(Ottawa, Canada---12 June 2024) Youth Program athletes competing at Ottawa Summer Twilight Meet #2 at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. Copyright 2024 Miles Ryan Rowat / Mundo Sport Images. If posting to social media please tag @mundosportimages

Countdown to Summer: Lions Track and Field Camps Return June 30

by Clublinkinbio

With just one week to go until the start of our 2025 Summer Camp season, excitement is building at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. Registration continues to exceed pre-pandemic levels, and we’re thrilled to welcome back so many familiar faces—along with plenty of new ones. Weekly spots remain open until the Thursday before each camp session, so there’s still time to join the fun.

From June 30 through August 22, the Ottawa Lions will once again offer our popular youth track and field camps in both half-day and full-day formats. Morning sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with the full-day camp extending to 4:00 p.m. after a supervised lunch break. For those looking for an afternoon-only option, we’ve got you covered from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Back by popular demand is our Foundation Summer Camp, geared specifically toward athletes aged 12 to 14. Whether you’re an annual club member or brand new to the sport, this program is designed to challenge participants and help them take the next step in their athletic journey. Many campers go on to compete in local and provincial competitions—and most importantly, have a great time doing it.

This summer is particularly special as Ottawa plays host to the 2025 Canadian Track and Field Championships, with Canada’s top athletes aiming to secure their spots for the World Championships in Tokyo. With so much national attention on the sport, our camps offer a unique opportunity for young athletes to be part of something bigger and experience the energy of championship season firsthand.

If you have questions or need more information, reach out to us at [email protected] or [email protected].

We can’t wait to see you at the track!

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Outdoor Season Blooms as Lions Return to the Terry Fox Athletic Facility

by Clublinkinbio

With snow now a memory (hopefully) and temperatures steadily rising, the Ottawa Lions are ready to transition from fluorescent-lit spaces to the open skies of the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. The first outdoor training sessions of the season kick off Monday, April 14, marking not only a return to our home track but the beginning of an exciting spring and summer of athletics.

While the indoor season brought personal bests and podium performances, it’s the outdoor calendar that truly showcases the full spirit and scale of track and field in the capital. Whether you’re chasing an OFSAA berth, sharpening your skills ahead of the national stage, or stepping onto the track for the first time, there’s something for everyone this spring.

It’s Not Too Late to Join the Action

If you’re looking to get involved, registration is still open for all spring and summer programming. From grassroots to high-performance training, the Lions offer programs for athletes of all ages and abilities. Full program details can be found at ottawalions.com/programs, and registration links are available at ottawalions.com/registration.

OFSAA Season on the Horizon

For high school athletes, the Lions will again play a central role in the Road to OFSAA. This year’s competitive lead-up begins with the Carleton Raven Relays on April 24, continues with the two-day uOttawa High School Invitational on May 1–2, and concludes with the marquee National Capital High School Classic on May 8–9.

Athletes hoping to take the next step in their high school season are encouraged to join our OFSAA Prep programs, tailored specifically for both power/speed and endurance athletes:

A Packed Summer Schedule Ahead

The action won’t slow down after the school season. The Lions will launch the outdoor competitive season with the Spring Kick Start Meet on May 10–11, followed by the return of the Twilight Meet Series, now in its 38th year. These weekly Wednesday night meets offer accessible and high-quality competition throughout the summer, with a total of nine meets scheduled to begin June 4.

Capping off the season, Ottawa will welcome the nation’s best when it hosts the 2025 Canadian Track and Field Championships, taking place July 30 to August 3 at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility. It promises to be a showcase of Canadian athletics at its finest, and another moment for local fans and athletes to witness greatness on home soil.

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From Eganville to the Olympics: Bishop-Nriagu to Join Hall of Fame

by Clublinkinbio

The Ottawa Lions Track and Field Club is proud to celebrate one of its most accomplished members, Melissa Bishop-Nriagu, who has been announced as one of five inductees to the Athletics Ontario Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Canadian record holder and three-time Olympian, Bishop-Nriagu’s induction honours a career defined by excellence, perseverance, and an enduring connection to the communities that helped shape her.

“I’ve always been proud to represent Ontario—from wearing the red singlet at my very first Legion Nationals to competing at the Canada Games. Those moments helped pave the way for my journey to three Olympic Games,” Bishop-Nriagu said following the announcement. “It’s incredibly meaningful to be named to the Hall of Fame alongside so many great individuals, including my former teammate Shawnacy Barber. His legacy continues to inspire, and I’m honoured to be part of this class in his memory.”

Born in Eganville, Ontario, Bishop-Nriagu’s path to the world stage was sparked not on the track, but on the soccer pitch. It was there that a coach recognized her exceptional speed and made a bold prediction. “He saw me running up and down the field and said, ‘You’re going to be an Olympian one day,’” she recalled during an interview in 2017. “And I think that just planted the seed. I had no clue what it took to get there, but I was going. That was the dream.”

Joining the Ottawa Lions in the summer of 2002 at the age of 13, Bishop-Nriagu quickly found herself immersed in a community that nurtured her love of track and field. “Ottawa… it’s where I started my career. It’s where I really found the love for track and field. The Ottawa Lions built that up for me,” she said in 2017. “The club has always been home to me.”

After high school, Bishop-Nriagu competed for one year with the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees before transferring to the University of Windsor, where she would train under legendary coach Dennis Fairall and spend the remainder of her competitive career. Even as she built her life and family in Windsor, she continued to represent the Ottawa Lions with pride—a testament to the bond she maintained with the Lions.

Her competitive résumé ranks among the greatest in Canadian middle-distance history. She is a three-time Olympian (2012, 2016, 2020), highlighted by a fourth-place finish at the 2016 Games in Rio where she set a Canadian record of 1:57.02 in the 800 metres. She would go on to lower that record to 1:57.01 at the Monaco Diamond League in 2017—a mark that still stands. Earlier that same summer, she thrilled a partisan Ottawa crowd at the Canadian Championships, cruising to victory over 800 metres while hundreds of fans from Eganville cheered in matching “Melissa” t-shirts. It was one of four national senior titles she captured during a career that helped redefine Canadian middle-distance running.

In 2015, Bishop-Nriagu captured gold at the Pan American Games in Toronto and made history just weeks later by winning silver at the World Championships in Beijing—the first Canadian woman ever to medal in the 800 metres on the world stage. She also holds the Ottawa Lions club record in the 1500 metres, with a time of 4:04.42 set in 2021.

Her legacy has long been celebrated in Windsor, where she was inducted into the University of Windsor Alumni Sports Hall of Fame in 2018. This week, it was announced that she will also be part of the 2025 induction class for the Windsor/Essex County Sports Hall of Fame.

Through it all, Bishop-Nriagu remained deeply connected to the Ottawa Lions. When she returned to compete at a pair of Twilight Meets in the summer of 2020, her final races in the city, athletes of all ages—some who had only ever seen her on TV—seized every chance for a wave, a brief hello, or a socially distant selfie.

Reflecting on the Club’s role in her journey, Bishop-Nriagu offered a simple but powerful tribute today: “They developed me into the athlete I am and have always been my home club –  representing them on world stages even with Canada across my jersey. So a big heartfelt thank you to the club for continued support from the very beginning to now!”

Details on the Athletics Ontario Hall of Fame induction ceremony are expected to be announced later this year, with the event anticipated to take place in the fall in Toronto. For the Ottawa Lions and the broader Canadian athletics community, Melissa Bishop-Nriagu is more than a champion—she’s a role model, a trailblazer, and now, a Hall of Famer.

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Returning to Training

by Clublinkinbio

Attention: Athletes, Parents, and Coaches

The past two weeks have been challenging following the devastating collapse of the Dome at Louis Riel. While workers continue to assess the situation, significant damage has been identified, including large tears in the membrane that must be repaired before we can return. In the meantime, we are preparing alternative training locations until we resume training at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility in the spring.

These alternative facilities are not traditional track settings, but they will allow us to continue our programming in a manner similar to 2020 and 2021. During that period, despite disruptions, athletes across all age groups and disciplines achieved personal bests and qualified for championships. A determined and consistent athlete will find success with the options currently available.

I am providing an update on training venues below.

None of these solutions are perfect, and we greatly appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition.

Training Venues & Schedules

Aberdeen Pavilion (1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa, ON K1S 5J3)

Starting Thursday, February 26

  • Training times: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • This will be the main training hub for our Youth, Foundation, and Aspire programs, as well as other groups requiring a large indoor space.

Important Notes:

✅ Footwear: Bring a separate pair of shoes to avoid tracking mud and water into the facility.
✅ Temperature: The venue is not heated throughout the day—dress in layers. Distance groups will train outdoors for most sessions.
✅ Equipment: All members (youth to competitive) should bring a yoga mat for ground dynamics and core workouts.
❌ No Spikes: The floor is concrete.
💧 Hydration: Bring plenty of water—only one water source is available on-site.

Youth Program

  • Start Date: Monday, March 3
  • Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
  • March Break: Training will continue during March Break to compensate for missed sessions.

Foundation Program

  • Start Date: Thursday, February 27
  • Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • March Break: No practices during March Break.

Aspire Program

  • Start Date: Thursday, February 27
  • Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
  • March Break: No practices during March Break.
  • Distance Groups: May use the venue to warm up/store gear and train along the canal and surrounding pathways. The hexagon path is a near-perfect 400m loop.

Competitive / Varsity / Masters

  • Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Training runs until April 12.
  • Distance Groups: May use the venue to warm up/store gear and train along the canal and surrounding pathways.

Terry Fox Athletic Facility Gym

We will offer weight room and high-speed treadmill sessions over the next few weeks.

  • Booking: Sessions must be scheduled in advance. Two-hour time slots will be available throughout the day when staff are present.
  • Booking Contact: Email [email protected] to schedule.
  • No-Show Policy: If you fail to show up without providing 24-hour notice, you will lose future booking privileges.

📅 Schedule & Availability: Click here to view available hours.

🏅 Priority Access:

  • National Team members
  • Carded athletes
  • Quest for Gold recipients
  • Athletes who met 2024 National Championship or U SPORTS standards

🚴 High-Speed Treadmill Usage:

  • This treadmill is for high-speed training only (not for casual long runs).
  • Limited bookings will be available to ensure effective training sessions.

Carleton Fieldhouse

  • Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Surface: Rubberized track with very tight turns—best suited for short speed work.
  • Available Equipment: Blocks and scissor hurdles.
  • Restrictions: Turf field not available due to soccer team training.

St. Lawrence University (Indoor Track Sessions)

  • Time: Saturdays | 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
  • Cost: $25 travel fee per session.
  • Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 26 at 11:00 AM
  • Sign-Up Link: Click here to confirm attendance.

If we secure additional dates as the outdoor season approaches, we will organize more trips.

Final Notes

It has been a frustrating few weeks, and we truly appreciate your patience and commitment. We are actively searching for additional training venues and will keep all members updated as new options become available.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Richard Johnston
Head Coach / Director
📧 [email protected]

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Louis Riel Dome Collapse Forces Temporary Suspension of Training

by Clublinkinbio

We are devastated to share that the Dome at Louis Riel suffered a complete collapse during Sunday’s snowstorm and will remain closed indefinitely. While assessments are ongoing, significant structural damage and large tears in the dome membrane will require extensive repairs before we can safely return.

In the meantime, we are working urgently to secure alternative training locations for all of our programs. However, given that most sports complexes are already booked for the season, this process may take some time. Until we have confirmed new training space, all practices will unfortunately be paused until further notice.

We understand this is far from ideal, and we are doing everything possible to minimize disruptions and resume training as soon as possible. We are also actively evaluating how to manage seasonal memberships for our Youth and Foundation programs, particularly for those transitioning between Winter 2 and Winter 3 sessions.

We appreciate your patience and will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding and support during this challenging time.

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Storm Update: Dome @ Louis-Riel Closed Friday, Schedule Adjustments Planned

by Clublinkinbio

Due to the recent winter storm, the Dome @ Louis-Riel will remain closed on Friday, February 14. Despite the setback, we remain hopeful the facility will reopen on Saturday, February 15 for the Ravens Last Chance Meet.

We are working to adjust the meet schedule to minimize disruptions. However, due to time constraints, the open 400m event has been removed.

With another winter storm expected Saturday evening, we recognize that safe travel will be a priority. For teams traveling from New Brunswick, Thunder Bay, Quebec City, London, Waterloo, and Toronto, we understand these changes may be disappointing. Given the fluid situation, refunds will be offered for any scratches declared within the next 24 hours. If the Dome @ Louis-Riel remains closed this weekend, all entries will be fully refunded.

We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please stay tuned for further updates.

(Windsor, Canada---02 June 2024) Lauren Gale races to win the 400m in meet record time at the 2024 Johnny Loaring Classic held at the University of Windsor. The competition is part of the Athletics Canada National Track and Field Tour and the World Athletics Continental Tour. Photograph Copyright 2024 Sean Burges / Mundo Sport Images. If posting to social media please tag @mundosportimages

Lions Roar in Boston: 17 Medals and 27 Personal Bests

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What a weekend in Boston it was for the Ottawa Lions family. Competing against elite NCAA fields at Boston College, Boston University, and Harvard on Friday and Saturday, the Pride rose to the occasion, amassing an impressive 17-medal haul, including eight golds. Over the two days of competition, athletes achieved an incredible 27 personal bests.

Lauren Gale stole the show on the track, securing victories in all three of her events and reaffirming her status as one of Canada’s top sprinters. Her 400-metre performance was the highlight of the weekend—at the Boston University Scarlet and White Invitational on Saturday, the two-time Olympian dominated the field, stopping the clock in 51.79 seconds. The time currently ranks 12th in the world this year.

Gale also showcased her range the day before at Boston College’s Showdown at the Heights, sprinting to gold in the 200m in 23.39 seconds—the second-fastest time by a Canadian this season and the fourth-fastest of her career. She capped off her triple-gold weekend with a 7.50-second victory in the 60m, finishing just 0.04 seconds off her personal best.

Stephan Balson made a statement of his own, delivering personal bests in all three of his events while climbing the Ottawa Lions’ U20 all-time rankings. The Saint Kitts and Nevis international shined in the 400 metres, setting a lifetime best of 47.78 seconds. His time now ranks 16th in the world this year among U20 athletes and fifth on the Club’s U20 all-time list.

Competing at Boston College the day before, Balson’s form was equally impressive. He blazed to 6.83 seconds in the 60m, making him the third-fastest U20 athlete in Club history. In the 200m, he carried that momentum into a 21.64-second finish, securing ninth place on the all-time list. With each race, Balson continues to prove he has the speed, range, and potential to compete at the highest levels.

Stephan Balson wasn’t the only Ottawa Lion to shine in the 400m this weekend. He was one of seven athletes to break the 50-second barrier, a testament to the club’s strength in the event. Joining him with new lifetime bests were Ange-Mathis Kramo (49.24), James Compeau (49.29), and Safwan El Mansari (49.44). This success carried over to the University of Ottawa’s 4x400m squad, as Joel Gurnsey, El Mansari, William Harris, and David Moulongou combined for a time of 3:16.42—the third-fastest in Gee-Gees history and the school’s fastest since 2013.

Elizabeth Vroom and Jessica Gyamfi also etched their names into the Ottawa Lions record books. Vroom, competing for Queen’s University, claimed gold in the mile at the Showdown at the Heights, clocking 4:49.26, a time that now ranks seventh-fastest in Club history. Meanwhile, Gyamfi continued her dominance in the shot put, winning the event with a personal-best throw of 13.85 metres—breaking her own University of Ottawa school record set just a week earlier. The mark also moves her up to eighth on the Club’s all-time list.

Kyle Waldrum and Liam Davis left their mark at the Windsor Team Challenge, delivering standout performances that reshaped the Ottawa Lions’ all-time rankings. Waldrum, a freshman at the University of Guelph, put together three lifetime bests en route to a heptathlon total of 4,544 points, a score that now ranks ninth in Club history. His Gryphons teammate Liam Davis also had a career-best showing in the shot put, launching a throw of 15.23 metres—good for 10th all-time in Club history and ninth nationally on the U SPORTS qualifying list. Davis wrapped up his weekend with a silver medal in the weight throw, reaching 16.20 metres, just a week after securing his automatic U SPORTS qualifying mark in the event.

With momentum on their side, the Ottawa Lions and their varsity programs now turn their focus to the final stretch of the indoor season. This weekend, they’ll have the opportunity to build on their success as they host the Ravens Last Chance Meet at the Louis-Riel Dome. Set for Friday evening and Saturday, the meet will serve as a key tune-up ahead of upcoming conference and national championships, providing athletes with one last chance to sharpen their performances and chase qualifying standards.

Full results from last weekend are available on our results page.
Updated Club Rankings are available at https://milesrowat.shinyapps.io/ottl_rankings/

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Yolande Jones-Grande to Be Inducted into Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame

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The Ottawa Lions Track and Field Club is proud to celebrate coach Yolande Jones-Grande, who has been announced as an inductee into the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame for her outstanding achievements as an athlete. A star of Canadian hurdling during the 1980’s and 90’s, Jones-Grande enjoyed a decorated track career that saw her represent Canada on the international stage for nearly a decade.

Born in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Jones-Grande moved to Oshawa in 1980 and found her passion for track and field after joining her school’s team to make friends. She was initially drawn to hurdles because only boys were doing them, and her competitive nature pushed her to take on the challenge. Within two years, she was one of the country’s top young hurdlers, earning a spot on the Canadian national team.

Jones-Grande’s career flourished as she collected numerous national junior and senior medals in the 100-metre hurdles. In 1984, she won a silver medal in the 100m hurdles at the Pan American Junior Championships in the Bahamas, an experience that fueled her desire to compete at the highest level.

Two years later, Jones-Grande qualified for the 1986 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh after running a personal best of 13.55 seconds at the Canadian Senior Championships in Ottawa. She would go on to compete for Canada at several international meets, including events in Yugoslavia and Morocco.

Her induction into the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and impact on the sport. While her days as a competitor are behind her, Jones-Grande continues to leave her mark on Canadian athletics as a coach with the Ottawa Lions, mentoring the next generation of athletes.

The Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Tribute Communities Centre, where Jones-Grande will be honoured alongside her four fellow inductees. The Ottawa Lions congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition and celebrate her remarkable journey from a young hurdler in Oshawa to an international competitor and respected coach.

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Annual General Meeting to be held Monday, February 10th 2025

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The Ottawa Lions will host their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the evening of Monday, February 10th, 2025, at 8:30pm EST. The meeting will take place virtually on Google Meets (Link will be shared the morning of). All members are invited to attend.

Please RSVP using the link below.

Members interested in putting their name forward to sit on the Board of Directors may do so in advance as well as during the meeting.

For further information, questions may be directed to Club President, Noah Houlton, via email at [email protected].

REGISTRATION LINK:

https://www.trackie.com/event/2025-ottlagm

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Meeting details will be sent out the morning of February 10th, 2025.

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A Banner Year: Lions Roar Back to the Top in 2024

by Clublinkinbio

By the numbers, the 2024 season was one of the greatest in Club history. In a year where the Lions regained the title of Overall Ontario Club Champions for the first time since 2015, there was plenty to celebrate over the past 365 days – from team success to individual triumphs. From dominating provincial championships to shining on the national stage, the Lions have plenty to celebrate as they solidified their position as one of Canada’s top clubs.

Ontario Champions Once Again

After a long nine year stretch, the Lions once again recaptured the Ontario Overall Club Championship in 2024 – the Club’s 13th in the past 24 years. Led by divisional championships at the U20 and U18 level and a strong second place showing in the Open Division Championship, the Lions amassed an incredible 636.5 points to beat out the four time defending champions from London Western by over 60 points. 

This year’s point total was the lowest for a winning Lions team since the 2005 Championship, which was just a 75 point victory over London Western. 

With 144 points, the Lions clinched their 13th provincial U20 title. Led by a 14 medal haul including 4 gold, the Lions outpaced London Western by 25.5 points. 

Similarly, Lions athletes won 14 medals in the U18 category on the way to the divisional title. An impressive eight gold medal haul led the way for the Lions as they edged out London Western by 14 and ⅓ points to claim their ninth divisional title since 2000.

Remarkably, it was the senior category that produced the most medals for the Lions, as they won a total of 17 – highlighted by an impressive 9 gold. However, the gold rush was not enough to beat back Royal City AC who took home the banner with 191 points – 12 clear of the Lions.

A Medal Haul to Remember

Throughout 2024, Lions’ athletes delivered remarkable performances that translated into a staggering 204 medal haul across all provincial, national, and international level competitions. This was the third highest annual total in Club history behind 2008 (246) and 2009 (234).

Lions athletes captured the majority of their medals (53) at the various Athletics Ontario Outdoor age class championships. Among this haul were an impressive 22 gold medals. This year’s medal count brings the Club’s total count over its 50 year history to over 1800 Athletics Ontario Outdoor Championship medals.

Masters athletes made a large contribution to this year’s medal total with an incredible 66 medals won at the provincial, national, and international level. An impressive haul of 24 medals were captured at the Canadian Masters Indoor Championship back in March.

Spotlight on Individual Performances

A larger driver behind the masters total was Wendy Alexis, who in 2024 continued to show why she’s one of the best in the world – capturing an impressive 13 medals—12 of them gold. She dominated the international Masters circuit, earning gold in the W65 100m and 200m at the Pan Am Masters Games before taking home 100m gold and 200m silver at the World Masters Athletics Championship. 

Alexis was undefeated domestically winning a total of nine gold medals this season between indoor and outdoor Ontario and Canadian Masters Championships. Wendy’s achievements continue to be a shining example for all the other athletes within the Club.

On the men’s side, 17-year-old Zachary Jeggo was the most decorated athlete in 2024 – adding an incredible 10 medals at the provincial and national level. The Louis-Riel student showed he can punch above his weight taking home an impressive three medals from the Canadian U20 Championship led by 400 metre hurdle and 4×400 relay silver. 

However, it was at the Canadian U18 Championships where the multiple Club record holder triumphed. Jeggo took home gold in the 400 metre hurdles in a Championship record time as well as silvers in both the flat 400 and the 4×400 relay events. To show some range, he added 4×100 bronze as well.

In addition to Zachary Jeggo’s record setting times in 2024, he also had added 10 medals to the Lions’ tally across provincial and national competitions. At the Canadian U20 Championships, Jeggo clinched a pair of silvers in the 400m hurdles and the 4x400m relay, as well as bronze in the 400m. He also triumphed at the Canadian U18 Championships with gold in the 400m hurdles, silver in the 400m and 4x400m relay, and bronze in the 4x100m relay. Jeggo became the first athlete in Club history to ever win four medals at a single Canadian U18 Championship.

Celebrating the Lions’ Legacy

The 2024 season has been a year to remember for the Ottawa Lions Track and Field Club. This year’s achievements are a testament to the strength of our community, the hard work of the athletes, and the unwavering support of our coaches and staff. As we get set to welcome the country to Ottawa for the 2025 Canadian Track and Field Championships, we look forward to another year of raising the bar and inspiring the next generation of track and field stars in the nation’s capital.

2024 Medal Winners
Name Place Event Category Championship
Ella Lalonde Silver High Jump Open Athletics Ontario Indoor
Ashley Crawford Bronze 50m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Rosalind Muir Silver 50m W50 Canada Masters Indoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 50m W65 Canada Masters Indoors
Simon Ha Gold 50m M30 Canada Masters Indoors
Ashley Crawford Silver 60m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Rosalind Muir Silver 60m W50 Canada Masters Indoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 60m W65 Canada Masters Indoors
Simon Ha Bronze 60m M30 Canada Masters Indoors
Ashley Crawford Bronze 200m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Rosalind Muir Gold 200m W50 Canada Masters Indoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 200m W65 Canada Masters Indoors
Simon Ha Gold 200m M30 Canada Masters Indoors
Andrew Heffernan Gold 200m M35 Canada Masters Indoors
Michel Smith Bronze 200m M50 Canada Masters Indoors
Kimberley Howitt Silver 400m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Ashley Crawford Bronze 400m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Kimberley Howitt Gold 800m W35 Canada Masters Indoors
Liz Maguire Gold 800m W55 Canada Masters Indoors
Michael Conway Silver 800m M35 Canada Masters Indoors
Liz Maguire Gold 1500m W55 Canada Masters Indoors
Jay Sneddon Gold 1500m M30 Canada Masters Indoors
Jay Sneddon Gold 3000m M30 Canada Masters Indoors
Stan Seitz Gold High Jump M75 Canada Masters Indoors
Stan Seitz Silver Long jump M75 Canada Masters Indoors
David Adeleye Silver 60m Hurdles Toronto OUA Track and Field
Elizabeth Vroom Bronze 4x800m Queen’s OUA Track and Field
Nolan Legare Silver 4x800m Queen’s OUA Track and Field
Kathryn Moreland,Katie Manor,Sia Mahajan,Doyin Ogunremi Bronze 4x400m uOttawa OUA Track and Field
Luca Nicoletti Bronze 300m McGill RSEQ Track and Field
Luca Nicoletti Gold 4x200m McGill RSEQ Track and Field
Audrey Gilmour Bronze 4x400m McGill RSEQ Track and Field
Briana Asiamah Gold Shot Put Carleton RSEQ Track and Field
Connor Fraser Silver Shot Put Carleton RSEQ Track and Field
Wendy Alexis Gold 60m W65 Ontario Masters Indoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 200m W65 Ontario Masters Indoors
Stan Seitz Gold High Jump M75 Ontario Masters Indoors
Stan Seitz Gold Long Jump M75 Ontario Masters Indoors
Gilles Frenette Gold Mile Steeplechase M45 Ontario Masters Indoors
Sam Shi Silver 1500m M30 Ontario Masters Indoors
Mike McInerney Bronze 1500m M55 Ontario Masters Indoors
David Adeleye Silver 60m Hurdles Toronto USports Track and Field
Elizabeth Moreland Gold Pentathlon Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Elizabeth Moreland Gold High Jump Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Kathryn Moreland Gold Pentathlon U20 Athletics Canada Indoor U20
Kathryn Moreland, Natalie Feberova,Elizabeth Moreland,Coralie Ostertag Gold 4x200m Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Coralie Ostertag Silver Pentathlon Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Balqis Chouikhi Silver Pole Vault U18 Athletics Canada Indoor U18
Leewinchell Jean Silver 60m Hurdles Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Nicolas Belan Silver 1500m U20 Athletics Canada Indoor U20
Brooklyn McCormick Silver 800m Open Athletics Canada Indoor
Tahlia Aird-Greaves Gold Long jump Novice OFSAA Track and Field
Maxime Chartrand Bronze Pole Vault Novice OFSAA Track and Field
Grace Streek Gold 2000m Steeplechase Open OFSAA Track and Field
Derek Strachan Gold 2000m Steeplechase Open OFSAA Track and Field
Daniel Cova Bronze 2000m Steeplechase Open OFSAA Track and Field
Tahlia Aird-Greaves Bronze 80m Hurdles Novice OFSAA Track and Field
Taisei Tan Silver 100m Hurdles Junior OFSAA Track and Field
Ange-Mathis Kramo Silver 100m Junior OFSAA Track and Field
Zachary Jeggo Gold 400m Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Stephan Balsan Silver 400m Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Balqis Chouikhi Bronze Pole Vault Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Taisei Tan Bronze 300m Hurdles Junior OFSAA Track and Field
Quinn Coughlin Silver 400m Hurdles Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Zachary Jeggo Gold 400m Hurdles Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Grace Streek Silver 3000m Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Safwan El Mansari Silver 800m Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Ange-Mathis Kramo Gold 200m Junior OFSAA Track and Field
Eli Mordel Gold Pole Vault Junior OFSAA Track and Field
Liam Davis Bronze Shot Put Senior OFSAA Track and Field
Maddie Seaby Gold 5000m U20 Athletics Canada U20
Kevin Robertson Silver 3000m Steeplechase Open Athletics Canada
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Gold 100m U20 Athletics Canada U20
Bianca Borgella Gold Para Ambulatory 100m Para Athletics Canada Para
Joshua Cassidy Gold Para Wheelchair 1500m Para Athletics Canada Para
Connor Fraser Silver Discus Open Athletics Canada
Lauren Gale Silver 400m Open Athletics Canada
Zachary Jeggo Bronze 400m U20 Athletics Canada U20
David Adeleye Silver 110m Hurdles Open Athletics Canada
Zachary Jeggo Silver 400m Hurdles U20 Athletics Canada U20
Quinn Coughlin Bronze 400m Hurdles U20 Athletics Canada U20
Liam Davis Silver Shot Put U20 Athletics Canada U20
Kathryn Moreland Silver Heptathlon U20 Athletics Canada U20
Sarah Ouangre,Audrey Gilmour,Cora McQuinn,Vienna Courteau Gold 4x100m Open Athletics Canada
Marie-Eve Dahms,Rosemary Holmes,Sydney Smith,Doyin Ogunremi Gold 4x400m Open Athletics Canada
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Silver 200m U20 Athletics Canada U20
William Harris,Stephan Balson,Ange-Mathis Kramo,Zachary Jeggo Silver 4x400m U20 Athletics Canada U20
Liz Maguire Gold 5000m W55 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Danette Nearing-Guibord Gold 100m W60 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 100m W65 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Lionel Nahum Bronze 100m M50 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Andrew Heffernan Gold 1500m M35 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Gilles Frenette Silver 1500m M45 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Mike McInerney Silver 1500m M55 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Andrew Heffernan Gold 800m M35 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Michael Conway Bronze 800m M40 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Gilles Frenette Silver 800m M45 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Danette Nearing-Guibord Gold 200m W60 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 200m W65 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Michael Conway Bronze 200m M40 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Lionel Nahum Silver 200m M50 Ontario Masters Outdoors
Grace Streek Gold 2000m Steeplechase U18 Ontario Legion
Mallea McMullin Gold Javelin U16 Ontario Legion
Hudson Kennedy Silver Javelin U16 Ontario Legion
Grace Streek Bronze 3000m U18 Ontario Legion
Eli Mordel Bronze 110m Hurdles U18 Ontario Legion
Eli Mordel Silver Pole Vault U18 Ontario Legion
Salome Nyirarukundo Gold 5000m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Sadie Gilbert Silver Shot Put U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Liam Davis Silver Shot Put U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Derek Strachan Silver 3000m Steeplechase U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Maria Okwechime Silver Long jump Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jessica Gyamfi Gold Discus Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Briana Asiamah Silver Discus Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Silver 100m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
David Adeleye Bronze 110m Hurdles Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Quinn Coughlin Gold 400m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Zachary Jeggo Silver 400m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
William Harris Bronze 400m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
André Alie-Lamarche Gold 1500m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Cora McQuinn, Audrey Gilmour, Vienna Courteau, Elizabeth Moreland Gold 4x100m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jamie Meikle,Ladi Ogunmekan,Connor England,Ange-Mathis Kramo Gold 4x100m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Connor Fraser Gold Discus Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Saul Taler Bronze 3000m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Quinn Coughlin Gold 400m Hurdles U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Rosemary Holmes Gold 400m Hurdles Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
David Moulongou Bronze 400m Hurdles Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Sydney Smith Gold 800m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Stephen Evans Silver 800m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Kathryn Moreland,Sophie Trott,Tatiana Pender,Jocelyn Giannotti Silver 4x400m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Audrey Gilmour,Cora McQuinn,Sydney Smith,Doyin Ogunremi Gold 4x400m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
William Harris,Safwan El Mansari,Eric Zielonka,Ange-Mathis Kramo Gold 4x400m U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Leewinchell Jean,Luca Nicoletti,David Moulongou,André Alie-Lamarche Silver 4x400m Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Wendy Alexis Gold 100m W65 Pan American Masters Games
Wendy Alexis Gold 200m W65 Pan American Masters Games
Michael Conway Silver 400m M40 Pan American Masters Games
Michael Conway Gold 800m M40 Pan American Masters Games
Grace Streek Gold 3000m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jake Claydon-St. John Silver 2000m U14 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Sadie Gilbert Bronze Shot Put U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Timeo Atonfo Gold 110m Hurdles U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Eli Mordel Bronze 110m Hurdles U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Gold 100m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Kathryn Moreland Silver Heptathlon U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Audrey Goddard Silver Heptathlon Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Vienna Courteau Bronze Heptathlon Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Atalia Williams,Olivia Daigle-Dasah,Norah Nitta-MacKay,Livia Buffone Silver 4x100m U16 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Shannon Dewar,Amy LeBlanc,Quinn Coughlin,Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Bronze 4x100m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Shannon Dewar,Maya Allibon,Sofia Lefaivre,Grace Streek Gold 4x800m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Riley Daniels,Kira Coldrey,Bianca Arabackyj,Isla Kittmer Bronze 4x800m U16 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Brennan Lee,Zachary Mansouri,Noah Mansouri,Charlie Mortimer Gold 4x800m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jake Claydon-St. John Bronze 1200m U14 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Grace Streek Gold 2000m Steeplechase U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jake Claydon-St. John Bronze Shot Put U14 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Taisei Tan Bronze 400m Hurdles U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jake Claydon-St. John Bronze 800m U14 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Maxime Cazabon Gold High Jump U16 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Gold 200m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Mason Brennan Silver Decathlon U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Kyle London,Ammiel Williams,Brody Fraser,Taisei Tan Gold 4x400m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Tayte Timpson,Brady Brown,Jimmy Lu Langley,Jonah Gratton Bronze 4x400m U18 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Norah Nitta Mackay,Atalia Williams,Olivia Daigle-Dasah Bronze Sprint Medley U16 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Kyle Waldrum Silver Decathlon U20 Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Adam Nuraddeen Gold Decathlon Open Athletics Ontario Outdoor
Wendy Alexis Gold 100m W65 Canada Masters Outdoors
Kimberley Howitt Gold 400m W40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Edith Duarte Silver 400m W40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Kimberley Howitt Silver 800m W40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Michael Conway Gold 800m M40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Mike McInerney Bronze 800m M55 Canada Masters Outdoors
Edith Duarte Silver 200m W40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Kimberley Howitt Bronze 200m W40 Canada Masters Outdoors
Wendy Alexis Gold 200m W65 Canada Masters Outdoors
Michel Smith Silver 200m M55 Canada Masters Outdoors
Michel Smith Bronze 100m M55 Canada Masters Outdoors
Lionel Nahum Bronze 100m M50 Canada Masters Outdoors
Stan Seitz Gold High Jump M75 Canada Masters Outdoors
Stan Seitz Gold Pole Vault M75 Canada Masters Outdoors
Hudson Kennedy Silver Javelin U16 Ontario Summer Games
Maxime Cazabon Gold High Jump U16 Ontario Summer Games
Maxime Cazabon Bronze 300m U16 Ontario Summer Games
Maxime Cazabon Bronze Sprint Medley U16 Ontario Summer Games
Olivia Schuler Bronze 100m Wheelchair Ontario Summer Games
Olivia Schuler Bronze 200m Wheelchair Ontario Summer Games
Olivia Schuler Bronze 400m Wheelchair Ontario Summer Games
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Gold 100m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Jorai Oppong-Nketiah Gold 200m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Zachary Jeggo Gold 400m Hurdles U18 Athletics Canada U18
Zachary Jeggo Silver 400m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Quinn Coughlin Gold 400m Hurdles U18 Athletics Canada U18
Ange-Mathis Kramo Silver 200m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Ammiel Williams,Kyle London,Ange-Mathis Kramo,Zachary Jeggo Silver 4x400m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Jimmy Lu Langley,Zachary Jeggo,Jesse Costanzo,Ange-Mathis Kramo Bronze 4x100m U18 Athletics Canada U18
Mallea McMullin Gold Javelin U16 Athletics Canada U16
Wendy Alexis Gold 100m W65 World Masters Outdoor
Wendy Alexis Silver 200m W65 World Masters Outdoor
Liz Maguire Silver 1500m W55 World Masters Outdoor
Daniel Cova Gold Senior Boys Senior Boys OFSAA Cross Country
Alexandra Harris Bronze Novice Girls Novice Girls OFSAA Cross Country
Laila Lebel,Isla Kittmer,Riley Daniels,Bianca Arabackyj,Emily Munro Bronze U16 Girls Team U16 Girls Team Athletics Ontario XC
Ronan Lebel Bronze U12 Boys U12 Boys Athletics Ontario XC
Liz Maguire Gold W55 W55 Athletics Ontario XC
Laila Lebel,Riley Daniels,Isla Kittmer,Alexandra Harris,Kira Coldrey,Bianca Arabackyj Bronze U16 Girls Team U16 Girls Team Athletics Canada XC
Saul Taler,Daniel Cova,Charlie Mortimer,Noah Mansouri,Owen Siderius,Noah Smith Bronze U18 Boys Team 18 Boys Team Athletics Canada XC