12th – 13th August, Middlesbrough Sports Village. After an absence of 8 years, these championships returned to the sports village. Amidst blustery conditions interspersed with showers, the athletes from our club showcased their exceptional talents across various disciplines. It’s essential to recognize that the success of the event was not only attributed by 590 athletes, but also to the invaluable contribution of over 90 officials each day, who graciously and voluntarily participated. Their unwavering dedication and commitment, combined with the tireless efforts of these officials, played a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of the championships.

The event’s smooth operation was made possible by the collaborative efforts of a diverse team of officials, starting with the Meeting Manager and Directors, Field and Track Referees, and encompassing various other crucial roles including registration, call room staff, presentation team, announcing, photo finish, timekeepers, starters, field officials, and the technical team. This cohesive ensemble of individuals was effectively led by the technical manager and equipment officer.

It is important to emphasize that without the selfless contributions of these dedicated individuals, the event simply would not have been feasible. Their voluntary participation and hard work underscore the passion and commitment that are integral to the world of athletics. The success of the championships stands as a testament to the collective spirit of teamwork and determination, encompassing both the athletes and the officials who played an indispensable role in making the event a resounding success.

Here is a concise report, highlighting the stand out performances of our club’s athletes in each category: Full results can be found on the North Athletics website here

U15 Boys:

William Atkinson (100m, 200m): William Atkinson delivered remarkable performances in both the 100m and 200m races. His explosive speed and flawless technique secured him a well-deserved place among the top competitors in his age group.

U15 Girls:

Sophie Krenzler (100m, 300m): Sophie Krenzler demonstrated her versatility by excelling in both the 100m and 300m races. Her determination and endurance were evident as she powered through both events, showcasing her potential as a rising star in track and field.

Whitney Ofor (100m, 200m): Whitney Ofor’s performances in the 100m and 200m races highlighted her speed and agility. Her consistent performance throughout the competition showcased her potential as a competitive athlete in her category.

U17 Men:

Sam Archer (1500m): Sam’s strategic approach and stamina were on full display in the 1500m race. His ability to maintain a strong pace allowed him to secure a notable performance in a challenging distance event.

Jacob Brown (3000m): Jacob’s tenacity shone in the grueling 3000m race. His ability to endure and maintain a competitive pace throughout the event positioned him as a prominent athlete in the U17M category.

Kian Wallinger (3000m): Kian’s performance in the 3000m race showcased his endurance and commitment. His dedication to maintaining a strong pace contributed to his commendable showing in the event.

U17 Women:

Eden Creasey (800m): Eden’s tactical approach and speed were evident in the 800m race. Her ability to manage her pace and finish strong showcased her potential in middle-distance events.

Gracie Duffy (300m): Gracie’s performance in the 300m race highlighted her speed and determination. Her strong finish demonstrated her ability to excel in shorter sprints.

Erin Fuller, Macy James, Freya Lillie (100m, 200m): Erin, Macy, and Freya exhibited their speed and agility in the 100m and 200m races. Their performances reflected their dedication to short-distance events.

Emma Sedgwick (High Jump): Emma’s high jump performance showcased her technical prowess and athleticism. Her ability to clear heights efficiently marked her as a strong contender in the high jump discipline winning Gold.

Louise Taylor (300m): Louise’s performance in the 300m race demonstrated her endurance and speed. Her strong showing solidified her place among the top competitors in her category.

In conclusion, our club athletes competing in the Northern Championships displayed exceptional dedication, skill, and sportsmanship. Their performances not only impressed the spectators but also hinted at a promising future for track and field athletics. The event served as a platform for these young athletes to showcase their talents and mark their presence in our sport.

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A great turn out for Middlesbrough on a Sunny Sunday at Monkton. There was a fantastic atmosphere in the stadium with many teams turning up to compete T&F. We all enjoyed the day and it was great to see our athletes competing, as a first time NEYDL manager. I hope I haven’t missed anything out but if I have, please do email me!

U13 Boys

Fantastic effort from Ben Naivaluruia, finishing a comfortable 1st position in the U13 100m and 2nd position in the 200m for the A string. A big well done to Akinjide Buluro who finished at 4th in the U13 100m for the B string and 4th in the 200m 3rd heat. Akinjide also took to a field event, coming 2nd place in the Javelin B-string.

A huge well done to Theo Gowland, finishing 2nd in the 200m B string, 3rd in the 75mH A string and 4th in the Javelin A string.

It’s good to see the u13 boys enjoying both track and field events for the team.

The 3 boys worked really hard during the day. Hopefully soon we will see the 3 joined by a 4th and enter a 4 x 100m relay!

U13 Girls

A fantastic effort from Lily Lloyd,the only Middlesbrough U13 Girl on the day, finishing 6th in the 100m A-String and 6th in the 75mH A-String. Lily also entered the Long Jump, but we are still waiting for the results for the LJ.

U15 Boys

A huge well done to William Atkinson, finishing 2nd position in the A-string and Freddie Lloyd, coming 2nd position in the 100m B-String. William went on to finish in position 1 in the 200m B-string and Freddie finishing 2nd in the 200m A-string. Freddie also went on to finish 1st in the Long Jump A string to round off an excellent multi-event competition.

U15 Girls

A team of 4, the U15 girls had a fantastic day.

In the 100m, all 3 heats saw Middlesbrough finish in a 1st position! With Whitney Ofor 1st in the A-String, Sophie Krenzler 1st in the B-String and Amelia Firmen 1st in Heat 3. Summer Swift also made her debut coming 7th in Heat 3, with her first ever track event.

The fabulous 4 also competed in the 4 x 100m Relay, finishing a very close 4th.

Whitney saw further success finishing 1st in the 200m A-String, and Amelia 2nd in the 200m B-String. Sophie also saw further success finishing 1st in the 300m A-String. A huge well done to all the U15 girls for such a fantastic effort on the track.

Sophie, Amelia and Summer went on to Long Jump finishing 6th in the A (Sophie), 4th in the B (Amelia) and 7th in the non-scorer (Summer), respectively. Summer also tried her hand at the Javelin, finishing 5th in the A-String.

U17 Men

A good turnout for the U17 men!

A huge well done to Finley Maynard, finishing 1st in the A-String of the 100m and the 200m, with a very comfortable performance. Team mate Thomas Watton, finished 1st in the B-String of the 100m and 200m, with another comfortable performance. Well done! Another well done to Evan Puttick, finishing 1st in the 200m and 2nd in the 200m non-scorers.

Well done to Akolade, debuting his first 200m event, finishing 1st position in the 200m non-scorers.

The fantastic 4 (Finley, Thomas, Evan and Akolade) then went on to compete in the 4 x 100m relay, finishing 1st position.

Another well done to Sam Archer, joining the team to compete in the 1500m and finishing 2nd in the A-string.

Adding to his track success, Thomas Watton sealed a 2nd position finish for the Long Jump.

U17 Women

A huge well done to Althea Johnson, finishing 3rd in both the 100m and 200m A-String, and team mate Louise Taylor finishing 2nd in the 100m B-string and finishing 2nd in the 300m A-String.

Moving on to the jumps, a huge well done to Emma Sedgwick finishing 2nd in the Long Jump A-String, and Althea Johnson who finished 4th in the Long Jump. Emma also went on to finish 1st in the High Jump, despite suffering an injury. Well done all!

The next match will be on the 2ist of May at Shildon, details are on the events calendar, it is a different timetable, come and take in an exciting athletic development league.

NEYDL Manger Andrew Simpson

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