UTS Northern Suburbs Athletics

>> It’s Ryan’s Turn

Ryan Dowling has won the silver medal in the M45 400m hurdles! He says “happy to get to the final and give what l had”. Congratulations on a great race!

In her final event of the championship, Antoinette Baron contested the W75 Weight Pentathlon. That’s all five throwing events in one day! She placed 7th and says she “had a blast!”.

Helena Smith also contested the Weight Pentathlon though in the W35 age group. She placed 4th.

In the pouring rain, Kriszta Kovacs raced in the W50 1500m final and also placed 4th.

David Neill competed in the M50 400m coming 6th in his heat for 26th overall.

Still to come are the 4x400m relays and Ryan Dowling in the 110m hurdles.

📸: Ryan wins silver

>> The New Track is Almost Done!

While it’s still a month away till completion, it is exciting that the synthetic layers are starting to be added for the new track and jumps runways. Of course there is curing time for the glues and also rectification works on the grass surrounds. Willoughby City Council has advised that we are most likely to have some track access at the end of September.

As the track is closed, please discuss alternative locations and training times with your coach.

We are looking forward to the new facilities!

>> It’s Gold to Nicki!

Here is your world champion and gold medallist in the W50 High Jump - Nicki Drinkwater! Congratulations on a terrific result.

Also in action was Antoinette Baron who finished 12th in the W75 Shot Put while Nicki also raced in the 300m hurdles final and placed 4th.

More to come with Kriszta Kovacs in the W50 1500m final, Ryan Dowling in the M45 400m Hurdles final and David Neill still to race.

📸: Nicki with fellow medallists

>> TCS Mini Marathon

Congratulations to Jerra Wright-Smith - 9th in the U20 event!

>> Marathon Time

Good luck to UTS Norths athletes contesting the TCS Sydney Marathon and associated events!

All the event details at https://www.tcssydneymarathon.com/

>> Another Silver in Daegu

🥈 Nicki Drinkwater added to her medal collection with a silver medal as part of the W50 4x100m team. They placed 2nd behind the USA.

And in more results:
Antoinette Baron - W75 Discus 13th, Javelin 6th
Helena Smith - W35 Shot Put 10th, Weight Throw 4th
Kriszta Kovacs - W50 Q 1500m final

📸: Nicki (left) and her relay teammates

Follow the results via Roster Athletics and/or watch the FREE livestream on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/)

>> Registration Time - Join UTS Norths!

Why re-register or join UTS Norths?

UTS Norths is a club for people aged 13 years and older including open and masters athletes. The club offers the following to its members:

- access to competitions and representative pathways via NSW Athletics and Australian Athletics
- access to Rotary Athletics Field and fully equipped gym during club training times
- relay teams (summer and winter) with entry fees paid by UTS Norths
- strong teams in the Treloar Shield (inter club competition) with point score prizes in each age group
- club competitions at Rotary Athletics Field
- access to a variety of coaches
- Elite Athlete Program (via University of Technology Sydney)
- recognition via social media and annual awards
- social events (eg annual awards dinner)
- opportunity to volunteer at events and on committees
- extensive list of records to be broken
- fares assistance to national and international competitions *
- complimentary registration for state open champions *

(* subject to conditions)

To register with UTS Norths for the 2026-2027 season (1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027) please use this link on the website https://www.utsnorthsath.com.au/registration or see the menu for registration on the home page.

>> Get Your New Club Gear Now!

UTS Norths now has team warm-up gear! Grab yours now ahead of the Treloar Shield and be part of the team.

Items available include a short sleeve tee-shirt, a long sleeve tee shirt and a warm-up jacket.

The fabric is a high-performance, lightweight material that feels soft and silky with two-way stretch for maximum comfort and movement. And it’s easy care.

Sizing is unisex so check the size chart carefully for each item as there are no returns.

Get your order in ASAP for delivery prior to the summer season.

Order via the ‘shop’ on our website where you will need to login for secure payment - https://www.utsnorthsath.com.au/shop/12309

>> Are You in Year 10, Year 11 or Year 12 Wondering How to be an Athlete at Uni?

Come along to the EAP Info Night on 3 September 2026

What is the EAP?
It is the UTS Elite Athlete Program (EAP) and potential members are invited to meet representatives from UTS’s high-performance sporting clubs, and discover the support available to student-athletes at university.

About the UTS Elite Athlete Program
UTS EAP supports students competing at elite and emerging levels of sport while undertaking university study. Through scholarships and tailored support, the program helps student-athletes manage the demands of both high-performance sport and academic life.

Each year, UTS supports more than 300 athletes across 45+ sports, from state and national representatives through to world champions and Olympians! This support includes members of UTS Norths who are students at UTS!

Event Details:
* Date: Thursday 3 September
* Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
* Location: UTS Moore Park Level 5

Whether you’re considering studying at UTS or looking to understand the opportunities available to student-athletes, this information evening is a great opportunity to learn more and have your questions answered.

Register at this link https://www.activateuts.com.au/events/uts-elite-athlete-program-high-performance-information-evening/

Please pass the word around in your networks.

>> Bronze to Kriszta 🥉

At the 2026 World Masters Athletics Championships in Daegu, Kriszta Kovacs has won a bronze medal in the W50 800m with Australians going 1-2-3. Congratulations Kriszta!