OFF-ISLAND LEAGUES

OPPORTUNITIES TO
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What opportunities are available?

Depending on their age, local athletes have the opportunity to compete for Team IOM in two track and field leagues. 

Why should athletes take part?

Athletes should participate in the Youth Development League (YDL) and Northern League because these competitions provide valuable experience and opportunities to develop skills and reach new performance levels.

The YDL is designed for young athletes (U14 and U16 age groups) and introduces them to competitive settings, helping them build confidence, discipline, and resilience. Competing alongside peers fosters camaraderie and a team spirit, offering structured pathways for long-term development in athletics.

The Northern League, aimed at U18 and older athletes, provides a higher level of competition and allows athletes to test themselves against some of the region’s best. It supports athletic progression by exposing participants to diverse events and challenging opponents.

Both leagues serve as stepping stones for athletes to sharpen their competitive edge, enhance their versatility, and gain experience that can open doors to future opportunities at higher levels.

Northern League
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NORTHERN TRACK & FIELD LEAGUE

The Northern Track & Field League includes 4 annual matches in the North of England. Each division comprises 6 clubs. Team IOM currently competes in Division 1, providing a good level of competition for our U18 and over athletes.

The current list of included events is as follows:
Men: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m, 110 Hurdles, 400 Hurdles, High Jump, Long Jump, Pole Vault, Triple Jump, Discus, Hammer, Shot, Javelin, 4×100, 4×400, 3000 Steeplechase & Non-Scoring 100m

Women: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 3000m, 100 Hurdles, 400 Hurdles, High Jump, Long Jump, Pole Vault, Triple Jump, Discus, Hammer, Shot, Javelin, 4×100, 4×400 & Non-Scoring 100m

Match 1 – Saturday 16th May – Leigh Sports Village, Leigh

Match 2 – Sunday 21st June – Wavertree Athletic Track, Liverpool

Match 3 – Saturday 8th August – Deeside Stadium, Deeside

Match 4 – Sunday 30th August – The Sports Centre, Edge Hill University, Ormskirk

Athletes will travel as a group via boat or plane, typically on a return weekend trip via Liverpool, with one overnight stay included.

Details of the above will be provided prior to each match. Athletes are expected to travel with the team at all times. Due to the limited number of spaces on the coach, travel is restricted to athletes and officials only.

 

If you’re a first claim member of Manx Harriers, Western AC, or Northern AC you will be eligible for selection to the composite Team IOM.

If you’re interested in being considered for selection, please complete the Expression of Interest form.

Athletes can expect to pay approximately £100 per trip. This includes all travel and accommodation costs. Trip costs vary based on location and are subject to change annually and throughout the season.

Reading and signing the IOMAA NL & YDL Travel Policy is an essential step in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and positive experience of all athletes, officials, and supporters involved in off-island competitions. The policy clearly outlines expectations around behaviour, safeguarding, travel arrangements, and financial responsibilities, helping everyone understand their role in maintaining a safe and respectful team environment. By agreeing to the policy, athletes and parents demonstrate their commitment to upholding high standards, supporting effective team management, and ensuring that all travel is organised in a secure, efficient, and inclusive manner.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT LEAGUE (YDL)

The composite team formed from members of Manx Harriers, Northern AC, & Western AC (can include Manx Fell Runners’ members), known as IOM Team Youth, first entered the Youth Development League in 2013, starting in the lowest division in the North West of England.

Match 1 – Sunday 3rd May – Robin Park, Wigan (1 night stop)

Match 2 – Sunday 31st May – Longford Park, Trafford (1 night stop)

Match 3 – Saturday 18th July – Robin Park, Wigan (1 night stop)

Match 4 – Saturday 1st August – Leigh Sports Village (1 night stop)

The following events are part of the YDL league:

Age GroupTrack EventsField Events
U1470m hurdles (girls)
75m hurdles (boys)
75m
150m
800m
1200m
4 x 100m relay		Shot Putt
Long Jump
High Jump
U1675m hurdles (girls)
80m hurdles (boys)
100m
200m
300m
800m
1500m
4 x 100m relay
4 x 300m relay		Shot Putt
Javelin
Hammer
Long Jump
High Jump
Pole Vault

Athletes can compete in a maximum of 3 events plus a relay.

*Note –there may be times where athletes will be required to compete in events they ordinarily may not compete in due to injuries/sickness on the day or unavailability of athletes for particular matches. With the exception of high jump and pole vault, athletes must compete in their selected events. The aim is to score the maximum number of points possible for the team at each match rather than based on individual performances. We will always try to put athletes in their strongest events when selecting the team.

Athletes will travel as a group via boat or plane, typically on a return weekend trip via Liverpool, with one overnight stay included.

Details of the above will be provided prior to each match. Athletes are expected to travel with the team at all times. Due to the limited number of spaces on the coach, travel is restricted to athletes and officials only.

Should parents wish to join their child at selected matches, they may do so at their own cost.

A selection committee, made up of nominated individuals from each clubs’ committees, will meet prior to each match to review potential athletes wishing to be considered for that match.

Selection will be based on a number of factors such as:
– Performance
– Commitment to training sessions
– Attitude and behaviour
– Entry into the IOMAA summer league competitions*

*Note – athletes who have not registered for the summer league, will not be eligible to compete in the YDL*

The team will be announced a minimum of two weeks prior to the next match as such, athletes will be required to make their availability known prior to the next match selection. A private Facebook group will be set up for the 2026 league and the Team Manager arrange a post requesting confirmation on the availability of each athlete prior to the match.

If you do not use Facebook, please make this known when registering interest so that any updates can be communicated using the appropriate method.

The maximum number of athletes that can compete per match is 40.

There are two teams – A & B teams, per match.

The costs for these trips are heavily subsidised by the IOMAA. The overall cost is divided by the 4 matches as such, the same amount will be applicable for each match.

Reading the IOMAA NL & YDL Travel Policy is an essential step in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and positive experience of all athletes, officials, and supporters involved in off-island competitions. The policy clearly outlines expectations around behaviour, safeguarding, travel arrangements, and financial responsibilities, helping everyone understand their role in maintaining a safe and respectful team environment. By agreeing to the policy, athletes and parents demonstrate their commitment to upholding high standards, supporting effective team management, and ensuring that all travel is organised in a secure, efficient, and inclusive manner.

Please complete the online form no later than the 12th April 2026: https://league-applicant-manager.replit.app/iomaa/ydl

For any questions please contact Alice Bell, the YDL Team Manager: Email not yet available

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