Silver medals sparkle

Jennifer enjoying her 800m. 175581_01

By Jamie Strudley

YARRA RANGES ATHLETICS
Yarra Ranges Athletics were represented by 17 teams at the Eastern Metro Region Relay Championships on Saturday.
All teams ran exceptionally well with some outstanding performances, a result of all the training.
The club finished with three silvers, one bronze and a whole lot of smiles.
Unofficial results:
U9-11 girls Medley Silver, boys U9-11 Medley Silver, boys U12-13 Medley Silver.
Girls U10 Medley Bronze, U10 Girls 4×100 4th, U11 mixed gender 4×200 4th, Girl U10 4×200 4th, Boys U12 4×200 6th, Mixed U11 4×100 10th, Mixed U10 4×100 9th, Boys U11 4×200 8th, Girls U12 4×200 6th, Girls 11 4×100 10th, Girls U12 4×100 9th, Boys U12 4×100 10th, Boys U11 4×100 13th, Mixed U12 4×100 6th.
Well done and thank you to Malcolm and Sophie for coaching, Michael, Trish, Katie and the many others for support on the day.
The seniors competed at various venues on Sunday with many going to either Frankston or Aberfeldie tracks. Results are not yet available.
The littlies enjoyed a fun night of Twilight athletics on Friday night.
After a fantastic warm-up led by Brayden, Noah and Tayleb a club versus club shuttle relay was held.
Athletes then competed at a range of events with their fellow clubmates, which was thoroughly enjoyed by athletes and parents – until the storm came.
The next round of Little Athletic athletics is the Multi Event round.
Be there early for set-up and extra events. Bring a friend if you want!
The seniors travel to Ringwood (or Doncaster) on Saturday afternoon for Round 7 of AV Shield.
Four club athletes will be representing Victoria at the Australian School Track and Field Championships in Adelaide next weekend.
Georgia Laven (800 & 1500), Tayleb Willis (200m Hurdles), Maddie Laven (800) and Indi Linde (1500m).
Good luck all of you!
For results, news, photos and more, visit www.yarrarangesathletics.org.au or check out the Facebook page.