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QLA Parent Handbook - gladstoneathletics.com.au
2015/16 Yearbook & Parent Handbook WELCOME TO THE WONDERFUL SPORT OF LITTLE ATHLETICS! We trust that you will enjoy the experience of learning new skills with your child. Little Athletics is an activity for the whole family to enjoy and we certainly hope you enjoy contributing to your child’s development. This handbook will provide you with an overview of the programs and services that are available for you and your child through Little Athletics Queensland. Your local Centre Committee will provide you with most details you require during the weekly Little Athletics activities and should be your first point of contact for any additional information. Alternatively, visit the Little Athletics Queensland (LAQ) website at www.laq.org.au or contact the Association Office on (07) 3255 9436 (metropolitan area) or 1300 559 436 (outside Brisbane). www.laq.org.au TABLE OF CONTENTS Little Athletics Story.......................................................................3 Personnel........................................................................................4 General Information........................................................................6 What to Wear to Little Athletics......................................................8 Age Groups in Little Athletics.......................................................11 How to Get Involved......................................................................11 Know Your Events.........................................................................12 Track.........................................................................................12 Field...........................................................................................13 McDonalds Achievement Levels...................................................14 LAQ Codes of Conduct..................................................................16 LAQ Rules & Policies.....................................................................19 Association Competitions.............................................................20 LAQ Calendar of Events................................................................21 Development & Transition of Athletes..........................................22 LAQ Coaching Program...............................................................22 The CAPS Program.....................................................................23 Senior Athletics...........................................................................24 LAQ Officials Scheme...................................................................26 LAQ AGM & Annual Conference....................................................26 LAQ Awards..................................................................................27 LAQ State Team............................................................................35 Queensland Best Performances...................................................36 Individual....................................................................................38 Relays........................................................................................44 Multi Event / Pentathlon..............................................................46 1 2 www.laq.org.au Welcome to the wonderful sport of Little Athletics! We trust that you will enjoy the experience of learning new skills with your child. Little Athletics is an activity for the whole family to enjoy and we certainly hope you enjoy contributing to your child’s development. This handbook will provide you with an overview of the programs and services that are available for you and your child through Little Athletics Queensland. Your local Centre Committee will provide you with most details you require during the weekly Little Athletics activities and should be your first point of contact for any additional information. Alternatively, visit the Little Athletics Queensland (LAQ) website at www.laq.org.au or contact the Association Office on (07) 3255 9436 (metropolitan area) or 1300 559 436 (outside Brisbane). THE LITTLE ATHLETICS STORY Originating in Victoria during the early 1960’s, Little Athletics was developed for children that were too young to compete in senior Athletics. Co-founder Alan Triscott’s idea in 1973, to bring Little Athletics to Queensland, began with several public meetings in Brisbane. MISSION STATEMENT As a result of these meetings, the first Little Athletics Centre was established in Redcliffe. Now, the Association has 105 Centres located throughout Queensland. Athletes participate in weekly competitions at their local Centre across a range of events. EQUITY The Little Athletics motto of ‘Family, Fun and Fitness’ highlights that it is a community activity involving the whole family on a weekly basis. Athletes are encouraged to improve their own performances, sportsmanship and social skills, throughout the season. “Little Athletics aims to develop children of all abilities by promoting positive attitudes and a healthy lifestyle through family and community involvement in Athletic activities.” LAQ aims to guarantee all children and adults access to a complete range of participation, training and competition opportunities and to ensure equity in all aspects of Athletics, including the provision of rewards and incentives, coaching, officiating and administration. LAQ recognises seven equity areas, which include: gender, disabilities, older adults, Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders, non-English speakers, employment status and isolated communities. Each of the events offered is age appropriate according to motor development and a gradual process of skill learning, supported by the National Junior Sports Framework. 3 PERSONNEL PATRON Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley, AC Governor of Queensland LAQ LIFE MEMBERS George Harvey (1984) Ken Watson (1991) Alison Quirke (1998) Andrea Harvey (2001) Paul O’Brien OAM (2002) (d’cd) Frank Knight (2003) (d’cd) Deanna Price (2006) Ray Robins (2007) Brian Johnston (2008) (d’cd) Barrie Cox (2012) Karen Wolfenden (2012) Ann Bell (2013) Edward Fabian (2013) Len Price (2015) Don Yourell (2015) AUSTRALIAN LITTLE ATHLETICS LIFE MEMBERS FROM QLD George Harvey (1996) Tony Libke (2004) Alison Quirke (2010) Marjorie McNamara (2010) AUSTRALIAN LITTLE ATHLETICS MERIT AWARDS FROM QLD Alison Quirke (2006) Marjorie McNamara (2008) BOARD OF DIRECTORS – 2015/16 DIRECTORS President Tony Northey General Director Ralph Newton Vice President Darryl Dickson General Director Paul Langton Finance Director Roslyn McAlister General Director Donna Smith General Director Adam White 4 www.laq.org.au STAFF Chief Executive Officer Simon Cook Snr Development Officer Shaun Lethem Operations Manager Shannon Kruger Development Officer Gerrard Keating Finance Administrator Amanda-Jayne Noble Projects Assistant Bianca Lunt Projects Officer Karen Lunt Regional Support Officer (SQ) Shane Thomas Membership Services Officer Ngaire Hollands Regional Support Officer (NQ) Kate Macrae COMMITTEE MEMBERS – 2015/16 COMPETITION Barrie Cox OFFICIALS Jenny Boardman Val Hooper Ruth Boustead Eddie Fabian Les Gearey Wayne Kelly Donna Smith Wendy Wilson Janine Ritter 5 GENERAL INFORMATION LAQ AFFILIATED CENTRES The Little Athletics season runs from 1st April to 31st March the following year and Centres generally operate a summer or winter season. Queensland is divided into 11 Regions for the purpose of the Little Athletics competitions. The following is the list of the current affiliated Centres in Queensland: Tropical North Central North Maranoa Cairns Anakie & District Charleville & District Cassowary Coast Agnes Water Dirranbandi & District Cooktown Bargara Goondiwindi Douglas Shire Biloela Mitchell & District Marlin Coast Gin Gin St George Mulgrave Gracemere Tara & District Ravenshoe Moura Texas Tablelands North Rockhampton Tully Yeppoon North Queensland Metro North Charters Towers Arana North Mackay Aspley Townsville Central Bracken Ridge Wulguru City North Redcliffe Strathpine The Gap 6 www.laq.org.au Central Coast Downs & South West Metro West Boyne Tannum Border Blues Centenary Bundaberg Chinchilla Colleges Burrum & District Dalby Forest Lake Eidsvold Highfields & District Goodna Gayndah Laidley Ipswich Gladstone Mt Tarampa Kenmore Hervey Bay Pittsworth Rosewood Isis District Roma Souths Maryborough Ropehill Toowong Harriers Monto Toowoomba Central West Bundaberg Toowoomba South Upper Lockyer Warwick South East South Coast Sun Coast Algester Ashmore Bli Bli Balmoral Beaudesert & District Caboolture Beenleigh Byron Bay Caloundra Browns Plains Gold Coast Cooloola Coast Jimboomba Helensvale Deception Bay Mt Gravatt Tamborine Mountain Glasshouse District Redlands Mudgeeraba Gympie Springwood Runaway Bay Maleny Sunnybank Tweed Maroochy Wynnum Manly Nambour Noosa South Burnett University of the Sunshine Coast Wamuran 7 WHAT TO WEAR AT LITTLE ATHLETICS The athlete must wear appropriate footwear and the approved Centre uniform when participating in Athletics events. Please note all approved Centre uniforms must comply with LAQ’s Uniform Policy. Children and parents are strongly encouraged to wear hats and sunscreen to all Little Athletics events and bring along a water bottle to aid hydration. LAQ requires all athletes to wear the provided registration number and age label at all times (e.g. Centre, Region and State competitions). This is a safety, procedural and sponsorship requirement. It also allows other parents to know your child’s name and age group, especially in the case of an accident or emergency, so that the child’s name and medical conditions can be quickly accessed. MERCHANDISE The Association has various coaching resources and a complete range of merchandise for sale. To place an order, simply visit the LAQ website to view these items. 8 www.laq.org.au 9 10 www.laq.org.au AGE GROUPS IN LITTLE ATHLETICS TINY TOTS UNDER 6 Centres have the option of providing a Tiny Tots program for three and four year old children, with the allowance for a Centre to register the Tiny Tot only if he/she is a sibling of an older (Under 6 - Under 17) registered Little Athlete. The parent / guardian of the Tiny Tot athlete must be present and working at the Centre while the child is participating. The events offered for U6’s include 70m, 100m, 300m Walk, Shot Put, Discus and Long Jump. The U6 age group only competes at their own Centre and other Centre carnivals. Athletes in this age group are not able to compete up an age group. Tiny Tots activities do not include times, places or measurements. The maximum distance permissible for running is 60m. Other fun events can also be added to their program in accordance with endorsed LAQ programs. A registration number will be provided for each Tiny Tot and uniforms are optional, but they must be Sunsafe. Tiny Tots do not take participate in activities outside their Centre competition. UNDER 7 – UNDER 17 The events offered and the equipment specifications vary depending on the age of your child. The LAQ Rules of Competition Handbook, which is available through your Centre, lists the summary of events for each age group as well as the specifications for each event. HOW TO GET INVOLVED All parents are strongly encouraged to participate at their local Centre in any number of ways. However you choose to volunteer your time, your assistance is greatly appreciated, as without your support, the athletes would not be able to participate. Your Centre may have a parent roster and/or levy to encourage maximum support of parents. Your Centre Committee can provide you with further details regarding this. assistance is required at all events. Parents of nominating athletes, are required to help fulfill these roles. The LAQ Officials Scheme offers various levels of accreditation suitable for officiating at Centre competitions. You can also gain qualifications to officiate at State level competitions and can even progress to Athletics Australia levels. Further details can be found on page ?? or on the LAQ website. For further details about each of the Little Athletics events, please refer to page 12 of this booklet. The Carnivals and Championships conducted by LAQ rely solely on volunteer officials. Key officials are appointed at the beginning of each season. However, additional 11 KNOW YOUR EVENTS This guide has been written for parents to provide basic information about all the events that make up a weekly program at most Centres. Should you require further information about the rules, event or equipment specifications, please contact your Centre. Hurdles are built to tumble easily when knocked provided they are hurdled from the correct direction. Hurdles must never be jumped from the reverse direction as they will not tumble and could cause serious injury. During the Little Athletics season, you will be encouraged to help out in many different ways to enable your child to compete each week. Every parent is an important part of the Little Athletics family and without your help, it would be difficult to conduct events for your child. Parents, like our athletes have different levels of experience and talents. Remember, all parents at your Centre are volunteers and are giving up their time for the betterment of the athletes. Relays are one of the few opportunities that athletes have to compete as a team. Some Centres run relays as part of their weekly program, others enter teams into Association’s Region and State Relay Championships. Relay track teams consist of four runners who each run a set distance (eg. 70m, 100m, 200m, 400m or 800m) according to the type of relay. The athletes carry a baton, which must be passed onto the next runner. This change must take place within the specified change over zone. For field events at Region Relays, any number of athletes may enter with final results determined by individual performances being added together. The Starters commands for relay races are the same as that for sprints. TRACK Sprints Sprints are short running events, from 60m up to and including the 400m. Prior to the start of a sprint event, the athletes are placed in individual lanes and the Starter will give the commands “On Your Marks”, “Set” and then fire the gun for the athletes to start racing. Distance Distance races for Little Athletes are 800m (U9 – U17) and 1500m (U11 – U17). Prior to the start of a distance event, athletes may be placed in either a pack start (for larger groups) or in allocated lanes. The Starter will give the command “On Your Marks” and then fire the gun for the athletes to start racing. Hurdles Hurdle races are simply sprint events with hurdles placed at set distances apart in each lane. The heights of the hurdles change with the age of the athletes. They start at 45cm and go up to 76cm in height. The distances of the races range from 60m to 200m. All hurdle races are run in lanes. Athletes may need some coaching and practice with low training hurdles before they try the real thing. The Starters commands for hurdle races are the same as that for sprints. 12 www.laq.org.au Relays Race Walking Race Walking is a distance event, therefore the start is conducted as a pack start. Walking races include the 700m, 1100m or 1500m distances, however, some Centres may have shorter distances for younger age groups. Race Walking is a progression of steps taken so that the walker makes contact with the ground, and that no visible loss on contact occurs. The advancing leg shall be straightened (ie. not bent at the knee) from the moment of first contact with the ground until the vertical upright position. The Starters command for race walking is the same as that for distance events. FIELD Shot Put Long Jump The Shot Put event area consists of a throwing circle, a stop board and a landing area (sector). The Shot is a metal ball and its weight and size varies, according to the age of the athlete. To begin the throw, the athlete stands in the circle and the Shot shall be put from the shoulder with one hand only. The Shot shall touch, or be in close proximity to the neck or chin and the hand shall not be dropped below this position during the action of putting. The athlete must wait until the Shot has landed, before walking out the back of the circle. The Shot must land completely inside the marked sector. Athletes usually have three throws. The Long Jump event area includes a runway (grass, dirt, asphalt or synthetic material) and a sand pit. The athletes run in between the lines along the runway until they reach the take-off area, and then drive themselves into the air off one foot, landing in the pit. U6 – U12 athletes take-off from a mat covered in sand. U13 – U17 athletes use a 20cm take-off board. Athletes usually have three jumps. They must ensure that their take-off foot is on or behind the mat / board and land in the sand pit. Athletes must exit the pit forward of the mark they made on landing. A foul jump will be recorded if any type of somersaulting is used. Triple Jump Triple Jump uses the same event area as Long Jump. It also has the same basic rules and is measured the same way as Long Jump. The runway has lines marked at 2 metre intervals usually from 5m, 7m and 9m and the athlete chooses which of these lines will be their take-off mark. For U11 – U12 athletes a mat is used. U13 – U17 athletes take-off from the board or a line marked on the runway. Athletes usually have three jumps. Triple Jump has three distinct stages – hop, step and jump. High Jump The High Jump event area consists of landing mats, two uprights, a bar and a measuring stick. The athlete must run up, take-off from one foot, clear the bar and land on the mats, without causing the bar to be knocked off the stand. Each athlete has three attempts to clear each height. If they successfully clear the height on the first or second attempt, they must wait until the bar is raised before having another jump. The athlete may pass if they wish. For the U8 – U11 age groups, the scissors technique must be used. With the U12 – U17 age groups, the Fosbury flop technique maybe used. Discus The Discus event area consists of a circle, a landing area (sector) and a cage / net. A discus is a rubber, synthetic or wooden disc, which varies in weight and size, according to the age of the athlete. It is thrown from the circle and must land completely inside the marked sector. All officials and other athletes must be outside the cage / net when an athlete is throwing. Discus rules are very similar to Shot Put, except that there is no specific rule about how the Discus must be thrown. Javelin The Javelin event area consists of a runway and a landing area (sector). The athlete must hold the Javelin at the grip. It must be thrown over the shoulder or upper arm and must strike the ground with the tip of the metal head first. It doesn’t have to stick into the ground. As the Javelin is a spear-like implement, all athletes and officials must carry the Javelin in an upright position and it must be walked back for retrieval. Everyone should stay clear of the immediate area, unless involved in the event and always make sure that you can see the Javelin at all times. Athletes usually have three throws. 13 MCDONALDS ACHIEVEMENT LEVELS The McDonald’s achievement levels are calculated from the performance averages attained by Queensland’s Little Athletes over the years. The first level is the green level, which is within reach of all athletes. This level represents a good level of performance. A red level represents a very good performance, and is achievable by approximately 65% of athletes. A blue level represents an excellent performance achievable by approximately 20% of athletes. Levels for each age group and all events are detailed on the pink (girls) or blue (boys) achievement cards. To receive a McDonald’s achievement award certificate, an athlete must reach the relevant level in all events applicable to their age group in three event groups. For example, an U13 athlete would be awarded a green level certificate if they were to equal or better the green level times and distances in (1) Hurdles: 60m Hurdles and 200m Hurdles, (2) Sprints: 70m, 100m and 200m and in (3) Throws: Discus, Javelin and Shot Put. Any event group combination can be used to meet the criteria as long as the levels in three event groups are attained. Should an athlete not reach the green level in any of the event groups, the Centre may award a green certificate for attendance. 14 www.laq.org.au 15 LAQ CODES OF CONDUCT Sport has a very special place in Australian society. We are proud of our sporting tradition and look up to our sporting champions from whatever field of endeavour. Winning of course is a vital part of that tradition, but not as important as the spirit in which the majority of those Australian heroes have played their sport. That spirit stems from our commitment to fair play. ATHLETES •Be a good sport. Respect all good performances whether from your Centre or the opponents and shake hands with and thank the opposing athletes and officials after the event – win, lose or draw. • Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit. • Always respect the official’s decision. • Never become involved in acts of foul play. •Honour both the spirit and intention of the competition rules and live up the highest ideals of ethics and sportsmanship. Avoid gamesmanship and respect the traditions of the sport. •Never engage in disrespectful conduct of any sort including profanity, sledging, obscene gestures, offensive remarks, trash-talking, taunting or other actions that are demeaning to other athletes, officials or supporters. •Care for and respect the facilities and equipment made available to you during training and competition. •Safeguard your health. Don’t use any illegal or unhealthy substances. •Recognise that officials and coaches are volunteers who give up their time to provide their services. Treat them with the utmost respect. •Do not bet or otherwise financially speculate, directly or indirectly, on the outcome or any other aspect of a Little Athletics event or competition in which you are involved. 16 www.laq.org.au PARENTS / SPECTATORS •Condemn all violent or illegal acts, whether they are by athletes, coaches, officials, parents or spectators. •Respect the official’s decisions. Don’t complain or argue about actions or decisions during or after an event. •Unsportsmanlike language, harassment or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated. •Encourage athletes to play by the rules and to respect opposing athletes and officials. •Never ridicule or scorn an athlete for making a mistake, respect their efforts. •Understand that sport is part of a total life experience, and the benefits of involvement go far beyond the final placing of an event. •Participate in positive cheering that encourages the athletes in the Centre you are supporting. Don’t engage in any cheering that taunts or intimidates opponents, their fans or officials. •Remember that children participate in Little Athletics for their own enjoyment, not yours! •At all times follow the directions of the Arena Manager and/or other competition day officials. •Never arrive at a Little Athletics competition under the influence of alcohol. Never bring alcohol to a Little Athletics competition or training. COACHES OFFICIALS •Actively discourage foul play and/or unsportsmanlike behaviour by athletes. •Be impartial! Also, be consistent, objective and courteous. •Seek to maximise the participation and enjoyment of all athletes regardless of ability; avoid the tendency to over-use a talented athlete; treat all athletes as equals, regardless of their talent. •Place the safety and welfare of the athletes above all else. Be alert to minimise dangerous physical play, fair or foul, especially competition days. •Show concern and caution towards all sick and injured athletes. Follow the advice of a physician and/or sports trainer to the letter when determining when an injured athlete is ready to recommence training or competition. •Avoid any form of verbal contact with coaches, team officials, parents and spectators during competition. •Teach athletes that an honest effort and competing to the best of their ability is as important as victory. •Condemn all and every instance of unsportsmanlike, foul or unfair play. •Maintain a thorough knowledge of the rules of competition and keep abreast of current coaching methods. Maintain or improve your current accreditation level. •Set a good example by the way you dress, speak and act towards athletes, coaches, officials, parents and spectators. •Always consider the health, safety and welfare of the athletes. • Accept responsibility for all actions taken. •Avoid any situation which may lead to a conflict of interest, both on and off the field. •Show concern and caution towards sick and injured athletes. • Officiate to the age and/or experience of the athletes. •Teach young athletes to realise that there is a big gap between their ability and the professional athlete. Do not coach them as if they are professionals. •Ensure that your coaching reflects the level of the competition being involved with and don’t be a ‘winner at all costs’ coach. •As coach, conduct yourself at all times, and in all situations, in a manner that shows leadership, respect for the sport of Little Athletics and respect for all those that are involved in the sport – athletes, officials, spectators, parents and the media. 17 18 www.laq.org.au LAQ RULES & POLICIES LAQ has several policies in place that Centres must adhere to and educate parents, coaches, officials and athletes to ensure that all participate are in a safe and healthy environment. The following is only a selection of these rules and policies: Child Protection – LAQ is committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers that work for Little Athletics Queensland and its affiliates are assessed (where appropriate) for their suitability to work with children under the Commission for Children and Young People Act 2000 (Qld). Sun Safety - The health of participants is of primary concern to Little Athletics Queensland. It is acknowledged that skin cancer is a major public health problem in Australia and in particular Queensland. Therefore LAQ and its affiliated Centres are committed to adhering to a strict uniform and sun safe policy. Non Smoking - Smoking shall not be permitted in any competition, canteen or spectator areas during any Little Athletics competition. Little Athletics understands the harmful effects of smoking on health, fitness and performance in sport. Risk Management - LAQ and its affiliated Centres are committed to the health, safety and well being of all its members and dedicated to providing a safe environment for participating in Athletic activities. Footwear - Footwear is compulsory in all Track and Field events at all LAQ competition levels including Centre, Zone and State. Zero Tolerance - LAQ does not tolerate abuse in any of its forms, and has developed the policy to clearly outline the processes and penalties to be applied. LAQ recognises the importance of providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all those who participate in Little Athletics in Queensland. The policy is to be used, where applicable, in conjunction with the LAQ Codes of Conduct and the relevant Constitution. Guidelines for Exercise & Hydration in Extreme Temperatures - These guidelines may vary between Centres and adapted to suit local conditions and requirements. The guidelines were developed to provide some guidance to Centres should an unusual weather situation occur. Drugs In Sport - LAQ is totally opposed to the use of any banned substances and use of any artificial aids for the purpose of obtaining an advantage in competition, totally opposed to the use of illegal recreational drugs and recognises the role of the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) in the development of policies pertaining to drugs in sport. The ASADA banned substances list can be obtained from www.asada.gov.au Please visit the LAQ website www.laq.org.au for a complete copy of these and other policies. Centre Rules & Policies All Little Athletics Centres have various rules and policies which are formulated in the best interest of the athletes and members. Please ensure that you familiarise yourself with them. Insurance LAQ, through its affiliation with Little Athletics Australia, provides insurance for all Little Athletics participants, Centre Committee members, Centre coaches and officials. All Centres have been supplied with a Little Athletics Australia Insurance information and the Personal Injury Claim Form. Centres will be aware of the information contained in the Little Athletics Australia Insurance program and should, in turn make their members aware of their rights and responsibilities under this program. If you or your child is injured at the Centre, you should ask the Centre for further information regarding insurance. 19 ASSOCIATION COMPETITIONS LAQ conducts several Championships, including the McDonald’s Winter Championships (June / July), McDonald’s State Relay Championships (December), and McDonald’s State Championships (March). Other competitions offered, where participation is by nomination include the Medibank Senior Carnival & Junior Pentathlon (November), McDonald’s Regional Relays, Nordic Sport Regional Championships and the Junior Carnival & Senior Pentathlon (March). 20 www.laq.org.au The Association’s competitions are based on the IAAF rules with specific modifications for Little Athletics. These modifications are listed in the LAQ Rules of Competition Handbook, which is available through your Centre Committee. The rules and regulations are reviewed at the LAQ Annual Conference. All Centre competitions are based on these rules, although some may be slightly modified to suit the individual Centre. LAQ CALENDAR OF EVENTS Event Competition Date Nordic Sport Winter Regional Championships August & September 2015 Various Venues Set by the Regional Committees Spring Carnival 26 September 2015 Bundaberg Regional Athletics Facility, Bundaberg Medibank Senior Carnival / Junior Pentathlon 1 November 2015 State Athletics Facility, Nathan McDonald’s Regional Relays 7-8 November Various Venues Set by the Regional Committees OR 14-15 November 2015 McDonald’s State Relay Championships 12 December 2015 State Athletics Facility, Nathan Nordic Sport Summer Regional Championships completed by Various Venues Set by the Regional Committees 14-15 February 2016 Junior Carnival / Senior Pentathlon 6 March 2016 State Athletics Facility, Nathan McDonald’s State Championships 18-20 March 2016 Queensland Sport & Athletics Centre, Nathan McDonald’s Winter Championships & U7 & 8’s Carnival 25-26 June 2016 Townsville Sports Reserve For complete details of the events and closing dates for nominations, please check with your Centre or contact the LAQ Office or visit the LAQ website. 21 DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSITION OF ATHLETES LAQ COACHING PROGRAM Introduction to Coaching (ITC) Courses LAQ organises and conducts the ITC’s courses throughout the state on behalf of the Australian Track and Field Coaches Association (ATFCA). The course is conducted over eight hours and covers all Track and Field events. The emphasis is placed on the practical aspect of coaching and there is no exam. There is a small course fee per participant and courses are conducted at various times throughout the year. Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Specialised, accredited coaches are employed to carry out all instructions. COMFORT INN & SUITES COACHING CAMPS LAQ offers two coaching camps each year. One during the Summer season, and one during the Winter season. Both camps cater for all athletes in the U7-U15 age groups and varying skill levels across all Track and Field events. Camp fees include accommodation (for boarders), meals, specific coaching in a variety of event disciplines by qualified coaches, entertainment and fun activities, hat, group photograph, spike bag, water bottle, booklet, attendance certificate and full supervision by experienced and accredited personnel. The Summer coaching camp, which is held in January and runs for 3-4 days, has places available for either boarders or day attendees with the only restriction being placed on U7 boarders who must be accompanied by a parent / guardian. The Winter coaching camp is held in the June / July school holidays and is a day attendee only camp. 22 www.laq.org.au MCDONALD’S ALL COMERS COACHING CLINICS The McDonald’s All Comers Coaching Clinics cater for all ages and skill levels across all track and field events. The program is designed to introduce beginner and intermediate level athletes to higher level coaching and development. All Coaching Clinics are conducted by ATFCA qualified coaches who will educate athletes in all discipline areas and will be conducted in a variety of formats to suit the Centre and athlete’s needs. The Clinics are offered in all Regions throughout the State. The Association aims to conduct a minimum of one McDonald’s All Comers Coaching Clinic per Region, per season. MCDONALD’S REGIONAL CLINICS Conducted over 2 days, the McDonald’s Regional Clinics focus on the individual event disciplines at a higher level than the All Comers Clinics. The athletes are split into groups according to their age so the coaches can provide a more tailored technique session that provides more focused skill development for the athletes across a range of events. THE CAPS PROGRAM The Challenge, Achievement, Pathways in Sport (CAPS) program is a leadership development program for young teenagers. The CAPS program rewards participants for their contribution to the sport not just for participating. Participants acquire lifelong skills, have fun, develop important networks and receive recognition from their sport. The choice of activities is flexible and will be determined by the individual’s area of interest. Participants may choose from administration, coaching, event / team management, officiating, sports health, sports participation. Anyone between the ages of 13 and 20 can enter the scheme as a participant. Each participant is allocated a Co-ordinator. The Co-ordinator’s role is to act as a mentor for the participant and to encourage progression through the CAPS program. CAPS has benefits for both the individual and the sport. The individual benefits through personal development, and the sport benefits by having an increased number of skilled and knowledgeable young members who may be available as volunteers at their local Centre. Further information and registration forms are available from your Centre, the LAQ Office or the LAQ website. 23 NEW ZEALAND DEVELOPMENT TOUR Little Athletics Queensland offers the New Zealand Development Tour to encourage our athletes to remain involved in Little Athletics throughout their senior years. It is anticipated that by doing this, it will encourage athletes to stay involved in the sport of Athletics as they move into adulthood. The purpose of the tour is a development opportunity for athletes of all levels and it is not necessary to be an elite athlete to take part in this Tour. Selected athletes will spend 8-9 days in New Zealand, travelling, training and competing at an Inter Provincial meeting against Teams from New Zealand’s South Island. A team of 20 athletes (10 boys and 10 girls) will be eligible for selection to compete at this competition. Only LAQ registered athletes in the U14, U15 and U16 age groups are eligible for selection as athletes must be either 14 or 15 years of age as of 31st December of the current year to compete. The Tour takes place in January each year. Further information on the Tour can be found on the LAQ website. SENIOR ATHLETICS As you will discover during your time at Little Athletics, Athletics is a great social sport. You or your child may like to continue with Athletics once your child is past the Little Athletics age range. Once your child is past the Little Athletics age range, they are then eligible to participate in senior athletics events through Queensland Athletics (QA). QA is the organisation that administers and promotes Athletics at the senior level. They can be contacted on (07) 3343 5653 or via their website www.qldathletics.org.au 24 www.laq.org.au 25 LAQ OFFICIALS SCHEME The Carnivals and Championships conducted by the Association rely solely on volunteer officials. Key officials are appointed at the beginning of each season. However, additional assistance is required at all events. Parents of nominating athletes are encouraged to help fulfil these roles. The LAQ Officials scheme, acknowledges various levels of accreditation suitable for assistance at Centre competition (D Grade), those qualified to chief at Association competitions (C Grade) to LAQ State level referees. The scheme also provides a clearer pathway and encourages members to gain accreditation through the Athletics Australia levels. To obtain accreditation for LAQ D and C Grades, applicants need to complete practical assessments and theory exams for each level. LAQ D and C Grades, accreditation and theory papers are set in event groups although qualifications can be obtained for individual events. The event groups are Jumps, Throws, Track, Recording and Race Walking. A typical theory paper includes a general section, as well as 15 – 20 questions on each specific event within the event group. While members are to be encouraged to undertake the whole event group, particularly if the official wishes to gain a higher-grade accreditation, it is not compulsory for the individuals to complete all events. Further details can be found on the LAQ website. LAQ AGM & ANNUAL CONFERENCE The Association conducts one major meeting each year which includes the Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Annual Conference, which is usually held in June, is the premier meeting of the Association. Conference is the Centres’ opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Association, a chance to ask questions of the Board and its Committees both in business sessions and out of business sessions and more importantly, it gives Centres the opportunity to meet other Centre delegates from all over the State, put faces to names and exchange ideas. Conference is a place for sharing information and experiences. The 2015 Annual Conference was held at the Quality Hotel, Mermaid Waters. Representatives from 48 Centres throughout Queensland took part in the weekend’s activities. 26 www.laq.org.au Presentations took place for the various LAQ Awards, including Distinguished Merit Award winners Wendy Wilson (Mt Gravatt), Todd Williams (Bracken Ridge), Merit Award winners Debbie Horvat (Algester), Sonny Roberts (Strathpine), Craig Simpkins (Tweed), Theresa Stolberg (Ipswich), Karen Vohland (Caboolture), Debbie Spence (Ashmore), Frank Knight Memorial Coach of the Year Award winner Gary Patterson (Deception Bay) and Volunteer of the Year Award winner Bernadette Lowrie (Caboolture). A full list of all award winners is listed under LAQ Awards. The AGM is held on the last day of the Conference and it is at this meeting where the election of Officers and Life Membership takes place. The Association’s Annual Report and Audited Financial Report are also presented to the AGM for adoption. LAQ AWARDS LAQ recognises the service of individuals and Centres through various awards. These awards include: ATHLETES The George Harvey Leadership Award The George Harvey Award is presented each year to one girl and one boy who best demonstrate they embrace the ideals of Little Athletics. The criteria encompasses those attributes George himself believes are important not only in Little Athletics but also to any individual’s growth and development. Eligibility for the award is not restricted by athletic ability as demonstrated on the track and in the field. The athletes selected will have been regular attendees of Centre and Zone competitions and will have displayed a willingness to participate in the full range of Little Athletics events. They will have been involved in Little Athletics for a minimum of 5 years and will currently be in the U15 – U17 Age Group. Required attributes are: LEADERSHIP: Provides an example to others and shows a desire to assist in the development of skills in others RESPECT: Is always courteous, shows regard for fellow athletes and officials and accepts the judges’ decisions PERSERVERENCE: Performs with determination to attain personal goals even if difficulties and setbacks are encountered SPORTSMANSHIP: Abides by a code of fair play and is gracious in victory and defeat ENTHUSIASM: Irrespective of ability, displays a keenness to become involved in all activities And finally, the athlete should have been an ambassador for Little Athletics, proud of his/her involvement in the sport and have promoted it amongst his/her peers. The 2015 winners were Brianna Vohland (Caboolture) and Michael McLure (Biloela). 27 The Laurie Baartz Award For Most Improved Athlete Laurie Baartz was the Association’s Manager for Coaching on the Board of Management from late 1982 until his untimely death in 1984 and during his time he laid the foundations for the extensive coaching programs the Association now offers throughout the State. His approach to coaching always stressed the importance of personal improvement, whether or not this was accompanied by success in competition. In this way children maintain a balanced perspective of their performances at all times. Laurie’s workmates at Telecom chose to honour his memory by providing the Association with a perpetual trophy awarded to the Little Athlete showing the greatest degree of personal improvement. The award is based on personal achievements over a range of events and is open to boys and girls across all age groups. To be eligible, performances are only permitted to be recorded at Centre level competition over any ten week period. Points are awarded for exceeding personal bests on the basis of one point per event group per nominated week. The 2015 winner was Sean McLean U14 from North Mackay. CAPS Participant of the Year CAPS is a Youth Leadership Development Program for people 14 - 21 years of age. Participation is what sport is all about. However without a support structure of managers, administrators, trainers, coaches and officials, even the simplest of competitions would not be possible. One of the greatest challenges facing many sports is the maintenance of an effective voluntary structure; this is where the CAPS program aligns itself. The CAPS program provides athletes with the opportunity to learn more about LAQ as an organisation by gaining personal experience through community service. A CAPS Participant Award may be presented each year to a participant who best demonstrates a willingness to develop positive attributes such as initiative and dedication. These are required when progressing through the CAPS program and may in the future open many opportunities, both within Athletics and the wider community. The 2015 winner was Tahlia Perry (Strathpine). 10-Year Participation Award Athletes must have had a minimum of ten (10) years participation at a LAQ Centre during which time they have demonstrated the desire to foster the aims of Little Athletics within the Centre and the Community. Should you have an athlete who has been involved with another Little Athletics Centre in Queensland, that involvement can form part of the minimum required 10 years. The athlete should have shown a level of commitment to their Centre as an athlete and may have been involved on the Centre Committee and assisted at other levels of the Centre (eg officiating / coaching / administration). Involvement at another centre would count towards the mandatory ten years. 28 www.laq.org.au ADULTS Life Membership Life Membership is the Association’s highest honour. It is presented to members that have given highly meritorious service towards the growth and development of Little Athletics. They must have been involved with Little Athletics for a minimum period of 15 years and have served at Centre committee and / or Association level and / or National level for a minimum period of 10 years. In 2015, Life Memberships were awarded to Len Price (Beenleigh) and Don Yourell (Gold Coast). Distinguished Merit Award The Distinguished Merit Award is presented to members with the highest credentials and integrity, who have been given a minimum of 12 years service to Little Athletics in Queensland and served at Centre, Zone and State Level or had Board of Directors involvement. The person should also have been involved at all levels over and above the call of normal duty and been generally accepted by the majority of people. In 2015, Distinguished Merit Awards were presented to Wendy Wilson (Mt Gravatt) and Todd Williams (Bracken Ridge). Merit Award The Merit Award is presented to members of high character and show an unselfish willingness to work for the betterment of Little Athletics. They must have given a minimum of 8 years service at Centre level and this involvement should clearly demonstrate a commitment to fostering the growth and development of the Centre. The nominee should normally have been involved for a period of at least 3 years at Centre Committee level. In addition, they should have had regular involvement at Association competitions. In 2015, Merit Awards were presented to Debbie Horvat (Algester), Sonny Roberts (Strathpine), Craig Simpkins (Tweed), Theresa Stolberg (Ipswich), Karen Vohland (Caboolture) and Debbie Spence (Ashmore). 29 Volunteer of the Year Award This award is presented annually and is based on involvement in the current season only. It is open to all Centre members, however, not necessarily intended to be for the dedicated Committee Member. No limit of involvement with Little Athletics is placed on the nominee (eg. one year, five years) as it depends totally on the nominees involvement for that year. In 2015, the winner was Bernadette Lowrie (Caboolture). Frank Knight Memorial Coach of the Year Award Frank Knight is recognised as one of the true legends in Little Athletics, who unerringly demonstrated his passion for the sport and commitment to his positions held with LAQ over many years. Frank began his involvement with Little A’s when he joined his children up with the Arana Centre in 1980. He then went onto be a member of the LAQ coaching committee in the early 1980’s and became the Association’s Manager for Coaching in 1986. He served as a member of the Board of Directors since 1986 and set an all time high record for length of service – 20 years total. Frank contributed in many ways to the direction that our Association has taken, and he had an amazing ability to keep pace and continue moving forward with new innovations to assist in the strategic direction of our Association. His coaching knowledge, and the way that he passed this on to members, has been exceptional and he touched many of our members’ athletic careers through his work with the coaching camps, coaching courses, state team coaching, Centre involvement and as an individual coach. He was also a longstanding and proactive member of the QLD Branch of the ATFCA. Frank finally succumbed to his battle with cancer on 19th January 2006. As a final thank you and farewell to a man that gave so much of his life to Athletics, the Association renamed this award in his honour. This award aims to promote, encourage and reward quality Little Athletics coaching. It is presented to an individual who, in the opinion of the Board, has made the most significant contribution to Little Athletics within their community. This individual, by their coaching and enthusiasm promotes the values and philosophies of Little Athletics and junior sport in general and is prepared to extend their qualifications for the development of athletes. In 2015 the winner was Gary Patterson (Deception Bay). 30 www.laq.org.au Alison Quirke Official of the Year Award The Alison Quirke Official of the Year Award is the newest Association award. It is awarded each year to one official in recognition of their outstanding service as an official to Little Athletics Queensland. In 2015 the winner was Sue Williams (Bracken Ridge). CAPS Co-ordinator of the Year The CAPS Co-ordinator Award aims to encourage and recognise the efforts of a CAPS Co-ordinator that strives to develop the youth of our sport. It may be presented each year to a Coordinator who best demonstrates a willingness to assist in the development of positive attributes such as initiative and dedication and guide participants as they progress through the CAPS program. In 2015 the winner was Theresa Stolberg (Ipswich). 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 Year Service Awards These awards are presented to members of excellent character, who have had a minimum of ten (10) years service to LAQ during which time they have demonstrated the desire to foster the aims of Little Athletics within the Centre and the Community. The nominee should have shown a level of commitment higher than that expected of a normal Centre parent and would normally have been involved for a period of time on the Centre Committee and assisted at other levels of the Association (eg officiating / coaching / administration). Duties should have exceeded the requirements of a normal Centre Committee position. Honour Certificate Honour certificates are presented to members of excellent character, who have had a minimum of five (5) years service at LAQ Centre level during which time they have demonstrated the desire to foster the aims of Little Athletics within the Centre. The nominee should have shown a level of commitment higher than that expected of a normal Centre parent and would normally have been involved for a period of time on the Centre Committee. Duties should have exceeded the requirements of a normal Centre Committee position. 31 CENTRES The Andrea Harvey Award for Centre Administration This award is presented to those Centres that have shown an excellence above other Centres, and have excelled in Centre Administration. In 2015, first prize was awarded to Ipswich. The Centre Promotional Award This award is judged on the Centre’s promotion of Little Athletics as a brand to the community. Centre’s should not be concerned with how the information is presented upon lodgement, other than it being in an orderly fashion. The winner in 2015 was Caboolture. Development Award This award is presented to Centres in two categories - those with the highest re-registration percentage and those the highest registration increase. In 2014, the winners were: Highest re-registration % for Centres with less than 100 Highest re-registration % for Centres with more than 100 registrations – Marlin Coast and Roma & District registrations – Beaudesert & District Highest registration increase for Centres with less than 100 registrations – Roma & District CAPS Centre of the Year The CAPS Centre Award may be presented each year to a Centre that promotes and supports the program; demonstrating a willingness to assist in the development of positive attributes such as initiative and dedication required by the CAPS participants as they progress through the CAPS program. The winner in 2015 was Ipswich. Further information, including the complete details of the awards’ criteria and application forms, can be accessed from LAQ’s website or through your Centre. Most Little Athletics Centres also have their own awards that recognise the achievements of athletes, parents and volunteers at Centre level. 32 www.laq.org.au Highest registration increase for Centres with more than 100 registrations – Mulgrave 33 34 www.laq.org.au LAQ STATE TEAM The first Little Athletics “Australian Teams Championships” (ATC) started humbly in Melbourne in 1970 and is now a nationally recognised event on the sporting calendar attracting teams from seven State and Territory Associations. It consists of two separate competitions – a Teams Championships for the Under 13’s (normally 11 boys and 11 girls) and an individual Multi Event Championship for Under 15’s (normally 2 boys and 2 girls). The team is selected, principally, on their performances at State Championships and then if necessary, performances at other recently held LAQ sanctioned events will be taken into consideration in the final selection process. The team is announced on Sunday afternoon of the State Championships. The 2016 Australian Little Athletics Championships are being held in Adelaide on Sunday 24th April 2016. If you would like more detailed information, please contact the Association Office. 35 2015 ALAC RESULTS U13 TEAMS CHAMPIONSHIPS Overall Team Results Handicap Trophy Results 1 Western Australia 688 1 Western Australia 995 2 Victoria 674.5 2 South Australia 951 3 New South Wales 615 3 Tasmania 899.5 4 Queensland 566.5 4 Victoria 890.5 5 South Australia 504 5 Queensland 864.5 6 Tasmania 396.5 6 ACT 831.5 7 ACT 323.5 7 New South Wales 817 Boys Event 100 Metres 200 Metres 400 Metres 800 Metres 1500 Metres Girls Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score 5 Byron Betts 12.31 6 Courtney Steel 13.39 7 Reef O’Dwyer 12.61 9 Casey Bell 13.55 2 Byron Betts 24.95 6 Amy Brice 27.12 5 Joshua Whiting 25.34 7 Courtney Steel 27.29 9 Joshua Whiting 59.37 12 Chantelle Chippind 1:05.15 10 Luca Ferroussat 59.58 4 Luca Ferroussat 2:13.81 7 Annabelle O’Hara 2:24.16 5 Patrick Thygesen 2:19.49 8 Mackenzey Ormiston 2:25.83 5 Patrick Thygesen 4:34.73 3 Mackenzey Ormiston 4:45.07 6 Jake Waugh 4:37.92 5 Annabelle O’Hara 4:55.05 1 Tenyka Chapman 7:11.95 1500 Metre Walk 80 Metre Hurdles Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score 6 Cooper Schmidt 13.26 3 Jasmine Hayes 13.35 14 Jai Jorgensen 13.67 6 Francesca MacDonal 13.55 4 x 100 Metre Relay 3 Queensland 48.46 4 Queensland 52.55 Long Jump 8 Joel Cochran 4.96m 3 Amy Brice 5.06m 9 Joshua Whiting 4.91m 6 Francesca MacDonal 4.98m 36 www.laq.org.au Boys Event Triple Jump High Jump Shot Put Discus Javelin Girls Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score 6 Joel Cochran 11.25m 2 Amy Brice 11.05m 10 Cooper Schmidt 10.67m 8 Jasmine Hayes 10.11 3 James Smith 1.70m 6 Casey Bell 1.50m 4 Reef O’Dwyer 1.65m 10 Caliah Saltner-Hill 1.50m 11 James Smith 11.22m 4 Chantelle Chippind 10.86m 12 Jai Hockey 11.17m 5 Erica Sitcheff 10.74m 10 Jai Hockey 30.38m 2 Amy Brice 46.38m 11 James Smith 26.61m 9 Chantelle Chippind 31.22m 3 Jai Jorgensen 39.46m 3 Chantelle Chippind 36.99m 6 Jai Hockey 34.19m 6 Erica Sitcheff 34.69m U15 MULTI-EVENT CHAMPIONSHIPS Team Results 1 Queensland 251 2 Victoria 212 3 New South Wales 205 4 ACT 199 5 Western Australia 187 6 Tasmania 145.5 7 South Australia 120.5 Boys Event Multi-Event Girls Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score 3 Zane Branco 3588 2 Ella Connolly 3719 4 Ben Schmidtchen 3541 4 Camryn Newton-Smith 3323 Queensland 48.21 4 x 100 M Mixed Relay 1 Place Name Time/ Distance/ Score 37 QLD BEST PERFORMANCES INDIVIDUAL Event 70 Metres 100 Metres 200 Metres 400 Metres 800 Metres 38 Boys Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 Campbell Magnay Matthew Bollard Isreal Leota Campbell Magnay Blake Achilles Seth Gould Anthony Collins Anthony Collins Benjamin Wallace Rowan Sutton James Quinn Isreal Leota Mathew Siebuhr Harris Yell Harris Yell Lyndon Phipps Preston Degarnham Zane Palmer Jake Evans Jordan Csabi Daniel Rolley Jake Playful Lewis Simon Liam Johnston Jared Nicholas Zane Palmer Jake Evans Corey Cottrell Kobi Rutherford Daniel Rolley William Barker William Barker Jordan Cross Beau Lane Zane Palmer Jake Evans Hamish Granger Kedron Tweed Browns Plains Kedron Toowoomba Central Gladstone Aspley Aspley Browns Plains Glasshouse District West Bundaberg Browns Plains Caboolture Gold Coast Gold Coast Redlands Gold Coast Deception Bay Helensvale Noosa Balmoral Redcliffe Souths Algester Deception Bay Deception Bay Helensvale Deception Bay Runaway Bay Balmoral Arana Arana Runaway Bay Gold Coast Deception Bay Helensvale Arana 2006 2015 2014 2007 2003 2013 2008 2009 2007 2013 2013 2014 2010 2013 2014 2005 2015 2000 2015 2014 2010 2001 2008 2010 2006 2000 2015 2010 2010 2010 2014 2015 2006 2008 2000 2015 2015 www.laq.org.au Time/Distance/ Score 10.27 9.88 14.55 13.82 13.38 12.83 11.42 11.61 11.25 11.63 11.08 29.09 28.29 27.29 26.27 24.18 23.26 22.90 23.17 22.27 1:03.04 1:01.81 59.12 55.10 52.49 50.11 51.42 50.50 2:32.49 2:23.87 2:23.26 2:16.78 2:09.5 2:04.59 2:01.29 1:59.81 1:59.66 Event 70 Metres 100 Metres 200 Metres 400 Metres 800 Metres Girls Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 Kaylee Packer Kaylee Packer Kaylee Packer Kaylee Packer Kaylee Packer Kassy Hill Riley Day Riley Day Lauren O’Sullivan Tiana Morrison Kirsty Johnson Dianne Waight Kaylee Packer Jessica Brown Kassy Hill Riley Day Riley Day Riley Day Shannon Reynolds Rianna Dorey Dianne Waight Amber Rowlandson Amber Rowlandson Tammy Martin Tammy Martin Hannah Schlecht Madalyn McCusker Jessica Haig Rebecca Webb Josephine Auer Jade Dowling Lucinda Young Marlie Campton Kristyn Mackrell Tammy Martin Brielle Erbacher Rhiannon Hess Helensvale Helensvale Helensvale Helensvale Helensvale Goodna Beaudesert & District Beaudesert & District Souths Arana Goodna Ashmore Helensvale Twin Towns Goodna Beaudesert & District Beaudesert & District Beaudesert Ravenshoe Noosa Ashmore Kedron Kedron Ashmore Ashmore Balmoral Highfields Caloundra Gold Coast Aspley Ipswich Kenmore Byron Bay Redlands Ashmore Toowoomba South Bracken Ridge 2008 2009 2008 2009 2010 2000 2013 2014 2007 2015 2013 2014 2009 2003 2000 2013 2014 2015 2015 2015 2015 2007 2008 2006 2007 2013 2015 2013 2015 2008 2008 2007 2011 2004 2008 2015 2009 Time/Distance/ Score 10.40 9.83 14.42 13.76 13.52 13.11 12.21 12.47 12.38 12.65 12.65 30.07 28.59 28.01 26.76 25.50 25.00 24.76 25.62 25.50 1:07.06 1:03.54 59.94 58.16 58.77 57.84 1:01.17 59.34 2:42.60 2:35.06 2:29.85 2:22.80 2:20.57 2:15.49 2:15.60 2:23.98 2:21.69 39 Boys Event 1500 Metres 700 Metre Walk 1100 Metre Walk 1500 Metre Walk 3000 Metre Walk 60 Metre Hurdles 80 Metre Hurdles 90 Metre Hurdles 100 Metre Hurdles 200 Metre Hurdles High Jump Age Name Centre Year U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 Kobi Rutherford Lachlan Cook Jacob Henshall Nathan Miller Blayne Arnold Lachie Kizana Hamish Granger Yanis Benzenati Runaway Bay Centenary Twin Towns Strathpine Border Blues Runaway Bay Arana Ashmore 2012 2009 2000 2000 2005 2014 2015 2010 Time/Distance/ Score 4:47.53 4:38.84 4:23.42 4:05.19 4:13.35 4:20.41 4:09.49 3:43.64 U10 Ryan Isaac Mt Gravatt 2000 5:18.45 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U14 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 Ryan Isaac Nelson McCutcheon Jared Loi Jesse Osborne Jesse Osborne Nicholas Andreas Jesse Osborne Jamison Stovin Ben Mingin Jesse Osborne Todd McDonald William Barker Harris Yell Jake Grevsmuhl Anthony Collins Matthew Barker Anthony Collins Cooper Degarnham Jake Grevsmuhl Zachary Brnabic Sam Carson Matthew Barker Ben Wilcox Jordan Spyro Shemaiah James Kane Brigg Alexi Champion Mitchell Tulley Nate Roffey Nelson Maina Mark Sills Mark Sills Mt Gravatt Redlands Caboolture Strathpine Strathpine Tweed Strathpine Gold Coast Bargara Strathpine Redlands Arana Gold Coast Beenleigh Aspley Arana Aspley Gold Coast Beenleigh Mt Gravatt Redlands Arana Goodna Goodna Deception Bay Gold Coast Maroochy Wynnum Manly Mt Gravatt Centenary Ipswich Ipswich 2001 2015 2003 2009 2010 2015 2012 2014 2014 2011 2005 2013 2013 2006 2008 2013 2010 2015 2009 2010 2004 2014 2014 2014 2006 1998 2015 2008 1999 2012 1991 1992 5:08.65 7:37.47 7:10.28 6:46.90 6:18.40 7:47.97 5:44.86 15:10.40 18:24.92 12:43.78 9.99 10.25 9.64 9.50 11.40 12.52 13.23 13.50 13.37 27.06 26.15 25.50 25.59 24.61 1.26m 1.36m 1.36m 1.44m 1.66m 1.83m 1.89m 2.10m U16 Nicholas Hooper Noosa 2015 1.80m U17 Joshua Connolly Deception Bay 2015 1.97m U10 40 www.laq.org.au Event 1500 Metres 700 Metre Walk 1100 Metre Walk 1500 Metre Walk 3000 Metre Walk 60 Metre Hurdles Girls Age Name Centre Year U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 Jade Dowling Melanie Kaasinen Mackenzey Ormiston Courtney Thwaites Montanna McAvoy Brielle Erbacher Tara Blundell Anika Clarke Rachel Barker Katie Hayward Rachel Barker Tenyka Chapman Mikaela Woodward Katie Hayward Mikaela Woodward Jessica Pickles Katya Martin Mikaela Woodward Mikaela Woodward Jesse Sims Letitia Spedding Talia Inivale Timisha Wenck Danielle Ashe Samantha Johnson Taneille Crase Aliyah Johnson Aliyah Johnson Chloe White Jessica White Aliyah Johnson Chloe White Jessica White Taneille Crase Sally McLellan Tamara Hotten Chloe White Shontelle Boddington Jessica Wallace Mya Thomas Ainsley Ackerman Keirra Lesa Vicki Collins Vicki Collins Carmen Hunter Sophie Tiver Tara Strano Ipswich Aspley Tweed Ashmore Cairns Toowoomba South City North Redlands Gold Coast Gold Coast Gold Coast Mudgeeraba Sunnybank Gold Coast Toowong Harriers Jimboomba Beenleigh Sunnybank Toowong Harriers Aspley Glasshouse Springwood Ipswich Toowoomba Central Noosa Beenleigh Mt Gravatt Mt Gravatt Deception Bay Helensvale Mt Gravatt Deception Bay Helensvale Beenleigh Helensvale Deception Bay Deception Bay Souths Toowoomba Central Souths Nambour Ashmore Maryborough Maryborough Ross River University Cassowary Coast 2008 2007 2015 2014 2015 2015 2012 2015 2006 2011 2008 2015 2013 2015 2015 2010 2010 2013 2014 2013 2007 2015 2001 2004 2011 2008 2011 2012 2015 2013 2012 2015 2013 2008 2000 2015 2015 2014 2013 2013 2002 2013 1996 1997 1993 2015 2010 U11 80 Metre Hurdles 90 Metre Hurdles 100 Metre Hurdles 200 Metre Hurdles High Jump U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U15 U16 U17 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 Time/Distance/ Score 4:59.48 4:54.66 4:45.07 4:50.21 4:43.02 5:07.09 5:02.99 3:36.26 5:42.23 5:34.74 7:41.51 7:11.95 7:21.38 6:20.81 7:51.44 6:57.47 16:10.89 15:38.50 16:19.80 17:56.50 10.45 10.49 9.96 9.96 9.83 12.65 12.33 12.90 14.89 14.30 12.90 14.89 14.30 28.87 28.47 28.05 29.40 29.21 1.21m 1.35m 1.38m 1.62m 1.75m 1.76m 1.75m 1.51m 1.69 41 Boys Event Long Jump Triple Jump Shot Put Discus Javelin 42 Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 Barry Goodwin Barry Goodwin Sean Cranney Cameron Brownjohn Harris Yell David Boorman Ryan Silke Rowan Sutton Gold Coast Gold Coast Goodna Arana Gold Coast The Gap Gold Coast Glasshouse District 1987 1988 1985 1989 2015 1990 2003 2014 Time/Distance/ Score 4.55m 5.06m 5.60m 5.59m 6.04m 6.39m 6.81m 6.71m U17 Liam Adcock Redcliffe 2013 6.69m U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 Sean Cranney William Barker Shemaiah James Darcy Roper Shemaiah James Rowan Sutton Rowan Sutton Ryan Cochran Nathan Russell Joshua Starke Sam Hegarty Lachlan Miller Benjamin Thomas Joshua Starke Timothy Ford Tim Castley Lewis Symonds Andrew French Scott Puodziunas Billy Rogers Bayley Lau Lachlan Miller Jason Dudley Jack Bannister Logan Stubbs Tyler Wostear Zachary Brnabic Joshua Robinson Trent Rogers Benjamin Thomas Goodna Arana Deception Bay Deception Bay Deception Bay Glasshouse Glasshouse Redlands Centenary Maryborough Helidon & District Wynnum Manly Beaudesert & District Maryborough Tablelands Kenmore Helensvale Aspley Aspley Charleville Algester Wynnum Manly Deception Bay Warwick Hervey Bay Tara & District Mt Gravatt Mt Gravatt Ipswich Beaudesert 1985 2015 2010 2012 2012 2013 2015 2000 2007 2001 2004 2009 2014 2005 2014 2015 2015 2001 2001 2001 2010 2010 2000 2014 2013 2010 2009 1999 2003 2014 11.06m 11.62m 12.69m 13.14m 13.89m 13.38m 14.09m 10.19m 11.63m 13.68m 13.62m 16.65m 16.34m 18.34m 15.77m 18.35m 35.26m 38.22m 35.91m 44.05m 52.53m 54.67m 58.56m 64.12m 59.30m 39.64m 49.89m 55.43m 58.50m 53.71m U16 Brandon Stanaway Arana 2015 53.13m U17 Luke Giacca Noosa 2015 63.19m www.laq.org.au Event Long Jump Girls Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 Michelle McCosker Candice Brooks Melinda Jones Jacqueline Seeto Stacey Williams Jacinta Boyd Aliyah Johnson Tiana Morrison Alesha Butters Ashleigh Jones Aliyah Johnson Sakisha Dovey Aliyah Johnson Aliyah Johnson Kertisha Thompson Madeleine Lindemann Rebecca Green Mya Sautia Talia Inivale Lyvante’ Su’emai Lyvante’ Su’emai TBC Zoe Henare Kathy Gore Samantha Lenton Brianna Bortolanza Talia Inivale Talia Inivale Talia Inivale Lyvante’ Su’emai Amy Brice Kirsty Williams Kylie Jones Samantha Lenton Alexandra Worth Dana Eagers Monique Wylie Wasie Toolis Tahlia Anderson Camryn Newton-Smith South Burnett Mt Tarampa Arana Arana Redlands Maroochy Mt Gravatt Arana Twin Towns Gladstone Mt Gravatt Gold Coast Mt Gravatt Mt Gravatt Mulgrave Toowoomba Central Sunnybank Bracken Ridge Springwood Springwood Springwood Aspley Nth Rockhampton Centenary Hts Toowoomba South Mulgrave Springwood Springwood Springwood Springwood Noosa Twin Towns Helidon Toowoomba South Cassowary Coast Sunnybank Ashmore Toowong Harriers Deception Bay Jimboomba 1991 1991 1987 1984 2008 2000 2012 2015 2011 2011 2008 2009 2010 2011 2008 2014 2012 2015 2015 2014 2015 1986 2014 1992 2015 2014 2014 2015 2015 2015 2015 2011 1992 2015 2014 1999 1989 2008 2015 2015 Time/Distance/ Score 4.42m 4.64m 4.88m 5.55m 5.37m 5.51m 5.91m 5.30m 5.27m 5.27m 9.94m 10.92m 11.69m 12.06m 12.09m 10.99m 11.26m 8.86m 11.79m 13.63m 15.51m 14.11m 13.41m 14.25m 14.01m 14.31m 29.47m 40.74m 37.64m 42.24m 46.38m 43.44m 44.72m 42.33m 39.82m 29.70m 35.84m 42.99m 42.02m 40.66m U16 Tianah List Jimboomba 2015 47.38m U17 Jessica Hughes Helensvale 2013 41.56m U17 Triple Jump Shot Put Discus Javelin 43 RELAYS Boys Event 4 x 100 Metres 4 x 200 Metres 4 x Medley 2 x High Jump Age Centre Name Year U9 Deception Bay 2007 U10 Arana 2008 58.00 U11 Maroochy 2002 56.21 U12 Centenary 2002 54.24 U13 Browns Plains 2004 50.74 U14 Deception Bay 2012 48.26 U15 West Bundaberg 2009 45.55 U16 Strathpine 2013 46.29 U17 West Bundaberg 2010 44.18 U9 Bli Bli 2002 2:12.91 U10 Helensvale 2012 2:04.10 U11 Balmoral 2010 4:35.06 U12 Maroochy 2003 4:25.34 U13 Maroochy 2004 4:10.70 U14 Deception Bay 2012 3:56.90 U15 Gold Coast 2008 3:48.65 U16 Helensvale 2013 3:52.05 U17 Redcliffe 2012 3:46.95 U9 Springwood Ipswich Algester Ipswich Arana The Gap Sunnybank J Guy, R Denny, C Patterson, N Abell K Dingwall, J Baker, M Senica, J Morrison H Wilson, S Casey, A Stevenson, D Murray M Hepburn, C Thompson, S Lewis, D Stubbersfield J Madden, D Wallace, B Wallace, R Fenwick J Guy, B Milligan, B Johnston, G Roberts J Horton, A Smith, D Wilson, J Quinn B McLean, T Yates, I Vennix, L Mountford D Wilson, J Horton, S Smith, J Quinn S Oxley, N Roth, N Pointon, T McCarthy D Briese, C Harrison, B Stoneley, Z Carey L Blake, O Lacny, D Rolley, T Waller-Brown H Wilson, S Casey, B Nash, A Stevenson H Wilson, S Casey, B Nash, A Stevenson J Guy, B Milligan, B Johnston, G Roberts B Wakeling, B Land, H Cathie, J Bowcock K Duncan, N Garrett, J Kelly, D Simpson L Adcock, J Lean, J Dollman, C Schackow M Grieve, M Barr M Sills, J Luhrman B Foat, M Slater T Regeling, M Sills A Keehn, A Easton D Boorman, J Pickering D Lacey, C Taurima Time/Distance/ Score 1:01.30 1984 1986 1989 1987 1997 1989 1990 2.32m 2.56m 2.56m 2.73m 3.22m 3.52m 3.58m U10 U11 U13 U14 U15 44 www.laq.org.au Event 4 x 100 Metres 4 x 200 Metres 4 x Medley 2 x High Jump Girls Age Centre Name Year Time/Distance/ Score U9 Balmoral 2006 1:03.82 U10 Toowong Harriers 2004 1:01.25 U11 Wynnum Manly 2006 57.59 U12 Ashmore 2012 54.79 U13 Mt Gravatt 2002 51.72 U14 Helensvale 2008 51.82 U15 Gold Coast 2002 51.10 U16 GoldCoast 2014 50.60 U17 DeceptionBay 2014 51.15 U9 Aspley 2000 2:19.63 U10 Runaway Bay 2011 2:09.51 U11 Balmoral 2010 4:47.35 U12 Ashmore 2000 4:34.17 U13 Gold Coast 2011 4:29.48 U14 Wynnum Manly 2005 4:16.78 U15 Mt Gravatt 2004 4:17.89 U16 Gold Coast 2014 4:25.85 U17 Caloundra 2014 4:20.05 U9 U10 U11 U13 Redlands Arana City North Gold Coast Ipswich University Gold Coast J Tabuarua, D Stone, H Schlecht, E Petersen C Bailey, C Caslick, M Charlton, E First S Anderson, W Preston, I Swindles, M Bayes K Lesa, A Robba, C Coleman, D Johnson K McCulloch, C Vieritz, M Murrison, C Samios S Milburn, C Donnelly, E Harrigan, J Handsaker K Juniper, L Mosley, K Hill, G Scantlebury N Roberts, T Lima, C Banner, C Mpofu R Isele, T Hotten, K McNaughton, C White N Brittain, T Baker, T Strain, R-L Tobin J Ramsay, J Hayes, K Pickering, J Anscombe E Schecht, C Trimboli, S Whitting, K Robinson S Capper, J Cornelius, L Pobje, L Rowney T Lima, A Coulston, C Banner, N Roberts R Swindles, S Reedman, C Parker, A Baltais N Heuston, L Oakhill, M Walkley, S O’Dwyer-Mazur N Roberts, T Lima, C Banner, C Mpofu J Maslen, K Herbert, L Van Hooijdonk, K Brassey A Hearn, P Lynch K Edwards, S Gunness B Manger-Ford, V Haeusler R Stevens, G Brennan K Lewis, W Bopf K Paehua, S Odempsey K Driscoll, S Grambeau 2012 2012 2012 2012 1986 2009 1996 2.32m 2.47m 2.57m 3.07m 3.12m 3.12m 3.20m U14 U15 45 Boys Event 2 x Long Jump 2 x Shot Put Age Centre Name Year U10 U11 U12 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 Sunnybank Goodna Strathpine Deception Bay Ipswich Deception Bay Glasshouse The Gap University of the Sunshine Coast Ashmore Wynnum Manly Springwood Beaudesert Kenmore Jimboomba Algester Ashmore Wynnum Manly Mt Gravatt Warwick Bracken Ridge D Lacey, C Taurima S Cranney, R Doran B Swanborough, P Tillotson D Roper, J Barnes R Bell, A Connelly I Vennix, J Velt B Howden, R Sutton G Kolpak, G Boorman 1985 1984 1989 2011 1993 2014 2014 1986 Time/Distance/ Score 8.92m 9.67m 10.06m 11.50m 12.31m 11.81m 12.79m 15.03m J Payne, G Archer 2009 18.44m J Gabriel, S Wylie L Miller, R Pollard T Su’emai, T Su’emai B Thomas, H Willis T Castley, M Arnold M Kia, N Cross C Cameron, T Brimble J Gabriel, S Wylie L Miller, R Pollard A Bevis, N Trembath J Bannister, L Duncan R Bell, D Lauchs 1987 2008 2014 2014 2014 2014 2004 1987 2008 2004 2013 2013 20.31m 26.16m 26.54m 26.03m 27.08m 48.06m 58.17m 63.84m 79.06m 102.84m 86.72m 91.59m Time/Distance/ Score 1231 1175 1599 1702 1844 2020 3761 2141 2352 U10 2 x Discus U12 U13 U14 U16 U17 U9 U11 U12 U13 U15 U16 U17 MULTI-EVENT / PENTATHLON Event 46 Boys Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 Todd McDonald Connor O’Neill William Barker William Barker Zachary Brnabic Anthony Collins Rowan Sutton Jake Evans Thomas Popovic Redlands Wynnum Manly Arana Arana Mt Gravatt Aspley Glasshouse District Helensvale Gold Coast 2005 2011 2014 2015 2010 2009 2013 2015 2014 www.laq.org.au Event 2 x Long Jump 2 x Shot Put 2 x Discus Girls Age Centre Name Year U10 U11 U12 U14 U15 U16 U17 U9 U10 U12 U13 U14 U16 U17 U9 Centenary Sunnybank Sunnybank Algester Centenary Beenleigh Caloundra Springwood Mulgrave Deception Bay Arana Mulgrave Toowoomba Central Cassowary Coast Springwood Maryborough Jimboomba Deception Bay Mulgrave Mt Gravatt Toowoomba South Cassowary Coast C Irving, L Guenzler K Fawcett, M Ossipow K Fawcett, M Ossipow L McLachlan, R Varney J Jennings, E Porritt J Hill, M Radburn L Van Hooijdonk, J Maslen T Inivale, H Dennis B Bortolanza, D Martens L Parmar, R Oliver C Bird, B Keane A Worth, B Bortolanza S Layden, M Lindemann A Worth, A Worth C Kerswell, J Su’emai V Collins, C Manski A Kia, K Landers L Parmar, R Oliver A Worth, B Bortolanza L Hapgood, M Dwyer S Lenton, B Erbacher A Worth, A Worth 1986 1986 1987 1990 2000 2014 2014 2013 2006 1997 2001 2010 2013 2012 2014 1993 2014 1997 2009 1995 2014 2012 U11 U12 U13 U15 U16 U17 Time/Distance/ Score 8.35m 8.91m 9.21m 10.23m 10.36m 8.45m 10.22m 14.40m 17.01m 22.22m 20.29m 21.69m 22.88m 21.26m 47.04m 49.46m 49.46m 65.62m 69.69m 66.26m 59.19m 72.68m MULTI-EVENT / PENTATHLON Event Girls Age Name Centre Year U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 Dianne Waight Talia Inivale Fenella Barnes Tiarna Lesa Aliyah Johnson Aliyah Johnson Ella Connolly Sophie Tiver Louise Williams Ashmore Springwood Twin Towns Ashmore Mt Gravatt Mt Gravatt Deception Bay University Gold Coast 2013 2014 2005 2005 2010 2011 2015 2015 2015 Time/Distance/ Score 1081 1137 1317 1574 1524 1659 3719 1618 1036 47 LAQ SPONSORS LAQ wishes to express its appreciation to the following Association Partners: McDonald’s is LAQ’s major sponsor and is our longest serving sponsor with a 35 year partnership. They sponsors the State Championships, Winter Championships, State Relays, Regional Relays, age labels and registration numbers on the athlete’s uniforms, achievement award certificates, a bag or shoelaces and voucher for each athlete, and television advertising for sign-ons. They also sponsor the All Comers Clinics, Regional Clinics and LAQ Officials shirts. Jetstar is the Little Athletics Australia naming rights partner and provides a range of programs and services to athletes and Centres throughout Australia. Nordic Sport Australia is the Association’s preferred equipment and merchandise supplier. They also sponsor the Regional Championships. Comfort Inn & Suites, Robertson Gardens sponsors the coaching camps. They are also LAQ’s preferred accommodation venue in Brisbane for members. Please quote LAQ when making a booking. 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