Officiating News

  • Ivor Wiggett

    Following on from the announcement of Ivor’s passing, I thought I would share a few thoughts of my own. I’m still a relative newcomer to athletics officiating but Ivor was there as a constant presence through the ten or so years I’ve been involved. I first came across him as a starter at the Met League where I was attending with my club, Ealing Eagles. He was the starter at a number of races and was also a smiling presence, whatever the weather was being thrown at us. As I started volunteering and then officiating for my club Ivor was… Read more

  • Officials Availability for County Champs

    Thank you to everyone who helped to officiate and organise the Tri-Counties Indoor Championships this past weekend. It was a successful championships with athlete numbers increased from previous years. The indoor season is now coming to an end and thoughts turn to the outdoor season. League matches and other club fixtures are no doubt already being shared with you by your clubs. I had previously shared the dates for Outdoor County Championships as May 10th/11th and I can now confirm they will be held at Lee Valley that weekend. https://forms.gle/fdgDQevWJpKDJPf29 Can you please use the link above to let me know… Read more

  • Roy Stratton Award 2024

    Middlesex AA is pleased to announce the winner of the inaugural Roy Stratton Award as Malcolm French, Serpentine Running Club. Malcolm was recognised for his contribution across the whole range of athletics officiating – Track, Field, Start, Endurance (Road and Cross Country). Presenting the award Stuart Pugh, County Officials Secretary, said: “There is barely an event in the County of Middlesex where Malcolm does not make a significant contribution. He organises events, officiates in many disciplines and supports new officials through mentoring.” The award was presented by Roy’s children, Sue and Alan at the recent Middlesex Officials’ Reception. Lina Ambruleviciute… Read more