USATF recently announced that it will be sending a team to the World U20 Championships in Lima, Peru in August, reversing its previous decision to not field a team. The decision to participate in the championships came after consultation with World Athletics and the Local Organizing Committee in Lima, providing assurance of safety measures in place for the event.

The initial decision to not send a U.S. team was based on concerns about travel advisories, competitive readiness, and safety. However, USATF has now confirmed that they will be sending a team to represent Team USA at the Championships taking place August 26-31, 2024 in Lima, Peru.

The safety and well-being of athletes, coaches, managers, and staff remain a top priority for USATF. They are committed to providing the highest level of competitive opportunities for their athletes on their journey to success. The full team announcement will be made after the USATF Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

The last time the U.S. did not participate in the World U20 Championships was in 2021 in Nairobi, Kenya, due to safety concerns and COVID. The U.S. will be hosting the 2026 World U20 Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.