Cross Country
The Cross Country season runs over the Winter season from April until August.
Weekly competition is held on Saturday morning. The local program runs for 10 weeks, with athletes having the opportunity to also compete in State and Regional events.
What is Cross Country?
Cross Country is a sport which an individual participates in an event over natural terrain. Cross Country courses vary in distance, terrain and landscape depending on the location.
Cross Country Distances
The distance of the Cross Country course is based on the athlete’s age. Below is an indication of the usual distance.
Under 6 – 500m
Under 7 & 8 – 1km
Under 9 & 10 – 1.5km
Under 11 & 12 – 2km
Under 13 – 16 – 3km