NL Athletics

The Newfoundland and Labrador Command of the Royal Canadian Legion is proud to announce the provincial team of athletes and staff who will represent Team NL at the 2026 Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships in Regina, Saskatchewan, from August 5–11, 2026.

Team NL features 17 talented athletes selected following outstanding performances at the 2026 Legion Provincial Track and Field Championships, held July 10–12 at the Pearlgate Track and Field Complex in Mount Pearl.

The Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships are Canada's premier championship event for athletes in the U16 and U18 divisions. This year marks the 48th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion hosting the competition, which will bring together more than 1,000 young athletes from across the country to compete for national titles and championship medals.

We congratulate all athletes and staff on their selection and wish Team NL the very best as they represent Newfoundland and Labrador on the national stage.

Good luck, Team NL! 🍀🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

TEAM NL
Head Coach Alexander Pittman (Conception Bay South)
Assistant Coach Pamela O'Keefe (Gander)

Chaperones
Larry MacDonald (Corner Brook)
Karyn Ivany (Stephenville)

Athletes
Myah Banfield (Gander)
Amelia Bazeley (St. John's)
Jordyn Benoit (Kippens)
Allison Duffett (St. John's)
*Matthew Earle (St. John’s)
Thomas Evans (St. John's)
Jayden Fry (Stephenville)
Crispen Hatendi (Cape Saint George)
Paige Ivany (Stephenville)
Calla Leach (Gander)
Tytan Lush (St. John's)
Jonah Murphy (Outer Cove)
Henry Pearson (St. John's)
Jack Sharpe (Stephenville)
Meira Magdiel Subramani (St.John's)
Jonathan Wardle (St Johns)
Maelie Young (St. John's)
*Selected on a provisional basis, subject to medical clearance and proof of fitness.

Alternates
Kate Butler (Conception Bay South)
Gibson Gollop (Churchill Falls)
Rachel Hiscock (Gander)
Cole Sullivan (Bay Bulls)

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Congratulations 👏

Wow, what a weekend for YQX Athletics! 🎉

What an incredible performance by every one of our athletes! We had so many personal bests, podium finishes, and outstanding performances. You should all be extremely proud of yourselves. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to training truly paid off this weekend.

🏅 Results:
Calla Leach (U16) – 🥇 1st in the 100m, 200m, and 300m.
PBs: 200m – 27.88, 300m – 45.23

Myah Banfield (U18) – 🥇 1st in Long Jump, High Jump, and 100m Hurdles.
PBs: 100mH – 16.01, Long Jump – 4.73m
⭐ ⭐️New Provincial Record Holder in the 100m Hurdles!⭐️⭐️

Rachel Hiscock (U18) – 🥇 1st in the 100m, 🥈 2nd in the 200m.

Nishan Nahabet (U18) – 🥉 3rd in the 400m, 6th in the 100m, 8th in the 200m.
3 PBs: 100m – 13.44, 200m – 27.78, 400m – 1:02.89

Kalen Miller (U18) – 🥇 1st in Hammer Throw, 🥈 2nd in High Jump, 🥈 2nd in the 1500m, 🥉 3rd in Long Jump.
PB: Long Jump – 5.07m

Dawson White (U18) – 4th in the 400m, 10th in the 200m, 10th in the 100m.
PB: 400m – 1:04.56

Madden Dwyer (U18) – 4th in Long Jump, 9th in the 100m and 200m.
2 PBs: 100m – 13.69, 200m – 27.78

Gavin Foley (U18) – 🥉 3rd in Long Jump, 7th in the 200m, 8th in the 100m.
2 PBs: 100m – 13.57, 200m – 27.75

Anna Burtova (U16) – 🥉 3rd in the 2000m, 4th in the 1200m.
🌟 First-ever track meet!

Madilyn Rosenthal-Lewis (U16) – 5th in the 1200m and 2000m.
🌟 First-ever track meet!

Branna Casey (U16) – 🥉 3rd in Long Jump.
PB: 1500m – 4:59.00

Ella Powell (U16) – 🥈 2nd in Long Jump.
🌟 First-ever track meet!

Gibson Gollop (U16) – 🥇 1st in the 3000m, 🥈 2nd in the 1200m.
🌟 First-ever track meet!

Blake Power (U18) – 🥇 1st in the 1500m and 3000m.
PB: 1500m – 5:19.22

Congratulations, Team YQX! 💙💛

Congratulations to Sarah Pace on setting two new senior provincial records at the NLAA Provincial Track & Field Championships in Mount Pearl on July 4.

Sarah ran a blazing 15.07 in the 100m hurdles, and followed it up by winning the triple jump with a record‑breaking 11.01m.

An incredible double performance — congratulations, Sarah!

Let’s have some fun Gander. The YQX running club and Commander Gander are rearing to go with the annual 5 and 10k races plus new kid races added. Details and registration at YQXRC.ca

Huge congratulations to Amelia Bazeley on a phenomenal performance at the NLAA Age‑Class Championships on July 4, 2026!
Amelia set a blazing 2:10.82 in the 800m, breaking both the U16 and U18 girls’ provincial records.

An incredible achievement from one of Newfoundland & Labrador’s rising stars. Well done, Amelia — the entire track & field community is proud of you!

Looking for a new home for a First Place Pole Vault Pit!

We have a full set of used First Place PV mats currently stored in St. John’s, and we’re hoping to donate them to a club or track & field program — either here in Newfoundland & Labrador or elsewhere in Canada.

They must be picked up within the next two weeks.

If your club or school could use a pole vault pit, reach out and let’s chat.

Memorial Track and Field Club - Speed Development Camp

For athletes born between 2008 and 2013 who want to improve their speed and athletic performance, whether for track and field or other sports! This camp will focus on acceleration, sprint mechanics, and power development. Athletes will be coached by experienced university-level track and field athletes and coaches!

Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

https://www.trackie.com/event/memorial-track-and-field-club-speed-development-camp/1036453/

Memorial Track and Field Club Summer Camp

Open to participants born 2014–2017, this camp introduces young athletes to the fundamentals of track and field, including running, jumping, and throwing. Participants will develop their skills through fun drills, games, and engaging activities in a supportive environment.

Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

https://www.trackie.com/event/memorial-track-and-field-club-summer-camp/1036451/

Crush your goals at the 2026 Trapline Marathon! 🥳

Experience the history, culture and breathtaking scenery of Central Labrador at the Trapline Marathon. Taking place in October each year, this Boston Marathon qualifying event offers scenic views, fall colours and quiet surroundings, making it one of the best kept secrets in Canada.

⏰ Early bird deadline ends on July 31!

Register now!
www.traplinemarathon.com

Check out the FAQ section of our website for more information:
https://www.traplinemarathon.com/faq.html