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Richard Lawysz, Geelong Athletics President, has
won the inaugural Julius L Patching Official of the Year Award
An important message from Don Blyth
Colleagues
I am delighted to advise you that the Chairman of the Officials
Sub-Committee and Education Officer, Richard Lawysz, has won the
inaugural Julius L Patching Official of the Year Award.
The award covers all Olympic sports and Richard won from a strong field
of nominations from other sports.
Richard was presented with the award by Julius Patching at the AGM of
the Victorian Olympic Council on Wednesday night.
Regards
Don
DON BLYTH | OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | ATHLETICS VICTORIA
Congratulations to Richard from everyone involved in
Geelong Athletics on receiving this prestigious award which recognises
his achievements and dedication to the sport of athletics at all levels.

'GJ McDonald Real Estate' Geelong Athletics Cross
Country,
Eastern Park BBQ Rotunda, Sunday, 29nd June 2008 (Full
Results)
by Geoff McDonald
A strong wind and rain did not help runners performing
at their best over 3.5km or 7km through Eastern Park and on the walk
path on Sunday in the GJ McDonald & Co. Real Estate Cross Country run.
Jackson Hamill-Beach continued his domination of the junior one lap run
followed by Bevan Shelley whilst Madeline Crawford led the female field
to be first across the line. Samantha Sloss took line honours over the
longer distance.
Greg Steenvoorden has continued to improve throughout the season and he
took line honours in the senior one lap run with Sharon Hockley being
the first female across the line. Whilst Rick Hajduk easily won the two
lap senior racen there was a close struggle for second place between
Mario Profaca and new season runner Richard Bobholz with Mario beating
Richard by 14 secs. Karen Wood took line honours in the female section.
Sharon Hockley has improved immensely since starting walking last season
at Twilight Trot. She is now running the cross country courses and her
training mid week is paying off. Congratulations Sharon.
Congratulations to Madeline Crawford – 150km, Allan Wishart - 200km,
Debbie Shelley – 250km & Chris Colley 550km for achieving milestones.
A special achievement award was made to Michael Panckridge for reaching
1000km with the Club.
The next run will be held next Sunday (6th July) at Deakin University at
the Baseball Pavilion commencing at 1.15pm. Participants have a choice
of either 3.8km or 7.6km run on the exercise path course. Everyone is
welcome to join us. For further information please contact Geoff or Mary
McDonald on 5229 3920.
ATHLETICS VICTORIA CROSS COUNTRY RELAYS: JELLS
PARK, 19th APRIL

On a beautiful autumn afternoon, a small, but dedicated
Geelong Region crew tackled many other teams in the first race of the
Athletics Victoria Cross Country season. At the sun-soaked picturesque
Jells Park, four Geelong teams competed in the Cross Country Relay
competition.
In their defence of last year’s Premiership, the Division One Men’s team
were always likely to be victorious fielding a team boasting two current
Olympians in Craig Mottram and Lee Troop. Brett Coleman (18.56) got the
team off to a solid start, while Michael McNaughton (19.25) and Andre La
Gerche (18.59) consolidated the position to hand over to Lee, who ran
beautifully to record a time of 17.23 minutes. Sandwiched between the
two Australian Beijing representatives, Colin Thornton (18.55) put in a
fine performance placing Craig into third position at the start of the
final leg. It was great to see the crowd appreciate the free flowing
running of Craig Mottram as he burned up the Jells Park course to record
a sizzling time of 16.39 minutes for the 6km and take Geelong to a
famous victory.
Unfortunately, due to an illness to Freyja Troop, the Women’s Division
One team were unable to field a full team, however Kristen Wyatt
(22.31), Cathryn Hoare (25.31) and a new recruit to the Division One
team this year, Eliesha Byrt (32.01), all ran strongly in the very warm
conditions.
Five of the six Junior Women team members ran for the first time in the
Geelong singlet (or crop top). In the Under 16 Women’s team, Clare
Hodgson (11.45) ran a slick time to pass over to newcomers Wendy Parish
(12.17) and Shantelle Maurer (13.13) to finish in a creditable 7th
position. This is a fine achievement considering both Wendy and
Shantelle are eligible for the Under 14 age group. Thanks girls, for
being so willing to help us field a team we otherwise would not have
had.
In the Women’s Under 14 competition, the combination of Jmara
Hockley-Samon (11.31), Darcie Verstraten (12.02) and younger sister
Claudia Verstraten (11.32), managed to win a bronze medal in their first
outing for the Geelong team, which was an excellent effort – well done
girls.
Thanks must also go to Lyn Taylor and Peter Samon for fulfilling the
important role of duty officials for AV and to Andrew Hodgson and Jack
Verstraten for managing the junior teams.
Geelong Region Team Awards: JELLS PARK RELAYS
Junior Women
2 votes: Jmara Hockley-Samon
2 votes: Claudia Verstraten
1 vote: Wendy Parish
1 vote: Shantelle Maurer |
Senior Women
3 votes: Kristen Wyatt 3 votes
2 votes: Cathryn Hoare
1 vote: Eliesha Byrt |
Senior Men
3 votes: Craig Mottram
2 votes: Lee Troop
1 vote: Colin Thornton |
BUSH INN AWARD:
This award goes to Colin Thornton, who made himself available for this
race only five days after the birth of his first child. Colin may also
have felt under some pressure as he was the “meat in the sandwich”,
linking our two Olympians together in the relay. Colin, we hope you
enjoy your meal at the Bush Inn.


“GJ McDONALD & CO. REAL ESTATE” GEELONG ATHLETICS
CROSS COUNTRY (CALENDAR
OF EVENTS)
Maintain your health fitness during the winter months by running,
jogging or walking with Geelong Athletics cross country.
There is always a run of 3km and a longer distance of 5 or more
kilometres.
Everyone is welcome to participate – juniors to veterans.
Fees : -
Seniors - $3 per run.
Juniors – 18 years and under - $2 per run.
Family – 2 or more participants - $2 each per run.
Runs commence at 1.15pm.
Spot prizes will be awarded each week. At the end of the season prizes
will be presented to winners in various age groups.
If you are interested in participating and would like further
information please telephone Geoff or Mary McDonald Ph. 5229 3920.
EVENT SPONSORS :-
GJ McDonald &Co Real Estate is our principal sponsor for the 2008
season.
Charles Crawford & Sons Funeral Directors is a senior sponsor of the
event.
Geelong Athletics wishes to thank its sponsors. Please support them.
Upcoming events:
Geelong Athletics Cross Country, Deakin University Baseball Pavilion,
Sunday 6th July
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