* Cory, Ashley and Olivia break down the boys 5,000m field at New Balance Nationals Indoor on On The Line.
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The time has finally arrived for national championship competition in 2023.
Thousands of athletes will take to the facility in Boston this weekend for our National Meet Of The Week -- New Balance Nationals Indoor.
MileSplit is live on-site providing comprehensive coverage throughout the weekend, including videos, photos, articles, live event recaps and more.
Continue below to learn all you need to know for the 2023 installment of New Balance Nationals Indoor.
CONTENT
Your In-Depth New Balance Nationals Indoor Girls Preview
Your In-Depth New Balance Nationals Indoor Boys Preview
On The Line: Breaking Down The Field Events At NBNI
Brody Buffington Has Officially Made A Statement
For The Record: Laracuente-Huebner Recaps States Dominance
VENUE
The TRACK at New Balance
91 Guest Street, Boston MA 02135
MEET INFO
Meet Location
New Balance Nationals Indoor Championship will be held at THE TRACK at New Balance, located on the brand's Boston campus at its record-breaking indoor facility.
The TRACK at New Balance includes a 200m hydraulically banked indoor track, a dedicated throwing area, over 24,000sf athlete warm up area, a sophisticated Sports Research Lab, Broken Records Beer Hall and the Roadrunner music venue operated by Bowery Presents. Located across from New Balance's global headquarters at Boston Landing, The TRACK at New Balance joins the Auerbach Center -- the official practice facility for the Boston Celtics, the Warrior Ice Arena -- the official practice facility for the Boston Bruins, and the Boston Landing MBTA commuter rail stop as the premier destination for sports in New England.
The TRACK at New Balance: 91 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135
Competition Communication
We have set up a text communication system where all athletes, parents, and coaches will receive daily updates before, during, and after the competition. To opt-in, text nbni2023 to 855-630-1800.
Parking
There are several large lots located in close proximity to the facility. We will provide more information including the daily rates and exact GPS addresses of these lots closer to the date of the event.
Facility Rules
Please be sure to check out the current facility rules and regulations. Anyone seen violating these rules may be asked to leave the facility.
*** The health and safety of our guests, athletes, performers and employees is our number one priority. The TRACK at New Balance will adhere to all local and state COVID-19 guidelines. Please be aware that no precautions can fully eliminate the risk of exposure to COVID-19. Traveling to and from, visiting, and/or providing services in and around the facility may lead to a risk of exposure to COVID-19.
Backpack Pickup
Please note that backpacks are only given out onsite to registered athletes. Athletes must be at the meet to receive their backpack.
All event categories (middle school, freshman, rising stars and championship) will receive the same bag.
Packet pick-up will take place during the following times on meet weekend:
Thursday March 9, 2023: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday March 10, 2023: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday March 11, 2023: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday March 12, 2023: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Coaches can get their passes at packet pick up. All coaches are required to bring ID and show a letter from their school stating that they are the coach to receive a coaches pass. Parents accompanying an athlete are required to pay admission.
*Note: Any team with at least 5 athletes entered, will receive a coaches pass (with additional coaches passes for every 10 athletes after). Any coach of an unattached athlete must purchase a spectator ticket to enter the facility
Person picking up the packet on behalf of a team must be the designated pick-up person as documented on the team's registration page on Athletic.net.
A photo ID is required for all individual athletes/parents picking up a packet.
All accepted athletes will receive a wristband which will give them entry into the facility for the duration of the weekend.
Thursday Practice Session
All New Balance Nationals athletes can use the Track facility on Thursday, March 9, 2023 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Admission and Ticket Sales
Retail
The Official New Balance Nationals Store will be located on the main floor, just off the track. The store will be open during competition hours.
Awards
Immediately after each event final, the top 6 finishers must report to the awards area for the awards ceremony.
Top six places in the Championship events will be named NBNI All Americans.
Only the Championship Division will have an awards ceremony.
**** Certain states have rules regarding high school athletes accepting awards at athletic competitions. Please speak to your school's athletic director regarding the rules that apply to you.