General Competition Information

Track leagues, cross country, club events and more – find out about all the competitions BMHAC takes part in.

Guidance for Junior Competition

Age Categories for Cross Country 2026-27 and Track 2027

As per the UK Atheletics Rules for Competition

Date of birthAge group in 2026/27 (from October 2026)School Year in 2026/27 competition year*
September 2017 – August 2018U10Year 4
September 2016 – August 2017U12Year 5
September 2015 – August 2016U12Year 6
September 2014 – August 2015U14Year 7
September 2013 – August 2014U14Year 8
September 2012 – August 2013U16Year 9
September 2011 – August 2012U16Year 10
September 2010 – August 2011U18Year 11
September 2009 – August 2010U18Year 12
September 2008 – August 2009U20Year 13
January – December 2008 Year 14
January – December 2007  

*Although aligned to School Years with a cut-off date of 31 August, the UKA age category is determined by the athlete’s date of birth, therefore an athlete who is in a different school year group to their peers will compete according to their date of birth and not their School Year group.

Cross Country 2026–27 Information

League Competitions

Track Leagues

  • Juniors: Wessex League, Alder Valley
  • Seniors: National Athletics League (NAL), Southern Athletics League (SAL)
  • Veterans: Hampshire Vets League

Cross Country

  • Juniors & Seniors: Hampshire League
  • Juniors: Basingstoke Junior Cross Country League
  • Seniors: Southern Cross Country League

Club Events

  • Basingstoke Young Athletes Open 
  • Club Championships – September
  • Speed Decathlon – September

Quick Contacts

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Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced athlete, our friendly and supportive club welcomes runners, jumpers and throwers of all ages and abilities.