Seven young Scottish athletes have been selected for the European U18 Champs next month.
The GB and NI team will head to Rieti for the event which takes place from July 16-19.
And there is a brilliant representation for our clubs across the overall team which is 43-strong.
It equals the best Scottish presence at the European U18 Champs – seven were selected in 2022 – since the event began in 2016.
Congratulations to these young athletes on some superb performances in recent weeks to land selection. Well done, too, to their families, coaches and the clubs involved in their development over many years.
The European U18 championships are a key developmental stage for young athletes as their first opportunity to compete at an international championship,’ said team leader, Alan Richardson.
‘The experience will be invaluable in terms of preparation, participation and everything that entails set in a competitive environment.
‘I would like to congratulate all those selected in earning their opportunity to represent Great Britain and Northern Ireland at their first international championship.’
Scots picked for U18 Novuna Great Britain and Northern Ireland team at the 2026 European U18 Championships, Rieti, Italy 16-19 July 2026:
1500m
Alistair Street (Kilbarchan AAC; John Rodger, Tam Street)
2000m Steeplechase
Aaron Reid (Giffnock North AC; Croy Thomson)
Shot Put
Rhian Mitchell (Kilmarnock Harriers; Kevin Mitchell)
Combined Events
Douglas Knox (Springburn Harriers, Alasdair Strange)
Women
Hammer
Sophie Robertson (Cumbernauld AAC; Bill Main)
Combined Events
Dionne Maguiness (Airdrie Harriers; David Watson, Nikki Manson)
Leanna Elliot (Cumbernauld AAC; Alasdair Strange)
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