Blyth Running Club Juniors - #TeamBlyth

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Blyth athletes on form across the UK

It has been a quieter weekend of competition, but that didnt stop 3 Blyth juniors producing sensational performances all over the UK. On Friday Adam Swalwell raced in Manchester over 150m (17.37, club record) and 300m (38.88). Today, Amara O'Callaghan made her first appearance of the season, and had the chance to chat to old friends from other clubs at the Shildon Open. Amara produced a fine performance over 75m, winning her heat in 12.3s which was the fastest time of the day!

Meanwhile Josh Fiddaman has been in record breaking mood once again down in Loughborough. Josh has become the first Blyth athlete in history to run sub 4 minutes over 1500m! The official time is yet to be confirmed, but believed to be around 3:58.

A huge well done to all our athletes!

North East Grand Prix (NEGP) Wednesday 28th April - IMPORTANT
Please read the latest info on this event, including an earlier start and some fairly important instructions. We have a huge squad of Blyth juniors at this event!

LINK HERE

TRAINING UPDATE
We are now able to offer a full range of training groups. Spaces are strictly limited with waiting lists applying in some groups. All details at www.teamblyth.com

We are only 5 weeks from the start of the NEYDL season! Check out our brand new website page dedicated to the NEYDL here:

NEYDL Team Blyth webpage

Please ensure your membership is up up-to-date before returning to training. You will not be able to compete until membership has been paid.

Our blog has been updated for the first time since 2019! Check our Dan's personal thoughts on where we are at the moment. READ HERE

**NOW WITH "TRACK & FIELD" ON SOME ITEMS!**

We are delighted to be able to launch the Team Blyth kit range! https://www.kitlocker.com/yourclub/club/team-blyth...

A huge thanks to Michael McKenna for setting this up, and Ross Pichler for the graphic design.

Please double check the sizes as nothing can be returned with them having logos and possibly initials on too. If it doesn’t state men’s or women’s on a particular item, it will be based on male sizing so girls might need to go down a size.

We have an upgraded website. www.teamblyth.com. Watch out for exciting additions in the coming months, including an athlete portal!

The Summer timetable is busy being formulated, and is subject to developments with the easing of covid restrictions. We will keep you updated!

NECAA Open Meeting @ Middlesbrough 9th May. This event now includes U11 events! DETAILS

WANT TO GET INVOLVED? - Why not train to become an athletics official. Athletics cannot take place without officials, and you can score points for #TeamBlyth as part of a rewarding and varied vocation. The club we pay course fees for any members, juniors, parents etc that want to get involved. DETAILS

If any of our juniors aged 14+, or parents/family members would like to start on their coaching journey - then check out the Leading Athletics course (online). In most cases club will pay the course costs.

CROP TOPS - cost £18. Available in these sizes: S youth 26 / M youth 28 / L youth 30 / XL youth 32 / small 34. Place your order with Dan. We will have a few spares in most sizes if anyone else would like one

#TeamBlyth runs entirely through the support of volunteers. We always encourage new coaches and officials, and the entire cost of courses and coach development will be covered by the club and Northumberland Athletics Network. For details of courses, see this link /www.englandathletics.org

We are in particular need of officials in all areas, and coaches to support our growing squad of amazing young athletes. Furthermore, we have lots of roles available in event management, admin, social media management etc etc. Ask for more details.

May we remind all parents and young athletes that we expect a positive attitude, hard work and good behaviour at all sessions and competitions. Please read our code of conduct for athletes, parents/carers and coaches/volunteers HERE

All Blyth Running Club T&F records are recorded for each junior age group. Follow this link to be directed to the website.

If you want to feature in our #TeamBlyth Rules feature, message Dan

Email Rob (Combined Events coach)

Email Julie (junior membership secretary, kit enquiries)

Email Craig (middle distance, XC, endruance coach, media enquries)

Email Steve (middle distance, XC, endurance coach)

Email Ralph (Club secretary)

Email Dan (sprints, hurdles, jumps coach)