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2022 State Cross-Country Championships
The State Cross-Country Championships is an individual Cross-Country event. It is held on terrain that is undulating and provides a challenge to the athletes. The course may incorporate one or two laps depending on the distance and layout of the course.
Date: 6 August 2022
Location: Lake Dewar Lodge, 339 Garrands Road, Myrniong (Google Maps)
Age Groups: U9 – U16 Athletes
Please Note: Dogs are NOT permitted within the venue. Dogs are not permitted at any Little Athletics Victoria event, please ensure you remind your parents, as they will be asked to leave if they arrive with a dog.
Entry Requirements
Athletes must qualify through the 2022 Region Cross-Country Carnivals.
Distances
The distance for each age group is listed below.
| Age Group | Distance |
|---|---|
| U9, U10 | 1.5 km |
| U11, U12 | 2.0 km |
| U13, U14, U15, U16 | 3.0 km |
Multi-Class Athletes
| Age Group | Distance |
|---|---|
| U9 – U10 | 1.5 km |
| U11 – U12 | 2.0 km |
| U13 – U16 | 2.0 km |
Note: These are the optimal distances and may vary depending on the location and layout of the course.
Timetable
A draft timetable for the event will be uploaded shortly. The timetable will also be published and sent to all athletes as part of the Athlete Information sheet in the week of the event.
Event T-Shirt
In order to comply with COVID-19 protocols, there will be no merchandise stall at the Championships – all orders are required to be processed online.