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​Sussex Cross Country League and Relays

The Sussex Athletics offer members a range of cross country races through the autumn and winter. They can be tough, but good fun - and are a great way to feel part of the team and keep up your mileage. The post-run cake experience is second to none!

The events comprise Cross Country Relay Championship, the Sussex Cross Country League, and Masters Cross Country Championship. With the exception of the Masters, these events are open to ALL club members. Masters are open to women over 35 and men over 35. Sussex Athletics are trailing Men's 35-39 category this year.

The Cross Country League consists of four Races which are run at different locations throughout
Sussex.

Club members are encouraged to take part in these events. You don’t need to be really speedy or mega-fit – although taking part in these events can really help with both!
 
Entry Criteria:
You must be a paid up member of Run Academy Worthing with either 1st or 2nd Claim membership (all club members are either 1st or 2nd Claim). 

County qualification for Championships (Relay and Masters) is that all athletes must have a Sussex County qualification through Birth or Residence. Residence requires nine months continuous residence in the County prior to the date of the competition.
 
Gear:   
Run Academy Worthing running vest. These can be purchased here https://www.runacademy.co.uk/buy-kit.html#/
Trail shoes (hybrid trail/XC spikes may suit different courses/conditions). Advice will be given before individual races.
 
Run Academy Worthing provides a tent (for changing, storage and shelter) and hot drinks. Everyone is encouraged to make and bring a cake for post-run. RAW promotes a car-sharing scheme so that everyone can participate, and to cut emissions.
 
Training:
Please talk to any of your Coaches or Run Leaders who will be happy to give advice about preparing
yourself for these events.

Event Information:
Please note that dates are provisional.
 
Cross Country Relays
Location: Goodwood, opposite Racecourse, PO18 0PS
Date: Saturday 28th September 2024
Cost: £6 each
Distance: approx. 4k each
Times: Women: 13:30, Men: 14:30
https://www.sussexathletics.net/cross-country-relays/
Teams: 
Women: 3 X Senior; 3 x Veteran v35, v45, v55
Men: 4 x Senior; 4 x Veteran V40 & V50; 3 x 4000 V60 & V70

Cross Country League
Dates and locations:

Race 1             Saturday     12th October 2024                    Goodwood, opposite Racecourse     PO18 0PS 
       
Race 2             Saturday     9th November 2024               
Glyndebourne, Lewes                         BN8 5UU
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Race 3             Saturday     
30th November 2024              Ardingly Showground                         RH17 6TL
                    
Race 4             Sunday       9th February 2025                   
Stamner Park, Brighton                      BN1 9QA

Cost: £7 each
Distance: Women: 3miles, Men: 5 Miles
Times: Women: 14:05, Men: 14:35
https://www.sussexathletics.net/take-part/cross-country/sussex-cross-country-league/

After the final league race individual medals are awarded to the first three teams and first three individual athletes in all categories, with their best three runs taken into account. You do not have to enter 3 races for your results to count towards the team scoring.

Entering:
Registration is now mandatory online and in advance, details will be given at before each individual event. It's handy for Steve Eastty to know who has entered if you won't mind emailing him [email protected].

Masters
Location: Coombe Farm, Lancing, BN15 0RS
Date: Saturday afternoon, 18th January 2025
Cost: £10 each
Distance: 5 Miles ​(2.5 miles x 2)
Times:
12:00 Numbers available for collection by team managers
13:00 Masters Men – over 50, over 60, over 70
13:40 Masters Women – over 35, over 50, over 60, over 70
14:25 Masters Men – 35-40, over 40 
 
Entry: Entries online in advance only (no late entries). Closing date for entries: Midday on Thurs, 16th January, 2025.

Full and medal details can be found here https://www.sussexathletics.net/take-part/cross-country/masters/

General Questions:​
We have members with a great deal of Cross Country experience, so please speak to your Coaches or Run Leaders. Championing the events will be Dawn Cobbett, Jenny Gain and Tim Wynne, who along with the coaching team, will be encouraging participation and sharing their experiences. Any questions can also be directed to [email protected]

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