With the Knox Cross Country season kicking off on 2nd May 2026, the State Cross-Country Relay Championships are fast approaching — and we’re looking for athletes keen to represent Knox in this exciting team event! 💙💛
👟 Event Overview
Teams of 3 athletes compete in a relay over a cross-country course, with shorter distances and transition zones — no baton, just teamwork and speed!
📅 Event Details
🗓 Saturday 30 May 2026
📍 Jells Park, Wheelers Hill
👥 Age Groups: U9 – U17
📏 Distances
• U9 & U10: 3 x 1km
• U11 & U12: 3 x 1.5km
• U13 – U17: 3 x 2km
♿ Multi-Class Distances
• U9–U10: 3 x 1km
• U11–U12: 3 x 1.5km
• U13–U17: 3 x 1.5km
👥 Team Composition
• 3 athletes per team
• Same gender teams (except Multi-Class, which can be mixed)
• Athletes can only compete in one team and run one leg
🔄 Team Formation
Knox will prioritise forming Centre teams. If needed, Region teams may be created with athletes from other centres.
⬆️ Age Group Promotion
• Athletes (U9+) may be promoted up to 2 age groups (conditions apply)
• Multi-Class athletes have greater flexibility across age groups
🕒 Draft Timetable (from 12:30pm)
Events scheduled across all age groups from U9 through to U17
👕 Event T-Shirt
Commemorative event shirts will be available to purchase — a great way to celebrate being part of the Championships!
👉 Interested in competing?
Please contact Jess Dux to register your interest and help us form teams.
⚠️ Reminder: No dogs permitted at the venue.
This is a fantastic opportunity to represent Knox, race as a team, and be part of a great day of cross country! 💪🔥
