ROAD TO THE GOLD COAST
A marathon build is a project in itself — one that requires dedication, passion, and relentless effort. This year, Black Sheep is excited to support some of Australia’s finest elite amateur runners and clubs as they prepare for Australia’s biggest marathon and running festival, the Gold Coast Marathon. We’ll be on the ground with Black Sheep’s Halfway House for Shakeout Runs, exclusive merchandise, and comprehensive race-day support. Additionally, we are thrilled to introduce our brand-new Marathon Project singlets, crafted with precision and innovation from our Fly Range to provide unmatched comfort and performance.
Custom Run As One GC24 Fly Singlet and Men's Fly Shorts 3" in Midnight.
THE ATHLETES
From the remarkable Cocks brothers to Australia’s fastest active-duty soldier, Black Sheep is proud to support an exceptional group of athletes. Riley and Jacob Cocks are leading figures in Australian distance running. Company sergeant Kieren Perkins exemplifies the chaotic balance elite amateur runners face. Zoe Toland, a 26-year-old rising star from Adelaide and Clinical Exercise Physiologist, embodies the drive and excellence that the Marathon Project champions.
Riley is wearing the Men's Fly Singlet in Miami and Men's Fly Shorts 3" in Midnight.
RILEY COCKS
Riley Cocks is an elite distance runner and coach from Adelaide, holding a personal best of 62:43 for the half marathon. He has represented Australia at the World University Games and holds the South Australian state record for the half marathon. Riley coaches over 500 athletes through his business RunAsOne, leveraging his extensive experience and background in physiotherapy.
JACOB COCKS
Jacob Cocks, an elite runner and teacher from Adelaide, boasts a personal best of 63:57 for the half marathon. He won the Adelaide Marathon in 2021 and continues to improve his times in various distance events. Jacob is passionate about coaching and writing for the RunAsOne community.
Jacob is wearing the Men's Fly Singlet in Broadwater Blue and Men's Half Tight in Acid (coming soon).
Zoe is wearing the Women's Fly Singlet in Broadwater Blue and Women's Dry Shorts 4" in Victoria Blue.
ZOE TOLAND
Zoe Toland, from Adelaide, has a personal best of 34:30 in the 10km, achieved at the 2023 Athletics SA State Championships. At 26, she balances her running career with her profession as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and is known for her positive energy and competitive spirit.
KIEREN PERKINS
Kieren Perkins, based in Brisbane as a full-time firefighter with the Queensland Fire Department, is an accomplished runner with a personal best of 64:50 for the half marathon. Kieren is also an active Army Reservist, currently working on the Run Army 2025 Race Committee and providing mentoring through the Run Army program. He combines his full-time shift work duties with a rigorous training schedule.
Kieren wearing the Men's Fly Singlet in Flame and Men's Dry Shorts in Black (coming soon).
THE CLUBS
Supporting running clubs is a cornerstone of the Marathon Project. These clubs are the breeding grounds for talent, dedication, and community spirit, and they play a pivotal role in the development of Australia’s running culture.
The marathon route goes from Southport to Burleigh, with the halfway point at Mermaid Beach. Enter the Halfway House: a multi-pronged takeover by Alfred's Apartment and Black Sheep. On Friday morning, July 5th, join us for the Shakeout Run (open to all) at Alfred’s flagship coffee and retail shop in Mermaid Beach, and a tent-city at the start finish line in Southport. Strictly invite only. Keep scrolling.
ALFRED’S x BLACK SHEEP SHAKEOUT
Friday, July 5th, at 9 AM for a 30-minute Shakeout Run with RunAsOne, BERT, and Hunter Athletics at Alfred's Apartment in Mermaid Beach. FREE coffee & Pillar Performance post run. Fresh Marathon Project collection & Limited Alfred's APT x Black Sheep Tee's hot off the press (literally from Ripple Print House himself) will be available. See you there.
