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 40.
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 30th September 2023
Cost: £6 each
Distance: approx. 4k each
Times: Women: 13:30, Men: 14:30
https://www.sussexathletics.net/cross-country-relays/
Cross Country League
Dates and locations:
Race 1 Saturday 14th October 2023 Goodwood, opposite Racecourse PO18 0PS
Race 2 Saturday 11th November 2023 Ardingly Showground RH17 6TL
Race 3 Saturday 2nd December 2023 Stamner, Brighton
Race 4 Saturday 10th February 2024 Glyndebourne, Lewes
Cost: £6 each
Distance: Women: 3miles, Men: 5 Miles
Times (Races 1-3): Women: 14:05, Men: 14:35
Times (Race 4): Women: 14:20, Men: 14:50
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.
Masters
Location: Coombe Farm, Lancing, BN15 0RS
Date: Saturday afternoon, 20th January 2024: TBC
Cost: (22/23) £6 each
Distance: 5 Miles
Times (22/23):
13:00 Masters Men – over 50, over 60 & over 70
13:40 Masters Women – over 35, over 45, over 55 & over 65
14:25 Masters Men – over 40
https://www.sussexathletics.net/take-part/cross-country/masters/
The club secretary, Steve Eastty, will confirm the dates, venues and times as they become available.
Entering:
Please email Steve Eastty runacademysecretary@gmail.com if you wish to enter.
For the Sussex Cross Country League
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, Sarah Palmer and Tim Wynne, who along with the coaching team, will be encouraging participation and sharing their experiences. Any questions can also be directed to runacademyworthing@gmail.com
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 40.
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 30th September 2023
Cost: £6 each
Distance: approx. 4k each
Times: Women: 13:30, Men: 14:30
https://www.sussexathletics.net/cross-country-relays/
Cross Country League
Dates and locations:
Race 1 Saturday 14th October 2023 Goodwood, opposite Racecourse PO18 0PS
Race 2 Saturday 11th November 2023 Ardingly Showground RH17 6TL
Race 3 Saturday 2nd December 2023 Stamner, Brighton
Race 4 Saturday 10th February 2024 Glyndebourne, Lewes
Cost: £6 each
Distance: Women: 3miles, Men: 5 Miles
Times (Races 1-3): Women: 14:05, Men: 14:35
Times (Race 4): Women: 14:20, Men: 14:50
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.
Masters
Location: Coombe Farm, Lancing, BN15 0RS
Date: Saturday afternoon, 20th January 2024: TBC
Cost: (22/23) £6 each
Distance: 5 Miles
Times (22/23):
13:00 Masters Men – over 50, over 60 & over 70
13:40 Masters Women – over 35, over 45, over 55 & over 65
14:25 Masters Men – over 40
https://www.sussexathletics.net/take-part/cross-country/masters/
The club secretary, Steve Eastty, will confirm the dates, venues and times as they become available.
Entering:
Please email Steve Eastty runacademysecretary@gmail.com if you wish to enter.
For the Sussex Cross Country League
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, Sarah Palmer and Tim Wynne, who along with the coaching team, will be encouraging participation and sharing their experiences. Any questions can also be directed to runacademyworthing@gmail.com