Meet Information
The Girls Are Back on the Track!
We are excited to be back for another year of celebrating girl power, athleticism, and community!
Join us for the BOWA Gives Girls in Sports Summit Day 2 Track Meet, formerly known as the Girls' Invite. While the name has evolved, the heart of the event remains the same. This is the premier track & field experience designed to empower, uplift, and inspire young women through sport.
Built on the legacy of the Girls' Invite, the Summit brings together athletes, coaches, and supporters from across the Chicagoland for a day rooted in confidence, competition, and connection. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or stepping onto the track for the first time, this event is designed to ignite your passion and remind every girl that she belongs in sport and beyond.
*This is a rolling schedule and subject to change. But any changes will be communicated.
Meet Schedule
Sunday 2/8/26: Doors open to the public and athletes at 7:15a
Meet categories 8U, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18
Field Events
- 8a Long Jump (2 pits) (Cafeteria Style ) - Ages: 5-12, 13-18
- 8a High Jump - Ages: 10-18
- 11:00a Shot Put - Ages: 13-18
Running Events
- 8:30a: Opening Remarks- Ashley
- National Anthem - Afterschool Matters
- 4x200m Relay: Ages 5-18
- 60m - Ages: 5-18
- 60m HH- Ages: 10-18
- 800m - Ages 5-18
- 200m - Ages 10-18
- 600m - Ages: 5-18
- 400m - Ages: 10-18
- 4x 400m Relay - Ages: 10-18
- Closing Ceremony and Remarks
This is a USATF-sanctioned meet, so any interested IHSA athletes must complete and submit an official waiver to IHSA before January 27th. For any meet-related questions, please contact the Meet Director at admin@bowagives.org.
We look forward to seeing you at Gately!