WEEKEND RUNAROUND

Dublin Marathon

Aaron and Tim Smash The 3 Hour Mark 

We had a large number of runners going in the Dublin Marathon on Sunday and most had great runs. Aaron Harte was the first runner from the club to finish and had a superb run smashing his previous PB and running a very intelligent race sticking to his set pace until the 30k mark and feeling strong then went for it. Tim Hannon was next home again smashing the three hour mark and our first runner in the National Marathon Championships. Running a great race and again smashing the 3 hour barrier showing all his exemplary dedication to training paid off. 

All others had very fine runs with Siobhan and Linda working together most of the way and with Dermot Donovan just outside the 4 hour mark which is understandable as he just flew in from USA late the day before. John Ahern and Don McDonald both had good solid runs and Erika Gatt Coleiro was flying up to the twenty mile mark when tummy trouble struck but being the strong woman she is she persevered and finished just outside the four. 

Eugene McCarthy seemed to have a nice easy run (if a marathon is ever easy) as he was running for charity ( see previous posts You can still donate) with his sister making it a family affair. I got lots of calls wondering where Ailin Kennedy was but unfortunately she was unable to run due to waking up with a tummy bug the morning of the race. Which was really disappointing as she was due to run with her Dad. Gillian Bransfield had a great run looking very comfortable all the way, Amanda Cooney had her best marathon in a long time again showing her extra training is paying off.

Conor Cronin who was making his marathon debut had an absolutely super run well exceeding his own expectations and showing that being a new Dad does not slow you down. Really looking forward to seeing his next marathon outing. ( Of course Dee's advice helped)

Once again well done all and also to our amazing supporters who travelled up at their own expense to cheer on their clubmates Ye all did us proud.

Thanks to everyone for the photos. Anyone with more please send them to me at mdtacinfo@gmail.com 

More photos  to follow 

Tralee Half Marathon 

We had two runners there both doing well

 

Milford 4 Mile