Ultra Throw Results | 2025 55+ BC Games
Ultra Throw athletes swept the podium and showcased their throwing dominance at the 2025 55+ BC Games in Nanaimo.
Four of the 10 athletes from the 70–75 age group were from Ultra Throw! (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
Harnek Toor received a bronze in the javelin throw. (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
The 2025 55+ BC Games were held in Nanaimo from September 10–13, with track and field competitions taking place at the Elwood Wylie Memorial Stadium. Ultra Throw was proudly represented by four members who joined the Zone 3 Track & Field Team (Fraser Valley) — and they made their mark by dominating the throwing events.
Between them, Ken Townsend, David Ulis, Mohan Bains, and Harnek Toor collected an impressive haul of medals and top placements. In fact, Ultra Throw athletes swept the top three spots in the Throws Pentathlon (75–79 age group) and secured multiple podium finishes across shot put, javelin, and weight throw. Jaswinder Pannu had excellent results in the 60–64 age group.
Ultra athlete results highlighted the team’s overall supremacy in throwing events at this year’s Games.
Ken Townsend in the discus. (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
Here’s a closer look at their individual performances:
The competition was run smoothly by dedicated organizers and officials, whose efforts ensured a fair and enjoyable experience for athletes and spectators alike. The eco-friendly stadium, home to rabbits that casually mingled with the crowd, provided a unique and relaxed setting for competition. Combined with excellent weather conditions, it was the perfect environment for top-notch performances.
Mohan Bains and the shot put. He took a silver medal. (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
For Ultra Throw, the outing was more than just medal-winning — it was a celebration of skill, camaraderie, and the joy of competing at a high level. The experience is sure to be remembered fondly and stored on the “memory chip” of every athlete involved.
Congratulations to Ken, David, Jaswinder, Mohan, and Harnek for representing both Zone 3 and Ultra Throw with such distinction at the 55+ BC Games!
David Ulis and the weight throw. (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
Jaswinder Pannu wearing 3 of his 4 medals during the awards ceremony. (Photo: 55+ BC Games)
Ultra Throw Festival Showcases Strength Across All Divisions
The Ultra Throw Festival brought together throwers of all ages for a record-setting weekend of competition at McLeod Athletic Park on July 19 and 20.
Throws athletes of all ages…
The Ultra Throw Festival returned to McLeod Athletic Park on July 19–20, drawing athletes from across the province for two days of spirited competition in the throws. The event featured six disciplines: hammer, shot put, discus, javelin, weight, and super weight—providing a full spectrum of opportunity for development and high performance.
Thank you volunteers and officials from BC Athletics
Saturday, July 19 featured Junior Development (JD), U16, and U18 divisions, with 53 competitors representing 10 clubs.
Sunday, July 20 welcomed 31 athletes across 12 clubs, competing in U20, U23, Senior, and Masters divisions.
Day two included several outstanding performances now pending ratification as official records:
Shane Wiebe (55) – Shot Put (6kg): 13.61m
Shane Wiebe (55) – Super Weight (56lb): 7.90m
Shawn Stevens (52) – Super Weight (56lb): 7.59m
Christine Dalgleish (61) – Super Weight (20lb): 8.36m
Ultra Throw extends its heartfelt thanks to all the athletes who gave their best on the field, the committed volunteers who helped the event run smoothly, and the BC Athletics officials whose time and expertise ensure a top-tier standard of competition.
Masters Athletes after competing in Shot Put
Record-breaker, Christine Dalgleish said, “Thank you so much to the Ultra Throw Festival organizing committee and BC Athletics officials who took on this wonderful two-day event. You created an environment that was inclusive, inviting and welcoming. The challenging event saw the masters athletes rise to the challenge of taking on not only a throws pentathlon but also a throws triathlon and the super weight if we wished and boy, did I wish! I signed up for all that but the organizers and officials deserve the accolades for signing up to make it happen for us.”
This festival was a celebration of both emerging and experienced talent, and we’re proud to see the throwing community continue to grow.
Registration is underway for our September Throws Festival via Trackie. Thank you for supporting Ultra Throw!
Full results are posted below:
Exceptional Year for Ultra Throw Youth Athletes
Ultra Throw’s youth athletes delivered an exceptional year of performances in 2024, earning podium finishes, personal bests, and making their mark at provincial and national competitions. Their dedication and growth continue to inspire the entire throwing community.
Celebrating Ultra Throw’s Rising Stars: Impressive 2024 Results for Our Youth Athletes
What a year it has been for our young Ultra Throw athletes!
Our 12 dedicated youth members have achieved impressive results across national and regional stages in 2024. These young competitors have shown outstanding talent and commitment, securing top spots in Canada and beyond.
Here’s a look at the athletes who raised the bar in their respective events:
Top National Standings
Lexa Maver (2012) – Javelin (400g): #1 in Canada with a throw of 24.26m. Leading the pack, Lexa’s dedication and form set her apart as the top-ranked athlete in the country.
Vanessa Debanks (2010) – Discus (1.0kg): #2 in Canada, throwing 30.10m. Vanessa’s strength and precision landed her among the best in the nation.
Tatyanna Stevens (2009) – Discus (1.0kg): #3 in Canada with a 33.53m throw, plus #9 in Hammer (3kg) with a solid 41.31m throw, showcasing her versatility and strength.
Megan Teolis (2009) – Hammer (3kg): #3 in Canada with a powerful throw of 48.73m.
Jaanib Tatlay (2007) – Shot Put (5kg): #4 in Canada, launching the shot an impressive 16.14m.
Angelica Thiessen (2009) – Hammer (3kg): #5 in Canada with a throw of 44.44m, also ranked #10 in Javelin (500g) with 31.10m.
Dianna Debanks (2011) – Javelin (400g): #10 in Canada with a throw of 20.99m.
Waris Marwaha (2013) – Shot Put (2kg): #10 in Canada, achieving 8.40m.
In British Columbia, several of our athletes demonstrated their prowess:
Meagan McKay (2007) – Ranked #4 in BC in Javelin (600g) with a throw of 28.40m and #5 in Heptathlon with 3,566 points.
Kailey McKay (2007) – Ranked #5 in BC in Javelin (600g) at 28.01m and #7 in Heptathlon with 3,134 points.
Some of our Youth athletes stand with masters athletes at our Club Championships in 2024
And representing us on the international stage:
Mihaila McField (2013) – Competed at the 2024 US Pacific Northwest Regionals (Junior Olympics), bringing home a bronze medal in the 9-10-year-old girls' Shot Put (2.73kg) with an outstanding 8.15m throw. For context, this would have ranked her as the best in Canada with the 2.73kg shot!
Honourable Mentions and Regional Highlights
In British Columbia, several of our athletes demonstrated their prowess:
Meagan McKay (2007) – Ranked #4 in BC in Javelin (600g) with a throw of 28.40m and #5 in Heptathlon with 3,566 points.
Kailey McKay (2007) – Ranked #5 in BC in Javelin (600g) at 28.01m and #7 in Heptathlon with 3,134 points.
And representing us on the international stage:
Mihaila McField (2013) – Competed at the 2024 US Pacific Northwest Regionals (Junior Olympics), bringing home a bronze medal in the 9-10-year-old girls' Shot Put (2.73kg) with an outstanding 8.15m throw. For context, this would have ranked her as the best in Canada with the 2.73kg shot!
Congratulations to All
These results demonstrate the dedication, skill, and resilience of our youth athletes. They continue to make us proud, and we can’t wait to see what they’ll accomplish as we enter 2025. Congratulations to each and every one of you—you’ve shown the heart and strength that define Ultra Throw’s next generation!
BC & Canadian Record Broken in Men's Super Weight Throw
Top: David McDonald and Harnek Toor; Bottom: David Ulis and Mohan Bains
Dave McDonald (image, top left), founder and head coach for Ultra Throw, broke the BC Masters record in the Super Weight at the Patti Petesch Seattle Parks Preview Track & Field Meet on 1 June, 2024. Dave achieved a distance of 8.25m! The previous record was was 8.13m.
Dave was joined by other Ultra Throw members: Harnek Toor, Mohan Bains and Dave Ulis. The Ultra Crew did very well at the event:
Dave M: Gold in Hammer; Gold in SWT (Record)
Mohan: Silver in Hammer; Gold in Shot; Gold in Discus; Gold in Javelin; Gold in Weight
Dave U: Silver in Discus; Gold in Javelin
Harnek Toor: Silver in Hammer; Bronze in Shot; Bronze in Discus; Silver in Javelin; Silver in Weight; Bronze in Super Weight; and Gold in Long Jump.
It was a good start being the first outdoor Meet of the season, and should pave a way for improved standards during BC Masters Track & Field Championship slated for later this month in Kelowna.
Ultra Throw Shines at Canadian Masters Track & Field Championships
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals
“45 medals won by only 14 members of the Club!”
The 48th Canadian Masters Track & Field Championships was conducted by the Greyhounds Club from Aug. 11–13, 2023 at McLeod Athletic Park in Langley.
There were 412 participants including a score from abroad, but some of them did not turn up due to visa problems and about 400 made their presence felt during the Meet. Athletes subscribed to 1156 events in various disciplines. 14 of our Club members, which constituted approximately 70% of our Club strength, were 3.5% of the registration figures participating in 62 events (5.4% of the registered events).
Ultra Throw members participated in all the formats of throwing events. Some of them even tried their prowess in some track and jumping events as well. They won 45 assorted medals % wise, which is much higher than other clubs and speaks volumes of the achievements. The laurels won by our members are as follows:
Gabriella Moro. She participated in the 75-79 age category. Very wisely she chose to take part only in three events and as predicted excelled in all three:
- Discus Throw - She achieved a distance of 22.00 M and won a Gold Medal.
- Shot Put - She achieved a distance of 8.41 M and won a Gold Medal.
- Hammer Throw - She achieved a distance of 24.92 M and won a Silver Medal.
Betsy Rollins. She took part only in the Throws Pentathlon in the age category of 70–74 years. She was pitted against Canadian and B.C. record holders, yet she did very well to earn a Bronze Medal.
Robbin Whachell. She took part in three events in the age category of 60–64 years and did quite well in a tough competition as follows:
- Discus Throw - She achieved a distance of 20.80 M winning a Silver Medal.
- Javelin Throw - She achieved a distance of 19.35 M winning a Bronze Medal.
- Shot Put - She achieved a distance of 7.22 M (PB) and was placed 4th.
In the shade at the shot put area – Five of the men of Ultra Throw
Men’s age category of 75–79 years. This category of our members dominated the entire competition. Out of eighteen throwing events only one, an ex-Olympian outside competitor was able to get a 1st position in the Hammer Throw and the other two were able to get third positions in Discus Throw and Shot Put. All other fifteen positions were garnered by our members. The positions were as follows :
Ken Townsend
- Javelin Throw - 20.55 M - Bronze Medal.
- Weight Throw - 10.17 M. - Bronze Medal.
- T. Pentathlon - 2429 Pts- Bronze Medal.
- Hammer Throw - 22.88 M - 4th.
- Shot Put - 7.67 M - 4th.
- Discus Throw - 22.50 M - 4th.
Harnek Toor
- Shot Put. - 9.91 M - Gold Medal.
- Javelin Throw - 29.91 M - Gold Medal.
- Weight Throw- 13.91 M - Gold Medal.
- Throws Pentathlon- 3352 Pts - Gold Medal.
- Long Jump - 3.38 M - Gold Medal.
- Hammer Throw- 34.10 M - Silver Medal.
- Discus Throw - 24.59 M - Silver Medal.
David Ulis
- Discus Throw - 31.01 M - Gold Medal.
- Shot Put - 8.99 M - Silver Medal.
- Javelin Throw - 29.73 M - Silver Medal.
- Weight Throw - 11.68 M - Silver Medal.
- High Jump - 1.15 M - Silver Medal.
- Throws Pentathlon - 3011 Pts - Silver Medal.
- Hammer Throw - 27.84 M - Bronze Medal.
Men’s age category of 70–74 years:
Mohan Bains
- Weight Throw - 14.26 M - Silver Medal.
- Hammer Throw - 34.64 M - Bronze Medal.
- Javelin Throw - 24.64 M - Bronze Medal.
- Shot Put - 10.59 M - Bronze Medal.
- Throws Pentathlon - 2944 Pts - Bronze Medal.
- Discus Throw - 29.07 M - 4th.
Saroop Tatla.
He did quite well in the Throws Pentathlon and got 4th position in a very tough field. In the run-up sprained his back and could not continue in the subsequent events.
Men’s age category of 60–64 years:
Paramjit Gill
- Weight Throw - 10.23 M - Silver Medal.
- Hammer Throw - 24.33 M - Silver Medal.
- Throws Pentathlon - 2055 Pts - Silver Medal.
- Discus Throw - 33.16 M - Bronze Medal.
- Shot Put - 8.80 M - 6th.
Alan Coles
- Javelin Throw - 37.34 M - Gold Medal.
- Discus Throw - 23.73 M - 6th.
Michael Lindsey
- Shot Put - 11.00 M - Silver Medal.
- Discus Throw - 34.74 M - Silver Medal.
Jaswinder Pannu
- Javelin Throw - 29.81 M - Bronze Medal.
- Discus Throw - 5th.
Avtar Chhina
- 100 M Hurdles - 32.15 Sec - Gold Medal.
- Long Jump - 3.58 M - Gold Medal.
- Triple Jump - 5.09 M - Silver Medal.
- High Jump - .90 M - Silver Medal.
- Pentathlon - (Pts awaited)
- Shot Put. - 5th.
Thanks to photographer David Walker for photos in this collage: top 1st, 2nd, 5th, and bottom, 1st and second.
Men’s age category of 65–69 years:
Dave McDonald
- Hammer Throw - 28.23 M - Gold Medal.
- Javelin Throw - 32.33 M - Gold Medal.
- Weight Throw - 12.97 M - Gold Medal.
- Throws Pentathlon - 2680 Pts - Silver Medal.
Evidently, a crop of 45 assorted medals won by only 14 members of the Club is a great feat by any yardstick unmatched by any of the peers. It shows a great future, particularly for the younger lot. Dave McDonald participated after a long hiatus due to layoff forced by injury and subsequent knee operation, yet he did commendably. He is on his way to World Masters next year and so are a few more. We wish them good luck in Sweden in 2024.
We will wind up this fruitful year with the 55+ BC Track and Field event next week followed by our Club Championship on 1 October.
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