Peninsula XC

Our second year as a combined program was even better than the first, with dormant friendships reignited and new friendships forged. Plus, lots of new faces to join in on the fun. Four great clubs coming together to provide variety and an abundance of competition.

The season consisted of 9 points rounds, 3 at each venue (Seaford North Primary School in Seaford, Ballam Park Athletics Track in Frankston and Conifers Picnic Ground in Mount Martha) and we saw more than 100 athletes each week. There were lots of close finishes and plenty of loud cheering as those who struggled towards the end were spurred on to finish the race.

But what im most proud of is something our #Seaford99 Community do better than anyone else. The encouragement and support for those we are competing alongside, oftentimes going out and running with team mates even when their own race is finished, just so they are not alone and can keep going. This behaviour reflects a deep empathy and compassion for others and it’s a quality to be admired and applauded.

We finished off the season with a SLAC classic event: the Nominated Times Team Event. This required teams of 4 in any combination of age/gender/ability and included mums and dads as well, running a total of 6 km (or 5.5km if an U6 was included) in relay format, with the Team running closest to the time they nominated being declared the WINNER! It’s a fun way for everyone to finish off the season and this year a Frankston team one, consisting of 3 Little Athletes and 1 Dad. Well done FLAC 👏👏👏

And let’s not forget our SLACers Running Club, who attracted more competitors this Season, with parents from ALL centres registering and running the courses. Some experienced runners, others trying to get their mojo back. But all, lacing up their shoes and enjoying the competition in true SLACer style.

WHAT A SEASON!

Catherine Laird

President 2025-26