The Great West Open – Ken Trickey Memorial is an early season open event for athletes across the South West, organised by Exeter Harriers,  for the U11 age group and upwards.

All children over 8 years old are actively encouraged to compete: it does not matter what standard they are and help will be given by the officials so they know what to do.

Download a printable programme here

Information

1. This open meeting is also a fixture for the SOUTH WEST SAPPHIRE LEAGUE. The events and details for the Sapphire League can be found in here:  Sapphire League

2. Entry fee is £13 – this is payable through the entry form.

3. Lunch break 13:00 to 13:40

4. Age groups: ages are as on 31^st August 2024.

5. Maximum number of events
   • U11, U13, U15 and U17     3 events
   • U20                                     5 events
   • SM/SW/Masters                  No limit

6. Restrictions
   • U13s cannot do both 800m and 1500m
   • U15s can only do one race of 800m or longer.

7. Medals for first three in each event.
   • The U20M and MEN counts as one age group.
   • The U20W and WOMEN counts as one age group.
   • U20 or older athletes use the correct weight implements for their age group.

8. TRACK races - where possible, these will be graded.

9. FIELD Events – 4 trials except for HJ and PV unless the Field Referee decides otherwise.

10. CLOSING Date for entries is midnight on April 17^th 2024

11. For late entries, email open@exeterharriers.org.uk

12. GDPR. See Terms and Conditions

13. Volunteers We rely on volunteer help to ensure the event can run smoothly. If you can help to support our qualified officials, and would be willing to do tasks such as; raking a sandpit, pulling a tape through to measure a long-jump or adjusting the high jump bar, please email  open@exeterharriers.org.uk  Thank you in anticipation

14. Photography: This is a public event, therefore, it is not possible to prevent photographs of any particular individual from appearing in the media. If this is a problem for you, you are advised not to take part.