New Isle of Man Athletics Track & Field League

Posted on By Anthony Brand

Isle of Man Athletics is pleased to announce NEWFIELD as the lead sponsor for the new Isle of Man Athletics Track and Field League.

Newfield is a locally based company within the Island’s eGaming sector, with a focus on international sporting events. The company is committed to investing in and developing local talent on the Island and giving back to the community.

Previously athletes from each of the Island’s track & field clubs have competed separately in their club’s own track and field leagues.   This summer all athletes from age groups U13 upwards will compete against each other over six meetings at the NSC outdoor track culminating in the Isle of Man Track & Field Championships in August.

Mark Reynolds, Newfield’s Director & Chief Operating Officer stated, “We are very excited to be supporting the Isle of Man athletics clubs through its new development. We admire the passion and resilience Hannah and Isle of Man Athletics Committee have shown to bring this idea to fruition and we are delighted to be a part of the journey”.

Hannah Riley, Isle of Man Athletics Development Officer says, “The Isle of Man Track & Field League is a really exciting development for athletics on the Isle of Man and we are delighted that NEWFIELD are supporting it”.  She added “Newfield are a forward thinking, local firm, that support amazing initiatives including progressions in sport. I feel they are the perfect partner for this exciting development in Isle of Man Athletics”.

Signing on for the league will take place on:

Thursday 14th March at Manx Harriers Club House from 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Thursday 20th March at Manx Harriers Club House from 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Competition Dates:

3rd April
1st May
22nd May
12th June
26th June
24th July

For further Information contact:

Hannah Riley, Isle of Man Athletics Development Officer – hannah@iomaa.info

IOMAA Interclub & Open T&C meet – Match 3

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The 3rd and final Isle of Man Athletics Track & Field Interclub and Open meet takes place on Wednesday 18th July 2018 at the NSC, hosted by Western AC.

Registration will take place at the NSC from 5.45pm for a 6.15pm start.  Cost will be £2 for the first event and £1 for each event thereafter (max 3 events plus 1 relay per competitor – all age groups).

Here is the entry form.

Here is the timetable for 18th July.

Microgaming Cross Country League – Round 2

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The 2nd round of the Microgaming Cross Country League is being held at QE11 High School, Peel on Sunday 5th November 2017.  Signing on will be from 1pm with the first race off at 2pm.

As usual the registration desk will be situated in the QE11 sports area along with the Western AC refreshment stall and changing facilities.

The course map and timetable will be displayed at the start line and in the registration area.  Signs will be in place to direct people to registration from the car parks.

If you would like to volunteer to help marshal the course please let us know.

Athletes are reminded to be ready at start line 5 mins before there start time and to listen out for whistle and instructions from officials.

Spectators are requested to stay off the racing line.

As always no dogs are permitted on any part of the course.

Since round 1 one we have had a few questions from a number of athletes and family members about the series. We have turned these into a Frequently Asked Questions

We hope to see as many of you as possible.

 

Northern League 2017

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Team Isle of Man will once again be competing in Div 2W of the Northern League.  Last year we did really well however we found ourselves facing demotion and it was only through the amazing efforts of our athletes on the last match did we manage to stay in the current league.

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:

Match 1 – Saturday, 6 May – Leigh (day trip)
Match 2 – Sunday, 4 June – the Oval, Bebington (1 night stop)
Match 3 – Sunday, 9 July – Wavertree (1 night stop)
Match 4 – Saturday, 5 August – Blackburn (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.

The Northern League is for FULLY PAID UP FIRST CLAIM MEMBERS of Manx Harriers, Western AC and Northern AC. 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

Microgaming Cross Country League – Round 4 and IOM Cross Country Championship – Results

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Here are the results of the Microgaming Cross Country League – Round 4 and the IOM Cross Country Championships, along with the overall league results.  This the final round was held at QEII, Peel on Sunday 22 January 2016.

Many thanks to hosts Western AC and to Richard Highfield & Karen Kneale for the results.