Kerry : Results of the Killarney 10 mile - Sat 29th Sept 2018

There was a big drop in numbers for this years Killarney 10 mile race on Saturday the 30th of September with just 135 finishers. That's a drop of 38% on last year and half of what it was for the inaugural race in 2014.


Pos     Name (#)     Time     Net Time     Categ (Pos)     Gender (Pos)
1     Donal O'CALLAGHAN (1908)     00:53:30     00:52:39     Ages 18 - 39  (1)     Male  (1)
2     Tommy O'BRIEN (1947)     00:54:42     00:53:49     Ages 40 44  (1)     Male  (2)
3     Martin CROWLEY (1819)     00:55:06     00:54:12     Ages 18 - 39  (2)     Male  (3)
4     Tim LONG (1872)     00:59:23     00:58:28     Ages 18 - 39  (3)     Male  (4)
5     Patrick MORRISSEY (1953)     01:00:14     01:00:13     Ages 18 - 39  (4)     Male  (5)
6     David KENNEDY (1946)     01:00:17     01:00:17     Ages 50 +   (1)     Male  (6)
7     Brian REDMOND (1919)     01:01:10     01:01:10     Ages 40 44  (2)     Male  (7)
8     Craig RICHARDSON (1920)     01:01:22     01:01:21     Ages 45 49  (1)     Male  (8)
9     John ROCHE (1922)     01:01:28     01:01:28     Ages 18 - 39  (5)     Male  (9)
10     Karl MITCHELL (1890)     01:01:41     01:00:43     Ages 18 - 39  (6)     Male  (10)
11     John CAHILL (1809)     01:02:24     01:02:22     Ages 45 49  (2)     Male  (11)
12     Ray SMITH (1927)     01:02:31     01:01:34     Ages 50 +   (2)     Male  (12)
13     Catherine KIELY (1864)     01:02:47     01:01:48     Ages 18 - 39  (1)     Female  (1)
14     Thomas MCCARTHY (1883)     01:02:48     01:02:47     Ages 50 +   (3)     Male  (13)
15     Marie Claire HEALY (1848)     01:03:09     01:03:08     Ages 18 - 39  (2)     Female  (2)
16     Donal COLLINS (1816)     01:03:27     01:02:24     Ages 40 44  (3)     Male  (14)
17     Billy O'BRIEN (1949)     01:04:32     01:04:32     Ages 18 - 39  (7)     Male  (15)
18     Owen OÆSULLIVAN (1907)     01:04:52     01:04:47     Ages 18 - 39  (8)     Male  (16)
19     Robert WHITE (1938)     01:05:02     01:05:01     Ages 45 49  (3)     Male  (17)
20     Martin FLYNN (1838)     01:05:40     01:05:39     Ages 45 49  (4)     Male  (18)
21     Krzysztof SIKORSKI (1923)     01:05:56     01:05:56     Ages 18 - 39  (9)     Male  (19)
22     Maurice KELTER (1862)     01:06:01     01:05:06     Ages 18 - 39  (10)     Male  (20)
23     Eoin LEAHY (1869)     01:06:46     01:05:48     Ages 18 - 39  (11)     Male  (21)
24     John O SULLIVAN (1904)     01:06:48     01:06:46     Ages 40 44  (4)     Male  (22)
25     Noel LAWLOR (1867)     01:06:48     01:06:46     Ages 45 49  (5)     Male  (23)
26     Terry MCSWEENEY (1888)     01:06:51     01:06:51     Ages 40 44  (5)     Male  (24)
27     Mairead OKEEFFE (1912)     01:07:48     01:07:48     Ages 40 44  (1)     Female  (3)
28     Mark GRIFFIN (1939)     01:07:58     01:07:57     Ages 18 - 39  (12)     Male  (25)
29     Pat DUNLEA (1830)     01:07:59     01:07:56     Ages 40 44  (6)     Male  (26)
30     James O SHEA (1901)     01:08:23     01:08:22     Ages 45 49  (6)     Male  (27)

Kerry...Results of the Killarney 10 mile - Sat 23rd Sept 2017

The annual Killarney 10 mile race was held on Saturday the 23rd of Sept 2017. A total of 218 runners took part which is down 9.5% on the 241 in 2016.

1.Rory o Sullivan St. Finbarrs ac cork 56.27
2.Sean o Sullivan an Riocht ac 61.34
3.Martin Crowley Killarney Valley ac 62.37
1.Sinead Tagney sportsworld ac Dublin 65.49
2.Sorcha Daly Killarney 72.32
3.Meadhbh Daly killarney 75.06

Results... https://www.sportsplits.com/home/results?c=74&r=340&e=1&cul=en-US


Race report from the organisers....The 4th annual killarney10mile took place today 23rd of september at 9am!The race was a major success again this year with numbers up and with a great atmosphere throughout.Positive commentary came from all the participants running to support the microtrack project and also because of how professionally the event is organised.The event attracted competitors from all over Ireland including participants from the USA,England and Spain.The race helps to provide a donation every year to the Killarney community MicroTrack project to be located on the grounds of St,Brendan's college.The group was honoured to have minister Brendan Griffin TD on hand to be the honorary starter and The mayor of Killarney councillor Niall Kelliher presenting a finishers medal to every participant at the finish line on where the proposed Microtrack is to built.The weather throughout the event was remarkable,the sun shone through with a dry autumn wind as the participants took on aghadoe and knockreer before finishing back at St.Brendan's college.
The winner of this year's event was Rory o'Sullivan of the St.Finbarr's ac in Cork in a time of 56.27 on the challenging route.Rory was presented the Richard Clifford perpetual cup by Geraldine Clifford in a packed hall,richard is remembered every year with the cup dedicated in his memory,Richard enjoyed running as a pastime with his friends some the organisers of the event.The local club Killarney valley ac cheered on member Martin Crowley who  finished third in a time of 62.37 the Liebherr employee going from strength to strength on the road running scene.A great round of applause went to Killarney native who is also resident in Dublin to former Killarney athlete Sinead Tagney of sportsworld ac who won the female race in 65.49.It was great to see Sinead running so well and connecting with Killarney for this event.Sinead's parents  were stalwarts of Athletics in Killarney for so many years through spa muckross community games keeping the sport alive and well.Sinead had a very good run in Liverpool recently also.Mr.Sean Coffey principal of St.Brendan's college one of the coordinators and drivers of the community  microtrack project ran in the race himself.The fit member of muckross rowing club leads by example in his school,making light of the 10 miles.He illustrates the benefits of exercise in the youth by encouraging participation in recreational and sporting pursuits aiding good health and helping concentration levels for academic responsibilities.
A special word of mention should be made to commend the gardai who assisted the event for which the safety of all was paramount on the day.

Kerry...Results of the Killarney 10 mile road race - Sat 24th Sept 2016

The annual Killarney 10 mile road race was held on Saturday the 24th of September 2016 and attracted a field of 241 runners. Considering that there was a Yellow weather warning in force for heavy rain, the numbers are pretty good as many will have decided at the last moment to give it a skip. Last year, they got 237 finishers on a nice sunny day so the potential is there for this event to grow in numbers.

Male
1.Phillip Harty (#86) West Waterford AC 53:51
2.Sean O'Sullivan (#194) An Riocht AC 59:13
3.Tony Harty (#87) Killarney Valley AC 59:33

Female:
1. Deirdre Nagle Eagle AC 1:08:43
2. Alison Kirwan Star of the Laune AC 1:10:43
3. Caitriona Barry Farranfore Maine Valley AC 1:11:04

Deirdre Nagle of Eagle AC...1st woman

Photos...
1) The organisers have a gallery HERE and HERE



The full results can be seen below...

Notice...Killarney 10 mile race, Kerry - Sat 26th Sept 2015

One quick look at the race calendar shows a multitude of races with many being held for many different reasons. This one however is special. The objective of this race is to raise funds for a new athletics track in Killarney.

At the moment, the only athletics track in Kerry is the full size 400m track at the grounds of An Ríocht AC in Castleisland. It's an excellent facility and is used for all the major track & field competitions in Kerry.

It is however a 15 mile trip from Killarney. The distance in itself isn't an issue when it's for the likes of say an occasional competition but driving children there back and forth twice a week is another issue. What is required is a local facility in Killarney that is easy for people in the town and surrounding area to access.

What is proposed is the development of a 200m micro track and a floodlit all weather pitch area which will be situated on grounds leased from the St. Brendan's Trust (St. Brendan's College Killarney).

The track will have 4 lanes and have a tartan surface. While it will be measured correctly...i.e. 200m in lane 1, the track will not be a standard 200m track like say the indoor track in Athlone IT. The gradient from lane 1 to 4 will be much reduced as the track will also be used by athletes with special needs. In terms of training however it is excellent for juveniles and adults.

One special feature will be the straight section that you can see at the top. This is about 120m long and will be properly measured, marked and certified. This will facilitate all sprint events such as say the 100m, womens 100m hurdles and mens 110m hurdles. They also have plans for a long jump area as well as a facilities for pole vault, high jump, shot putt and a throwing cage.

The initiative is being supported by three local clubs as well...Spa Muckross AC, Gneeveguilla AC and Kenmare AC...

One might ask why didn't they opt for a full size 400m track but the amount of land required and the costs involved would be in a completely different league. This new facility will suit the training needs of most of the local athletes be they seniors or juveniles.

As a project, I don't see why it couldn't be replicated elsewhere around the country? It is something a lot of other athletic clubs might consider.

So, back to the race! :o)

It is on Saturday the 26th of September with a 9am start.

The entry fee is €25 plus 1.50 process online.
For that there is the race, a medal, a dry fit top, chip timing and the usual prizes including spots.

The course takes in a loop to the north-west of the town as well as inside the park itself.


For more info and to enter, go to the race website...

 http://killarney10mile.com/index.html

From the organisers.....
KILLARNEY'S first micro-athletic running track is poised to become a reality. The facility, which will feature four lanes and an astro-turf football pitch, is to be built in the grounds of St Brendan's College. A special fundraising 10-mile road race around Killarney town is to take place on Saturday, September 26, and is expected to attract a host of elite athletes.

"People of all abilities, elite and recreational athletes, joggers and walkers are invited," said Jerh Griffin of the organising committee. "We are excited at the prospect of this race being an annual event to support the students and the community in this race as they jointly seek to create a mini style university approach to physical education in a sustainable way," added Jerh. 

Kerry...Results of the Killarney 10 Mile Road Race - Sat 27th Sept 2014

A total of 271 runners turned out for the inaugural Killarney 10 mile race in Kerry on Sat 27th Sept 2014. Proceeds from this event will go towards the development of a 200m athletics track in Killarney which will then be used by the local clubs.

1    Michael HERLIHY 53:08 Ages 18-39  (1)    Male  (1)
2    Phillip HARTY 53:39 Ages 18-39  (2)    Male  (2)
3    Tim OCONNOR 54:48 Ages 18-39  (3)    Male  (3)
4    Danny SMITH 56:45 Ages 18-39  (4)    Male  (4)
5    Stephen GRIFFIN 58:47 Ages 40-44  (1)    Male  (5)
29    Lucy BRENNAN 1:07:12 Ages 50+  (1)    Female  (1)
39    Denise CASEY 1:12:19 Ages 40-44  (1)    Female  (2)
41    Alison KIRWAN 1:12:54 Ages 18-39  (1)    Female  (3)
42    Kerry MONAHAN-GAUGHAN 1:13:09 Ages 50+  (2)    Female  (4)
48    Elaine OKEEFFE 1:14:37    Ages 18-39  (2)    Female  (5)

The full results can be seen HERE