Primary vs.
Intermediates Cross Country Race Report
In true cross country conditions including icy winds
straight from Antarctica, the Yr7/8 Primary vs. Intermediate Cross Country
Races were held yesterday. Moved from Halswell Quarry because of poor ground
conditions, Roto Kohatu Reserve at Harewood provided a tough but honest cross
country course for the 160 competitors.
Following a 1km circuit, all year groups ran 3 laps over the
man-made hills, muddy ditches and water-logged flats. Congratulations to all
the Sumner Athletes who raced with true determination; Beth Hunter (6th), Abby
Theobald (7th), Jack Forrest (6th), Jack Rule (5th) and John Wells
(11th).
A top ten place meant selection in the Primary Sports Canterbury
Cross Country Team for four of our Yr7/8 club members (Beth, Abby, Jack F and
Jack R). The team now trains together once a week, for 10 weeks to prepare for
the 2014 Inter Regional Cross Country (IRXC) in Hanmer Springs on 25 September.
John Wells and Blake Theobald (who narrowly missed selection)
will run as independent athletes and previously selected, Emilio Kennedy (Yr6)
will also get time off school to run in Hanmer.
An invitation is extended to any Yr5-8 student, to enter as
an independent. This year, being the 10th anniversary of the event,
there are also medals for all finishers and a past competitors race. Details at
IRXC2014.wordpress.com
Karen Theobald
