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Legend Peters launches new Super Five Series

MARY Peters has launched this year's Firmus Energy Super Five Series, which will begin next Thursday, April 17. Organised at the Mary Peters Track by Lagan Valley Athletics Club, the popular series has been a long-term favourite on the athletics calendar for the last 24 years.

It drew more than 750 participants from all over Ulster last year and encouraged young people to come out and have a go at other athletics events.

The option of pre-registration online has been introduced this year, with the aim of making the entry process more efficient.

The series kicks off next Thursday with a programme that includes Shot Putt, Hammer, Long Jump, Javelin, High Jump, the 80/100m sprint as well as 100m and 200m wheelchair events. Open to people of all abilities from those aged eight through to master competitors, the Firmus Energy Super Five Series will also take place on May 1, June 26 and August 7 and 28.

For more information, visit www.laganvalleyac.co.uk where participants can now pre-register for the first event. The cost for each event is £3 and can be paid on the night.