Top ten success at Auckland Schools Orienteering Sprint Championships

The championships marked the conclusion of Auckland’s school sprint series, which included five zone events: south, east, north, west and central. This year, the format saw a change with the addition of a park sprint at Barry Curtis Park.

After five weeks of competition, 37 Macleans College students qualified for the championship round. Top-performing students from across Auckland came together to test their skills in both the physical and mental challenges of sprint orienteering.

The championship race was split across two venues. The morning race was held at Macleans College, while the afternoon race took place at Saint Kentigern College. Although Macleans College students were familiar with the morning course, it remained demanding. The route included bush sections in Macleans Park, leading runners through unfamiliar tracks. Despite the difficulty, several Macleans College students placed in the top ten during the morning event.

The afternoon race at Saint Kentigern College presented a different challenge. The campus featured open, scenic fields but also complex areas, including multiple levels and complex courtyards. These elements made for a fun yet demanding course.