The top three ladies in the Clara AC 5k: 1st Emily Grennan (Tullamore Harriers), centre; 2nd Denise Egan (Ferbane AC), left; and 3rd Grace Reilly (Portlaoise AC).

Grennan and Hynes the winners in Clara 5k race

Published: Wed 19 Apr 2023, 2:59 PM

Offaly Athletics News

Last Sunday’s Paddy Dolan 5k race in Clara was won by Ray Hynes of Donore AC in 15.34, with Paul Mitchell (Tullamore Harriers) second in 15.42 and Ferbane AC’s Mick Fogarty third in 16.01.

Emily Grennan, Tullamore Harriers AC, was first lady home in 17.55. Denise Egan of Ferbane AC was second in 18.03, and third lady was Portlaoise AC's Grace Reilly in 18.24.

Offaly Athletics extends congratulations to Clara AC on the success of the Paddy Dolan 5k race on Sunday last.

With a very impressive total of 316 finishers, the Clara AC team of organisers ought to be very pleased with the turnout. The race was organised extremely well, and Clara AC and all involved deserve great credit. Despite the very drizzly start to the day, the feedback from most athletes was how warm and humid it was during the run. Not a bad complaint to say the least!

The race was on a one-looped course that was described as generally flat but with some sneaky drags along the 5000m course. Some great times were posted too, despite the fear that all the PBs at the recent Banagher AC might not be matched. Well done to everyone who competed and to all the prize winners. As always, thanks to Offaly Civil Defence and Gardai who ensured the safety of all with their professional service.

Well done again to all who supported Round 3 of the Buildmore Offaly 5k Series. Round 4, is the Ferbane AC hosted 5k on May 7th.

*Age category winners

1st Junior: Poppy Hackett (St Michael's AC, 23:01); and Conor Sherwin (Mullingar Harriers AC).

1st O40: Evelyn Herlihy and Jonathan Dunne (both Tullamore Harriers AC).

1st O45: Sarah Flanagan (Tullamore Harriers AC) and John Lee (Trim AC).

1st O50: Rita Daly (Tullamore Harriers AC, 20:50), and Brendan Donagher (Naomh Mhuire AC).

1st O60: Brigid McCabe (Mullingar Harriers AC, 23:35) and Tim Camon (Ferbane AC, 19:50).

1st O70: Eileen Kenny (Athlone AC, 22:10) and Ger Woods (Banagher AC, 22:36).

Top 50 finishers: 1 Ray Hynes (Donore Harriers, 15:34). 2 Paul Mitchell (Tullamore Harriers AC, 15:42). 3 Mick Fogarty (Ferbane AC, 16:01). 4 Kevin Minnock (Tullamore Harriers, 16:17). 5 Conor Sherwin (Mullingar Harriers AC, 16:20). 6 Tom Lupton (Ballyskenach AC, 16:39). 7 Brendan Donagher (Naomh Mhuire AC, 16:42). 8 Cian Martin (Tullamore Harriers, 16:41). 9 John Lee Snr (Trim AC, 16:49). 10 Jonathan Dunne (Tullamore Harriers, 16:52). 11 Harry Flynn (Tullamore Harriers, 16:56). 12 Tom Dunne (Ballyroan & District, 16:59). 13 Darragh Hynes (Ferbane AC, 17:05). 14 Darren Reynolds (Tullamore Harriers, 17:08). 15 Paul Caulfield (Letterkenny AC, 17:14). 16 Shane Origan (Tullamore Harriers, 17:18). 17 Adam Courtney (Ferbane AC, 17:33). 18 Oran Buckley (Ferbane AC, 17:35). 19 Rory Morrissey (17:39). 20 Gerard Cleary (Naomh Mhuire AC, 17:40). 21 Kevin Looby (Naomh Mhuire AC, 17:45). 22 Emily Grennan (Tullamore Harriers, 17:55). 23 Padraig Berry (Tullamore Harriers, 17:58). 24 James Meehan (St Mary's, 18:01). 25 Cole Phelan (18:02). 26 Denise Egan (Ferbane AC, 18:03). 27 Donough McBrearty (Ferbane AC, 18:10). 28 Peter Maguire (Edenderry AC, 18:17). 29 Grace Reilly (Portlaoise AC, 18:23). 30 Dean Phelan (Tullamore Harriers, 18:23). 31 Sarah Flanagan (Tullamore Harriers, 18:34). 32 John Kirwan Naomh Mhuire AC, 18:47). 33 Dervish Bartlett (Birr AC, 18:56). 34 Willie Duffy (Naomh Mhuire AC, 18:54). 35 Darren Butler (Tullamore Harriers, 18:58). 36 Olly Kearney (Donadea AC, 19:01). 37 Alan Heffernan (Tullamore Harriers, 19:02). 38 Michael Hickey (Tullamore Harriers, 19:05). 39 Fergie Gorman (19:15). 40 Evelyn Herlihy (Tullamore Harriers, 19:24). 41 Aidan Brereton (Rhode AC, 19:26). 42 Charlie Hackett St. Michael's AC, 19:28). 43 Joe Brophy (Birr AC, 19:30). 44 Jody O'Reilly (Tullamore Harriers, 19:32). 45 Brian Duffy (Edenderry AC, 19:41). 46 Michael Horan (Banagher AC, 19:39). 47 Liam Coughlan (Banagher AC, 19:39). 48 Lynn Mooney (Tullamore Harriers, 19:46). 49 James Keane (Donadea Running AC, 19:47). 50 Sean Purcell (19:50).

Leinster 10 Mile Championships

Congratulations to Edenderry AC’s Caroline Donnellan of who was recently crowned the Leinster 10 Mile ladies’ champion. Aisling O’Connor, also Edenderry AC, was third. Mick Fogarty, Ferbane AC was 2nd finisher so a super day for athletes from Offaly clubs. Offaly athletes claimed many medals in the team categories.

County team results - 1st Overall Ladies: Caroline Donnellan, Edenderry AC; Aisling O’Connor, Edenderry AC; Sarah Flanagan, Tullamore Harriers AC; Maria Maher, Ballyskenach AC; Rachel Henry, Tullamore Harriers; and Niamh O'Connor, Tullamore Harriers.

2nd Overall Men: Mick Fogarty, Ferbane AC; Eimhin Kenny, Tullamore Harriers; James Guilfoyle, Tullamore Harriers; Brendan Donagher, Naomh Mhuire AC; Jonathan Dunne, Tullamore Harriers; and Stephen Murphy, Tullamore Harriers.

2nd O35 Ladies: Evelyn Herlihy, Tullamore Harriers; Lynn Mooney, Tullamore Harriers; Marie McLoughlin, Ballyskenach AC; Rita Daly Ravenhill, Tullamore Harriers; Michelle Mullaney, Tullamore Harriers; and Una Mullen, Tullamore Harriers.

2nd O35 Men: Eoin Brennan, Tullamore Harriers; Gerard Cleary, Naomh Mhuire AC; David Staunton, Clara AC; Brendan McAuliffe, Tullamore Harriers; and Gary Whittle, Tullamore Harriers.

2nd O50 Men: Gerard Cleary, Naomh Mhuire AC; Darren Bermingham, Naomh Mhuire AC; Liam Byrne, Tullamore Harriers; and Gerry Dunican, Tullamore Harriers.

Fixtures

23rd April: Offaly Juvenile Track & Field, Tullamore Harriers Stadium.

29th April: Leinster Novice and Masters Road Championships, Gowran, Co. Kilkenny.

7th May: Ferbane AC 5k.

11th May: Offaly Senior Track & Field, Tullamore Harriers Stadium.

12th May: Four Counties Track & Field, Tullamore Harriers Stadium.

21st May: Ashling Murphy 4 Mile, Tullamore.

2nd June: Ballyskenach AC 5k.

9th June: Naomh Mhuire AC 5k.

18th June: Jack Cox 10k, Kilcormac.

16th July: Frank Kilrane 10 Mile, Edenderry.

21st July: Rhode AC 5k.