Strathpine Spitfires Little Athletics Centre

Congratulations Coach David – LAQ Coach of the Year!

We are incredibly proud to share that last night at the Little Athletics Queensland Awards Dinner, our very own Coach David was recognised with the prestigious Coach of the Year Award.

Anyone who knows David knows how much he cares about our athletes. He is always willing to give his time, share his knowledge, offer encouragement & support athletes as they work towards their goals, no matter how big or small.

Through his dedication, encouragement & unwavering support, David has helped countless athletes grow both on and off the field. His passion for athletics & genuine care for every athlete have made a lasting impact on so many & are what make him such a valued member of our club & a truly deserving recipient of this award.

This recognition reflects the countless hours David dedicates to our athletes & the positive influence he has on our club community. We are incredibly fortunate to have him as part of the Spitfire family & we couldn’t think of anyone more deserving of this honour.

Congratulations David & thank you for everything you do for our athletes & our club. We are so proud of you!

💙 CENTRE RECORD HOLDERS 💙

A huge congratulations to all of our athletes who broke a Strathpine Little Athletics Centre Record during the 2025–26 season!

Our centre records represent some of the best performances in Strathpine Little Athletics history, making this a truly special achievement. Congratulations to all of our athletes who have etched their names into the record books this season. We are incredibly proud of you all.

Congratulations once again to all of our record breakers!

***Distance training group***

The Strathpine Athletics Club (our senior club) has established a distance running group for the athletics off-season, aimed at those athletes wanting to improve their 5/10km times. At the moment, we are running interval sessions at the track on Sunday and Friday evenings and doing a longer run on Wednesday evenings. The interval sessions are all time based and so suit all abilities.

If any athletes (12 years plus) or parents are interested, please text David on 0413160569 to find out more details.

Thinking about heading to Townsville for the Coles Winter Carnival?

Nominations close on 15 June. Event information, session times, and registration details can be found in the link below.

Don’t forget—entries for the 2026 Coles Winter Carnival close on Monday 15 June!

Open to U7–U17 athletes, the Carnival welcomes both LAQ and non-LAQ participants, making it a great opportunity for athletes to compete, have fun, and experience a major event in Townsville on 27th & 28th June.

👉 Nominate now:
https://laq.sport80.com/public/wizard/e/49/home

Draft Event order:https://laq.org.au/.../2026/04/WC_Draft-Event-Order.pdf

Get involved and be part of a fantastic weekend of athletics!
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WE’RE LOOKING FOR GENERAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS.

Want to get more involved at Strathpine Little Athletics but not sure where to start? We’re looking for parents who would like to join our committee as General Committee Members for the 2026/2027 season.

You don’t need experience, just a willingness to help support our athletes, families & club community.

Committee roles can be as big or small as you make them, and it’s a great way to:
🔷 Meet other families
🔷 Help behind the scenes
🔷 Be part of decision making
🔷 Support the future of our club

We also have a committee meeting tomorrow night and anyone interested is more than welcome to come along, see how it all works, and ask any questions in a relaxed environment 😊

If you’d like more information, send us a message or email [email protected]

💙 NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 💙

Behind every Friday night, every PB, every sausage sizzle, every carnival, every age group, & every smiling athlete are the incredible volunteers who make it all happen.

From setting up equipment and helping age groups to officiating events, running the canteen, organising carnivals & supporting our athletes week after week, our volunteers are the heart of our club!

This week, we celebrate & thank our amazing committee members, officials, coaches, canteen crew, parents, grandparents & supporters.

Your time, effort, patience, laughter & dedication help make Strathpine Little Athletics the incredible community it is today.

Strathpine Little Athletics simply wouldn’t run without you.

This year’s National Volunteer Week theme is “Your Year to Volunteer” & if you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we’d love to welcome you to the Spitfire family 💙

TODAY’S THE DAY!

Strathpine families… we are so excited to celebrate our amazing 2025–26 season with you all today!

Presentation Day & AGM is finally here!
Get ready for trophies, our U17 Guard of Honour, sausage sizzle, and an afternoon packed with fun!

🎟️ Sibling wristbands will be available for purchase today.

⏰ Arrive from 11:00am
📍 John Oxley Reserve

Registered athletes—head to the welcome desk on arrival to collect your wristband plus sausage sizzle & drink token.

It’s going to be a warm one, so don’t forget to bring:
🔷Chairs or a picnic rug
🔷Sunscreen
🔷Hats
🔷Plenty of water

Bring your Strathpine spirit and get ready for a fantastic day celebrating our athletes! 💙

See you soon ☺️

Our Little Athletics centre is one of QLD’s strongest & most respected metropolitan centres, built by the dedication of families, volunteers, officials, coaches, and athletes over many years.

As we head into our AGM tomorrow, we are now calling for nominations for two essential Executive roles: Secretary & Treasurer.

These positions are critical to the ongoing operation and future of our centre. Without people stepping forward into these roles, the path ahead becomes increasingly difficult.

This is not about experience in athletics administration, it is about community, commitment & helping ensure that hundreds of local young athletes continue to have a place to train, compete, grow, and belong. Support will be available, and no one will be expected to do it alone.

If you have been considering getting involved, now is the time. We encourage anyone interested, or wanting to know more, to reach out to a committee member tomorrow.

Great centres do not continue by chance, they continue because people choose to step forward when it matters most 💙