Caversham Children's Athletics

After a very busy time of events and racing, it is time for a club run on Saturday. We will meet at the club rooms on Middleton Road at 1.30 pm.

Cavy kids on fire! 🔥 Walter, Nicholas, Lily, Jonathan, Menzie, and Henry - epic results at Otago 5km Road Champs yesterday on such a chilly day - well done to all of you, some great racing. And of course our Evelyn, always with a smile! 🖤🤍

⭐️ BU12 2km
Walter 1st 🥇
Nicholas 3rd 🥉
Jonathan 5th
(And WINNER of the U12 Teams Race - Caversham! 🥇)

⭐️ GU12 2km
Lily 3rd 🥉

⭐️ GU16 4km
Menzie 3rd 🥉

⭐️ BU16 4km
Henry 3rd 🥉

Huge thanks to Timothy Dawbin (Hill City) for these awesome photos, and to Athletics Otago, all volunteers/ marshals and supporters!

Full results here: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=443716

Entries now open for Athletics Otago Road Champs, this SATURDAY starting 1:30PM 🏃🏃‍♀️

🖤 U8 - Fun Run (approx. 1km)
🖤 U10/U12 - 2 km
🖤 U14 - 3 km
🖤 U16 - 4 km

All entry info, map and start times at:
https://www.athleticsotago.co.nz/newsarticle/168571?

Online entries close midnight Thursday 13th August ✨

🌟 More than 50 junior athletes competed for age-group titles at yesterday's Otago XC Champs, providing one of the strongest participation numbers of the Otago winter season - well done to Caversham's Walter Howard-Smith (🥉3rd BU12) and Sammy Cotter (6th GU14), and everyone who competed! 🌟

Full Results here: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=440465

ODT article: https://www.odt.co.nz/sport/athletics/owen-sets-pace-claim-cross-country-title?

Owen sets pace to claim cross-country title More than 100 runners descended on Chisholm Links yesterday for the annual Otago cross-country with titles on the line across senior, masters and...

Are you ready to collect all 3 ribbons? 💚❤️💙
🏃‍♀️ The first race in the Kids Cross Country series is this Sunday!
🏅 Ribbons for all finishers
FAQ
🏃‍♀️Do I need to register? No need to pre register, just turn up on the day
🏃‍♀️How much does it cost? There is no cost to enter but we would appreciate a can to be donated to the local food bank
🏃‍♀️What time does it start? Arrive by 9.45am for a 10am start
🏃‍♀️How far is the race? Each race is about 1km with fun obstacles and options to take a short cut for littler legs
🏃‍♀️How old do kids need to be? The race is aimed at 5-10 year olds but older and younger children are welcome too. Parents are welcome to complete the course with their children.
🏃‍♀️Are there medals for winners? These races focus on participation and fun with all runners receiving a ribbon.

Entries are now open for the 2026 Otago Cross Country Champs, this Sunday 19 July starting 10:30am at Chisholm Park Golf Course, 16 Tahuna Road - let's go, Caversham!

All event info and entry through the AO site, here: https://www.athleticsotago.co.nz/newsarticle/167485

Entries close Friday 17 July, 6:00pm.

Well done Walter, Nicholas and Jonathan - 1st, 3rd and 4th place respectively at the 2026 TK Cowan Handicap Cross Country race at Ocean Grove last Saturday - woohoo, go Caversham!! 🏃🏃🏃

Full results here:https://cavershamharriers.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-TK-Cowan-Handicap-Cross-Country.pdf

Grey sky, golden conditions Overcast skies and a co-operative tide provided ideal conditions for the annual TK Cowan handicap races at Ocean Grove on Saturday. Hosted by the...

Entries closing 6PM tonight - there's a fun run ~1km for the U8's, a 2km for U10-12, and 3km for U14's - all the details and link to register below 🏃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

UPVC Windows & Doors Edmond Cup Cross Country 2026 I've just registered for Edmond Cup Cross Country come and join me. https://www.athleticsotago.co.nz

We’re excited to be back for session 2 of our winter cross country series!

A huge thank you to Leith Harrier and Athletic Club for providing snacks at our first session, and to Hill City - University Athletic Club for generously supporting this month.
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Register here: https://events.mygameday.app/event/xcnationalsprep2026