Here are the results from last nights Isle of Man Athletics Track & Field Open Meeting.
It was a cold and windy night but everyone did extremely well.
Well done everyone concerned.
Thank you to Petra Atchison for the organisation and results.
The first of this years Isle of Man Athletics Association Open Meetings will take place on Wednesday 4th May at the NSC, hosted by Manx Harriers.
Whilst this meeting is open all (age groups U13 and above) we will also be using it as a Junior Inter Club match with the first two athletes from each Club in each event (U13, U15 and U17) counting towards the match. Please ensure that you wear your Club Vests.
Registration will take place in Manx Harriers Clubhouse from 5pm for a 6.15pm start. Cost will be £2 for the first event and £1 for each event thereafter (max 3 events per competitor – all age groups)
Here is the Full Timetable of Events.
Officials are required urgently for this event so any help would be appreciated please message or call Tracey Bell on 432133.
We are delighted to announce that the 2016 Isle of Man Track & Field Championships will be sponsored by Zurich International Life, the event takes place at the NSC Douglas on July 23rd and 24th.
The Championships are the highlight of the track and field season where the 2016 Isle of Man Champions are crowned.
It’s that time of year when planning for this seasons Northern League trips have reached a critical point.
Last season we were so close to winning our league and getting a chance at promotion. West Cheshire our main rivals, who we beat twice last season, succeeded in getting promoted to Division One so it just shows how capable we are of doing the same. Promotion does not only elevate Team IOM to a higher division it also provides you with an even higher quality of competition.
The Northern League also provides an ideal opportunity for our U17 athletes to compete at a level, which whilst challenging, is well within their capability and to enjoy being part of a team which has been a starting point for many of our elite athletes, many of which still compete. If you are a new U17 and would like to have a chat about the Northern League and what it offers then please get in touch.
In order to get a greater understanding of the athletes available for each trip I would ask that you complete and return a Northern League Commitment Form. I would also ask that you do this a soon as you can.
This year the matches are as follows:
Saturday, 7 May – Robin Park, Wigan (day trip)
Sunday, 5 June – Edge Hill, Ormskirk (overnight stop)
Sunday, 3 July – Trafford (overnight stop)
Saturday, 6 August – Sports City, Manchester (day trip)
Once I have an understanding of the numbers travelling I will be able to provide more details regarding costs. It has however been agreed that your Club will again fund you to 50% of the total costs.
Remember this is the season to be putting your performances in for selection for Island Games. The Northern League provides an ideal completion for you to gain the standards required and show the selection committee your performances over a period of time.
The Northern League is for 1st claim members of Manx Harriers, Western AC and Northern AC only. If you wish to be considered then please ensure that you have paid your annual membership fees to you Club and that your Club has paid your EA fee. Checks are made and the last thing we want is to have points docked because you haven’t paid your fees!
If you are an Official and available to join us then there are two funded spaces from each Club. Please also complete the Commitment Form so I can organise who the officials will be for each match. Remember we need 1 timekeeper, 1 track official and 4 field officials one of which must be a level 2B.
If you know of anyone who would be interested in taking part then please pass this information onto them.
I would like to thank you in advance for returning your forms promptly!
Anthony Brand
Team Manager
The IOMAA is pleased to announce that it has published the athletics Selection Policy for the 2017 Island Games being held in Gotland.
Anyone wishing to be considered for selection and representing the Isle of Man in Gotland should complete and return a Declaration of Intent form to the Team Manager, Anthony Brand by 31st December 2016.
Further details including the 2017 Standards can be found on the Island Games page.