University of Windsor Athletics Club to host The Johnny Loaring Classic Track & Field Meet, June 15th
Alumni Stadium, University of Windsor
University of Windsor Athletics Club (UWAC) will host the Johnny Loaring Classic Track & Field Meet on Sunday June 15th at Alumni Stadium, University of Windsor.
This year’s event has been designated a World Athletics Continental Tour – Bronze event. The JLC is the first of only 10 stops across Canada and 3 in Ontario, of the Athletics Canada’s National Track & Field Tour, a set of high-performance competitions. These competitions will not only allow elite Canadian athletes to prepare for the 2025 World Championships and achieve world ranking points but also allow the next level of athletes to develop. International section of the meet starts at 3:30pm.
The Johnny Loaring Classic has a history of attracting some of the country’s best track and field athletes. Past editions have seen local Olympians Melissa Bishop, Noelle Montcalm, Brandon McBride and Sarah Mitton. Other well-known Canadian athletes such as Damian Warner, Andre De Grasse, and Marissa Papaconstantinou have also competed at the JLC over the years.
This year’s JLC will have a total of 24 Olympians competing from Canada(6), United States(4), Nigeria(5), Jamaica(2), Chinese-Taipei, South Africa, Ghana, Greece, Ireland, Trinidad & Tobago and the Bahamas as well as Canadian(7) & USA Paralympians.
Elite competition will start at 1:30pm with finals starting on the track at 3:15pm. Full event schedule can be found on the JLC site – www.johnnyloaringclassic.ca Tickets available at the gate for $10, children 12 & under free when accompanied by an adult.
“The JLC continues to grow in prestige each year attracting some of the very best in track & field. This is largely in part due to our dedicated sponsors, the support from the University of Windsor and passion from our local organizing committee. The sport of track and field is deeply rooted in our city’s commitment to athletic excellence with a strong history of great athletes, coaches, volunteer officials and sport builders making Windsor the place to come to compete. This year’s event will showcase some of the best talent in North America and from across the world. “ – JLC Chair Brett Lumley
This event would not be possible without the support of the Government of Ontario, Athletics Canada and Athletics Ontario.
The University of Windsor Athletics Club (UWAC) is known for its commitment to athletics. UWAC provides athletes with highly experienced and knowledgeable coaching staff, excellent facilities and a healthy training environment. Our mission is to create a safe, fun and positive environment to implement long term athletic development and healthy lifestyle for our club members. We believe in fair play and sportsmanship between our athletes and our competitors while maintaining a high level of competition.
We want to pack the stands for the event and cheer on Canada’s athletes as they prepare for the 2025 World Championships.