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Lauriston Girls’ School - Handbook 2026

Welcome to 2026 Track & Field

Welcome to Track & Field for 2026. At Lauriston, our program encompasses all track and field disciplines including sprints, middle- and long-distance running, hurdles, jumps and throws providing a comprehensive training foundation for our diverse competition schedule throughout Term 3.

Whether your objective is to enhance your personal fitness or to represent the school at the elite level in GSV and Athletics Victoria competitions, we offer an inclusive and differentiated program tailored to all ability levels. Our program is designed to develop speed, strength and technical skill, whilst fostering a collaborative team environment.

We look forward to supporting your athletic development and seeing you at training this season.

Athletics Coaches and Captains

Coaches Discipline Contact Information

Sam Clark Sprints clarksa@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Karen Moir Distance moirka@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Coordinator

Liam Lovett Head of Carnival Sports lovettli@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Lauriston Captains

Finley Tarrant Sprints tarrantfi@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Zahara Dvir Distance dvirza@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Training Session Requirements

In Term 3, we offer three specialist athletics sessions per week.

Attendance Policy

To ensure adequate preparation and progression, it is a requirement that all athletes attend a minimum of two sessions weekly. Please note that students also must have Consent2Go completed and accepted. All questions related to sign-ups and Consent2Go, please contact Mr Liam Lovett (lovettli@lauriston.vic.edu.au)

Attendance Notifications

If you are unable to meet this requirement, please notify Sam directly via email.

Prompt Commencements

For our Wednesday and Friday morning sessions, training starts at 6:30 am sharp. This allows us to complete the full technical program & warm-up. Strength and Conditioning Sessions

It is also recommended that students attend at least one strength and conditioning session with Tom Foulds our head of Strength and conditioning to reduce injury risk and manage running load. If you have any questions regarding S&C, please contact Tom via email (fouldsth@lauriston.vic.edu.au).

Strength and Conditioning Sessions

It is also encouraged that students attend at least one strength and conditioning session with Tom Foulds, our Head of Strength and Conditioning, to reduce injury risk and manage running load. If you have any questions regarding S&C, please contact Tom via email (fouldsth@lauriston.vic.edu.au).

Training Absence

If you are absent for a session and wish to complete a session in your own time, please email Sam or Karen who will provide you with a supplement session.

Our Training Schedule

Time 3:10pm – 5:30pm 6:30am – 7:45am 6:30am – 7:45am

Location Duncan Mackinnon Reserve Kooyong Park Duncan Mackinnon Reserve

Transportation Students will be transported to and from Duncan Mackinnon via bus.

Please email Sam if you are being picked up from the venue at the completion of the session.

Students will meet in the Sir Zelman Cowen car park and leave their bags on the bus.

Students will be transported from the venue back to Lauriston via bus.

Students will meet at Duncan Mackinnon and will be transported from the venue back to Lauriston via bus.

Scheduled Practice Meets

In addition to our training schedule, we also offer PB meets which are internal against other GSV schools in preparation for GSV Athletics. Students are required to attend a minimum of 1 of the following PB meets before the preliminary GSV carnival day

Day Tuesday, 21st July Tuesday, 28th July

Time 3:10pm – 5:30pm 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Location Sandringham Athletics Track Sandringham Athletic Track

Transportation Students will be transported to and from the venue via bus.

Please ensure it is outlined in your Consent2Go permission if you are being picked up from the venue at the completion of the session.

Training & Cancellation of Sessions

Sessions are only cancelled in the event of hail and/or electrical storms. Notifications of cancellations will be communicated via Clipboard.

An email will also be sent out to students and parents by 6:15 am for any cancellation of morning sessions.

Please note: Sessions will still run in the event of light rain.

Extreme Weather Policies

In line with Athletics Australia’s Weather Policy; Lightning, Heat, Air Quality, Rain/Wind protocols will be followed.

Uniform & Footwear

Uniform

For training sessions, students will be required to arrive in appropriate Lauriston sports uniform. For GSV and Athletics Victoria competition days, students will be required to wear the Lauriston Athletics/X-Country singlet. In addition to promoting our team, students will also be provided with a ribbon.

If you do not own the Lauriston Singlet, the Lauriston Athletics/Cross-Country singlet is available for purchase via the Bob Stewart online store.

For the first time this year, we are also offering a Lauriston Training top. For further information, please contact Sam Clark to order one.

Footwear

To minimise the risk of foot and ankle injuries, it is essential that students arrive in appropriate running footwear. As sessions take place on both track and grass surfaces, a supportive, stable running shoe is required.

To support optimal performance and comfort, we encourage that students invest in their own track spikes. Although we maintain a shared supply of spikes, stock is limited and may not accommodate for all participants. Equipping students with their own pair helps facilitate a more seamless transition during training and competition days.

For specific brand or type recommendations, please contact Sam Clark or Karen Moir

Competitions

House Athletics (Term 2)

Week 5: Friday 22nd May (8:30am – 2:30pm). All students in years 7-12 will participate in selected events at Duncan Mackinnon Reserve.

It is imperative that athletes intending to compete in GSV Athletics participate in the House Athletics event, as these results are formally recorded and utilised for GSV team selection.

GSV Athletics (Term 3)

GSV Athletics is split up into two primary competitions, our preliminary and championship competition

2026 Preliminary Athletics Carnival:

Day / Date Thursday 13th August – Week 5

Time 10:00am

Location Lakeside stadium, Albert Park

2026 Track & Field Championships Carnivals:

Day / Date Tuesday 25h August – Thursday 27th August – Week 6

Time Division 3: Tuesday 25th August

Division 2: Wednesday 26th August

Division 1: Thursday 27th August

TBC – Depending on qualification

Location Lakeside stadium, Albert Park

2026 GSV Athletics Finals Evening:

Day / Date Tuesday 8th September – Week 6

Time 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Location Lakeside stadium, Albert Park

Athletics Victoria & Australia Competitions

Competition 2026 Uncloud Victorian All Schools Track Relay Championships

2026 Uncloud Victorian Schools Challenge

2026 Uncloud Victorian All Schools Track & Field Championships

Day / Date Wednesday 2nd September Thursday 10th September October 1st – October 4th

Time 12:30pm – 9:00pm 10:00am – 7:00pm 8:00am – 3:00pm

Location

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park, VIC 3206

Competition 2026 CHEMIST WAREHOUSE

AUSTRALIAN ATHELTICS ALL SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park, VIC 3206

2026 AUSTRALIAN ATHLETICS SCHOOLS CHALLENGE

Day / Date Friday 4th December – Sunday 6th December Sunday 23rd August

Time 9:00am – 4:00pm 9:00am – 4:00pm

Location WA Athletics Stadium, Perth, Western Australia WA Athletics Stadium, Perth, Western Australia

Please note:

• Participation in the Victorian All Schools Track Relay Championships and Individual All Schools Track & Field Championships is based on selection for designated students. Individual invitations will be issued to students

• Participation in the National Grade events will require selection via results at the Victorian All Schools Track & Field Championships

Athlete Wellness & Safety

Injury Management

At Lauriston, load management and the long-term development of student athletes is our top priority. Given the demanding nature of middle- and long-distance running, it is essential that students report any injury to our coaching team.

To mitigate any pre-existing injuries at our training sessions; our coaching team are more than happy to modify or recommend changes to training load. In addition, coaches will ensure adequate screening is taken place at training and recommend seeking a professional opinion if required.

Nutrition

At Lauriston, we recognise that well-planned eating practises are fundamental to an athlete’s ability to train effectively, remain injury-free, and perform at their best.

Nutrition is not just about fuelling effectively for competition; it is critical for long-term athletic development.

Core Principles of Athlete Nutrition

To support the demands of running, athletes should focus on the following areas:

1. Optimal energy availability

2. Strategic Recovery

3. Hydration

As part of our commitment to athlete education, we encourage students and parents to utilise the resources provided by the AIS Nutrition portal. This resource offers performance nutrition models, evidence-based recipes and supplement guidance.

By integrating these standards, we aim to empower our athletes to take ownership of their preparation to fuel their cross-country journey towards their personal best.

Running tip: New research has recently found that the best post-training refuelling supplement is Chocolate Milk! It’s 3:1 Carbohydrate: Protein ratio makes it a suitable option post- training

2026 Lauriston Track & Field Dates

Date Time Location

Term 2

Training/Competition

Monday, 15th June 3:10pm – 5:00pm The Tan XCR/ T&F Training

Wednesday, 17th June 6:30am – 8:00am Kooyong Park XCR/ T&F Training

Friday, 19th June 6:30am – 8:00am St Kevin’s Tooronga Playing fields XCR/ T&F Training

Monday, 22nd June 3:10pm – 5:00pm The Tan XCR/ T&F Training

Wednesday, 24th June 6:30am – 8:00am Kooyong Park XCR/ T&F Training Holiday Training

Wednesday 15th July 9:30am – 11:00am Duncan Mackinnon Reserve Holiday T&F Training

Friday 17th July 9:30am – 11:00am Duncan Mackinnon Reserve Holiday T&F Training

Monday, 20th July 9:00am – 11:30am St Kevin’s Tooronga Playing Fields Holiday T&F Training

Term 3

Tuesday, 21st July 3:10pm – 5:30pm Sandringham Athletics Track T&F Training Meet

Wednesday, 22nd July 6:45am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Friday, 24th July 6:45am – 8:00am Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Monday, 27th July 3:10pm – 5:30pm Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Tuesday, 28th July 3:10pm – 5:30pm Sandringham Athletics Track T&F Training Meet

Wednesday, 29th July 6:45am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Friday, 31st July 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday, 3rd August 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Wednesday, 5th August 6:45am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Friday, 7th August 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday, 10th August 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Wednesday, 12th August 6:45am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Thursday, 13th August 7:15am – 3:30pm Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park Preliminary C Track & Field Carnival

Friday, 14th August 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday, 17th August 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Wednesday, 19th August 6:30am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Friday, 21st August 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday, 24th August 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Tuesday, 25th August TBC

Wednesday, 26th August TBC

Thursday, 27th August TBC

Friday, 28th August 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday, 31st August 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Wednesday, 2nd September 12:30pm – 9:00pm

Friday, 4th September 6:30am – 7:45am

Monday, 7th September 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Tuesday, 8th September 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park Div 3 Track & Field

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park Div 2 Track & Field

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park Div 1 Track & Field

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park All Schools Track Relay Championships

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training

Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park GSV T&F Finals Evening

Wednesday, 9th September 6:30am – 7:45am Kooyong Park T&F Training

Thursday, 10th September 10:00am – 7:00pm Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park Victorian Schools Challenge

Friday, 11th September 6:45am – 8:00am

Monday 14th September 3:10pm – 5:30pm

Friday, 18th September 6:45am – 8:00am

Duncan Mackinnon Reserve T&F Training