Athletics
Athletics and Cross Country are well provided for by qualified coaches who provide year-round training sessions. There are school competitions throughout the year and further competitive opportunities are available through the local athletics club – Cambridge Athletic and Harrier Club.
We welcome anyone who has an interest in athletics or cross country to make contact with us for more details. Contact is Steve Rees-Jones (srs@camhigh.school.nz).
Practice Times: Distance running training is available on Tuesday’s at 6pm all year around at Cambridge Athletic Grounds with Steve Rees-Jones. Throws training can be arranged through the Cambridge Athletic Club on request. Summer training for Sprints and Hurdles is taken by Robin Knowles.
Fees: There is no cost for training however there will be a fee associated if students choose to compete at any of the inter-school championships. Competition entry fees are low – generally $10-$20 plus dependent on where the events take place there might be transport costs. If competing at the NZ Secondary School Champs, then there will be accommodation costs.
Uniform: Competition Singlet supplied for events.
Gear Required: Running clothing and shoes.
Important Dates:
7th March - Central Zones School Athletics (Hamilton)
21st March - Waikato-BOP Schools Athletics (Hamilton)
1st-2nd April - North Island Schools Athletics (Palmerston North)
23rd May - Central Zones Cross Country (Tauranga)
8th June - Waikato-BOP Schools Cross Country (Tauranga)
17th -18th - June NZ Schools Cross Country (Palmerston North)
8th – 10th December - NZ Schools Athletics (Christchurch)