15 RIVA Athletes Competed at 2026 Legion National Championships
There's no better way to close out a successful outdoor season than by cheering on athletes in Riversdale Athletics Club (RIVA) colours on the national stage.
RIVA is proud to share the results of the 15 athletes who have qualified to represent the club at the 2026 Legion National Youth Track & Field Championships, taking place in Regina, Saskatchewan Aug. 7- 9, 2026.
Qualifying for Legion Nationals is a significant accomplishment. The championship brings together Canada's top U16 and U18 athletes, with competitors earning their place through standards and strong performances throughout the season. This year's RIVA team reflects the depth and diversity of the club, with athletes competing across sprint, distance, hurdles, jump, throw, and relay events. Their success is the result of months of dedication, summer practices, personal best performances, and the support of coaches, families, teammates, and volunteers.
For many athletes, Legion Nationals represents the culmination of an outstanding season. For others, it is another step along their long-term development journey. Regardless of results, the experience of competing on the national stage is one that will help shape them as athletes and individuals.
Riversdale Athletics Club extends its congratulations to the following athletes results at the 2026 Legion National Championships:
Friday
Stacy Esemuru, 18th 80mH 13.34
Adam Gallays 6th Discus 46.49m PB
Kate Lawton 10th 300m 42.98 PB
Hudson Delaire 14th 300m. 43.24
Sloan Hanson 15th 300m 43.42 PB
Matthew Heidel 16th 400m 50.63 PB
Jayden Rings 19th 400m 50.64
Toni Akintade - 100m 13.21 and 10th Long Jump (5.00m)
Saturday
Cohen Mckechney 22nd 2000m 6:17.21
Bella Vasconez 17th 3000m 11:17.48
Women's 4x100 U16: Sloan, Kate, Stacy Hudson. 5th 51.12
Toni Akintake: Team Sask Relay U18: 4x100m (49.63) - 6th
Sunday
Jayden Rings 4th 400mH 54.76 PB
Cohen Mckeckney 12th 1500m SC 4:50.81
Claire Holman 15th HJ 1.40m
Martha McGonigle 9th 2000mSC 7:36.73 PB
Ryder Germain 28th 2000mSC 7:07.62
Toni Akintake Triple Jump (10.80m) - 10th
Women's 4x400m: Kate, Sloan, Hudson, Bella 12th 4:13.53
Men's 4x400m: Jayden, Matthew, Ryder, Cohen 13th 3:43.23
Multi-Events:
→ Lexie Bantle 20th Heptathlon
100mH 20.70
200m 30.23
800m 2:42.85
Javelin 18.93m PB
HJ 1.22m
LJ 3.86m
Shot put 5.96m
→ Brenna Sanderson 8th Pentathlon
80MH 17.02
800m 3:11-42
HJ 1.19m
LJ 4.06 PB
Shotput 7.51m
The club also recognizes the incredible work of its coaching staff, whose guidance and commitment have helped prepare these athletes for national competition, as well as the parents, volunteers, officials, and supporters who make opportunities like this possible.
Congratulations RIVA Athletes!
Full Results can be found here:
