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Saturday, 12 June 2004

 

Welcome to the Coburg Harriers. The club has just embarked on the 2008/09 summer track & field competition and a great start to the season with three consecutive victories to our top Men's and 40 + teams. Wins also to our Girls U16 and Boys U16. The Coburg Harriers have eight teams competing for the chance to win the North West Region pennant and represent the club at the Athletics Victoria Shield Final. With the enthusiasm generated by our ever growing casual training group and our very popular monthly fun runs, you should consider signing up today to be part of the fun!

You will find the latest Fun Run, AV Winter & Summer results and information as well as Coburg Forums, Club History and links to other athletic organisations.  Remember to gain extra features become a member of our site.

 

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We are located at:

Harold Stevens Athletics Field, Outlook Rd Coburg 3058 Victoria Australia
Melways Reference 18A10 (Behind the Coburg Giants basketball stadium) 
Telephone: (03) 9354 2362

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2007 100KM Australian Champion. Australian team - 2007 100 km World Cup, 2008 World 24 Hour Champs

Events :

  • Club Winter Competition for the Dr Marshall Shield. Road and Cross Country Events. See our Winter Calendar of Events
  • All Competition graded to cater for BEGINNER to ADVANCED
  • Thursday Night 7.15 pm Veterans and Competition for all ages
  • Monthly Fun Runs from 9:00 am. $12 or $10 for members. Conditions apply
  • Clubrooms and Weight Equipment - Weeknights from 5.00pm. Sunday from 9.00am

Coaching :

  • Available from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday 'all welcome' (accredited coaches)
  • Enjoy the friendly and supportive environment of club coach Brian Delaney's effective coaching techniques. Why train alone when you can extend yourself in these sessions?
  • We accommodate runners at all levels from the get fit runner to competition orientated athletes. Training takes place on  track and cross country circuits with race proven 'interval' coaching methods. Let us help you meet your race goals
  • 6:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday nights - sprint and middle distance coaching available. Click here for contact details or email: This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

Fun Runners :

  • Caters for Beginners and Seasoned Runners
  • Encouragement to improve on your Personal Bests
  • Improve your time by joining the club's casual running group on a Tuesday or Thursday night
  • Friendly Club Atmosphere
  • Organised Training Runs
  • Various Social Activities

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Stacey Van Dueren - AV Winter Age Group Champion (2004, 05, 06, 07, 08). Third place in 2006 Melbourne Marathon

Cross Country (Winter) :

  • Athletics Victoria Competition: Men Div 3-7, Women Div 2
  • Recent Pennants: Div 5 & 6 Men, Div 3 Women (2004) ; Div 7 Men (2006)
  • Qualified State Coaches
  • Vibrant club fun run program throughout winter on measured cross country and road courses
  • Organised pack runs, training programs and advice
  • Masseurs and Physiotherapist available
  • Athletes compete for Dr Marshall Shield and Best AV Athlete in each division
  • Trophy Presentation Night at end of Season

Track & Field (Summer) :

  • Athletics Victoria Competition (North West Region Men Div 2, 3 & 40 +, U18, U16,
    Women Div 1, U18, U16)
  • Recent Pennants : North West Region - Women Div 2 (2008); Men Div 4 (2006)
  • Qualified State Coaches
  • Fully Equipped Athletic Centre
  • Latest Polyurethane Surfaced Track
  • Club House with all Facilities, including Weight Room
  • Masseurs and Physiotherapist available
  • Trophy for the Cullen Cup and for Best AV Athlete in each division
  • Awards Night at end of Season

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Jeremy Grey - Club Cross Country Champion (2005, 06, 07, 08)

Club Membership :

Masters (Veterans) :

  • Masters/Veterans: 30 Years and Over. Activity for All Levels of Ability.
  • Novices Encouraged; Run, Walk or Jog.
  • Weekly Competition Thursday Evenings 7.15pm
  • Opportunity to Achieve your Personal Best
  • Encouragement from Experienced Athletes
  • Great Social Atmosphere, Fun, Fitness, Friendship
  • NOTE: Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
  • For more details contact Neville on 9459 7827, email This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it  or turn up on a Thursday evening

Little Athletics :

For information on Coburg Little Athletics, visit http://www.coburglac.com.au today. Note, Coburg Little Athletics is a co-tenant of the Harold Stevens Athletics Field and is not administered by Coburg Harriers. We do however offer special discounts on registration to members of Coburg Little Athletics who wish to compete for the Harriers in Athletics Victoria competition

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 10 December 2008 )
 
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