AAAC Open Graded - Meeting 4

On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Aberdeen Sports Village welcomes athletes of all ages for the AAAC Open Graded Track & Field Meeting. This free-entry event is open to everyone and offers a variety of competitions across different age groups and disciplines.
The day kicks off at 6:15 PM with the U18 Female 2000m Steeplechase, an intense race that challenges young athletes' endurance and agility. Immediately following this exciting start, from 6:30 to 7:00 PM, participants can engage in a range of field events including javelin throws for boys and girls aged U12-U16.
At 6:40 PM, the track heats up with multiple 1500m races featuring runners from the U14-Senior category. These include standard running categories as well as specialized competitions such as frame runner and wheelchair events designed to accommodate athletes of all abilities.
The evening progresses with a series of sprint events starting at 7:00 PM, where both male and female competitors aged U12-Senior can showcase their speed in the 100m dash. Similar to earlier races, there are also frame runner and wheelchair divisions for these sprints.
As night falls, athletes gather for the shot put competition beginning at 7:15 PM. This event is crucial as it contributes points towards AAAC Championships scoring for U18 and Senior participants. Athletes will have six throws if they're members of AAAC or four otherwise, though additional attempts may be granted based on time availability.
The evening concludes with another round of the 2000m Steeplechase at 7:30 PM, this time for U18 male athletes only. This event is particularly significant as it serves as a Championship scoring opportunity and tests competitors' resilience over challenging terrain.
Athletes must declare their participation in each event thirty minutes before its scheduled start to ensure smooth organization throughout the day. It's also important that field event participants arrive early enough to complete necessary warm-ups and practice throws well ahead of competition times, ensuring readiness for peak performance under strict declaration cut-off rules enforced by organizers.
This comprehensive schedule offers a blend of traditional track races with adaptive sports categories, making it an inclusive evening full of athletic prowess and competitive spirit.