Today marked the return of the Onehunga High School Cross Country event after a seven-year hiatus, bringing students together for a full day of competition, fitness, and school spirit.
Students from Years 9–13 took part in races held throughout the school day, with students gathering under the gym seating area ahead of their events, creating an energetic and supportive atmosphere across the school. Year 9 students began the programme during Period 1, followed by Year 10 races in Period 3, while senior students completed the event during Period 5.
The return of Cross Country is an important step in rebuilding school traditions and encouraging participation, fitness, resilience and pride. Staff played an important role throughout the day, helping supervise students and ensuring the event ran smoothly and safely.
Year 9 Champions
- Girls: 1st – Mila Hockley, 2nd – Zoe Grant, 3rd – Greer Kilpatrick
- Boys: 1st – Mustafa Mosavi, 2nd – Elijah Rowe, 3rd – Matthew Matsas
Year 10 Champions
- Girls: 1st – Daley Myks, 2nd – Rosalynn Grange, 3rd – Anna Baird
- Boys: 1st – Gio Minano, 2nd – Xavier Leggat, 3rd – Wiremu Bernard
Senior Champions
- Girls: 1st – Sarah Hellyer, 2nd – Livvy Matsas, 3rd – Dionne Carnachan
- Boys: 1st – Luke Kilpatrick, 2nd – Reese Kilpatrick, 3rd – Abdolwahid Haidari
Premier 1st Team Champions
- Girls 1st XI
Well done to all students who participated and gave their best effort on the course, including our Principal, who also took part in the event.
