INTRODUCTION
All of our young athletes are encouraged to take part in events. These range from under 11s ‘Sportshall’ competitions to various track and field meetings that take place at locations throughout the Northeast. There are plenty to choose from and they cater for all ages and abilities.
CLUB MONTHLY TIMED MILE
Crook Juniors hold a timed track mile on the first Thursday of every month. This allows members to see how much they’re improving while trying to beat their personal best time.
COUNTY DURHAM ATHLETICS NETWORK (CDAN) EVENTS
Usually during the winter months CDAN put on two indoor ‘Sportshall’ athletics events. One is at Sedgefield for the Under 11s age group and the other at Newton Aycliffe for the Under 13s and Under 15s. CDAN also organises spring and summer athletics festivals.
NORTH EAST HARRIER LEAGUE www.harrierleague.com
These are cross country races that take place during the winter season. There are usually 6 events in a season and there are races for all the age groups from U11s up to seniors.
JUNIOR PARKRUNS www.parkrun.org.uk/events/juniorevents
These are a series of free timed 2km runs held in parks on a Sunday morning starting at 9.00 am. There are junior ’parkruns’ throughout the North East including Sedgefield, Spennymoor, Durham, and Darlington.
