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TeamBlyth run like the wind at Boro!
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After a spell of low temperatures, wind, rain and sleet, everyone was happy to be greeted by mild and dry conditions at the fantastic Middlesborough Sports Village for the latest NECAA Open.
This provided the first opportunity for Blyth's multi-events to compete over hurdles this year - and they delivered. Millie Train was taking part in her first race as an U17, and produced a fine performance to clock 12.88s. This was one of the only wind-legal times of the day and was a huge club record for Millie. Next up Senna Gorvett was another making her age-group debut in the U15 race, and she produced a superb attacking run to clock a wind-legal 13.5s. Abigail Huntly was also in PB mood in the U13 hurdles, her time of 12.76s however was fractionally over the wind limit. In the field, Sadie Parker was looking to build on her recent training progress in the long jump. She produced a solid series of jumps, with her best being 4.76m as she approached the competition with a great mind-set. Senna Gorvett threw the 3kg shot for the first time, recording a best of 6.27m.
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Back on track and the 100m produced some fine runs, although sadly all were wind assisted so none will count as official PB's. Oscar Pichler produced his fastest ever run with 16.37s, whilst Caitlin dipped under 15s for the first time with 14.89. Abi was fastest U13 overall, with 14.03, whilst Millie Wilkinson produced a well executed race to record her quickest ever run - 12.68s was the fastest U15 time of the day.
In the 1500m Lauren was in a competitive race, and produced yet another strong run, just outside her PB with 5:13.94. Finally in the 200m, there was a another string of amazing performances. Caitlin made a huge step forward over 200m with a windy 31.60, before Millie Train set a benchmark time of 27.43s (wind legal), in her first ever 200m race, exceeding expectations. Finally, Sadie Parker continued her fine start to the season on track as she recorded a time of 26.80s, nearly a second faster than she ran last week in Manchester. Sadly, it was wind assisted so will not count as a PB.
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We are only 1 weeks from the start of the NEYDL season!
As it stands we have 17 Blyth juniors due to travel down to Middlesbrough, which is an amazing number! There is still time to be added to the team.
Check out our brand new website page dedicated to the NEYDL here:
NEYDL Team Blyth webpage
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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
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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.
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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
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**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.
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We have an upgraded website. www.teamblyth.com. Watch out for exciting additions in the coming months, including an athlete portal!
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The Summer timetable is busy being formulated, and is subject to developments with the easing of covid restrictions. We will keep you updated!
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NECAA Open Meeting @ Middlesbrough 9th May. ENTRIES ARE CLOSED. Entry list and timetables will be available here
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Entries for the next NEGP are now OPEN. Entries are limited for this one!
Details HERE
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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.
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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
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#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.
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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
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All Blyth Running Club T&F records are recorded for each junior age group. Follow this link to be directed to the website.
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If you want to feature in our #TeamBlyth Rules feature, message Dan
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