Drake Relays Volunteers Volunteer Registration

Blocks Crew

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 11:30 am CDT (At least 10 more needed)

11:30 am CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 10 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 9:00 pm CDT (At least 10 more needed)

April 25, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 11:00 pm CDT (At least 10 more needed)

12:00 pm CDT - 5:30 pm CDT (At least 10 more needed)

Details

Assist with set-up and removal of blocks on the track and hold for athletes competing in events. Position requires the ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, and lift at least 15lbs repeatedly.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Athlete Timing Chip Collectors

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:00 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

April 24, 2026

9:00 am CDT - 11:15 am CDT (At least 4 more needed)

11:30 am CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 9:00 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

April 25, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 11:30 am CDT (At least 4 more needed)

12:00 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

Assist in collecting the timing chips and batons from the relay teams after the conclusion of the race.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Long Jump/Triple Jump Field Assistant

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:30 pm CDT - 6:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 24, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 11:00 am CDT (At least 3 more needed)

11:00 am CDT - 2:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

2:00 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 8:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 25, 2026

12:30 pm CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to stand for long periods, bend, and drag sand with a rake.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Pole Vault Field Assistant

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2026

12:30 pm CDT - 3:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 6:30 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 25, 2026

9:30 am CDT - 11:30 am CDT (At least 3 more needed)

3:00 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to walk, stand for long periods, and bend.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

High Jump Field Assistant

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:00 pm CDT - 5:30 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

April 24, 2026

10:30 am CDT - 2:30 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

5:30 pm CDT - 7:00 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

April 25, 2026

10:30 am CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Assist with the High School High Jump event.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Shot Put Field Assistant High Priority

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

2:30 pm CDT - 6:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 24, 2026

8:30 am CDT - 12:30 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

1:00 pm CDT - 3:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

5:30 pm CDT - 8:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 25, 2026

11:00 am CDT - 2:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, and lift at least 16lbs repeatedly.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Discus Field Assistant High Priority

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

2:00 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 24, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 10:30 am CDT (At least 3 more needed)

10:30 am CDT - 1:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

1:00 pm CDT - 3:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to walk, stand for long periods, and bend.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Hammer Throw Field Assistant High Priority

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2026

9:30 am CDT - 1:30 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

1:30 pm CDT - 6:30 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, and lift at least 16lbs repeatedly.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Javelin Field Assistant High Priority

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:00 pm CDT - 8:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

April 25, 2026

9:30 am CDT - 1:30 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

1:30 pm CDT - 5:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Position requires the ability to stand for long periods, walk, and bend.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Elementary Race

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:30 pm CDT - 6:00 pm CDT (At least 10 more needed)

Details

Assist in escorting students on and off of the infield before and after their race.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Basket Carrier

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 11:30 am CDT (At least 3 more needed)

11:30 am CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 3 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 9:00 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

April 25, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 11:30 am CDT (At least 4 more needed)

11:30 am CDT - 5:30 pm CDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

Ensure delivery of athlete's belongings from starting line to finish area at NE corner of Drake Stadium. This position is on the track and entails walking.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Hurdle Crew (FRI)

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 3:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

Assist with hurdle set-up and removal on track. *Requires lifting and carrying hurdles various distances*

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Hurdles Crew (SAT)

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 3:30 pm CDT (At least 15 more needed)

Details

Assist with hurdle set-up and removal on track. *Requires lifting and carrying hurdles various distances*

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Awards Tent

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 23, 2026

4:30 pm CDT - 6:45 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

6:30 pm CDT - 10:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

April 24, 2026

9:30 am CDT - 12:30 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

12:30 pm CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 9:00 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

April 25, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 1:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

1:00 pm CDT - 6:00 pm CDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Monitoring results and processing awards for collegiate and high school teams.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Umpire Runner

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You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2026

8:00 am CDT - 11:00 am CDT (At least 1 more needed)

11:30 am CDT - 4:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

4:30 pm CDT - 9:00 pm CDT (At least 1 more needed)

April 25, 2026

7:30 am CDT - 11:00 am CDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

Assist chief umpire with the collection of running violations. This is an active position and requires brisk walking/running.

Location

2719 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311