Information on this page is for the 2019/2020 Season. Check back later in the year for 2020/2021 Season Info
RLAC Special Events
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Ridgewood LAC hold a variety of special events over the course of the season.
Check out the list below to see how it affects the weekly competition. All athletes will be given the opportunity to participate in these events unless otherwise stated. Little Athletics WA also conduct State Events in addition to Ridgewood Events. For more information about LAWA Events click HERE |
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2019 RLAC Opening Day
Date: 12th October 2019
The 2019/20 Season is here!
Join us for our first competition of the season and start earning those Personal Bests (PB's). A selection of guests will be invited to attend to the opening of the new Little Athletics season and speak a word of encouragement, motivation and to thank our winter coaches and athletes who have represented Ridgewood throughout the winter at local, national and international competitions. There will be a march of athletes in their respective clubs prior to the speeches.
Athletes are to be at the oval at 7.30 am to ensure a timely start of the day.
NOTE: Our State Relay selection process will commence from the opening day onwards (See RLAC State Relay policy for complete details).
Join us for our first competition of the season and start earning those Personal Bests (PB's). A selection of guests will be invited to attend to the opening of the new Little Athletics season and speak a word of encouragement, motivation and to thank our winter coaches and athletes who have represented Ridgewood throughout the winter at local, national and international competitions. There will be a march of athletes in their respective clubs prior to the speeches.
Athletes are to be at the oval at 7.30 am to ensure a timely start of the day.
NOTE: Our State Relay selection process will commence from the opening day onwards (See RLAC State Relay policy for complete details).
Centre Multi Event Days (Perpetual Trophy)
Dates: 2nd and 9th November 2019
Program 1 and Program 2 will be used for these Multi Event Days. Clubs compete for the Multi Event Trophy
Program 1 and Program 2 will be used for these Multi Event Days. Clubs compete for the Multi Event Trophy
Perth Children's Hospital All Age Relay 2019
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Date: 9th November 2019
This special event includes a Club Vs. Club Grand Relay with participation for a Gold Coin Donation. Clubs also provide fundraising activities. All money raised is donated to the Perth Children's Hospital Foundation. Ridgewood LAC Clubs will be organising special fundraising events for this day. Please speak to your local club for what is on offer. |
Centre PB Days (Perpetual Trophy)
Date: 16th & 23rd November 2019
Program 1 and Program 2 will be used for these PB Event Days. Clubs compete for the Centre’s PB Day trophy.
Program 1 and Program 2 will be used for these PB Event Days. Clubs compete for the Centre’s PB Day trophy.
U14 - U17 Nitro Challenge
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Date: Saturday 23rd November 2019
Registration: Championship Officer The highly successful Senior Nitro Challenge is back for 2019! Athletes from across Zone 4 (Ridgewood, Joondalup, Hamersley and UWA) will converge on HBF Arena for the third Nitro Challenge. Fun events throughout the night with great entertainment and plenty of excitement. This is an event not to be missed. Athletes must compete in full Ridgewood Centre Uniform. Shoes are compulsory, spikes are permitted as the LAWA spike policy. Age tags and registration numbers are required. Parents who have athletes participating, may be required to fulfil a roster. |
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McGrath Foundation Pinkletics
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Date: 23rd November 2019
This day all athletes can dress up in PINK to raise money for breast cancer with the McGrath Foundation. Ridgewood LAC would like to see all athletes participate. We encourage all clubs to add to this cause by holding their own fundraising activity on the day itself. We would like to see any may athletes, coaches and parents their brightest, prettiest, funniest pink costumes. Please note that rego numbers and age tags must still be worn for this event. |
2019 Smith-Bossert Challenge
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Date: 30th November 2019
Times: First Marshall at 7.45am First event will commence at 8am Finish time will be ~ 2.30pm Formally the Joondalup Challenge Ridgewood LAC Vs Joondalup LAC It's one of the biggest rivalries in the Northern Suburbs LIVE at the WA Athletics Stadium, Mt Claremont ALL athletes are encouraged to come and compete against our closest neighbours at the premium athletics arena in WA. With all athletes participating in a variety of events including sprints, middle distance, throws, Long Jump and our relay teams having a practice on track its bound to be a great day for the whole family! |
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Note: Following our recent meeting with Joondalup LAC, the program for Smith-Bossert Challenge has been changed for 2019 to remove 200m/400m races and include 60m hurdles for U8-U17. Please note that this will be a non-standard event for U11-U17 with lead in, spacing and height of hurdles being as per their usual short hurdles event but over 60m so only 5 hurdles (based on European indoor event).
Please remember to wear age tags and registration numbers. Athletes are encouraged to wear Ridgewood Uniform but this is not compulsory, club uniform will be acceptable.
Parents may be required to fulfil a roster as per the allocated roster to clubs.
The day concludes with trial races for our track relay teams who will be competing at the State Track & Field Relay Championship on Saturday 14th December.
It is compulsory for the athletes selected in the State Relay Track Teams to participate in the trial relay race.
Please remember to wear age tags and registration numbers. Athletes are encouraged to wear Ridgewood Uniform but this is not compulsory, club uniform will be acceptable.
Parents may be required to fulfil a roster as per the allocated roster to clubs.
The day concludes with trial races for our track relay teams who will be competing at the State Track & Field Relay Championship on Saturday 14th December.
It is compulsory for the athletes selected in the State Relay Track Teams to participate in the trial relay race.
Centre Multi Event Championship
Date: Friday 7th December 2019
The Centre Multi Event Championship program is based on the U11-U13 WA State Multi Program where all Athletes compete in multiple events and gain points for each of the Events with the final event being the 800m worth bonus points.
Medals are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for the overall winner after all five (5) Events completed.
More Information to follow
The Centre Multi Event Championship program is based on the U11-U13 WA State Multi Program where all Athletes compete in multiple events and gain points for each of the Events with the final event being the 800m worth bonus points.
Medals are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for the overall winner after all five (5) Events completed.
More Information to follow
Twilight Competition 1 & Christmas Party
Date: Friday 20th December 2019
1500m @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
The final competition for 2019 is our first Twilight Competition for the season. With special guests and plenty of action, this competition is sure to wrap up the first half of the season with a bang!
1500m @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
The final competition for 2019 is our first Twilight Competition for the season. With special guests and plenty of action, this competition is sure to wrap up the first half of the season with a bang!
MID-SEASON BREAK
Twilight Competition 2
Date: Friday 10th January 2020
1500m @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
Competiton resumes in January with a number of Twilight Competitions to take advantage of the cooler evenings.
This event will also incorporate Alumni and AWA Invitational Events.
1500m @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
Competiton resumes in January with a number of Twilight Competitions to take advantage of the cooler evenings.
This event will also incorporate Alumni and AWA Invitational Events.
* Non Standard Fun Event that will not count towards end of season points results
Twilight Competition 3
Date: Friday 17th January 2020
Walks @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
Twilight competitions continue throughout January with a special Bring A Friend Night.
Walks @ 4.30pm, Main Comp from 5pm
Twilight competitions continue throughout January with a special Bring A Friend Night.
Twilight Competition - *NEW* Fusion Cup
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Date: 24th January 2020
Competition commences at 5pm This BRAND NEW Special Event is a Club/Team Based Competition where athletes compete for their club to earn points across a variety of events. With 4 Divisions, Special Rules and additional events, this event is going to be one NOT to miss this season. Which club is going to be crowned the Inaugural FUSION CUP Champions! Click the links to the side for more information! |
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