Athletics Masterton and Trusthouse
Cross Country Series.

The 2008 Cross Country Series will be held on :

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Click here for a downloadable version of the 2008 Cross Country  Flyer
Click here for the 2008 Cross Country Results

Race Conditions

1    Race 1 (6 April 2008) will be a handicap race starting at 10:00am.  This is a grading race where everyone starts together. A handicap will be provided, based on previous times.  Walkers and juniors will do 4 km.

2.         You will be placed in a grade depending on your ability. There will be four running grades and one walking grade. We will attempt to provide even numbers in each grade and keep people in the same grade throughout the series.  The handicappers reserve the right to regrade any individual at any time.

3.                  A Junior Grade, to be known as J grade, will be held.  A Junior is defined as a competitor 14 years and under on the day of the first race (ie. 6^th April).  Competitors in this grade will run 4km (two 2km laps).

A Midget Grade to be known as M Grade will also be held.  Distance will be 1km.  There is no age restriction for this grade.

4.                  All other races (A, B, C, D & E grades) will consist of three 2km laps. 

 5.                  All competitors should always bring a change of clothing. Be prepared for wet or cold weather conditions.

 6.                  Points will be awarded on a scale of 20 for winner, 19 for second, 18 for third etc.  In addition two points will be awarded for each person entering and completing each race.  With regradings, points will be transferred between grades, but to a maximum equivalent to the points of the grade leader of the new grade.

7.                  There will be a $5.00 entry fee per race.  This will reduce to $2.00 per race if the runner is a fully subscribed member of Athletics Masterton.  All Junior and Midget Grade entrants $2.00 per race.

8.                  On Race Day, spot prizes will be drawn at random from all finishers and helpers.  These will be drawn during the announcements at race conclusion.  Winners must be present otherwise prizes will be redrawn.

9.                  At the end of the series, prizes and certificates will be awarded to the first four placings in each grade, provided they have completed 4 or more races.  In the event of a draw in any grade, the handicap winner between the two at the last race both competed in will be awarded the higher placing.  Your highest points from six races ONLY, will count towards your final placing.

10.              Competitors who complete all eight races of the series will receive a bonus prize.

 11.              Points for the Trust House series will not be awarded at the Club cross-country championships (race 9). All series participants are urged to attend the club championships, but only financial club members are eligible for club trophies. All runners start together at 10.00am for this event.

 12.              Prize giving for the trust house series and club championships will be held on 27 July at the Sports Bowl clubrooms from approximately 12.30 pm onwards. Spot prizes will be awarded between all runners and helpers who participate in the Club Championships.

 13.              By entering this series of races competitors agree that, they assume responsibility for there own actions during these events and while on location. Competitors agree to follow the course instructions provided, to conduct themselves in a manner to prevent injury or harm to themselves and others, also not to bring Athletics Masterton into disrepute or anything that could jeopardize future events.

 Start Times (after the 1st race)

RESULTS

 Provisional results may be announced on race day, spot prizes will be given out and morning tea provided after each race.  Results will be forwarded to competitors only if they have competed in the previous week’s race.  If you have email, please advise when registering as this helps the club and Trust House to save costs on postage and photocopying.  Results can also be found at www.athleticsmasterton.org.nz 

It is the responsibility of each competitor to advise a member of the committee of any errors prior to the next race.

Morning Tea Duty

A & B grades will be responsible for morning tea at race 2 (20 April), race 5 (1 June) and race 8 (13 July)

C & D grades will be responsible for morning tea at race 3 (4 May) and race 6 (15 June).

E & J grades will be responsible for morning tea at race 4 (18 May) and race 7 (29 June).

To make morning tea, grades will be responsible for, boiling zip heaters, providing a plate, making and pouring the tea and cleaning up after race day. 

 Gavin Graham is the Series Director this year - contact phone number is 06-377 3022