Club Registration

*REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR 2026 XC SEASON*

• For Thunder XC: ALL steps listed below must be completed to ensure your athlete is fully registered and USATF compliant. 

•  Before you begin the registration process, please take a moment to review our membership costs and refund policy. It is important to understand these financial details and terms before committing to the season. 

• We use the Band app for all team communication. You can join our band here. Please note: We require people to use a first and last name on their Band profile as well as list if they are a parent or athlete. Any request that doesn't have a first and last name will be rejected.

To compete with our team, all athletes must maintain a current, active USATF membership and be officially affiliated with Tri-City Thunder.

• The Importance of Affiliation: Club affiliation is the first detail verified during our registration process. If an athlete is not correctly affiliated with Tri-City Thunder within the USATF system, they risk being ineligible to compete as a club member.
• How to Find Us: When registering or renewing with USATF, you can easily find our club on their list using search by zip code. Even if you have previously registered with Tri-City Thunder, verify it still shows you as a team member.
• A Two-Step Process: Please remember that obtaining a USATF membership is a prerequisite, but it does not automatically register you with Tri-City Thunder. You must still complete the club's registration form and pay club fees.

Important Note for Oregon Residents

If you live in Northeastern Oregon, you can still join Thunder, but there is an additional administrative step required by USATF. Please email us for specific instructions BEFORE you register with USATF or the club to ensure your membership is set up correctly.

All athletes participating in the Tri-City Thunder registration, regardless of age, must complete the age verification process by USATF. 

The USATF age verification process requires members to upload proof of birthdate (such as a birth certificate or passport) through the USATF Connect system. Once your document is uploaded and approved, it becomes a permanent part of your USATF membership profile, meaning no further verifications are needed for renewals. It's important to note that age verification documents are only accepted through the USATF Connect portal and cannot be mailed or emailed. This process ensures that athletes are placed in the correct age division for events like the Junior Olympics or National Championships, helping to avoid last-minute disqualifications.

How the Process Works:

Log In: Access your account on the USATF Connect website.

Navigate: Go to the 'Athlete Verifications' tab within your profile.

Upload Document: Submit a clear, legible digital copy of an accepted document.

Status Check: Your status will change from 'Pending' to 'Verified' once processed.

Accepted Documents (One is sufficient):

- Birth Certificate

- Passport

- Certified Baptismal Record

- Driver's License or Learner's Permit

- U.S. Government-Issued ID

Before you begin, please ensure that Thunder XC athletes have a current USATF membership that is affiliated with Tri-City Thunder and that you have completed the age verification process. Once those prerequisites are met, follow these steps to register:

Step 1: Complete the Registration Form

Click the registration link below to access the Tri-City Thunder XC Registration Form.

• Information: Fill out all required details for each athlete you are registering.
• Payment Link: After submitting the registration form, there will be a list of payment links on the thank you page after submittal. 

Step 2: Complete Your Payment

The Pay Link will take you directly to a secure GoDaddy payment page.

• Choose the payment link that equates to the number of athletes registered.
• Registration is not considered complete until club registration payment is completed.

PLEASE NOTE: If using Apple Pay, you may have to submit payment twice. We have had issues where it appears payment has been accepted (Apple Pay makes a sound noting payment) but the submit button must be clicked again. Please contact us if you experience any issues with completing payment.

Refunds will ONLY be considered PRIOR to the start of ANY regular sessions, practices, or track meets. Refunds will only be considered for Tri-City Thunder Membership fees, and will not be considered for uniforms, event fees, Volunteer Fees, USATF Membership, or other fees that an athlete may incur. Refunds MUST not EXCEED the total amount paid to date by the athlete and/or his family. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN TO FAMILIES WITH OUTSTANDING BALANCES OR MEET FEES. Refund requests received PRIOR to the start of any regular sessions, practices, meets will be granted minus a $35.00 administrative fee.

Have a question about Tri-City Thunder registration or your Thunder Membership?  Visit our New Member Guide to answer most questions.