Record Kinnitty AC turnout at BNM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon

Kinnitty Athletic Club has had another busy and successful week, with the club delighted to unveil its new training tops, kindly sponsored by the Athenry Credit Union Community Fund.

The new tops have been very well received by club members, who are looking forward to proudly wearing them at training and events over the coming months. Kinnitty AC would like to sincerely thank Athenry Credit Union for its generous sponsorship and continued support of the club.

There was a record turnout from Kinnitty AC at the BNM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon, with an impressive 20 club athletes taking to the start line among a field of approximately 1,100 runners.

The club was extremely proud of every member who took on the challenge, with superb performances across the board.

Leading the Kinnitty AC contingent home were Anthony Robinson and Marty Bannon, both recording excellent times of 1:23.

They were followed by Kieran Corrigan (1:38), Mark Russell (1:39), Mike O’Shea (1:43), Ger Ryan (1:44), Shane Conroy (1:44), Edel Hayes (1:44), Paul O’Donnell (1:46), Aidan Conroy (1:46), Peter Delaney (1:49), Paul McLoughlin (1:50), Vanessa Bannon (1:54), Rob O’Donnell (1:54), Noel Flynn (1:55), Finbar O’Neill (1:59), John Clendennen (2:08), Hannah Dempsey (2:08), Derek McGrath (2:10) and Mark Kelly (2:41).

There were fantastic performances throughout the field, with many Kinnitty AC members completing their first-ever half marathon. The determination and commitment shown by everyone in the build-up to the race was evident on the day, and the club is immensely proud of all 20 athletes.

Very Pink Run – Leopardstown

There was also representation for Kinnitty AC at the Very Pink Run in Leopardstown, Dublin, where Cheryl Auret and Marina Walsh took on the challenge.

Well done to both ladies on a superb performance and for proudly representing Kinnitty AC.

Club Training

Kinnitty AC training continues every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm at Kinnitty GAA Grounds. All levels welcome.