Athletic Veterans of Hong Kong
Sadly, John Wakefield one of the early members of AVOHK in the 1980’s and a very active runner during that period, has passed away in Hong Kong at the age of 84 after a long battle with cancer. The picture displays many of the races John took part in. His
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For the first time ever World Athletics has included World Masters short course races in the 2023 World Athletics Cross Country Championships due to be held in Bathurst, Australia over the weekend 18th/19th Feb 2023. Sat 18th Feb – 1030am – 2 person mixed relay race (1 male and 1 female
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As the Cap 599 social distancing restrictions are still in place, we deeply regret that we have to announce the cancellation of the 2023 China Coast Marathon and Half Marathon. We know that many in the running community will be disappointed by this news, especially as a number of large
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Congratulations to AVOHK Club Member Gi Ka Man who competed in the New York Marathon on Sunday 6 th Nov 2022 and finished in a time of 2hrs 41 mins 42 secs (a very steady run for him). This also marked his completion of the Big Six World Marathon Majors and was
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The AVOHK 40th Anniversary Club Handicap 5k race was held on Blacks Link at Wanchai Gap on Saturday, 29th October. The weather was perfect for running with bright, sunny conditions. The runners were handicapped based on their estimated time and the slowest runners estimated time for 5k. The course took
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7TH HK MASTERS TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS Many of our runners will be delighted to hear that the 7th HK Masters Track and Field Championships will go ahead on 27th November and 4th December 2022 at Tin Shui Wai Sports Ground. If you would like to enter as part of
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The Hong Masters Track and Field event is back this year and will be hosted over two weekends 27/Nov/2022 and 4/Dec/2022 at the Tin Shui Wai Sports Ground. For more details see this link. to Enter, please follow this link or the form below. Please ensure payment is made and
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It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of John Casey. John was a very active member of AVOHK and a committee member for many years. He will be missed by many. A funeral service will be held for John on 2nd October and full details have
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It is with a great deal of sadness that we have to report the death of long-time AVOHK member, Mr John Casey. John passed away peacefully on Sunday night with his wife Annky by his side after a brave fight with cancer. John was 73 year’s of age and a
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The AVOHK 40th Anniversary Handicap Run will take place on Blacks Link, starting and finishing at Wan Chai Gap playground on Stubbs Road. Date: 29th October 2022 at 4:00pm The 5k race is open to AVOHK members and is free of charge. Complete the Entry Form with your name, email
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