Waterford...Results of the MT Motors Cross Country event - Sun 11th Oct 2009

Here are the results of the Cross Country race which took place in Dungarvan last Sunday.

Ladies race
Corinna Walsh 14.08
Diane Behan 14.33
SuzanneDullaghan 15.48
Mary Doolin 16.11
Brenda Lowe 16.32
Anne Whelan 16.50
Brigid Coffey 17.38
Josie Uí Chuirrin 17.53
Siobháin Heylin 17.54
Rebecca Maher 18.30
Catriona O’Kiely-O’Brien 19.53

Mens Race
Sandis Bralitis 23.39
Sean Mc Grath 24.33
Raivis Zakis 25.01
Conor Rochford 25.55
Rory Moloney 26.13
Kieran Ryan 26.16
Mark Gleeson 26.19
FrankO’Carroll 26.37
Patrick Flynn 26.52
Kevin Kenneally 27.10
Padraig Healy 27.34
Philip Harty 27.38
Kenny Curran 27.39
Eric Meade 27.48
Jim Baldwin 28.20
Brian Gallagher 28.23
Dennis McCarthy 28.34
Alan Hickey 28.44
Sean Stilwell 28.51
Eoin Palmer 28.55
Shane Power 29.12
Des Feeney 29.24
Joe Gough 29.47
Brian Hallissey 29.48
P.J.Dwyer 30.02
Tomás Mahony 30.15
Conor Murray 30.18
Conor Phelan 31.39
Con Kelleher 31.39
Yevgenniy Chizhikov 31.42
Pascal Rochford 33.35
Declan Mooney 33.47
Vincent Tutty 33.52
John O’Connell 34.16
Michael Wade 34.43
Richie Power 35.02
Michael McCarthy 38.22

(.........from the West Waterford AC website)

Kerry...Results of the 'Feet First' 5 km road race - Sun 11th Oct 2009

It looks like the first race in the 'Feet First' series was a great success with 174 runners taking part despite the damp conditions. Looking through the results and photos, there was a large contingent from Cork who made the trip to Killarney and this no doubt helped to swell the numbers.

The 2nd race of the series is on Saturday, the 7th of November.

Photos......there are a series of 68 photos up on the Gneevequilla AC photo gallery.

There is another set of 47 photos HERE.

Results.........
PLACE...Time Name
1...16.46 Joe O Connor
2...17.13 Mark McMahon
3...17.16 John Barrett
4...17.26 Patrick O Shea
5...17.56 Connor McMahon
6...18.03 Mike O Shea
7...18.05 Tom Shanahan
8...18.14 John Dunphy
9...18.24 Ray Wallace
10...18.40 Hugh Carberry
11...18.50 Thomas Bubendorfer
12...18.52 Tim Healy
13...18.54 Aoife O Connor
14...18.57 Michael McGrath
15...19.01 Joe Murphy
16...19.10 Brian Moriarty
17...19.19 Trish O Donnell
18...19.23 Eugene O Connor
19...19.27 Dan McCarthy
20...19.32 Barry McDermott
21...19.40 Kenneth Hayes
22...19.48 Con O Brien
23...20.02 LaurenceCourtney
24...20.07 Mary O Connor
25...20.23 Patricia Ennis
26...20.25 Kevin Smith
27...20.30 Gerard Hussey
28...20.33 David Sharpe
29...20.34 Brona Croke
30...20.35 Matt Angland
31...20.40 Martin O Neil
32...20.52 Catherine Freeman
33...20.54 Jan Pawel Swiechowicz
34...21.00 Fergus Crey
35...21.01 Fiona O Donoghue
36...21.03 Declan Histon
37...21.04 Jim Langan
38...21.06 Lina Boyd
39...21.13 Brendan Connors
40...21.23 Paul Finn
41...21.44 John Walshe
42...21.49 June Twomney
43...22.01 Sean o Brien
44...22.07 Oliver Moynihan
45...22.13 Aidan McCarthy
46...22.17 Sean Murphy
47...22.26 Sean Dunne
48...22.27 Bernard Cantillon
49...22.23 Mike O Donoghue
50...22.24 Bgt O Sullivan
51...22.43 Joe O Shea
52 ...22.44 Mike Riordan
53 ...22.44 Pat Chawke
54 ...22.45 Bernie O Shea
55 ...22.55 Ann McGlin
56 ...22.57 Justin Barrett
57 ...23.00 Michael Dineen
58 ...23.05 John Doona
59 ...23.09 Brid Stack
60 ...23.18 Jim O Dwyer
61 ...23.20 Tom Teahan
62 ...23.46 Sheena Doyle
63 ...23.55 Hugh McKenzie Vass
64 ...24.07 Jason Courtney
65 ...24.15 Lisa Stapelbroek
66 ...24.16 Jane O Halloran
67 ...24.20 Mark Barrett
68 ...24.31 Brian Croke
69 ...24.34 John Reen
70 ...24.37 Marie O Keefe
71 ...24.53 Jerry Sullivan
72 ...24.54 Siobhan Darcey
73 ...24.56 Pauline Deenigan
74 ...25.02 Karen o Leary
75 ...25.05 Barry Goodman
76 ...25.19 Timothy McCarthy
77 ...25.20 August Wilson
78 ...25.21 Susan Fitzgerald
79 ...25.21

80...25.22 Aileen Goodman
81 ...25.25

82 ...25.45 Marguerite O Donoghue
83 ...25.46 Shelly O Neil
84 ...25.53 Lucy Curtayne
85 ...25.54 Siobhan Quinlan
86 ...25.56 Deidre Clifford
87 ...26.02 Sheila O Keefe
88 ...26.03 Annette O Brien
89 ...26.04 Thomas O Sullivan
90 ...26.18 Ann o Keefe
91 ...26.20 Tracy Bolger
92 ...26.21 Deidre O Halloran
93 ...26.23 Sinead O Connor
94 ...26.24 Catriona O Shea
95 ...26.28 Ann Marie Sheehan
96 ...26.31 Jackie Kearney
97 ...26.32 Sharon Breen
98 ...26.34 Aine O Connor
99 ...26.42 Mary Clifford
100 ...26.48 Angela Tobin
101 ...26.49 Olive Sharp
102 ...26.49 Jane Lynch
103 ...26.52 Aileen Buckley
104 ...26.53 Anna p Murphy
105 ...26.54 Fiona O Brien
106 ...26.55 John McCarthy
107 ...26.56 Karen Lam
108 ...27.00 Mgt O Brien
109 ...27.06 Mary O Connell
110 ...27.09 Bgt Flynn
111 ...27.10 Jayne Kearney
112 ...27.18 Liz Downey
113 ...27.34 Martha Marran O Dee
114 ...27.35 Una McCarthy
115 ...27.42 Ann Horgan
116 ...27.43 Catriona Murphy
117 ...27.44 Davina Griffin
118 ...27.45 Tracey Murphy
119 ...27.46 Olga McDonagh
120 ...27.47 Mary Cussen
121 ...27.50 Johnny Quinlan
122 ...27.58 Michelle Byrne
123 ...28.01 Emma O Keefe
124 ...28.02 Rachael Quigly
125 ...28.04 Elaine Grandfield
126 ...28.29 Irene O Leary
127 ...28.31 Martina O Neil
128 ...28.33 Louise Halliwey
129 ...28.34 Tracy Coyne
130...28.36 Fiona o neil
131 ...28.45 Brenda Ni Chathsaigh
132 ...28.48 Tommy Sheehan
133 ...28.55 Katrina Fogarty
134 ...29.16 Niamh Doyle
135...29.24 Ciara Stoat
136...29.40 Justine O Connor
137...29.45 Ann Boyle
138...29.57 Mary Dowling
139...30.16 James O Mahoney
140...30.17 Barbara Lehane
141...30.18 Dorothy Deely
142...30.31 David Enright
143...30.35 Denise Cahill
144...31.22 Tara Borst
145...31.23 Sinead Lalor
146...31.30 Stephen Ryan
147...31.31 Catriobna Deesy
148...32.06 Denise O Connell
149...32.07 Jeane Curtayne
150...32.08 Emma Corkery
151...32.12 Jerry Forde
152...32.47 Mary Connellan
153...33.26 Mary Mahony
154...33.27 Marie O Sullivan
155...33.28 Therese Scanlon
156...33.29 Kathleen Horgan
157...33.31 Mary Ryan
158...33.49 Anglea Ryan
159...33.50 Mary Dowling
160...34.04 Leonie Ni Brien
161...34.25 Colette O Donoghue
162...34.27 Moira Dineen
163...34.28 Sarah Mc Conkey
164...34.29 Patricia Quane
165...35.27 Maria Falvey
166...36.28 Caroline McCarron
167...36.43 Brid Nolan
168...36.44 Helen Slattery
169...36.45 Nora Flynn
170...37.52 Caroline Lynch
171...39.14 Mary O Donoghue
172...39.15 Annie O Donoghue
173...34.31? Eileen Falvey
174...34.35? Aine Brosnan

Running events next weekend in Munster...

With the onset of winter, we are now heading into the cross country season. Next weekend, there is a choice of cross country events and one road race in Munster.

Cork...There is the county Novice and Under 23 cross country race for club runners. Details on the Running in Cork website.

Waterford....There is a cross country event in Dungarvan organised by West Waterford AC. Here is some info from the club..."The clubs annual Cross Country event of the year takes place next Sunday October 11th at St. Augustine’s College with a 2.30 pm starting time. As in previous years, Sunday’s event is open to all and caters for all levels of runners from elite runners, club runners, fun runners and joggers all are more than welcome, The distances on the day will be for Ladies 2 lap’s of the College grounds which is (4km) and the Men’s event will see them cover 4 laps run (8km). There will be prizes on offer in the usual categories with plenty of spots prizes too. Entries are expected from many of the surrounding counties as well as a huge local involvement. The presentation of prizes will take place immediately after the race at the College grounds."

Kerry....For anyone who would like to stay on the road, there is a 5 km road race in Killarney in Kerry at 11am on Sunday. This is the first of a series of 4 races which take place over October to December. Entries on the day only cost €5 at the Kerry Parents and Friends Centre near the catheral on the western side of the town. If you are coming from the Cork direction, take the bypass as if you were heading towards Killorglin and take the left back into the town at the 2nd roundabout...(after the roundabout with the turnoff for Tralee).

A flyer for the series can be found HERE

Limerick...Results of the Ladies mini-marathon - Sun 4th Oct 2009

Over 3000 took part in this charity event in Limerick city on Sunday, the 4th of October 2009.

The full results are available HERE while the category results are available HERE.

There is a gallery of photos HERE.

More details on the race can be found on the Limerick AC website.

Races in Munster this weekend....Sun 4th Oct 2009

There are 2 events on offer in Munster on Sunday, the 4th of Oct...
In Cork, there is the annual Cork BHAA 'Cork to Cobh' 15 mile road race. This starts at 9:30am in Cork city and you can enter on the morning of the race. More details on the Running in Cork website.

In Limerick, there is the Limerick Womens mini-marathon which starts at 1pm outside University of Limerick arena. More details on the Limerick AC website.

Kerry...Dingle Marathon...More photos

Joe Murphy of Eagle AC now has a set of 101 photos up on the Eagle AC website.

Kerry...More Dingle Marathon video clips...

The first video clip is of the finish of the Dingle Half-Marathon...



Jerry Forde of Cork starting the Dingle Marathon...


Getting the crowd worked up...

Kerry...Video clip of the Dingle Marathon

This is a 4 minute video clip showing the start of the Dingle Half and Ful Marathon last Sunday.

Kerry...More photos and reports of the Dingle Marathon

Photos...There is a photo gallery with 148 shots at this LINK. Some of the photos give a glimpse of the outstanding scenery on the day.

News Article.........there is a report on the Marathon on the Dingle News website.

Kerry...Results of the Dingle Half and Full Marathon - Sat 12th Sept 2009

What an amazing event! In terms of weather, it couldn't have been any better....sunshine, blue skies and a gentle breeze. It all made for what was probably the best Half and Full Marathon in Ireland this year.




So, what was it like?


The start was pretty normal for the start of any big race. Once the race got under way, it was pretty obvious why the roads had to be closed as the runners filled the narrow road out of Dingle. As the route wound it's way through Ventry and on towards Slea Head, there were plenty of small pulls. As we gained height, the view out over Dingle Bay was incredible. Ireland's highest mountains on the next peninsula were all clearly visible as well as the Skelligs in the distance rising out of the sea.

Past Slea Head and onwards to Dunquin with the Blaskets on the left. In terms of weather and scenery, it really was at it's best. At Dunquin, the vast majority of runners peeled off left to finish their half Marathon while the Marathon runners carried on towards Ballyferriter. The field was now pretty stretched out with big gaps in between the runners. Along this section, it was sheltered from the breeze and at times, it almost felt as warm as the Cork Marathon!

After the 21 mile mark, there was a serious climb but once you reached the highest point, it was all downhill into Dingle. Overall, a very well organised event. It's not a course for fast times but in terms of quality, it is way ahead of any of the city races.

On a final point, it will be on 1 week earlier next year so it won't clash with the Cork Half or the Triathlon in Kenmare.

Results.........

1) The full marathon results are HERE.

2) The half-marathon results are HERE.

Photos.......

1) There are some commercial photos at marathon-photos.com

Kerry.......Dingle Half-Marathon and Marathon, Sat 12th Sept

I was hoping to put up some additional info on this route but didn't have time. Details of the route can be found on the Dingle Marathon website.

Limerick...Coaching Workshop

Coaching Workshops in Limerick...

September 16th & 21st
On Wednesday 16th September from 7-9.30pm there will be a Throws Workshop in UL for all coaches and experienced athletes aged 17+. Two of the countries most experienced coaches will lead the workshop in John Sheehan Javelin and Sean Whitney Shot. You can register on the night 6.45pm sharp and the cost is 5 Euro.
On Monday 21st September there will be a Road Running/Endurance Workshop also at UL from 7-9.30pm and it takes place in the classroom in the sports arena. It is aimed at all athletes, road runners and coaches 18+ interested in endurance running. The cost of the course is 5 Euro payable on the night at registration 6.45pm sharp. Guest speaker on the night will be Irish Olympic 800m runner Thomas Chamney. The following topics will be covered:
- Different types of Endurance training
- Heart rates and training
- Recovery Methods
- Planning
- Important Tips
- Training for 5km, 10km & Marathon
- Question & Answer session

Tipperary......Recent results

Here are some results of recent road races in Co.Tipperary...

1) Tipp 10 Mile Road Championships.......23rd August 2009.......Results

2) Tipp Masters Road Championships......29th August 2009.......Results...Photos

3) Michael Cahill 5 km road race, Ballingarry..........4th Sept 2009.....Results ...Photos

Tipperary...'Michael Cahill' 5km road race...Fri 4th Sept 2009

With the evenings getting shorter, this must be nearly the last evening road race in the Minster region.

Coolquill Athletic Club13th Annual Michael Cahill 5k ClassicRoad Race and Walk
Out and back flat course at Ballingarry, via Killenaule, Co Tipperary.
Starting at Ballingarry ConventFriday 4th September 2009 at 7:30pm

Map of area HERE.

Race flyer HERE.

Kerry.......Dingle Half-Marathon and Marathon info...

Just received this reminder.........
"On line entry will remain open until midnight on Wednesday the 26th of August. Race packs will be sent out from Friday the 28th of August."

Races in Munster this weekend.....Fri 21st-Sun 23rd Aug 2009

This is what is on offer this weekend in Munster......

Fri 21st Aug......
Waterford.....there is a 3 mile and 5 mile road race in Ballinameela, West Waterford.
Ballinnameela is a few kms to the west of Dungarvan in west Waterford. See this map.
Details from the West Waterford website........Ballinameela 3 and 5 mile run/walk.race starts at 7.30 pm entry fee 8 euro,entries will be taken at Ballinameela community centre where changing,showers and refreshments will be available,The course has been measured by Jones Counter and is a fast , flat course.
The race flyer says the entry is €7.

Sat 22nd Aug......
Kerry......there is a 5km race in Killarney at 3pm.

Sun 23rd Aug......
Tipperary......the Tipperary AAI have their own 10 mile road championships in Clonmel at 11am. This is open to Tipperary runners only.

Limerick.......there is a 5 mile road race in Kilmeedy, Co.Limerick.
Details......
KILMEEDY 5 MILE ROAD RACESUNDAY 23rd AUGUST 2009 at 12 Noon
WALKERS AND RUNNERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME PRIZES FOR ALL CATEGORIES. SPOT PRIZES GALOREENTRIES,CHANGING FACILITIES AND REFRESHMENTSIN ARAS IDE, KILMEEDY, Co Limerick
Kilmeedy is 10 kms north of Dromcolliher in west Limerick and about 18 kms west of the main Cork/Limerick road.
There is a race flyer with map HERE.

Waterford...Results of the Ardmore 5 mile road race - Fri 14th Aug 2009

A record crowd of 238 turned out for the Ardmore 5 mile road race in west Waterford. Judging by the faces at the race, there was a large contingent of Cork runners who when added to the Waterford regulars helped boost the numbers.

The full results are now available HERE.

Waterford...Ardmore 5 Mile road race - Fri 14th Aug 2009

The 10th and final race of the Ger Wyley / Nike Summer Series takes place in Ardmore, West Waterford at 7:30pm on Friday, the 14th of August.

Directions........If you are coming from the Cork direction, take the Youghal bypass and look for the turnoff right for Ardmore. At the crossroads in the centre of the village, take a left and the GAA pitch is a few hundred metres out this road on the right.

Course.....the start point is about 1 km from the GAA hall. The route is then basically a large loop circuit that you run 1.5 times........i.e. You start out in the countryside, you run into Ardmore, then back into the countryside again and complete the loop.......pass the start point again and then finish in Ardmore itself. There are a few small drags but nothing serious.

Overall.........this race in the West Waterford seaside town seems to attract a large crowd. As well as the usual West Waterford crew, it attracts a fair few runners from Cork considering that it's only just East of Youghal.

From the West Waterford AC website...
Entries taken at Ardmore G.A.A.centre,showers and refreshments.Entry fee is €8. Presentation of prizes will take place at An Tobar Bar along with the presentation for the overall series.
Prizes: 1st 3 men and 1st 3 ladies. First man and woman in each of the 12 zodiac star signs.

Tipperary...Results of the 'Deadmans' 5 Mile Road Race - Fri 7th Aug 2009

The final race in this year's Outfield Sports/Asics 3-Counties Challenge was the popular Carraig Hotel Deadman's 5 mile race held in Carrick-on-Suir on August 7th. The series which is organised by Carrick Roadrunners has gone from strength to strength with large fields of athletes lining up for all four races in counties Tipperary, Kilkenny and Waterford. Starting at the historic Ormonde Castle and taking in the famous Sean Kelly Square,this year's race saw a new course record of 24:27 set by the overall series winner, Sergiu Ciobanu from Clonliffe Harriers. In second place was Brian Kirwan (St. Lawrences) in 25:34, while third place went to Carrick-on-Suir's Brian Murphy (26:47).Gowran AC were winners of the men's team prize.
The ladies' race was won by Madeline Loughnane (Thurles Crokes) in 29:04. Second place went to Pauline Lambe (Tullamore Harriers) who also took first prize in the overall series. West Waterford's Corinna Walsh finished third with a time of 30:43 while the team prize went to Clonmel AC. Total Finishers 165

Results........the result of the 'Deadmans' 5 Mile race is available HERE and the overall result of the 3 Counties challenge is available HERE.

Tipperary...Deadman's 5k, Carrick-on-Suir - Fri 7th Aug 2009

The 4th and final race in the 3 Counties Challenge take place in Carrick-on-Suir next Friday, the 7th of August at 7:30pm. Details in the flyer above...