Stellar Performance at All Schools 2024 Canberra Running Coach, December 10, 2024December 31, 2024 The FAST Running squad made a mark at the 2024 All Schools Championships, showcasing their talent, determination, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Here’s a recap of our athletes’ incredible achievements: 100m Siena Towndrow Heat: 4th, 12.26s (PB) Final: 8th, 12.34s Olivia Jose Heat: 8th, 13.26s (14th overall) Competed in the fastest heat of the event. Simeon Heat: 4th, 11.46s Final: 7th, 11.44s (PB) Daniel Nwaobi Heat: 3rd, 11.29s Final: 6th, 11.12s (PB) 200m Daniel Nwaobi Heat: 3rd, 22.51s (PB) Final: 8th, 22.69s Siena Towndrow Heat: 5th, 26.31s (10th overall) Lewin Ainsworth Heat: 8th, 26.62s (15th overall) Tom Madigan Heat: 8th, 25.41s (16th overall, PB) 400m Vishaal Vijayakumar Heat: 6th, 58.17s (13th overall) Lewin Ainsworth Heat: 7th, 1:00.19 (14th overall) Tom Madigan Heat: 5th, 54.59s (10th overall) Relays 4x100m Siena’s U18 Women: Bronze Medal, 47.86s Daniel and Simeon’s U16 Men: 4th, 43.18s (0.17s off third place) 4x200m Olivia Jose’s U14 Mixed Team: 6th, 1:43.57 4x400m Tom Madigan’s U16 Mixed Team: 5th, 3:57.78 Field Event Hammer Throw Lewin Ainsworth: 10th, 26.22m Celebrating Milestones This year’s competition was full of personal bests, team camaraderie, and exceptional performances across multiple disciplines. Highlights include: Daniel Nwaobi’s remarkable sprinting form, with PBs in both the 100m (11.12s) and 200m (22.51s). Siena Towndrow’s resilience, reaching the finals in the 100m and contributing to a podium finish in the 4x100m relay with a diving finish. Our relay squads shining on the national stage, securing a bronze medal in the U18 Women’s 4x100m. FAST Running: Building Champions These results reflect the dedication and hard work of our athletes and coaches. Each performance adds to our legacy of nurturing talent and achieving excellence on the track. Congratulations to all our athletes for their efforts, and a huge thank you to our supporters, parents, and the FAST Running community. Together, we continue to sprint toward success! Stay tuned for more updates and follow our journey on Instagram @fastrunning for highlights and behind-the-scenes moments. FAST Track Finalist Medalist News Performance FAST FemalesGinninderra AthleticsGungahlinMature TeensResultsSprintingTeensWoden Athletics
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