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Isle of Man Athletics Cross Country League – Round 1

Posted on By Anthony Brand

The first of four rounds in the Isle of Man Athletics Cross Country League, sponsored by Law Trust, takes place at Castle Rushen High School in Castletown on Sunday 13th October, with the first race getting underway at 2pm. This round is organised by Manx Harriers.

The course is on agricultural land alongside the school which is fairly flat although the surface is uneven in places. The senior races will be run over slightly reduced distances for the first round, with mileages increasing later in the season.

The senior, veteran and junior men’s race will be over three full laps of the course, a distance of approximately 8.5 kilometres. The senior, veteran and junior women, and under-17 men, will race over two full laps, a distance of around 5.7 kilometres.

Full details of all race distances from under-nines upwards can be found on the entry forms and the course map.

The minimum age for competitors is seven years on the day of a race.

Two pre-race registration sessions will take place on Wednesday 9th and Friday 11th October from 6pm to 8pm in the Manx Harriers Clubhouse at the National Sports Centre in Douglas. Registration will also be available at Castle Rushen High School on Sunday from 1pm to 2pm, but you are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the Wednesday and Friday registration sessions to save time on race day. Full season packages are available for a slightly reduced cost.

Last season saw record entries for a four-race season, and bumper entry levels are expected again as well as fast and exciting racing. There is quality in depth throughout the age groups andthere should be some excellent competition all through the season.

Thanks
David

Notice of Meeting – AGM

Posted on By Anthony Brand

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Isle of Man Athletics Association will be held at the Tower Insurance Education Suite, National Sports Centre, Isle of Man on Tuesday 12 November 2019 at 7.00 p.m. to transact the following ordinary business:

  • To receive the Secretarial and Financial reports from the Officers;
  • To elect Officers who will be responsible for the local administration of the sport in the ensuing year;
  • To elect two Honorary Auditors;
  • To conduct other appropriate business.

Cathy Dawson
Secretary
2 October 2019

Commonwealth Games Consultation Meeting re Birmingham Games

Posted on By Anthony Brand

Please find below an open invitation to relevant parties who feel that they may be able to contribute to the CGA’s planning for Birmingham 2022.

If you are interested in attending as an athlete or would like to have some input with regards the selection process then please attend.

It is to be held on Thursday 10th October at 6:30 at the Sports Institute.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/team-isle-of-man-commonwealth-games-birmingham-2022-consultation-tickets-73158596331?utm_term=eventurl_text

Law Trust IOM Athletics Cross Country League 2019/20

Posted on By Anthony Brand

IOM Athletics is pleased to provide details of the 2019/20 Law Trust IOM Athletics Cross Country League.

There will be two signing on nights before the first race on Wednesday 9th and Friday 11th October in Manx Harriers Club House from 6pm to 8.00pm.

At each race venue signing on will take place between 1pm and the start of the first race at 2pm, however, we encourage all athletes to sign up in advance and take the opportunity of entering the league, all four races, at a knock down rate of £18 for seniors (attached) or £10 for juniors. For unattached senior athletes the cost is £26 rather than the full fee of £28. Make sure you bring your cash or cheque book with you!

Early registration means no queuing on the day of a race (you must look after and remember to bring your number) – just turn up, warm up and be at the start line 5 mins before your race begins so saving you time and energy!!!

Full details of entry charges can be found on the entry form. The league race programme sees four events taking place over the winter with the 13th October being round one at Castle Rushen High School hosted by Manx Harriers. Northern AC host the second event on 3rd November with Manx Harriers again doing likewise at the Nunnery on the 1st December. The last event which is also the Isle of Man  Cross Country Championships takes place on 19th January and is hosted by Western AC. As ever, we expect some fantastic competition over the season, on some varied and interesting courses with results, photos and reports appearing in the press and here on the IOM Athletics website and Facebook sites.

Finally IOM Athletics wish to thank Law Trust for their very much appreciated sponsorship of this very popular and competitive series of league events.