Club Results: BC Masters Indoor Championship

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A photo from the event featuring three of our members who competed in Shot put (far left: Jaswinder, Harnek and Mohan)

The 2024 BC Masters Indoor Championship were held at the Kamloops Indoor Stadium on August 8 and 9.

A total number of 60 masters athletes took part with 36 males and 24 female athletes.

There were only two throwing events scheduled being an indoor meet. These were Shot Put and Weight throw.

Four Ultra Throw Club members participated. Their performances were praiseworthy, results of which were as follows:

  • Dave McDonald (70–74)
               - Weight Throw         - Gold Medal
    (He broke the existing BC Masters indoor Weight Throw record of 15.81 M with a throw of 16.19 M)

  • Jaswinder PANNU (65–69)
                 - Shot Put                - Gold Medal
                 - Weight Throw      - Gold Medal

  • Mohan Bains (70–74)
                 - Shot Put               - Gold Medal
                 - Weight Throw      - Silver Medal.

  • Harnek Toor (75–79)
                 - Shot Put                 - Gold Medal
                 - Weight Throw        - Gold Medal

Performances of our members dominated the field in both the throws and they have done our Club proud. Our heartiest congratulations to each one of them and wish them good hunting in the outdoor competitions at the BC, Canadian and the World Masters level ahead during the year.

2023 Ultra Throw Club Achievements

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recipient, Alan Coles recieves the inaugural S. Baghel Singh Toor Memorial Trophy for 2023 (highest throws triathlon scored in Ultra Throw meets). The trophy is sponsored by Desert Hills Estate Winery, and was presented by Dave McDonald, Founder, Ultra Throw. (Langley, BC)

We are proud to acknowledge the exceptional athletic achievements of our Ultra Throw members.

Several of our dedicated athletes were presented with prestigious awards in recognition of their outstanding performances and contributions to the sport.

These accolades serve as a testament to the unwavering commitment and skill of our athletes, reflecting the high standards of excellence upheld by Ultra Throw.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the award recipients and express our gratitude to all members for their continued dedication and hard work.

Harnek Toor receives the Challenge Trophy (aggregate throws pentathlon point total for Ultra Throw meets). The award was presented by Robbin Whachell, Ultra Throw Vice President. (Langley, BC)

Best 2023 scores in an individual throws pentathlon:

  • Harnek - 3339

  • Dave Ulis - 2827

  • Mohan Bains - 2725

For aggregate scores combining the two meets in throws pentathlon:

  • Harnek - 6253

  • Ken - 4486

  • Dave U - 2827

The new trophy is for top aggregate scores for the throws triathlon:

  • Alan Coles - 2361

  • Harnek - 1578

  • Mohan - 1577

Harnek Toor receives the Ultra Cup for 2023 (single highest throws pentathlon points scored in Ultra Throw meets). The award was sponsored by Alpha Mortgage House Corporation and was presented by Robbin Whachell, Ultra Throw Vice President. (Langley, BC)

Megan Teolis, our 'Youth Athlete of the Year' with her mother Tonya. The award was presented by Dave McDonald, founder of Ultra Throw.

Club Donations for 2023 Appreciated

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Each of the monetary donations were presented to our Treasurer, Dave McDonald by club president, Harnek Toor.

Ultra Throw Club would like to acknowledge and thank the following individuals and businesses for their support this year.

We thank these reputable establishments for their continued support of our sport!

A new trophy makes a trio! Thank you Desert Hills for the new trophy (left).

2023 AGM and Elections Held

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The new board, Left to right: Dave McDonald, Harnek Toor, Ken Townsend, Robbin Whachell and David Ulis.

The Ultra Throw annual general meeting was held on September 24, 2023 at McLeod Athletic Park in Langley after the Club Championships.

The meeting was held next to the shot put area. The club thanked Betsy Rollins who served as our registrar in years past. The following is an excerpt from the President’s Report:

"Betsy Rollins has been an honoured member of Ultra Throw Club since its inception and proved to be a beacon of guidance to those who needed it. She aided in the growth of the club and enhanced our Club name. Not only an athlete but an excellent official who helped us at many meets. We all are grateful for her contributions.”

The Club looks forward to new youth members coming on board. Ultra Throw had excellent performances this year by its members, in particular at the Canadian Masters Athletics Championships and the 55+ BC Games.”

Congrats to the new 2023/24 executive voted-in. They include the following:

  • President, Harnek Toor

  • Vice-President and Communications Director,
    Robbin Whachell

  • Treasurer, Dave McDonald

  • Registrar, Vacant

  • Director, Ken Townsend

  • Director, David Ulis

The Club looks forward to future growth and two open meets in 2024. Registration for the new season is already underway. Questions can be sent to ultrathrowclub@gmail.com.

Club President Harnek Toor reading his annual report.


Results of Ultra Masters Throws (& Club) Championships

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13 competitors with officials from BC Athletics pose for a group shot on Sept. 24

Since Ultra Throw Club was registered in 2015, its members have been testing their might when we close out each season with our Club Championships.

This year’s meet was held on September 24 at the McLeod Athletic Park, Langley. Although it was a Club Championship, a limited number of other athletes were also permitted to participate. Three participants had come from far-flung areas. George Mathews came from Seattle, Jim Dyer from Quesnel and Andrew Arthur from Calgary. This speaks volumes for the popularity and good standing of the Club.

The 13 participants put up their best performances. Weather conditions were commensurate with record performances. There were three events that were contested by most of the participants which included the Throws Pentathlon, Throws Triathlon, and Super Weight Throw. The participants achieved the following results in their respective events.

Pentathlon or Triathlon:

Andrew Arthur Gold (pentathlon), Gold (super weight)

Alan Coles Gold (triathlon)

Jim Dyer Gold (pentathlon), Silver (super weight)

Paramjit Gill Silver (pent.), Silver (super weight)

Shawn Steves Gold (pentathlon), Gold (super weight)

Saroop Tatla Gold (pentathlon), Gold (super weight)

Harnek Toor Gold (pentathlon), Gold (super weight)

Ken Townsend Bronze (pentathlon), Silver (super weight)

David Ulis Silver (pentathlon)

Robbin Whachell Gold (pentathlon)

Individual throws results:

George Mathews Gold (hammer), Gold (super weight)

Francis Steinfeld Gold (hammer), Gold (discus), Gold (shot put)

Megan Teolis Gold (hammer)

We are grateful to the B.C. Athletics officials, led by John and Carol Cull.

With each passing year, our Club goes from strength to strength. We will chalk out our off-season practice to keep various competitions coming up during 2024 in view so that we take off from where we have left now.