Mathieson Cup and Shield XC

JAN
11
2026
Join Mallusk Harriers for the Mathieson Cup and Shield XC on 11 January 2026 at Mallusk Playing Fields, Belfast. Part of the Athletics NI Cross Country League, expect classic off road terrain from flat to hilly and races from 800 m to 8K.
Sun 11 Jan 2026
8 kilometers 6 kilometers

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Event details

The Mathieson Cup and Shield XC takes place on 11 January 2026 at City of Belfast Mallusk Playing Fields, Park Road, Mallusk, BT36 4RH. Mallusk Harriers organise the event. It is part of the Athletics NI Cross Country League. The event is off-road and can include grass or muddy terrain with flat, hilly, or undulating sections. Entries recorded so far: 117 participants.

Races, distances and entry

Race distances and categories:

  • Primary 5 - 7 boys - 800 m
  • Primary 5 - 7 girls - 800 m
  • U13 boys and girls - 2K
  • U15 boys and girls - 4K
  • U17 boys and girls - 6K
  • Senior women and male vets (60+) - 6K
  • Senior men - 8K

The male veteran race is run with the senior women race over 6K. Male athletes can enter from age 45, but veteran winners are declared only for age 60 and over. There are no age category winners for men below 60 in the vets race.

Entry fees:

  • Senior £10.00
  • U17 £4.00
  • U15 £4.00
  • U13 £4.00
  • Primary 5 - 7 £3.00

Entries open 4 December 2025 and close 7 January 2026. Entry requires a SiEntries account. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

8 km
Senior Men - 8k
6 km
Senior Women and Male Vets (60+) - 6k
6 km
U17 Boys and Girls - 6k
U15 Boys and Girls - 4k
U13 Boys and Girls - 2k
Primary 5 - 7 Girls - 800m
Primary 5 - 7 Boys - 800m