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Wearside Weightlifting Club – 2026 Competition Calendar
Raising the Bar in 2026 💪
This calendar outlines key competitions for Wearside Weightlifting Club athletes across the 2026 season.
Use the notes section to track qualification totals, deadlines, or travel arrangements.
February 20th – 22nd 2026
English Age Groups
Oldbury
National Qualifier – www.britishweightlifting.org
March 28th 2026
Tyne & Wear Derby
Sunderland (Hosted by Wearside WC)
Regional Team Event
Club Comp
May 30th 2026
Nixon Rowell Cup
Sunderland
Youth & Development Competition – www.britishweightlifting.org
October 3rd – 4th 2026
TBC
Sunderland
National Finals – www.britishweightlifting.org
October 24th 2026
Jim Halliday & Sue Trebillcock Cup
Sunderland
Youth Team Competition
Club comp
🗒️ Notes:
• Check BWL portal for qualification totals and entry deadlines www.britishweightlifting.org
• Coaches will confirm entry selections following in-house assessments.
• Travel and accommodation arrangements will be discussed in team meetings.
• All lifters must hold valid BWL memberships before competing in competitions on BWL website – no membership required for in house competitions.
For updates, follow @wearsideweightlifting on social media or contact your coach directly
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