Seven-year-old beats Buhagiar record

A seven-year-old from Woy Woy Liitle Athletics has beaten a record set by Central Coast Mariners player Trent Buhagiar at the same age.

Archer Todd broke the discus record of 16.77 metres set by Buhagiar in 2005, with a throw of 17.02 metres in February.

He was six at the time.

He received a trophy for his achievement in a presentation event held by Woy Woy Little Athletics earlier this month.

"I am so proud of Archer," said his mother Ms Sue Lill.

"I know how much effort he puts into his training and he's never missed a meet.

"He is so focused and such a good sport, never getting discouraged when he doesn't win, always looking forward towards the next event.

"He has such a good attitude towards his sport for a seven-year-old and I just couldn't be prouder."

Archer is in Year 2 at Ettalong Public School and has been with Woy Woy Little Athletics for two years.

He trains every Tuesday afternoon with his coach, Mr Mark Wilson and attends meets every Friday.

With the summer season wrapping up Archer is turning his attention to tennis.

When he's not on the field or court, Archer enjoys hanging out with his mates and bike riding.

Source:

Media release, 17 Apr 2018

Sue Lill, Ettalong