Overview
Competing with MPAC
There are many opportunities to compete whilst a member of MPAC. From regular Inter-club Comps to unique Specialist Meets, Club Meets and Championship Events, there are a vast array of competition opportunities catering towards athletes regardless of age, gender, disciplines and desired competition level.
Whilst some events focus on team scoring, others are primarily individual, making participation flexible across all formats.
Members can choose how often they compete and which events they take part in, based on their interests, availability and goals.
Events
XCR
XCR is Athletics Victoria’s Winter competition season featuring Cross Country, Road and Relay Events.
There are various race distances throughout the season, and competitions occur across Victoria.
AVSL
AVSL is a Summer Track and Field competition. Athletes represent their club in weekly rounds held at athletics tracks across Victoria.
Championships
Championships are standalone competitions where athletes compete for State and National titles. These events cover a range of disciplines and age groups.
These events represent the highest level of competition within Victoria and Australia.
Specialist meets
Specialist Meets focus on specific disciplines such as distance running, relays or field events. These competitions are ideal for athletes looking to specialise in an event or events.
Categories & Age Groups
In many AV competitions, athletes compete either in age groups or are seeded by time to ensure fair and competitive competition.
Seeding by performance allows athletes across ages to compete at a similar ability level, creating closer competition. It is a great way to explore competition tactics and push for new PBs!
Para athletes may compete within their classification, depending on the event.
Entering events
Entering events occurs through Athletics Victoria, varying slightly depending on competition type. Some events require athletes to enter individually before each round, while others may involve club-managed entries or team selections.
MPAC members are notified of upcoming competitions and entry requirements, and guidance is available for those entering events for the first time.
official event information
Athletics Victoria manages official event calendars, entries, rules and results for all Inter-club competitions and Championship events. These details are updated regularly and provide the most accurate and current information available.
For this reason, MPAC links directly to Athletics Victoria’s official pages for schedules, entry details and competition regulations. Members are encouraged to refer to these sources for the latest updates and event-specific information.
FAQs
Can I choose which events I compete in?
Yes! Competing for MPAC is about participating in a way that suits you and your goals! What you compete in is totally up to you!
How often do competitions run?
Competition frequency varies according to the meet type. Check out the Athletics Victoria website to find out more!
Do I need to be elite to compete?
MPAC welcomes athletes of all standards to compete for the club, and there are an array of competition types to suit how you’d like to participate.