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Adelaide and Loxton High Schools Chase Achilles Cup Glory

South Australian schools prepare for running, jumping and throwing events under the Sports Association for Adelaide Schools and School Sport SA.

By Adelaide Sport Desk · Published 19 July 2026

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The Achilles Cup remains the main high school athletics competition for Adelaide schools, held each year on the last Thursday of September under the Sports Association for Adelaide Schools.

Annual Events Draw Students Across Age Groups

SAAS Athletics includes running, jumping and throwing events for students from Under 13 to Open divisions. Events cover distances from 100m to 3000m along with High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Javelin, Discus and Shot Put. Secondary students in South Australia also take part in the School Sport SA Athletics Track and Field State Championships, which run straight finals in events such as the 100m, 200m and 800m plus field disciplines.

Schools With Established Records

Adelaide High School and Loxton High School keep strong athletics traditions. Adelaide High School holds the state's longest-running sporting exchange, dating to 1910/1913. Loxton High School has been a frequent State Champion at SASSSA Track and Field Championships. Statewide schools competitions remain open to students across Adelaide.

Nominations and Participation Details

Nominations for Term 4 2025 competitions close on 20 August. The listed dates and event formats come directly from the Sports Association for Adelaide Schools and School Sport SA programs. These annual contests give students regular opportunities to compete in track and field across the city and regional schools.

Next Steps for Schools and Students

Schools and families can check the SAAS and School Sport SA sites for entry details and age-group schedules. The structure of events stays consistent year to year, allowing athletes to prepare for the same range of running, jumping and throwing disciplines.