Friday Night Competition
Every Friday night is packed with fun, movement and opportunities for every athlete to learn new skills, improve their Personal Bests (PBs) and enjoy athletics with friends.
Our competition follows a fortnightly (2-week) program that includes running, jumping and throwing events suitable for each age group. Athletes are encouraged to participate in as many events as they feel comfortable doing, but it is never compulsory to compete in every event.
Competition Times
Competition Starts
🕡 6:30pm except for Optional Events detailed below.
No athlete should be on the track or near equipment prior to the start of our program. All athletes should meet at the Marshalling Point with your Age Group and Age Group Manager
Before Competition Starts
- Arrive by 6:15pm to allow time to warm up.
- Athletes meet with their Age Group.
- Important announcements and achievements are shared before competition begins.
- Your Age Manager will mark attendance before taking the group to their first event.
How Long Does Competition Last?
Finish times vary depending on age group numbers and the events scheduled for that week.
Typical finish times are:
- Tiny Tots: Approximately 7:30pm
- 6s–10s: Around 7:30–8:00pm
- 11s–17s: Around 8:30–9:00pm
Our 2-Week Competition Program
Prestons Robins Little Athletics Centre runs a 2-week rotating competition program.
Each week features a different combination of events, ensuring athletes experience a wide variety of disciplines throughout the season.
Events include:
- Sprint races
- Middle and long-distance running
- Hurdles
- Race Walking
- Long Jump
- Triple Jump
- High Jump
- Shot Put
- Discus
- Javelin
Optional Events
Some older age groups have optional events that are conducted before the main program.
Week 1 (6:00pm)
- Race Walk (9s and above)
- 200m/300m Hurdles (13s and above)
Week 2 (6:00pm)
- Javelin (11s and above)
These events are optional but are a great opportunity for athletes wishing to experience additional events.
Events by Age Group
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child have to compete in every event?
No. Athletes are encouraged to try all events, but participation in every event is not compulsory.
What happens if it rains?
If competition is cancelled due to weather, that week’s program simply moves to the following Friday.
For example, if Week 1 is cancelled, the next competition will still be Week 1.
Do all age groups do the same events?
No. Events are age appropriate and follow Little Athletics NSW event guidelines.
Older athletes gradually progress to additional events such as hurdles, race walking, javelin and triple jump.
Where can I see what events are on each week?
The current week’s program is shared on our Facebook and Instagram pages before Friday night’s competition.
Can athletes leave early?
Yes. If your athlete is leaving before all of their events are completed, please let your Age Manager know before you leave.
Can parents help?
Absolutely! Parent helpers are essential each Friday night and help events run smoothly. No experience is required—our Age Managers and Committee members will show you what to do.
