We certainly had the weather on our side for round 4, and a few sprinkles of rain didn’t stop you all from turning up.
PBs
Now we are starting to get into the swing of things, and so many of our trial athletes have fully registered; we are starting to see the PBs rolling in. As we start to repeat the programs we will start seeing bigger numbers – who will be the first to reach the elusive 5 PBs in one session? Big shout out to the U13 boys crew who all got Long Jump PBs this week.
We had 147 PBs across the centre – you can see them all here.
Records
Our very own powerhouse thrower Levi D managed to break yet another centre record, this time breaking the U15 Boys discus, throwing a monstrous 59.55m. Well done Levi – when you throw, we all stop in awe to watch!
Wednesday centre training
This week's centre training is all about relays! Head coach Rupert will be bringing his excellent relay knowledge to centre training, this is great prep for the upcoming Mentone Relay Day on Sunday 15 November and SMR regional relays on 21 November.
Centre training is each Wednesday between 5pm and 6pm and is free for all registered kids aged 9+. U6-U8 training starts in the new year.
Relay Season – registrations close Thursday
Relay registrations close on Thursday – but don’t wait to register, your TMs are already working through how many teams they can field based on the register of interest, so get yours in soon so they have the most accurate info.
Relays are an excellent opportunity for athletes to work as a team, and learn a bit more about what competition is like outside of our weekly program. We are forming teams across 4x100m, 4x200m in boys, girls and mixed, and Swedish medleys for boys and girls. Register and see the details here.
This Saturday’s parent duties
Thanks to everyone who helped set up and pack up last weekend. This weekend, U7 families are on set up and U9 families on pack down – this also includes the BBQ and canteen for your session. Make sure you mark yourself off, so you get your duty bond back at season’s end. Want to know when your age group is next on duty? Check the parent duties on the website.
Volunteers
Our team manager vacancies are all filled – but that doesn’t stop you from lending a hand!
We are still without a canteen manager for the early session. Coach Lily and some older athletes helped us out last week, but we need a person or two to take the role. And we have plenty of other roles we would love assistance with regularly or ad hoc.
No experience is needed; we’ll show you what to do. If interested email mentonecomms@lavic.com.au or say hi to anyone in a Mentone polo or hoodie at Dolomore Reserve.
Social media
Can’t get enough MLAC? Or just need enough info to make sure the rain isn’t upsetting our plans? Maybe you want to see Levi’s massive throw, or check the full highlight reel from last round, hop on socials!
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