Photo: John O'Connor

Our warmest congratulations go to Claire McNamara who came out on top in the National Senior Indoor Combined Events competition in Nenagh on Saturday last.  The Senior, Junior and Masters Combined Events titles were competed for on the same day and Rachel Finnegan from Craughwell made it a double for the 'Galway Girls' in taking the junior title.

Photo Credit: Daniel Kowalczyk

As usual the Athenry AC Juvenile section organised a fun run for those not yet old enough to take on the challenge of 10km on the roads around Athenry. This is always one of the most enjoyable parts of the day for organisers, spectators and, hopefully, the participants themselves.

Whilst this is not a competitive event the following is a list of finishers. Congratulations to all the children who took part and in particular to Alanna Lally who was first home.

GCH's Gary Thornton set a new course record in today's 8th Fields of Athenry 10km, in an exceptional time of 29:57. Donegal's and Finn Valley's Teresa McGloin took the ladies title ahead of last year's winner Catherine Conway, smashing the course record along the way too. A full report, results, photos and video to follow over the next few days. Thanks to all for participating. Weather permitting, we'll be back to normal on St. Stephen's day later this year!

From The Irish Cancer Society:

 
We are delighted to invite you all to the launch of the
Irish Cancer Society’s ‘Run 4 Life’ Marathon Programme with Derval O’Rourke
World Hurdles Champion

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