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What is the Victorian Athletic League?
The Victorian Athletic League (VAL) organises professional running events across Victoria, Australia. The most famous of these events is the Stawell Gift which has been run since 1878, but there are many other Gift meetings run across Victoria. The 2nd of February 2008 saw the introduction of professional athletics in New Zealand when Wanganui held the first VAL meeting at the world class facility at Cooks Gardens. The event was significant as it has the potential to grow to other centres.
What is handicapped racing?
Handicapped racing is designed to ensure every athlete has a chance to win. This means athletes are allocated a handicap according to their ability. The fastest runner is placed on a back mark and gives a start to slower runners. This ensures that racing is close and exciting, with spectacular finishes. From a spectator’s perspective this is great entertainment especially with the athletes wearing coloured bibs indicating their ability.
Who can run with the Victorian Athletic League?
Competition is open to anyone over 15 years old. Veteran athletes are over 35. The handicap system ensures that anyone can be successful. If you compete in athletics, play football, basketball, netball, soccer, enjoy staying in shape or you want to get in shape, then racing with the VAL is ideal for you.
How do I register?
Go to www.val.org.au and click on “How to join” at the top of the home page. You will see a registration form, simply download this fill it out and mail it. All information required for registration is on this form.
NB All New Zealanders can register free of charge.
How do I enter?
This information is supplied on the registration form.
New advertising opportunity
There is a great opportunity for advertising in the event programme, which is distributed to all competitors from New Zealand and Australia, and available to all spectators at the event. The programme is in A5 format and the costs are below:
Quarter page - $250
Half page - $500
Full page - $1000
Sponsorship opportunities
There are also opportunities for sponsorship of specific races, which provide great exposure opportunities to participating organisations. To obtain further information on these advertising and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Cooks Gardens
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or telephone Heather McKenzie on 027 332 4946
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