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Adaptive Athletics – September 2021 update
After extensive refurbishment at Yate Outdoor Sports Complex, attention turned to the issues surrounding inclusion and community athletics for all. Following discussions with potential partners across the South West, and after meetings with England Athletics, it was confirmed that YOSC was the ideal venue for development of an open and developing athletics programme for all level and abilities.
JUNIOR ACADEMY SESSIONS RELAUNCHED
Great news! Our Junior Academy sessions are beginning to get up and running again – albeit looking slightly different than they did before.
2021 AGM
Date for your diaries...
Our AGM will be at 7pm on 1st March, via Zoom.
Andrew Moyes – New Officials Co-ordinator
We are very pleased to introduce you to Andrew Moyes – our new Officials Co-ordinator.
June 2021 roundup
Now that the season is well and truly underway, we thought it would be a good opportunity to share an update, and to expand on any of our regular social media posts.
England Athletics Regional Awards Night
England Athletics are hosting their annual volunteer awards presentation tonight, via the medium of Zoom.
These awards are intended to "honour the fantastic contribution that volunteers make to our sport – shining a spotlight on the dedication, inspiration and hard work that they bring to athletics and running week on week".
Athlete Shelter
It was while I was taking a break at work, during the mini heatwave we had earlier this year, I first noticed an old bike shed in the factory car park.
2020 AGM – Chairmans Report
CHAIRMANS REPORT FOR THE AGM HELD ON FEBRUARY 27th 2020
2020 English Schools – Virtual Competition
This year is the first since World War Two that the ESAA Championships have been cancelled.
To try and fill the gap, they are offering an exciting and innovative virtual athletics competition
June 2021 roundup
Now that the season is well and truly underway, we thought it would be a good opportunity to share an update, and to expand on any of our regular social media posts.
2021 Yate Relay For Life – Team Captain wanted!
ABOUT RELAY FOR LIFE
Relay For Life is a family festival celebrating the power of community fundraising in the fight to beat cancer. Teams fundraise for life-saving cancer research then unite at a weekend-long festival to celebrate and remember everyone who has been affected by cancer.
Coaching update and AGM
Great News, Westbury Harriers have 3 coaches at the track on…
Return to competition – The latest known information
England Athletics have today (17th June 2020) issued a revised plan with regards a potential return to competition.
This can be viewed here
County Schools / Avon T&F League / Senior Midland Championships
It has been a busy weekend for athletes from Yate & District AC. The club had a host of young people – and some not so young people – at big meetings on both Saturday and Sunday.
Track Officials course – 15th March
Pat & Tony need your help!
With an even larger competition load this year our officials are going to be stretched to their limits. We are desperate for more people to help them out and share the load.
Return to competition – The latest known information
England Athletics have today (17th June 2020) issued a revised plan with regards a potential return to competition.
This can be viewed here
Adaptive Athletics – September 2021 update
After extensive refurbishment at Yate Outdoor Sports Complex, attention turned to the issues surrounding inclusion and community athletics for all. Following discussions with potential partners across the South West, and after meetings with England Athletics, it was confirmed that YOSC was the ideal venue for development of an open and developing athletics programme for all level and abilities.
June 2021 roundup
Now that the season is well and truly underway, we thought it would be a good opportunity to share an update, and to expand on any of our regular social media posts.
Fundraising Update
There are a few landmark payments on our two fundraising schemes that we are proud to be celebrating with you:
Third National Lockdown – January 2021
Further to the Prime Minister's national address this evening, we're sorry to inform you that YOSC will be closing with immediate effect
2020 Indoor T&F round-up
OPEN MEETINGS
18/19th January - Both Phoebe Havard and Dan Brooks...
July 24th Gazette Report (round-up)
The following report appears in the Yate & Sodbury Gazette:
TOBY Conibear – fresh from a Brimsham Green School band tour to Holland – competed for England in the Home International Schools competition, writes Stuart Nunn.
GB Masters Medals for our athletes!
The weekend of 11-12th March provided the first opportunity of…
2021/22 MEMBERSHIPS NOW OPEN
It's that time of year again! We are excited to announce we are now taking applications and renewals for the 2021/22 season.
June 2021 roundup
Now that the season is well and truly underway, we thought it would be a good opportunity to share an update, and to expand on any of our regular social media posts.
2021 National Athletics League, Club Rankings & 2022 Higher Claim
Looking ahead to Season 2022, If promotion/relegation is introduced the team should be in with a chance to be promoted.
Track Officials course – 15th March
Pat & Tony need your help!
With an even larger competition load this year our officials are going to be stretched to their limits. We are desperate for more people to help them out and share the load.
August 23rd? We are on track!
Yate & District AC are hosting their third COVID-Secure Open Meeting this coming Sunday (23rd August). This time its solely for track athletes who compete in events 300m-800m (including hurdles).
Round up – May 9th
UPPER YDL: Congratulations to Team Avon who won the 1st...
2021 SPORTSHALL
COULD YOU BE ONE OF OUR NEXT SPORTSHALL TEAM MANAGERS?
Following our debut in 2019, we have once again been invited to take part in the Gloucestershire Sportshall League and we are looking for some volunteers to help make it happen.
Return to competition – The latest known information
England Athletics have today (17th June 2020) issued a revised plan with regards a potential return to competition.
This can be viewed here
Coronavirus update
in accordance with advice received from England Athletics this morning, we have decided to suspend all formal athletics training with immediate effect.
The Yate/Westbury alliance – a reminder
The job of running an athletics club is never an easy one. With both Yate & District Athletic Club and Westbury Harriers struggling, they decided to discus their situations and in April 1997 agreed to form a partnership.
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June 2021 roundup
Now that the season is well and truly underway, we thought it would be a good opportunity to share an update, and to expand on any of our regular social media posts.
5th April 2020 – Sprints & Hurdles Open Meeting
We are excited to announce that entry for our Sprints & Hurdles Open Meeting is NOW OPEN!
Return to competition – The latest known information
England Athletics have today (17th June 2020) issued a revised plan with regards a potential return to competition.
This can be viewed here
