Team Selection: BC Athletes Set to Shine at Nationals

Amidst the exhilarating buzz of anticipation, British Columbia's team selection for Legion Nationals and the Bell Canadian Track & Field Championships has been announced. This marks a pivotal moment in the promising careers of BC's up-and-comers and allows for the opportunity for the veteran athletes to share their experiences and knowledge with their younger teammates.These individuals will proudly represent their province in Sherbrooke, Quebec and Langley, British Columbia later this summer.

For over five decades, the Royal Canadian Legion has been an unwavering pillar of support, empowering young Canadians through training and competition in the world of track and field. The Legion National Championships stands tall as the nation's premier and sole nationwide competition, exclusively catering to talented U16 and U18 athletes, fostering dreams and aspirations.

In the same spirit of camaraderie, the Township of Langley, British Columbia, takes pride in being the host of the 2023 edition of the Bell Canadian Track & Field Championships. Building upon the triumph of the 2022 event, the 2023 edition promises to showcase national championships for Senior, U20, Para Athletics, and Combined Events-adding an extra layer of excitement by serving as Trials for the 2023 World Athletics Championships set to take place in Budapest later this summer. 

For the chosen athletes, donning the Team BC colors is an immense honour - a culmination of hard work, dedication and passion for the sport. 

Below is who was named to the team.

2023 15 YO BC Legion Team

Sprints/Hurdles

  • Alexia Latore

  • Derek Frimpong

  • Ethan Moran (will also be competing in the jumps)

  • Lily Stroda (will also be competing in the multi-events)

Distance

  • Adriana Buitelaar

  • Arjun Sandhu

  • Riley Simmonds

Jumps

  • Gabrielle Armstrong

  • Payton Heer

  • Walker Brown

Throws

  • Gillian Galik

  • Tyson Servos

2023 U18 BC Legion Team

Sprints/Hurdles

  • Chloe Symon

  • Hayden Hall

  • Hayley Hall

  • Iyimi Fagbamiye

  • Makenna Self

  • Williem Van Schagen

Distance/Walks

  • Bernardo Sada

  • Grace Wong

  • Jaina Kang

  • James Hodgson

  • Lowell Solmes

  • Maella Hodgson

  • Mark Molina

  • Samuel May

  • Zoe Unger

Jumps

  • Jasleen Nagra

  • Leupold Wang

  • Mackenzie Hurtubise

Throws

  • Elise Drake

  • Gurleen Mander

  • Kayden U-Ming

  • Lauren Curtis

  • Lawrence Man

  • Martynas Bajarunas

Multi-Events

  • Marlena Tresnjo