By JAMES LAVIN
DESPITE the arctic-like cold and muddy conditions, Yarra Ranges athletes turned out in droves to face the fresh and challenging inaugural Coldstream Cross Country Challenge.
The special event – featuring obstacles, challenges and a slip-n-slide finish – was held to celebrate the highly successful Cross Country season, which has produced many high quality results and countless personal bests.
Despite the adverse conditions, the faithful Yarra Ranges Athletics family embraced the event and, from the smiles on their faces, showed it was a success.
Thanks go to all who offered assistance and support to the event, ensuring its smooth running.
This round of Yarra Ranges Athletics Cross Country was untimed and placed due to the relaxed nature of the event and the new course.
Pictures will be available on yarrarangesathletics.org.au.
There will be no club XC next weekend.
The next event will be the cross-country presentation day on Sunday 23 August.
Watch the website for details.
The seniors will be in action in Anglesea for XCR Round 8, competing in the much-awaited for Ekiden Relay.
With premiership points up for grabs, it is sure to be a fun day.
Congratulations to Ruby Dixon and James Laven who were confirmed as the AV XCR15 series champions for their respective grades.
A fantastic achievement and recognition for some outstanding and consistent performances over the winter season.
