WCAC News #422, 21-04-23
OUT OF BOUNDS
Unfortunately, due to faults with the EPSV hammer cage, the throws D area has been cordoned off and that area is now out of bounds until the dangerous situation is addressed and resolved.
The only area in use for javelin training and competition until further notice is the high jump D.
TEAM MANAGERS NEEDED
The club is looking for parents to team manage at our four fixtures in the Cheshire Track and Field League. If you can help, please contact Dennis ASAP at: [email protected].
EPSV TRACK & FIELD TRAINING SESSIONS
Due to the Council Elections, the Club will be using the EPSV track from 5.30-7pm on Thursday 4th May.
Brio are asking that all visitors use the parking bays and do not park by the fence next to the 3g pitch.
Brio are open during normal hours on Saturday 6th May (Coronation Day), so training will be taking place as normal between 10am and 12 noon.
PLEASE RENEW YOUR CLUB MEMBERSHIP
Calling all athletes! Please renew your membership. If you have not rejoined you will not be selected to compete in upcoming competitions, as only current members details are shared with team managers.
If you are having difficulty renewing, please contact Jane Pughe at: [email protected]
CHESHIRE TRACK & FIELD LEAGUE ROUND ONE @ EPSV ON SUNDAY APRIL 23RD
The Club is hosting the opening round of the Cheshire Track & Field League at Ellesmere Port Sports Village this Sunday (23rd April) and needs your support. There are events for all age groups, from under 11s through to veterans and the day starts at 11.45am with a 3,000m race. Dennis would be grateful if anyone is available to help set-up equipment from 9am, officiate/volunteer from 11.45am, and tidy away from 4.30pm.
CAN YOU SPARE JUST ONE MORNING THIS YEAR TO HELP YOUR CLUB?
Can you spare a morning to help the club by volunteering as a marshal at the Chester Half Marathon this year on Sunday 21st May?
We need as many volunteers as possible for this event as it results in important support from the race organisers which is used towards equipment and facilities costs etc, helping us to keep subscriptions down.
Volunteers will be allocated to one of three zones which West Cheshire AC has responsibility for. Detailed arrangements will be confirmed closer to the time but individuals will be asked to help between approximately 08:15 and 12:30.
If you are able to bring friends or family to help too the extra hands would be hugely appreciated. Children are welcome but please let me know if you will have any under 16s with you so that we can allocate to suitable positions.
All volunteer marshals receive a full race goody bag, including technical t-shirt and light refreshments. Please email Ian at: [email protected] and include βChester Half 2023β in the subject line if you could help.
CLUB TREASURER VACANCY
Our Club Treasurer, Darren Shillington, is stepping down from his post at the Club’s next AGM, so the club requires someone to replace him. If you are interested and would like more details, please email Darren at: [email protected]
THIS SUNDAY – BORDERS ROAD RUNNING LEAGUE FIXTURE
Please remember to support your Club at this Sunday’s latest round of the Borders Road Running League being held from Delamere Forest (10am start). Further details can be found here: https://www.bordersleague.org.uk/fixtures/
THIS WEEKEND:
SATURDAY 22nd APRIL – West Cheshire AC Training Sessions, at Ellesmere Port Sports Village Athletics Track (10am-12 noon).
SUNDAY 23rd APRIL – Borders Road Running League, at Delamere Forest, (10am start): https://www.bordersleague.org.uk/fixtures/
SUNDAY 23rd APRIL – Cheshire Track & Field League Round One, at Ellesmere Port Sports Village, (11.45am start).
Good luck to all our athletes and officials!
CHESHIRE TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN
Entries are now open for the Cheshire Track & Field Championship being held at Ellesmere Port Sports Village on Saturday and Sunday, 13th and 14th May. The closing date for entries is 7th May. You will need to create or sign in to an account with Roster Athletics to enter online. There will be no late entries or entries on the day. NO REFUNDS. Junior athletes (u13-u17s) can enter a maximum of 3 events in one day, U20s can enter a maximum of 5. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 in each age group. The online entry link can be found here: www.cheshireaa.com
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Many happy returns to the following club members who celebrate their birthdays this week:
Mike Lamb, Glen Hoskin, Tony Kennedy, Daniel Kulig, Amelia Owen, Philip Renondeau, William Astley, Freddie Cogan-Williams, Florence Evans, Charlie Lucas.
And next week: Wullie McGarrell, Paul Cain, Eloise Eccles, Katrina Hughes, Daniel Thwaites, Fred Lucas, Callum Stow-Povall, Martha Storey, Jayden Bowden, Holly Coates, Olivia Hamilton, Matthew McCreadie.
PARK HALL 5km ROAD RACE
Oswestry Olympians are organising the Park Hall 5k road race on Friday 23rd June (7.30pm race start). More details and entry here.
ONLINE CLUB KIT SHOP
The club now has an online club shop selling a range of items. Please take at look at this link using WCAC2023 as the password:Β
https://www.malookasports.com/product-category/teamwear/west-cheshire-athletics-club/
INVITATION TO BOOK ON A TIMEKEEPERS COURSE
The club is hosting a timekeepers’ course in the EPSV Trackside Room on Thursday 27th April, between 6.30pm-9pm.
Please support the course and book at this link: https://www.athleticshub.co.uk/login?s_id=e828a58b9fff532906660905c056f804
CLUB DISCOUNT AT UP & RUNNING STORE
Up and Running have an exciting opportunity for club members to get an extra 10% off in their Bridge Street Row, Chester store on sale items if using the code: CLUBSALE10. All club members will also get 10% off full priced items in store using: CLUB10. Offer is available whilst stock lasts or until 23rdΒ April 2023.
CLUB FIXTURES CARD
The club summer fixtures card is now available for you to pick up from the EPSV track office.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Club members achieved personal bests at the weekend. Please see this link for a full report: https://www.westcheshireac.co.uk/news/
OPEN TRACK & FIELD MEETINGS
As well as the club’s open track and field meetings last month there are a number of other fixtures being organised. Here is a list with entry links, and entry forms can also be found on the track office container door:Β
Monday 24th April – Wirral AC Evening Open Meeting for U15s, U17s, U20s & Seniors: www.race-results.co.uk
Wednesday 26th April – Wirral AC Evening Open Meeting for U9s, U11s, U13s, and U15s: www.race-results.co.uk
