t have to be a para-athlete to compete.

If you want to take part, the registration deadline is Friday, June 3 at 8 pm

For a list of events and details on the Pine Cone Classic, see this page on the ParaSport Spokane website.