Cross Country Information

Each week the participants run a measured course which is timed. Distances vary depending on age group. Locations alternate between several running courses around Haddon, Ross Creek and Smythesdale. Events are times with records and champions awarded at the end of the season.

Location:

Haddon, Smythesdale & districts

When:

Fridays 430pm - 530pm 

Dates:

April through to September (Term 2 & 3)

Who:

Under 6's through to adults

Registration:

$30 per athlete

Click here to register.

Full membership must be paid to compete, however new members are welcome to "come & try" for two weeks. Membership must be then paid to continue. 

Club Uniform:

One off purchase of a club singlet or tshirt for $20. 

Must be worn to all events.

Virtual Runs

Virtual runs will not be offered in 2026.

Aggregate point system

First place will receive points as of the number of competitors - down to the last finisher gaining 1 point. Athletes starting but not finishing a race receive one point. Athletes having first race will gain an invitation handicap. Aggregate point will accrue throughout the season with the highest points being the winner in each age group.

Handicap system

Athletes will be handicapped from their first race. The handicap time then will be determined from a pre-set time. Handicap times will be checked and adjusted when necessary.

Sponsored awards (trophies/medallions)

To be eligible for a sponsored or club award, new athletes must be registered and have at least 2 starts to confirm their handicap times.

Club Championships

Club championships will be run during the season with the fastest times in each group being the age group champion.