Junior track and field league for U13, U15 and U17 age groups plus Under 11 Quadkids.
24 teams from across the South and South West compete in the Wessex League. There are 4 rounds of matches, with each round made up of 4 different fixtures containing 6 teams.
The competition is open to all athletes in the U13, U15 and U17 age groups, with points awarded to two scorers (“A” and “B”) in each event in each age group. Consequently many points can be won by fielding full teams. Points in each fixture earn match points which accrue over the season to determine the overall winner.
Teams have to be submitted prior to each fixture, so team managers usually mail all athletes a week or two beforehand to arrange the teams. If you wish to be included in these messages please ensure you contact the appropriate team manager to be added to their distribution list.
In addition to the scorers there are a few places available at each match for non-scorers. Invariably demand exceeds supply so team managers tend to rotate non-scorers so that everyone gets a chance to compete. Changes can be made on the day, but we try to keep these to a minimum.
Each club can put forward 20 athletes (10 boys, 10 girls) to take part in 4 fixed disciplines: 75m, 600m, Long Jump, Howler throw. Points are scored by each individual depending on performance in each event, with the leading 4 scorers counting towards the team’s total.
Visit the Wessex League website for more information.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced athlete, our friendly and supportive club welcomes runners, jumpers and throwers of all ages and abilities.
