+ Points Trophies and athlete of the month awards

Points trophies are allocated purely on a personal best (PB) basis i.e. 10 personal best performances results in a 10 point trophy being awarded to the athlete.

Each week when an athlete competes at club, they receive a point for the following criteria:-

For each event they participate in i.e. no more than 5 points can be awarded each week in this category.

for equalising or attaining a new personal best in that event
for equalising or breaking an existing club record in that event

These points are allocated by our club recording program each week and go towards the selection of Athlete of the Month which is awarded to the highest point scorer in each age group – U6-U9 (Junior); U10-U12 (Intermediate) and U13-15 (seniors). Therefore it is vital for athletes to have their results recorded for each event including games and relays.

+ Mcdonald’s achievement levels

The McDonald’s achievement levels are calculated from the averages of performances attained by Queensland’s little athletes over the years. A regular review of the levels is conducted at least every three years. Anyone achieving a Green level, which is within the reach of 100% of children with a little application, has achieved a good level of performance. A Red level represents a very good performance, but still achievable by about 65% of children. A Blue level represents an excellent performance achievable by about 20% of little athletes. Levels for each age group and all events are detailed on the pink (Girls) or blue (Boys) Achievement Cards.

To receive a McDonald’s Achievement Award Certificate, an athlete must reach the relevant level in all events applicable to their age group in three event groups. For example an U13 athlete would be awarded a Green level certificate if they were to equal or better the Green level times and distances in (1) Hurdles: 60m Hurdles and 200m Hurdles, (2) Sprints: 70m, 100m and 200m and in (3) Throws: Discus, Javelin and Shot Put. Any event group combination can be used to meet the criteria, as long as the levels in three event groups are attained.

The maximum number of certificates an athlete can receive each season is three: One Green Level, One Red Level and One Blue Level.