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	Brimbank Park Cross Country - Saturday 31 July

Budoora raised over $2,000 for the club . . . . thanks again to everyone who assisted and made this such a successful day

Hannah is 5 months old

Not sure where the time has gone!

This week she rolled a number of times from her back to her front and is scooting across the room on her back, pushing with her legs! Here are some latest pics of Hannah:

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Hope you are all well.

Kate

Bundoora Park - Saturday 17 July

Thank you to everyone who assisted on Saturday either in the canteen, on the BBQ, on course or preparing for the day. It was a very big day for the club and we survived.

Thanks Patrick for some photos from the men's open and women's U20 races and Jenny for the BBQ shots. See all photos in the photo gallery.

Ben winning the Run Melbourne half marathon - Sunday 18 July

David Baxter 1977 - 2010

The Doncaster Athletic Club has lost one of its greatest athletes and finest people. David Baxter lost his brave fight with cancer on July 2^nd. DAC wishes to pass on its deepest sympathies to David’s mum Gillian Baxter, and his wife Judith.

The term champion is often overused when talking of sportspeople, but with David this was the perfect description. He represented Australia at the 1996 World Junior Championships, 1997 and 2001 University Games, 1998 World Cup, 1999 World Championships, 1999 World Indoors and the 2002 Commonwealth Games where he won a Bronze medal in the 4 x 100m relay team. He was also the 1995 and 1996 National Junior Champion over 100m. He is the current club record holder for the 100m (10.3 secs) and 200m (20.57 secs).

But there was far more to David than a truly elite athlete. He was a wonderful role model who was immensely generous with his advice and encouragement of others, as well as his commitment to the Club off the track. David was a much loved friend to so many at DAC and across the sport of track and field.

Many coaches have said David was one of the most gifted athletes they had ever seen, leaving no stone unturned in endeavouring to reach the pinnacle of the sport. David represented the Doncaster Athletic Club, Victoria and Australia with excellence, pride and honour.

Rest in Peace David. You were an outstanding athlete and an outstanding person who will be sadly missed by all.

The Executive, Committee, Officials, Coaches and Members of the Doncaster Athletic Club.

Dave at the track in November 2005. Dave is on the left. Herald Sun Wednesday 21 July 2010

Katherine K striving for New Delhi

As winter training and racing continues for some and others are having a well earned break, keep DAC athlete Katherine Katsenavakis in mind as she is pursuing a qualifying time to be included in the National Team for the Commonwealth Games.

Last weekend Kath was on the Gold Coast competing and plans to go back in a couple of weeks. While there Kath ran a PB of 2:02.89, a 'B' qualifier for the Games. Now we have to wait while AA makes it's final selections.

Previously Kath travelled to Korea where she ran 2:03.??.

Please keep Kath in mind as she pursues her dream and offer any encouragement you can when you see her around.

Thinking of Joining DAC???

Doncaster Athletic Club has a lot to offer people of all ages interested in athletics.

Click here to view our fully equipped gymnasium overseen by Adam Robertson, a qualified strength and conditioning coach. Click here to see what our home track looks like. Click here to see the coaches that members are welcome to use.

Or simply click on the 'About DAC' link (above) or 'Join DAC here' button (above) to see our fees and joining process.

Calling anyone interested in officiating

Attached for your information is a flyer detailing the Level C Officials courses for 2010.

And just received, details of Level B Officials courses for 2010 are here.

If you're interested in becoming an official or moving from level C to level B, please contact Ivan or Charmaine or simply approach Don at AV directly.

Level Course Date Time Date Applications Close

B Throws Monday 2 August 6:00-10:00p.m. Thursday 29 July

B Jumps Monday 16 August 6:00-10:00p.m. Thursday 12 August

C Throws Monday 30 August 6:00-9:00p.m. Friday 20 August

B Track Monday 6 September 6:00-10:00p.m. Thursday 2 September

C Jumps Monday 13 September 6:00-9:00p.m. Friday 3 September

C Track Monday 27 September 6:00-9:00p.m. Friday 17 September

All sessions are held at Olympic Park

Preparing for Winter Cross Country season

Season Calendar - CLICK HERE

Upcoming Club Events

Due to the onset of Autumn our lawn bowls evening. has been postponed till Spring

Next Committee Meeting - Monday 16 August 2010

Your committee usually meets at 7:30p.m. on the 2nd Monday of the month. All members are welcome to come along and have their say regarding the running of the club.