Wallsend Athletics Club, located in Newcastle, NSW, is a sports club that offers athletics programmes for individuals of all ages and abilities. Whether you are looking to have fun and stay active, want to participate in sports despite having a disability, or are an adult/parent seeking exercise and enjoyment, Wallsend Athletics Club welcomes everyone to join.
The club aims to provide a safe and friendly environment for its members, no matter their level of competition. The main competition ground for the club is Federal Park in Wallsend, with competitions taking place on Mondays at 5:30 pm. Parents of athletes under 18 years old are required to stay at the park and assist.
Wallsend Athletics Club offers registrations for both Little Athletics (ages 3 and up) and seniors through Athletics NSW. The club is affiliated with both the Athletics NSW and the Little Athletics Association of NSW, ensuring that members have access to competitions and events at various levels.
During the 2023/24 season, Wallsend Athletics Club has seen remarkable participation and achievements. They have had 32 athletes, who collectively achieved 63 personal bests, 96 throws totalling 784 metres, 67 jumps covering 169 metres, and 353 runs covering a distance of 94,190 metres.
The club values the support of its sponsors, including Diggers Wallsend, Bunnings Wallsend, and Coles Wallsend, who have been major sponsors since 1992. Their generous contributions have allowed the club to purchase top-quality equipment, improve the facilities at the park, and continue maintenance and upgrades.
The club holds regular committee meetings, open to all interested individuals, on the first Friday of each month (excluding January) at Diggers Sports Club in Wallsend.
For up-to-date information on competitions, weather-related announcements, and club news, wallsendathleticsclub. Org. au suggests visiting their website or following their Facebook page.
The website also features weekly results, personal bests, club records, a calendar, photo gallery, and contact information. Users can log in to the site to review detailed results and access the full range of features.
Wallsend Athletics Club encourages everyone to join in their exciting athletics programmes and experience the joy of sport in a supportive and inclusive community.
