November 25, 2024

The First Edition of the Cross Country will be held on Saturday the 7th December, 2024, starting at 3:00pm at the Fitness Trail, Roche Caiman.

Categories are for both male and female.

  • 2Km for under 16 male and female
  • 4Km for under 18 male and female
  • 6Km for under 20 female
  • 8Km for under 20 male
  • 10Km for senior male and female
  • 6Km for female master
  • 8Km for male master

Please contact the SAF office for the registration on Tel: 4225968


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October 25, 2024

In loving memory of Mr. Selby Dora, Chairperson of the Seychelles Athletics Federation Executive Committee from 1998 up to 22nd September 2024.

It was with profound sadness that we learned of Mr. Dora’s passing which will undoubtedly leave a huge void in the local Athletics community and Seychelles Sports in General.

Mr. Dora was one of, if not the longest – serving sports administrator of any local Federation or Association. First elected as Chairman of the Seychelles Athletics Federation (SAF) in 1998. Mr. Dora, until his demise on the 22nd September 2024 was serving his 26th year at the helm of the SAF following his reelection early during the year, earning him an additional two-year mandate.

Mr. Dora will be remembered for his long-standing dedication to the local athletics community and his commitment to develop and grow athletics in the country.

His absence will be deeply felt within the athletics community, and we will continue to remember his legacy.

During this sad time, our thoughts are with his family and the local athletics community.

May his spirit continue to inspire and guide us in our shared love for Athletics.


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October 25, 2024

In loving memory of Mr. Selby Dora, Chairperson of the Seychelles Athletics Federation Executive Committee from 1998 up to 22nd September 2024.

It was with profound sadness that we learned of Mr. Dora’s passing which will undoubtedly leave a huge void in the local Athletics community and Seychelles Sports in General.

Mr. Dora was one of, if not the longest – serving sports administrator of any local Federation or Association. First elected as Chairman of the Seychelles Athletics Federation (SAF) in 1998. Mr. Dora, until his demise on the 22nd September 2024 was serving his 26th year at the helm of the SAF following his reelection early during the year, earning him an additional two-year mandate.

Mr. Dora will be remembered for his long-standing dedication to the local athletics community and his commitment to develop and grow athletics in the country.

His absence will be deeply felt within the athletics community, and we will continue to remember his legacy.

During this sad time, our thoughts are with his family and the local athletics community.

May his spirit continue to inspire and guide us in our shared love for Athletics.


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October 25, 2024

OBITUARY

 

In loving memory of Mr. Selby Dora, Chairperson of the Seychelles Athletics Federation Executive Committee from 1998 up to 22nd September 2024.

It was with profound sadness that we learned of Mr. Dora’s passing which will undoubtedly leave a huge void in the local Athletics community and Seychelles Sports in General.

Mr. Dora was one of, if not the longest – serving sports administrator of any local Federation or Association. First elected as Chairman of the Seychelles Athletics Federation (SAF) in 1998. Mr. Dora, until his demise on the 22nd September 2024 was serving his 26th year at the helm of the SAF following his reelection early during the year, earning him an additional two-year mandate.

Mr. Dora will be remembered for his long-standing dedication to the local athletics community and his commitment to develop and grow athletics in the country.

His absence will be deeply felt within the athletics community, and we will continue to remember his legacy.

During this sad time, our thoughts are with his family and the local athletics community.

May his spirit continue to inspire and guide us in our shared love for Athletics


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October 10, 2024

According to officials records a total of 40 runners out of 44 who registered started the above mentioned semi marathon that took place Sunday 22nd September, 2024, starting 6:30am, Anse Royale/Anse Baleine.

There were 19 female runners and 25 male runners for the different categories.

The 21K, semi marathon organizing committee are vails of this opportunity to thank all of many partners, including the runners and the motorists who in one way or another contributed to the successful organization of the 21K, semi marathon, and the previous races.



September 16, 2024

The last Road Race in the 4 Road Race Series for 2024 is the 21K. The Seychelles Athletics Federation Road Race Organizing Committee is organizing the last Road Race in the Road Race Series for 2024 on Sunday 22nd September, 2024.

The Race which will be run on a new course will start from Anse Royale/Anse Baleine via the High way to finish at Stad Popiler.

The starting time of the race will be 6:30AM.

For runners who will need transport from Victoria to get to the starting point at Anse Royale/Anse Baleine, a transport will be available at the Stad Popiler, leaving at 5:00am.

For those Runners, they must ensure that their personal belongings are clearly label, should they require the assistance of the driver whilst they are participating in the race.

For the race there will be three (3) new age categories for both genders below:

Junior category: 18-19

Senior category: 20-39

Master category: 40 and over

 

For each of the 3 categories, the revised financial incentives is as follows

JUNIOR 18-19

1ST – SR3,500

2ND –SR 3,000

3RD – SR2,500

4TH – SR2,000

5TH  – SR1,500

 

SENIOR 20-39

1ST – SR5,000

2ND – SR4,000

3RD –SR3,500

4TH – SR3,000

5TH – SR2,000

MASTER 40 YEARS AND OVER

1ST – SR3,500

2ND –SR 3,000

3RD – SR2,500

4TH – SR2,000

5TH  – SR1,500

 

 Note: For any record improved, the Runner will be eligible for additional financial incentives in accordance with SAF Policy on Incentives for Record breaking.

Deadline for registration is Thursday 19th, September,2024.

For additional information contact, 4225958 (SAF, Secretariat Office).

The Road Race Organizing Committee looks forward to the usual participation of runners, collaboration with its partners, including the motorist during the 21K race.



August 30, 2024

51 Runners started the 3rd Edition of the 5K and 10K Road Race Series for 2024

According to official records a total of 51 runners out of 73 who registered started the above mentioned race that took place Saturday 24th August, 2024, starting at 3pm.

For the 10K Race, there were 7 female runners and 20 male runners for different categories

For the 5K Race, there were 8 female runners and 23 male runners for the different categories

 The Road Race organizing committee are vails of this opportunity to thank all the many partners including the runners and the motorists who in one way or another contributed to the successful organization of the 3rd Edition of the 5K / 10K Road Race Series and the two previous Races.

Note:  The final Road Race on the Federation Calendar for the year is the 21K which will be held on the Sunday 22nd September,2024.  Starting at Anse Royale and ending at ‘Stad Popiler’