Haringey’s youth athletes demonstrated elite competitive form at the Mini London Marathon on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The borough’s representatives, competing under the #TeamHaringey banner, secured multiple high-ranking positions across several age categories, continuing a streak of success previously seen in the London Youth Games.
Charlie Nicolson secures U16 bronze
In one of the standout performances of the weekend, Charlie Nicolson reached the podium in the Boys’ U16 race. Nicolson finished in third place, trailing the race winner by just six seconds in a sprint finish. His performance anchored the Boys’ U16 squad to a fourth-place overall team finish, narrowly missing out on a collective podium spot.
Top-tier rankings across age groups
The Girls’ U18 team mirrored this success by finishing fifth in their category. These results reflect the ongoing investment in local athletics through the Haringey Sports Development Trust and the coordination of local schools and volunteers.
📌 Key Highlights
* Podium Finish: Charlie Nicolson took 3rd in the Boys’ U16 category.
* Team Success: Both Boys’ U16 and Girls’ U18 finished in the top five borough teams.
* Broad Participation: Haringey fielded full teams in every age bracket from U12 to U18.
* Community Support: Over 50 local volunteers and teachers supported the delegation.
Comprehensive Team Results
The following table outlines the final standings for #TeamHaringey across the various competitive divisions at the event:
| Category | Final Position |
|---|---|
| Boys’ U12s | 19th |
| Girls’ U12s | 14th |
| Boys’ U14s | 22nd |
| Girls’ U14s | 17th |
| Boys’ U16s | 4th |
| Girls’ U16s | 13th |
| Boys’ U18s | 20th |
| Girls’ U18s | 5th |
Preparation for the event involved months of training sessions coordinated by the Haringey Sports Development Trust. Support staff, including parents, carers, and teachers, managed the logistics for the borough’s largest marathon delegation to date. The results solidify Haringey’s reputation as a growing hub for middle-distance running in North London.
Source: Haringey Council
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