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LISCARROLL ATHLETIC CLUB
Isobel Kellegher and Whelan in the medals.
It was a good weekend for our athletes at two separate competiti9ons, one in Clarenbridge Co. Galway and at Nenagh Co.Tipperary. Isobel Kellegher was competing in an all-Ireland Cross Country Championship where she finished a very respectable sixth for an individual bronze medal. She was the first Cork girl home so she led the team to a silver medal position. This was a fantastic result for Isobel, who only took up athletics last year. Well done to her. Meanwhile, the Munster under-nine to under-12 Juvenile Indoor Championships were taking place at Nenagh. Five athletes took part at this level for was first time and while Clara Whelan under-nine was the only one to win a medal, everyone gave it their all.
Clara competed very well in the 300m, the long jump and the 60m sprint. She finished third in the long jump for a bronze medal. She along with Emma O’Connell had a fantastic run in the 60m Clara Sprint, as they both competed in separate heats qualified for the semi-finals and in turn qualified for the final which was the best eight out of 40 competitors but were unlucky in the final for a medal. Also in the sprint under-11 Shona Murphy showed that she will be one to be reckoned with later in the year.
On Saturday David Hanlon and Rachel Hanlon competed in the Long Jump and the High Jump respectively where they both performed very well. Registrations
When a note is published reminding people of the importance of being registered to compete or participate in club activities, some react by saying ‘They’re looking for money again’. On the face of it this is partially correct, but the main reason for constantly reminding people to register is insurance. As time goes by insurance protection is becoming more important than anything else in Sport. So please renew your registration or if you are a new member immediately. You are not a member of the club or AAI, therefore no insurance, till you do so.
Munster Indoors
Indoor Championships for athletes under-13 to under-19 will be held at Nenagh on Saturday the 24th/Sunday, February 25. The closing date for which is Friday. Will anyone who has given their names for the event to Esther or to Tim please do so not later than training time tomorrow Friday.
Next Event
Saturday the 24th/Sunday the 25th: Munster Indoor Championships for Juveniles under-13 to under-19 at Nenagh. Easter 5k
Our annual Easter 5k will take place at Donerail Park on Saturday, March 31, at 11 a.m. There are Easter Hamper prizes for the first three men and the first three women, plus children’s prizes.
Training
Training will be held at the usual venues and the usual times for the coming week.
DARTS
A Charity Exhibition with Adrian Lewis (Two-time PDC World Darts Champion) on Friday, February 23. Kilbrin social club. Time 8 p.m. For tickets or information contact, Stephen: 087 6207441, Clare: 087 7833636 or Nicholas: 087 9796011.
BINGO
Bingo jackpot is €1,750 in 50 calls. Bonus ball is €80. Please come along from 8.30 to 10.45.
DRIVE
The 45 drive continues every Wednesday night starting at 9 p.m. Tír na nÓg the Tír na nÓg group are up and running again for the new year on Monday mornings at the social club at 11 a.m. They have planned a night out in West County Ennis on Friday, June 1. Anyone wishing to travel can contact the chairperson or secretary for further details. Also on Monday, February 19, Tír na nÓg are hosting a poetry morning in the social club at 11 a.m. This promises to be an enjoyable morning so please come along. Other up coming events include Mallow swimming pool and we will keep you updated in this column.
DR CROKE BIRTHPLACE HOUSE
Our first event in Dr Croke Birthplace House will be on Sunday, February 18, at 8.30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come along for some storytelling music and song. Fr Pat Corkery will give a short talk on historc times in Castlecor. This promises to be a very enjoyable evening so we encourage everyone to come along.
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
A very worthy cause to support on Friday, March 2, where local girls are travelling to Calcutta with the Hope Foundation. In a fundraising effort these girls are hosting a quiz night in the social club. We would urge everyone in the area to come along to support this most worthy cause. We will keep you up to date on this event in the coming weeks but please free up this date in your diaries.
Another date for your diary. On Friday, February 23, the social club will host a darts night featuring Adrian ‘jackpot’ Lewis. This promises to be a great evening of entertainment so please keep it free.
CONGRATULATIONS.
Congratulations to Emma Flynn, daughter of Mary Lucey and Michael Flynn, Corbally, that won the under-nine girls Munster Championship at the Nenagh athletic indoor track, on Saturday last. Emma is a member of North Cork Athletic Club.