Sports Registrations – Cross Country

Terms 2 and 3

Convenor

Eric Speakman & Finn Gaupset

Cost

  • Costs are per event or tournament e.g. entry fees, transport and accommodation (if applicable)
  • Fundraising is advised and can be organised through by a parent group. Please contact the Sports Office for more information.
  • Winter sports payments are due by Sunday April 29 2024.

Description

  • HVHS School competes throughout the Season from April through to October
  • Competing in various events such as Karori relays, Wellington Cross Country Champs and Nationals.
  • It is an opportunity for all participants with a running ability / background to work on their aerobic fitness, providing benefits for many other sporting activities.
Competition Key Dates
  • Karori Park, Trentham Memorial Park – May 8
  • CSW Cross Country Champs – Harcourt Park – May 22
  • Whanganui Round the lake relay – date to be confirmed
  • National NZ Cross Country Champs – Christchurch – 15 – 16 June
  • Road Race Relay Festival (a new event) NZ Athletics – 5 – 6 September Auckland
Uniform
  • HVHS Athletics singlet or PE top plus black shorts.
Equipment
  • Appropriate footwear and comfortable clothing for running
  • Suggested shorts and a singlet/t-shirt/long sleeve depending on the weather
  • HVHS P.E. gear would be appropriate for training
Training
  • Tuesday & Thursday Lunchtimes at HVHS.
Trail Dates
  • No trials, all welcome. Selections for events will be made based on student interest, availability and coach’s decision.
Registration
  • Closing date for registration is Sunday 4 February 2024.

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