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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Opening Day
Date: 6th October 2018.
The 2018/19 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).
McGrath Foundation Pinkletics
Date: 20th October 2018
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.
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.
PCH Day 2018
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Date: 3rd November 2018
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: 10th & 24th November 2018
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.
Smith-Bossert Challenge
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Date: 17th November 2018
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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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 1st December.
It is compulsory for the athletes selected in the State Relay Track Teams to participate in the trial relay race.
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 1st December.
It is compulsory for the athletes selected in the State Relay Track Teams to participate in the trial relay race.
Ridgewood Multi Event Days (Perpetual Trophy)
Dates: 8th December 2018 & 2nd February 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
Christmas Party/ Twilight Competition 1
Date: Friday 14th December 2018
The final competition before the Christmas Break sees athletes compete in a variety of events as part of the mid-season Twilight Series. Over three weeks, the RLAC Standard events will be contested with the first one in December and the other two in January (See below)
Special Guests and Christmas Party Fun will follow the competition.
The final competition before the Christmas Break sees athletes compete in a variety of events as part of the mid-season Twilight Series. Over three weeks, the RLAC Standard events will be contested with the first one in December and the other two in January (See below)
Special Guests and Christmas Party Fun will follow the competition.
U14 - U17 Nitro Challenge
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Date: Saturday 15th December 2018
Registration: Championship Officer The highly successful Senior Nitro Challenge is back for 2018! Athletes from across Zone 4 (Ridgewood, Joondalup, Hamersley and UWA) will converge on Joondalup Arena (HBF Arena) for the second 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. More Information Coming Soon |
January Twilight Competitions
Our first two competitions back in 2019 will be Twilight Competitions.
The Twilight Series starts just before Christmas and continues over two weeks in January (Friday 11th and 18th January)
By the end of the 3 Twilight Programs, all RLAC Standard events will have been contested.
The Twilight Series starts just before Christmas and continues over two weeks in January (Friday 11th and 18th January)
By the end of the 3 Twilight Programs, all RLAC Standard events will have been contested.
* Non Standard Fun Event that will not count towards end of season points results
Centre Combined Event Championship & Australia Day 2019
Date: Friday 25th January 2018
The Centre Multi Event Competition returns in 2018!
Centre Multi Event Program is based on the 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
We will also celebrate Australia Day where athletes will be able to show there colours whilst competing! Red, White and Blue OR Green and Gold!
Please note registration numbers and age tags are required in order to compete.
The Centre Multi Event Competition returns in 2018!
Centre Multi Event Program is based on the 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
We will also celebrate Australia Day where athletes will be able to show there colours whilst competing! Red, White and Blue OR Green and Gold!
Please note registration numbers and age tags are required in order to compete.
