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.

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.



Club Results of the Abbotsford 55+ BC Games

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From Ultra Throw: Mohan (center) and Saroop Tatla (Right)

BC 55+ Senior Games were held once again in Abbotsford after a gap of 13 years from August 22–26, 2023. Games were spread over the Fraser Valley, and the track and field events were conducted at the Jennifer Swan Rotary Stadium, Abbotsford from the 23rd to the 26th. The weather conditions were perfect for good performances.

Eight of our Ultr Throw Club members had registered for the meet, however, Manjit Johal had to miss it due to a conflict, and Saroop Tatla had to pull out midway after one event. The results achieved by the members speak of their domination in various events – their performances were commendable. The results achieved were as follows :

Harnek Toor on the podium

Mohan Bains

  • Hammer Throw – Gold Medal

  • Discus Throw – Gold Medal

  • Javelin Throw – Gold Medal

  • Weight Throw – Gold Medal

  • Throws Pent. – Gold Medal

  • Shot Put – Bronze Medal

Avtar Chhina

  • Shot Put – Silver Medal

  • Weight Throw – Silver Medal

  • Long Jump – Silver Medal

  • Discus Throw – Bronze Medal

Jaswinder Pannu

  • Discus Throw – Silver Medal

  • Javelin Throw – Silver Medal

Francis Steinfeld on the podium

Francis Steinfeld

  • Shot Put – Gold

  • Hammer – Gold

  • Discus – Silver

Saroop Tatla

  • Throws Pent. – Bronze Medal

Harnek Toor

  • Hammer Throw – Gold Medal

  • Shot Put – Gold Medal

  • Weight Throw – Gold Medal

  • Throws Pent. – Gold Medal

  • 1500 M Race Walk – Gold Medal

  • Javelin – Silver Medal

  • Discus – Bronze Medal

Harnek and Ken with an event volunteer

Ken Townsend

  • Discus – Silver Medal

  • Javelin – Bronze Medal

  • Throws Pent. – Bronze Medal

David Ulis

  • Discus – Gold Medal

  • Javelin – Gold Medal

  • High Jump – Gold Medal

  • Shot Put – Silver Medal

  • Weight Throw – Silver Medal

  • Throws Pent. – Silver Medal

Avtar Chhina on the podium

All Club members have repeated their performances within ten days of the Canadian Masters Championship. Now they will follow it up during our Club Championship due on 24 Sep, 2023. That will be the end of this competitive season.

Our grateful thanks are due to the Organizing Committee of this Meet and the Officials who made it a memorable experience. Now we will be looking forward to next year’s BC 55+ Track and Field Meet being held at Salmon Arm from 10 – 14 September 2024.

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