Posted April 13, 2008

Many thanks to all the athletes and parents who registered and completed in todays first run. Additional time was taken by walking the 1K, 2K and 3K courses, so thank you for being patient. Our plan remains to commence 10 a.m. sharp with 1K event. We will run additional distances as requested by athletes as the schools cross country doesn't match Little Athletics Association i.e. 4K etc.
Attached are the results for the first week
To add even more confussion! Maps of the course are attached. See below text for further explanation.

After feedback from parents last year we modified the 1K course so the athletes were more visible during aspects of the event. From the start line (Soccer field goal line), the course now navigate 3 sides of the soccer field before heading down past the tree with the X, we then loop around 3 sides of the fenced bushland regeneration area in an anti clockwise direction, once up the top we follow the path past the BBQ, then down the path (past the cricket nets) heading back onto the soccer field to loop back to the finish line. The distance is ever so slightly over 1K. We incorporate this 1K section into the 3K event.

The 2K and 3K courses remain similar to last year. However, with some modifications to bring more rises (small hills) into the course. Each event starts similar to the 1K, however once at the tree with the X, runners head up the hill to the traffic cone (on cut down tree), once at the traffic cone they turn left and head past the BBQ, to the path and run past the cricket pitch, follow the path across the bridge, cutting the left hand corner and heading towards skateboard park on the path and crossing the next bridge, once over the bridge they turn right and follow the left hand path up a small rise crossing over the grassed area to the next bridge, once over the bridge the athletes turn an immediate right and follow the tree line down past the creek bed joining the bottom path and heading towards the playground and passing the Scout Hut following the treeline to the path, once on the top path they follow this along to the BBQ area, then onto the path past the cricket nets and head onto the soccer oval to the far corner post then running down the sideline. 2K's will finish after turning left, 3K will turn right and now incorporate the 1K course. The 3K and 4K finish incorporates a clockwise loop of the fenced bushland regeneration area before heading past the X tree, up the hill to the finish line across the soccer field. The 3K looks confussing on the map but after a week or so we should be clear on the course.

Click on these links for information on the State Cross Country and Road Walks at Lake Wallerawang (Near Lithgow) on 6 July, 2008. Please see the attached flyer on the Hills and Winston Hills info.

Posted March 6, 2008

Rain hampered the traditional AGM and Presentation Day at Crestwood Reserve, unfortunately due to the inclement weather formal proceedings didn't take place. We have postoned the AGM to April 30, 2008 at our club house. The AGM will commence at 7:30 p.m.

If you are on the attached list you are eligable for a trohpy for the 2007/08 season. If you didn't pick it up on Sunday April 6, 2008 then you can get your trophy between 6-7p.m. on the evening of the AGM. If you can't make it to the AGM then you can pick up your trophy on the first Registration day in August 2008 from the club house.

Posted March 7, 2008

The past few years we have incorporated our Presentation Day and AGM into the one event at Crestwood Oval. This year is similar and these events are scheduled for 12 noon, Sunday April 6, 2008. BYO Food and Drink. This day closes of our Track and Field events for 2007/08 season , which is followed by our Cross Country season which commences on April 13, 2008.

The AGM is an opportunity to raise issues and vote for improvements within the club. To vote at the AGM you are required to be a financial member of the club. Attached is a Membership Form which needs to be completed and returned to Trish Bright, Secretary with the membership fee of one dollar ($1.00).

In accordance with the club’s bylaws all official positions become vacant at the AGM. It is important that we have new people join the committee so that new ideas are raised and implementd for the successful running of our club. Nominations are sort for the positions listed below for season 2008/09. See position descriptions.

If you would like to nominate a person for a role please download the Nomination Form and return to Trish Bright, Secretary:
President,
Vice President,
Secretary,
Treasurer,
Age Liaison Manager,
Canteen Officer,
Championship Officer,
Coaching Co-ordinates,
LAA Delegates,
Cross Country Officer,
Equipment Officer,
Officer for Officials,
Publicity Officer,
Registrar,
Results Officer (Boys and Girls),
Seniors Officer,
Sponsorship Officer,
Track and Field Officer, and
Uniform Officer.

Remember... Nominations and voting can only be made by fully financial member of the club i.e. you need to complete the membership form and pay your membership. A Proxy Form is attached if you are a financial member and will not be able to vote at the AGM.

Any questions or queries please contact Trish Bright, Secretary 9634 3213 or email secretary@hillsdistrict.org

Posted March 7, 2008

Age Manager Expression of Interest for Season 2008-09

Thank you to the Age Managers for season 2007-08, and your hard work and commitment too the development of our little athletes. Our results at Zone, Region and soon to be State are a testament to the effort and encouragement you display each Saturday. Some Age Managers have expressed a desire to step down, and others wish to continue in the forth coming season. To create an open process the HDLAC Committee is seeking nominations for Age Managers in season 2008-09 for all ages.

If you are interested in being put forward for nomination of a Age Manager in season 2008-09 attached is the Age Manager Expression of Interest form which is to be completed and returned to John Monty by 29 March 2008.

All nominations will be forwarded to the incoming President and Age Manager Liaison Officer for season 2008-09, selection of the Age Managers will take place by the 2008-09 HDLAC Committee.

Posted February 19, 2008

95 Hills athletes competed at the recent Regional Championships. All athletes are to be highly commended for their efforts against some amazing young talent. Due to a tremendous effort 34 of these young people qualified for the State Championships; the best result for a Hills team in recent memory.

The Hills team includes 14 first time State representatives:
Teaan Mocatta 9G
Jordan Glover 9B
Ben Thompson 10B
Adriana Shina 10G
Michael Glenfield 10B
Billy Nicolson 10B
Joshua Windsor 11B
Emily Michelle 12G
Bradley Baker 12B
Isabella Shina 13G
Isabella Wigley 13G
Lang Teh 14B
Felicity Bright 14G
Khalif Tauro 15B

Other team members who will be returning to the State stage are:
Matthew Price 10B
Jordan Shelley 10B
Nelson Osifo 11B
Kelsey Dwyer 11G
Nicholas Shina 12B
Jayden Rennie 12B
Jessica Hough 12G
Sarah Watts 12G
Alexandra Pollett 13G
Amy Lewis 14G
Matthew Van Arkel 14B
Blake Wigley 14B
Nicholas Hough 14B
Sarah Bright 14G
Cassie Hewitt 14G
Jonathon Perry 15B
Hannah Monty 15G
Josh Andrews 15B
Angus Baird 15B
Meryn Denning 15G

Full results of Hills Athletes are available by clicking here.
You can also view results of all Regions by clicking here.

Special thanks to Khalif Tauro who stepped into the Senior Boys Relay team with seconds to go before the start of the race only to pull up with a hamstring injury metres from the finish line. We all wish Khalif a speedy recovery so he can compete in the 400m at the State Championships.

Whether State qualifiers or not all Hills athletes are to be congratulated on their performances at Region. Well done!

Posted February 13, 2008

Special thanks to our athletes that have made the Regional championships this coming weekend. As we have such large contingent of competitors, officials, and helpers to provide to the championships we have made the decission to cancel this Saturday's competition on 16 February 2008.

We understand that this does effect many individuals and apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause.

Due to the recent weather conditions causing cancelations on our Saturday morning competition we will run on January 26, 2008. This will help our athletes prepare for the upcoming Zone Championships.

I hope that all athletes, parents and helpers had an enjoyable break from Little A's. As you are aware Metropolitan West Zone will be held at our grounds A H Whaling on 30 Jan, 2 and 3 February. Regular Saturday morning competition is cancelled on 2 February. Good luck to all the athletes who are competing at Zone, and best of luck in qualifying for NSW Region 1 on 15-16 February.

Our calendar and website are kept upto date throughout the off season with a few important dates for your diaries... Presentation Day on 2 April and Cross Country training commencing on 13 April. Check out the calendar and club news for any changes to the schedule.