TALES FROM THE VALE

On Saturday 27 June, Vale of York Athletic Community will be hosting a Funetics Multi Challenge (FMC) Quadrathlon at the University of York athletics facility. The event will give U10 and U12 athletes from schools and clubs across the region a chance to take part in an inclusive athletics competition designed specially for younger children.

Beverley’s training continues to go well as she progresses on her London Marathon journey. She reflects on another month’s running under her belt:

“January went like a flash, and a full month of training has been completed. It’s been a mixed bag of slow jogs, long runs and community fun, with the added bonus of a cross country swim — and not forgetting the Brass Monkey Half Marathon!

Harry Bromley led the Vale of York team home at the Brass Monkey Half Marathon, setting a new club record with an impressive time of 1:13:32.

Beverley’s name was pulled out of the hat for our London Marathon club ballot place and in her own words she was “very very excited.”

Well, despite swearing she would never do another marathon, and having fully embraced track and field in 2025 (Sheila Bolland Masters Athletics Winner nonetheless), Beverley has committed to her marathon challenge.

Last half term, Coach Jenni worked with a group of young athletes to launch our first formal Young Leaders Programme, designed to develop leadership skills and build confidence.

Vale of York athletes participated in more Cross Country events throughout November, including the West Yorkshire Cross Country League and PECO.

Here at Vale of York Athletic Community, our mission is clear. We exist to “provide facilities for athletic activity in a friendly, safe environment for the benefit of children and adults in the Vale of York”.

We’re proud to be a local charity dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of our community through athletics, running and fitness. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate, regardless of their background or ability.

We often get asked about membership. As a sports club with charitable status, our guiding principle is to “encourage broad community participation in healthy sport and recreation”. This means that, in general, we aim to be as open and inclusive as possible.