UK School Games 2009

 

The UK School Games is a ten-sport event for teams representing the nine regions of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales (the United Kingdom). This year’s competition is in Cardiff on 3rd – 6^th September, with athletics being held in Cardiff's International Sports Stadium.

 

The four day competition provides an environment designed to replicate the feel of a major sporting event such as the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games and Commonwealth Games.

 

For athletics, selection is restricted to U17M and U17W and is based on results in Home Country Schools Championships, Power of 10 rankings and other major championships.

 

Congratulations to the following Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde athletes who have been selected to represent England North West:

 

James Davies              Long Jump, Triple Jump

 

Jack Scarr                  1500m

 

Lydia Critchley          4 x 300m relay

 

Lucy Mansfield          300m, 4 x 300m relay

 

Loryn McCrudden      Pole Vault

 

Beth Towers               Triple Jump

 

Katy Wyper                 100m, 4 x 100m relay

 

 

Kevin Davies