The 2022 Peter Doody Cup takes place this Tuesday August 30 at 8pm and is the concluding round of the 2022 Lord Mayor of Raheny two mile series. Entry is open online for the race at €7 (Bottom of page). There are prizes on the night for the first three men and women and the winner of each men’s and women’s age category. Light refreshments are available after the race….
Carmel Ward won the Longford marathon in three hours eight minutes and 44 seconds, finishing 13th overall. Ward was always in control of the women’s race and finished some 10 minutes clear of second placed Lisa Crowley. Sean Kelly was the first Raheny athlete home in the Antrim coast half-marathon clocking 66:51. Kelly was followed home by Eoin Keegan 77:47, Barry Meehan 82:50, Garreth Hogan 88:43 and Wal McConnell 91:41. Brian…
Another good day at the Tullamore half-marathon incorporating the famous Quinlan Cup and Leinster half-marathon championship. Robert Frewen led the team home in 10th place clocking 74:13 followed by Ian McConkey in 76:27, Eric Champ 77:52 and Chris Quaid 79:49. The team scored 111 points and were beaten on count back for the silver medal by Mullingar Harriers. Host club Tullamore Harriers won the Quinlan Cup and Leinster championship with…
Chapters book store on Parnell Street is now stocking the book Green, White and Green. Thanks to Chapters and new owner Michael Finucane for allowing this. The book recounts the history of the club’s senior Irish internationals. It also features the club’s early history, interviews with athletes and early and rare photos. Over 60 internationals including five Olympians and two Paralympians. Other shops stocking the book will be announced in…