Welcome to the Diamond Valley Athletic Club.
Based at Willinda Park in Greensborough, we are one of the largest senior athletic clubs in Victoria.
Our club caters for athletes in the age groups from Under 14 up to Open and Masters (contact the Diamond Valley Little Athletics Centre for Little Athletics).
XCR'12: Balnarring XC
26 DVAC athletes took to the testing Cross Country track around the Balnarring Racecourse.
Club Champs and Handicap comps now updated.
[Results & article]
[]Photos]
[Club Championship]
[Club Handicap]
XCR'12: XC Relays
Sparkling form from the the distance runners at Jells Park for Round 1 of the XCR'12 season.
[Results, photos & article]
National Champs
Ashleigh Hamilton, Monica Brennan and Chris Armet all win medals at the 2012 National Championships.
[more]
March Update #2
It's been a busy couple of weeks - Willinda 10000, VMC, Vic Master Champs.
[more]
King Island Imperial
Rosie and Grant bring back King Island cheese and the experience of a unique run.
[more]
Willinda 10000
Marryann Murray takes line honours in the Willinda 10000, with David Prescott first home for the men.
See March #2 update above for more details.
Vic Masters Relay Champs
The Valley gang brought home 3 golds from 3 events at the Vic Masters Relay Champs.
[more]
Australian Junior Champs
Two gold to Valley runners on last day of champs.
Lara Kolar (pic below) takes the W14 1500m title, while Monica Brennan won the W20 200m crown.
[Results, photos & article]
East Region Post Shield Comp #2
The East region Post-Shield competition was successfully held Willinda Park.
Thanks to all who supported this event!
[Full Results]
Vic Open & Jnr Multis
After a mid competition scare, Chris Armet recovers to snare another Open Gold medal in the High Jump.
And 4 juniors tackle the multi-event champs.
[Results & Article]
Valley Update: March 2012
Chris Armet, Monica Brennan and Ashleigh Hamilton fly the Valley flag at the Melbourne Track Classic.
[March Update]
Hamilton takes Heptathlon title
Ashleigh Hamilton makes it three Heptathlon titles on the trot!
[Article & results]
Vic Junior Champs
Lara Kolar, Ellen Brasier (pic below) and Monica Brennan snare gold on last day of champs.
[Article, Videos & results]
Post Shield Comp #1
Nick Phillips runs a PB in the 800m at the first meet of the special Post-Shield meets.
[full results]
Shield Final
Women U20 and Men U16 win Shield premierships at Lakeside Stadium.
A big win to the women, but a last gasp win by the men in the last event, the 4x400m relay, of the day.
[Article & Results]
[Photos]
[Team Scores]
[Individual Scores]
Adelaide Track Classic
Monica Brennan finished 4th in the 200m in 24.27 into a strong headwind of -3.6m/s.
Sally Pearson was the race winner in 23.11.
Australian All Schools
Emmet Brasier and Cooper Owen take silver and bronze in M14 1500m Walk.
Lara Kolar makes finals in F14 800m and 1500m.
[Results & Article]
Vic Relay Champs
The Valley won 4 medals at the 2011/12 Victorian Relay Championships.
Club records as well.
[Results & Article]
Eltham Fun Run
A number of Diamond Valley and associated athletes took the opportunity to
show the local community what the club is made of.
The Valley Crew took home 3 Gold, 3 Silver and 1 Bronze medal.
[more]
Vic All Schools
Nine DVAC athletes earn the right to represent the Big V at National All Schools.
19 medals and 5 club records in a top week-end at the new Lakeside Stadium.
And Monica Brennan (pic below) sets a World Junior Qualifier in the 200m!
[Results & Article]
Binnak Bowl and XCR'12 Round 3 Info
First club race for the winter is this Saturday 19 May.
Next XCR'12 race is at Flemington on Saturday 26 May.
[Club Event Notes]
[Club Winter Handbook]
Distance Training Program
The May program for the senior (Gary/Rob) distance training group is now available.
[Download]
Great Presentation Night
The new Presentation Night format went off with a bang on Saturday 28 April.
Congrats to all the awared winners. The club welcomes the latest Life Member: Darren Corden.
Might have to book Crown Casino next year to accommodate all those who want to attend!
[Photos]
[Facebook]
Club AGM
Club AGM held on Thursday 26 April. Rob Wendel re-elected president, and all committee positions filled.
[Annual Report]
Relay for Life
The biggest one yet! Willinda Park was awash with colour, walkers, and a few runners!
More to come.
Club fund-raiser: BBQ
Thanks to all that helped at BBQ on Saturday 3rd March at Greensborough Safeway.
Lucky we were sheltered from the rain.
Track Usage Guidelines
Updated guidelines for use of the track now includes a ban on ball games during training times.
[Guidelines]
Congrats to Andrew Stirling
Our esteemed throws coach, Andrew Stirling, is more esteemed.
For Vic Little Aths he recently won "Volunteer of the Year" award, PLUS was runner-up in the "Coach of the Year" category!
Well done Andrew.
Club Merchandise
A great range of the latest season's fashion for looking chic at the races (the running races).
[more]Want to move the club forward?
Would you like to play a part in determining the clubs future?
Would you like to work on it with a committee member and other volunteer team members?
Would you like to be first in to ensure you run with something you enjoy and can add value to?
Below are 4 links to objective briefs to choose from. Send an email to the committee if you have questions or want to log your interest.We would love for you to participate.
[Celebrate] [Shield Capable] [Care for Members] [Cater for All]