Midleton AC (Senior Section)held a successful meeting on Thursday last, where team captains, officers and committee members were elected for the next 12 month period as follows -
Senior Team Captains -
Men’s Team Captain – Edmond 'O Sullivan
Men’s Vice Captain – Marc Dalton
Ladies Team Captain – Sally Drennan
Ladies Vice Captain – Marion Cotter
Officers –
Secretary – Margaret Twohig
Treasurer – Kevin Smith
Assistant Treasurers – Adrian Williams and Bernie Twomey
P.R.O’s – John Cashman and Peter Gunning
Registrar – Danny McCarthy
Clothing Officer – Claire Fitzgerald
Social Committee
Fergal O’Meara (Chairman)
Helen Geary
Trish Macropoulos
Mick Murphy
Noel O’Regan
Bernie Twomey
Meeting Co-Ordinator – Edmond O’Sullivan
Club Development Project Leader – Marc Dalton
Additional Information
*Remember – Ballycotton Post Race Dinner – 6.30pm on Sunday week at Midleton Park Hotel. Pre- booking and payment (15 euro) (partners 21 euro) to Edmond O’Sullivan at training on Monday next. First come first booked. Places are limited unfortunately
*The Kilnaboy ‘10’ Mile Road Race takes place in County Clare on Sunday April 10th. At present the club is considering running a bus to the event – If you are interested please contact any member of the social committee. More details to follow next week.
*Peter Gunning has now joined John Cashman in the P.R.O role. In future Peter will be compiling the biweekly news reviews/previews whilst John will continue to forward updates/results//fixture changes etc. To assist both officers we ask any new members who have forwarded their e mail address to us over the past 2 weeks to please acknowledge receipt of this e mail by means of a short reply in order to clarify your correct contact details. Alternatively if you know of a registered member who is not receiving our e mails and wishes to be added to our group list, please also forward the details.
Thursday, 24 February 2011
BALLYCOTTON 10
Gentle Reminder
This is around the time it happens so we are reminding our members who are entered but
not running the race.
Under no circumstances give your number to anyone else to run with.
This is strictly not allowed and will bring disgrace and shame on the club if found out.
Posted by Club Registar
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
Ballycotton 10
Many thanks to all Midleton AC members who helped out at the envelope and programme packing last night.
Midleton AC have traditionally helped with this aspect of the Ballycotton 10 . Tonight Tuesday is the final night of the packing and we need help again to finish the job. Those of you that want to help the club continue the tradition of helping out please come to the School Hall in Ballycotton for 7.30 tonight and we can get the job finished. Enquiries Danny 0872403940
Ask not what your club can do for you but what you can do for your club.
Monday, 21 February 2011
Ballycotton Is Almost Upon Us
As our esteemed colleague Donie O’Connell annually remarks “this is our All Ireland Final”. Donie is of course referring to the Ballycotton ‘10’ as he again charts his training programme from early in the New Year to the first weekend in March.
- The feeling of excitement in the pre race build up for Donie and many more compares to the big match nerves in Croke Park. The walk up the steps afterwards to collect the water and goodies no doubt mirroring the sense of achievement as hurlers and footballers walk up the steps of the Hogan Stand to collect their spoils of victory.
Record Entry
This year Donie, who incidentally will wear number 2849 on big race day, has no less than 114 Midleton AC colleagues along side him on the entry list. By any standards it’s a huge gathering and even allowing for a number of absentees for one reason or another, the likelihood is that our club will have a record number of finishers this time around.
As always there is a considerable mix of young and not so young taking part, of experienced and novice runners and of course a wide variation of ambitions within the hearts and minds of all when Dick O’Brien’s anthem rings out.
Many will see the race as the chance to chase a personal best for the famous event, others will have no other objective but just to cross the finish line. It’s what makes the occasion so special, because on the village streets and on the country roads the reception is just as great for those at the back of the field as it for those chasing the big prizes.
New Members
Ballycotton 2011 will be particularly special for a number of our new members who have trained diligently under coach Vincent Connolly over the last eighteen months. In wishing all our members every success on the big day, we extend special words of good wishes to those who are running the race for the first time.
Remember the traditional run around the course is likely to happen again this coming weekend, so keep an ear out at training as various groups are likely to be heading in the direction of the picturesque fishing village on Saturday and Sunday.
As for the race day, as always the advice is to arrive in plenty of time. Major traffic restrictions will be in operation in the vicinity from early morning, with the park ‘n’ ride system again set to operate. In all cases please follow the advice of the stewards.
Help Needed
The race which in 1999, was ranked by the UK edition of ‘Runner’s World’ as second only to the London Marathon in these islands is now a massive undertaking for the organisers. If you are not running or you know somebody who is willing to help with stewarding etc please contact Tommy Hartnett on 086-2386390. Certainly the committee will need all hands on deck through out the day. By helping out in whatever role, one also gets the opportunity the sample the unique atmosphere that sets the event apart from all others.
In recent times some Midleton AC members have also followed a tradition of packing the famous race mug in advance of the weekend. This usually takes place on the Thursday or/and Friday night in the local Community Hall. Keep an eye to the Midleton AC blog next week for updated information.
MEANTIME THIS EVENING THE COMMITTE WILL BE PUTTING THE RACE PROGRAMME AND TIMING CHIP INTO ENVELOPES FOR POSTING LATER IN THE WEEK. THIS WILL HAPPEN BETWEEN 8PM AND APPROX 11PM - IF YOU CAN SPARE A HALF HOUR OR HOUR DURING THIS PERIOD THE COMMITTEE WOULD BE DELIGHTED TO SEE YOU AT THE COMMUNITY HALL NEXT TO THE SCHOOL.
Post Race Meal
Don’t forget to join us for all the inquests, reflections and discussion after the race by attending the customary Midleton AC post race dinner, which this year will be at Midleton Park Hotel. It represents tremendous value at just 15 euro for members. Pre booking is essential – please book and pay Edmond O’Sullivan at training on this Monday or Wednesday.
Neilus Aherne
Finally, remember our colleague Neilus Aherne Sports/Holistic Therapist is the man to contact for any advice on injury prevention and treatment over the next few weeks. In the countdown to Ballycotton, it’s important to have the legs in tip top shape - Neilus may be contacted on 086-8438355 for appointment and advice.
Race Action In Carrigaline
Action on Sunday last centred on Carrigaline, where the 22nd annual Tommy Ryan Memorial ‘5’ Miler was held. This is a tough test of speed and stamina as the undulating course gives very little time to relax. Certainly there was no relaxing judging by some of the performances produced by many our athletes. Noel O’Regan (2nd Over 40) was in top form finishing 15th overall in a time of 28:42. John Hennessy 29:14, Kevin Smith 29:41 and the returning Shane Cooney 29:53 all made light work of the course in recording sub 30 minute runs.
There were many more very good performances by many of our athletes.
East Cork 3K
There were plenty of bright orange t shirts to be seen following the conclusion of the East Cork 3K Winter Series last week. The Series featured some outstanding running from our leading lights and also some very commendable performances from our newest recruits. Well done to all who participated. For the record four of our runners, John Hennessy 10.10, Darragh Canavan 10.46, Matt Chojan 10.49 and Adam Duchnicz 10.51 broke the 11 minute barrier in the final fixture..
Bantry 10 Miler
The Mealagh Valley 10 Miler on Sunday week last saw Midleton’s Kevin Smith produce an outstanding time of 1:02:49 to finish in 6th place overall. Denis Kelleher (who only a few days previous had undertaken a 30 mile plus run as he looks ahead to the Ultra Marathon), also produced a very laudable performance chopping six minutes off his time in the 2010 race. Well done also to Paul Kierans and Marion Cotter who also produced very good performances on what is a very tough course.
BHAA Cross Country
Meantime, whilst the road action was in Bantry, on the same day the BHAA 5K Cross Country race was run in Beaumont Park. Here we had a sizeable Midleton entry with some great displays again forthcoming from our crew.
In fact we had three category winners with John Hennessy, Sally Drennan and Mary Toher all topping their sections. Congrats to all three and to Stan Byczek who was third man home in the Over 45 age category.
The next BHAA fixture will take place in the scenic surrounds of Fota Island Hotel over 5K on Sunday March 13th, with the Janssen ‘4’ Mile Race being held in Little Island a week later. Both races are scheduled for 11am.
Congratulations Ladies
The full team results of last year’s Munster Half Marathon Championships have only been announced within the last few days. There was great news for a number of our
ladies who have collected provincial medals following the race in Blarney. In the Senior Ladies category Sally Drennan, Breda Cahill and Anne Marie Perry won the bronze medals whilst Sally, Margaret Rohan and Joan McCarthy won the silver medals in the Masters category.
Important Club Meeting
Now just a final reminder to members that our club meeting will go ahead on this Thursday evening at O’Meara’s Bar in Ballinacurra (8.30pm) The purpose of the meeting is to elect a full set of officers, committee members, sub committees along with ladies and mens team captains to operate the club during the next 12 month period. Thereafter, there will also be a brief discussion to set the wheels in motion for this year’s Joe Hourigan Memorial Midleton AC ‘5’ Mile Race which will take place in early May.
Midleton AC Blog
Please remember to keep in touch with our club blog for daily updates and news, particularly in the lead up to Ballycotton on Sunday week.
The address is www.midletonathleticclub.blogspot.com
That’s it for this week – ‘keep on running’ and enjoy Ballycotton on Sunday week!
As our esteemed colleague Donie O’Connell annually remarks “this is our All Ireland Final”. Donie is of course referring to the Ballycotton ‘10’ as he again charts his training programme from early in the New Year to the first weekend in March.
- The feeling of excitement in the pre race build up for Donie and many more compares to the big match nerves in Croke Park. The walk up the steps afterwards to collect the water and goodies no doubt mirroring the sense of achievement as hurlers and footballers walk up the steps of the Hogan Stand to collect their spoils of victory.
Record Entry
This year Donie, who incidentally will wear number 2849 on big race day, has no less than 114 Midleton AC colleagues along side him on the entry list. By any standards it’s a huge gathering and even allowing for a number of absentees for one reason or another, the likelihood is that our club will have a record number of finishers this time around.
As always there is a considerable mix of young and not so young taking part, of experienced and novice runners and of course a wide variation of ambitions within the hearts and minds of all when Dick O’Brien’s anthem rings out.
Many will see the race as the chance to chase a personal best for the famous event, others will have no other objective but just to cross the finish line. It’s what makes the occasion so special, because on the village streets and on the country roads the reception is just as great for those at the back of the field as it for those chasing the big prizes.
New Members
Ballycotton 2011 will be particularly special for a number of our new members who have trained diligently under coach Vincent Connolly over the last eighteen months. In wishing all our members every success on the big day, we extend special words of good wishes to those who are running the race for the first time.
Remember the traditional run around the course is likely to happen again this coming weekend, so keep an ear out at training as various groups are likely to be heading in the direction of the picturesque fishing village on Saturday and Sunday.
As for the race day, as always the advice is to arrive in plenty of time. Major traffic restrictions will be in operation in the vicinity from early morning, with the park ‘n’ ride system again set to operate. In all cases please follow the advice of the stewards.
Help Needed
The race which in 1999, was ranked by the UK edition of ‘Runner’s World’ as second only to the London Marathon in these islands is now a massive undertaking for the organisers. If you are not running or you know somebody who is willing to help with stewarding etc please contact Tommy Hartnett on 086-2386390. Certainly the committee will need all hands on deck through out the day. By helping out in whatever role, one also gets the opportunity the sample the unique atmosphere that sets the event apart from all others.
In recent times some Midleton AC members have also followed a tradition of packing the famous race mug in advance of the weekend. This usually takes place on the Thursday or/and Friday night in the local Community Hall. Keep an eye to the Midleton AC blog next week for updated information.
MEANTIME THIS EVENING THE COMMITTE WILL BE PUTTING THE RACE PROGRAMME AND TIMING CHIP INTO ENVELOPES FOR POSTING LATER IN THE WEEK. THIS WILL HAPPEN BETWEEN 8PM AND APPROX 11PM - IF YOU CAN SPARE A HALF HOUR OR HOUR DURING THIS PERIOD THE COMMITTEE WOULD BE DELIGHTED TO SEE YOU AT THE COMMUNITY HALL NEXT TO THE SCHOOL.
Post Race Meal
Don’t forget to join us for all the inquests, reflections and discussion after the race by attending the customary Midleton AC post race dinner, which this year will be at Midleton Park Hotel. It represents tremendous value at just 15 euro for members. Pre booking is essential – please book and pay Edmond O’Sullivan at training on this Monday or Wednesday.
Neilus Aherne
Finally, remember our colleague Neilus Aherne Sports/Holistic Therapist is the man to contact for any advice on injury prevention and treatment over the next few weeks. In the countdown to Ballycotton, it’s important to have the legs in tip top shape - Neilus may be contacted on 086-8438355 for appointment and advice.
Race Action In Carrigaline
Action on Sunday last centred on Carrigaline, where the 22nd annual Tommy Ryan Memorial ‘5’ Miler was held. This is a tough test of speed and stamina as the undulating course gives very little time to relax. Certainly there was no relaxing judging by some of the performances produced by many our athletes. Noel O’Regan (2nd Over 40) was in top form finishing 15th overall in a time of 28:42. John Hennessy 29:14, Kevin Smith 29:41 and the returning Shane Cooney 29:53 all made light work of the course in recording sub 30 minute runs.
There were many more very good performances by many of our athletes.
East Cork 3K
There were plenty of bright orange t shirts to be seen following the conclusion of the East Cork 3K Winter Series last week. The Series featured some outstanding running from our leading lights and also some very commendable performances from our newest recruits. Well done to all who participated. For the record four of our runners, John Hennessy 10.10, Darragh Canavan 10.46, Matt Chojan 10.49 and Adam Duchnicz 10.51 broke the 11 minute barrier in the final fixture..
Bantry 10 Miler
The Mealagh Valley 10 Miler on Sunday week last saw Midleton’s Kevin Smith produce an outstanding time of 1:02:49 to finish in 6th place overall. Denis Kelleher (who only a few days previous had undertaken a 30 mile plus run as he looks ahead to the Ultra Marathon), also produced a very laudable performance chopping six minutes off his time in the 2010 race. Well done also to Paul Kierans and Marion Cotter who also produced very good performances on what is a very tough course.
BHAA Cross Country
Meantime, whilst the road action was in Bantry, on the same day the BHAA 5K Cross Country race was run in Beaumont Park. Here we had a sizeable Midleton entry with some great displays again forthcoming from our crew.
In fact we had three category winners with John Hennessy, Sally Drennan and Mary Toher all topping their sections. Congrats to all three and to Stan Byczek who was third man home in the Over 45 age category.
The next BHAA fixture will take place in the scenic surrounds of Fota Island Hotel over 5K on Sunday March 13th, with the Janssen ‘4’ Mile Race being held in Little Island a week later. Both races are scheduled for 11am.
Congratulations Ladies
The full team results of last year’s Munster Half Marathon Championships have only been announced within the last few days. There was great news for a number of our
ladies who have collected provincial medals following the race in Blarney. In the Senior Ladies category Sally Drennan, Breda Cahill and Anne Marie Perry won the bronze medals whilst Sally, Margaret Rohan and Joan McCarthy won the silver medals in the Masters category.
Important Club Meeting
Now just a final reminder to members that our club meeting will go ahead on this Thursday evening at O’Meara’s Bar in Ballinacurra (8.30pm) The purpose of the meeting is to elect a full set of officers, committee members, sub committees along with ladies and mens team captains to operate the club during the next 12 month period. Thereafter, there will also be a brief discussion to set the wheels in motion for this year’s Joe Hourigan Memorial Midleton AC ‘5’ Mile Race which will take place in early May.
Midleton AC Blog
Please remember to keep in touch with our club blog for daily updates and news, particularly in the lead up to Ballycotton on Sunday week.
The address is www.midletonathleticclub.blogspot.com
That’s it for this week – ‘keep on running’ and enjoy Ballycotton on Sunday week!
Sunday, 20 February 2011
Carrigaline 5 Results
Midleton AC Runners
15 O'REGAN, Noel Midleton AC M40 209 15 0:28:42
18 HENNESSY, John Midleton AC M40 277 18 0:29:14
25 SMITH, Kevin Midleton AC MS 229 25 0:29:41
28 COONEY, Shane Midleton AC MS 255 28 0:29:53
31 DALTON, Marc Midleton AC MS 230 31 0:30:28
46 DUCHNICZ, Adam Midleton AC MS 186 46 0:31:37
54 CHOJAN, Matthew Midleton AC MS 238 54 0:31:48
59 OCONNELL, Eoin Midleton AC MS 530 59 0:32:07
60 BYCZEK, Stanislaw Midleton AC M45 515 60 0:32:16
68 MCGRATH, Conor Midleton AC MS 234 68 0:33:05
71 MAHONEY, Trevor Midleton AC MS 501 71 0:33:27
100 KELLEHER, Denis Midleton AC M45 187 100 0:34
103 GEARY, Ann Midleton AC FS 227 103 0:34:3
164 O'KEEFE, Mary Midleton AC R5 196 164 0:37:44
182 MCCARTHY, Danny Midleton AC M60 239 182 0:38:55
277 MCCARTHY, Joan Midleton AC F50 236 277 0:50:07
282 O'MAHONY, Mary Midleton AC FS 280 282 0:52:17
Full Results
http://www.eagleac.net/index2.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=65&Itemid=43
Midleton AC Runners
15 O'REGAN, Noel Midleton AC M40 209 15 0:28:42
18 HENNESSY, John Midleton AC M40 277 18 0:29:14
25 SMITH, Kevin Midleton AC MS 229 25 0:29:41
28 COONEY, Shane Midleton AC MS 255 28 0:29:53
31 DALTON, Marc Midleton AC MS 230 31 0:30:28
46 DUCHNICZ, Adam Midleton AC MS 186 46 0:31:37
54 CHOJAN, Matthew Midleton AC MS 238 54 0:31:48
59 OCONNELL, Eoin Midleton AC MS 530 59 0:32:07
60 BYCZEK, Stanislaw Midleton AC M45 515 60 0:32:16
68 MCGRATH, Conor Midleton AC MS 234 68 0:33:05
71 MAHONEY, Trevor Midleton AC MS 501 71 0:33:27
100 KELLEHER, Denis Midleton AC M45 187 100 0:34
103 GEARY, Ann Midleton AC FS 227 103 0:34:3
164 O'KEEFE, Mary Midleton AC R5 196 164 0:37:44
182 MCCARTHY, Danny Midleton AC M60 239 182 0:38:55
277 MCCARTHY, Joan Midleton AC F50 236 277 0:50:07
282 O'MAHONY, Mary Midleton AC FS 280 282 0:52:17
Full Results
http://www.eagleac.net/index2.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=65&Itemid=43
Friday, 18 February 2011
Medals for the Ladies
Congradulations to two of our ladies teams who took medals in the
Munster Half Marathon Championships
In Blarney in Sept (results just announced)
Senior Ladies Club
Midleton 3rd (Bronze) Team
Sally Drennan
Breda Cahill
Anne Marie Perry
Master Women Club
Midleton 2ND (Silver) Team
Sally Drennan
Margaret Rohan
Joan Mc Carthy
Wednesday, 16 February 2011
Ballycotton 10 - Meal
The post Ballycotton dinner has been arranged this year by the Social Committee at the Midleton Park Hotel for 6.30pm on the 6th. Fabulous meal ( choice of main, deserts and tea/coffee) for the subsidized price of €15. Priority will go to those members who are entered to run the Ballycotton 10. So come on, get cracking and book your place so you can meet up with everyone else and let your hair down after completing “THE BIG ONE”………this is usually a great evening for all our Ballycotton 10 athletes.
Name and €15 to Edmond O’Sullivan before/after training on Mondays and Wednesdays
The post Ballycotton dinner has been arranged this year by the Social Committee at the Midleton Park Hotel for 6.30pm on the 6th. Fabulous meal ( choice of main, deserts and tea/coffee) for the subsidized price of €15. Priority will go to those members who are entered to run the Ballycotton 10. So come on, get cracking and book your place so you can meet up with everyone else and let your hair down after completing “THE BIG ONE”………this is usually a great evening for all our Ballycotton 10 athletes.
Name and €15 to Edmond O’Sullivan before/after training on Mondays and Wednesdays
PLEASE NOTE
PLACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO MEMBERS RUNNING THE
BALLYCOTTON 10
IN THE EVENT OF PLACES BECOMING SPARE PLEASE PUT THE NAMES ON THE WAITING LIST FOR PARTNERS OR CLUB MEMBERS NOT RUNNING THE RACE
Tuesday, 15 February 2011
Results of 3Km 15/02/2011
Midleton AC Runners
6 John Hennessy Midleton AC 10.10
16 Darragh Canavan Midleton AC 10.46
20 Matt Chojan Midleton AC 10.49
21 Adam Duchnicz Midleton AC 10.51
31 Stan Byczek Midleton AC 11.26
36 Eugene McCarthy Midleton AC 11.33
39 John Cashman Midleton AC 11.37
44 Caolan O'Brien Midleton AC 11.52
45 Mike Hallahan Midleton AC 11.52
49 Catherine Normoyle Midleton AC 12.10
52 Niall McCarthy Midleton AC 12.15
53 Darragh Thompson Midleton AC 12.17
56 Billy O'Sullivan Midleton AC 12.19
69 Claire Fitzgerald Midleton AC 12.44
71 Simon Thompson Midleton AC 12.50
77 John Carey Midleton AC 13.01
81 Caroline Flethcher Midleton AC 13.07
82 Michael Daly Midleton AC 13.08
83 Susan Delaney Midleton AC 13.10
84 Trish Murphy Midleton AC 13.16
88 Barry Ahern Midleton AC 13.38
90 Brian Healy Midleton AC 13.48
94 Frances Maunsell Midleton AC 14.03
96 Danny McCarthy Midleton AC 14.06
98 Catriona McGregor Midleton AC 14.08
99 Donie O'Connell Midleton AC 14.09
102 Jack Hallahan Midleton AC 14.23
104 Philip Mullane Midleton AC 14.42
115 Sinead Ivers Midleton AC 15.21
116 Noreen Fitzgerald Midleton AC 15.40
117 Ann Harrington Midleton AC 15.40
119 Susan Buckley Midleton AC 15.42
122 Marian Cotter Midleton AC 15.57
126 Marie Magan Midleton AC 16.14
128 Joy Sexton Midleton AC 16.22
131 Noreen Emerson Midleton AC 16.40
132 Colette Barry Midleton AC 17.17
134 Helen Gilroy Midleton AC 17.46
136 Paul Kierans Midleton AC 18.15
137 Susan McCarthy Midleton AC 20.09
138 Elaine Counihan Midleton AC 20.26
139 Marian Carroll Midleton AC 20.43
140 Kathleen O'Connell Midleton AC 21.40
Full results
1 Sean McGrath East Cork AC 9.01
2 Thomas Maunsell Leevale AC 9.24
3 Tony Kelleher Togher AC 9.28
4 James Curran St Finbarrs AC 9.38
5 Conor Tierney East Cork AC 10.03
6 John Hennessy Midleton AC 10.10
7 Denis Coughlan St Finbarrs AC 10.20
8 Cathal Kelly St Finbarrs AC 10.26
9 John Lynch East Cork AC 10.26
10 Eric Meade East Cork AC 10.28
11 Briain O'Tuama UCC AC 10.29
12 Denis McCarthy East Cork AC 10.30
13 Niamh Roe Eagle AC 10.31
14 Denis Dunne Eagle AC 10.32
15 Ronan Power Carrigtwohill 10.45
16 Darragh Canavan Midleton AC 10.46
17 Jonathan Finn Carrigtwohill 10.46
18 Josh O'Sullivan Hourihan Midleton College 10.46
19 Michael Mulcahy Knockraha 10.48
20 Matt Chojan Midleton AC 10.49
21 Adam Duchnicz Midleton AC 10.51
22 James Bermingham Fermoy 10.58
23 John Griffin Grange Fermoy AC 10.59
24 AJ Murphy Ballinacura 10.59
25 Ian O'Sullivan East Cork AC 11.01
26 David O'Dwyer East Cork AC 11.03
27 Paul Mullamphy Cork 11.04
28 John O'Callaghan Eagle AC 11.05
29 Niamh Walsh Youghal AC 11.05
30 John Dunphy Eagle AC 11.20
31 Stan Byczek Midleton AC 11.26
32 Cillian Lynch Midleton CBS 11.28
33 Trevor Collins Naas 11.29
34 Martin O'Reilly St Finbarrs AC 11.31
35 Paul Cleary East Cork AC 11.32
36 Eugene McCarthy Midleton AC 11.33
37 Aisling Moran UCC AC 11.34
38 Dave Creedon East Cork AC 11.35
39 John Cashman Midleton AC 11.37
40 Emmet Foley Whitegate 11.40
41 Romund Figielus Carrigtwohill 11.48
42 Pat Fogarty Glounthaune 11.49
43 Dermot O'Sullivan East Cork AC 11.50
44 Caolan O'Brien Midleton AC 11.52
45 Mike Hallahan Midleton AC 11.52
46 Tara Rhatigan UCC AC 11.53
47 Killian Deady Midleton CBS 12.00
48 John O'Farrell Midleton CBS 12.08
49 Catherine Normoyle Midleton AC 12.10
50 Stephen Burke Cork 12.12
51 Billy Power Passage West 12.13
52 Niall McCarthy Midleton AC 12.15
53 Darragh Thompson Midleton AC 12.17
54 Kieran Mulcahy St Finbarrs AC 12.18
55 Killian Nolan Youghal AC 12.18
56 Billy O'Sullivan Midleton AC 12.19
57 Kevin Rohan Midleton CBS 12.20
58 Fergal Quinlan Cork 12.21
59 Ted O'Leary West Waterford AC 12.25
60 Liam Morrissey Saleen 12.31
61 Tim McCarthy Carrigtwohill 12.33
62 Dave Smyth Midleton 12.36
63 Jimmy Murray Rising Sun AC 12.37
64 Shane Ruddle Ballinacura 12.39
65 Eadaoin O'Neill East Cork AC 12.40
66 Kevin Dunne Ballinacura 12.41
67 Aidan O'Herlihy Whitegate 12.42
68 Kevin Hayes St Catherines 12.43
69 Claire Fitzgerald Midleton AC 12.44
70 David O'Sullivan East Cork AC 12.46
71 Simon Thompson Midleton AC 12.50
72 Dave Barry Midleton 12.52
73 Dave Fleming Midleton 12.55
74 Declan Kearney Aghada 12.56
75 Ava Gaffney UCC AC 12.57
76 Leo O'Donovan Ballinacura 12.58
77 John Carey Midleton AC 13.01
78 Karen Grant Ballinacura 13.03
79 Batt Kearney Leevale AC 13.04
80 Thomas Nyhan Glounthaune 13.05
81 Caroline Flethcher Midleton AC 13.07
82 Michael Daly Midleton AC 13.08
83 Susan Delaney Midleton AC 13.10
84 Trish Murphy Midleton AC 13.16
85 John Walshe East Cork AC 13.28
86 Finbarr Lyons Midleton 13.36
87 Dara Healion ? 13.37
88 Barry Ahern Midleton AC 13.38
89 Sarah-Jo Sinnott UCC AC 13.42
90 Brian Healy Midleton AC 13.48
91 Padraig O'Regan Ladysbridge 13.49
92 Donal O'Donoghue Little Island 13.59
93 Andrew Williams Midleton CBS 14.01
94 Frances Maunsell Midleton AC 14.03
95 Jacuk Luczak Carrigtwohill 14.05
96 Danny McCarthy Midleton AC 14.06
97 Ines Figielus Carrigtwohill 14.06
98 Catriona McGregor Midleton AC 14.08
99 Donie O'Connell Midleton AC 14.09
100 Con Warren Carrigtwohill 14.19
101 Simon Fitzgerald Glounthaune 14.22
102 Jack Hallahan Midleton AC 14.23
103 Fiona O'Callaghan Aghada 14.34
104 Philip Mullane Midleton AC 14.42
105 Patrick Cotter Tower 14.42
106 Zac O'S-Hourihan Ballyandreen 14.44
107 Rachel Carey Youghal AC 14.45
108 Paul O'S-Hourihan East Cork AC 14.45
109 Eamonn Murphy St Patricks College 14.49
110 Colin O'Reilly Midleton CBS 14.57
111 Lochlann McCarthy Midleton 14.58
112 Barbara Curran St Patricks College 14.59
113 Mary Mulcahy St Finbarrs AC 15.08
114 John Corcoran Ballynoe 15.20
115 Sinead Ivers Midleton AC 15.21
116 Noreen Fitzgerald Midleton AC 15.40
117 Ann Harrington Midleton AC 15.40
118 Lisa Collins Cork 15.41
119 Susan Buckley Midleton AC 15.42
120 Eleanor Troy St Patricks College 15.54
121 Ann Gillen St Patricks College 15.55
122 Marian Cotter Midleton AC 15.57
123 Ciara Fitzgerald Carrigtwohill GNS 15.58
124 Norah O'Brien Carrigtwohill GNS 15.59
125 Jim Curtin East Cork AC 16.07
126 Marie Magan Midleton AC 16.14
127 Therese O'Donovan Cobh 16.17
128 Joy Sexton Midleton AC 16.22
129 Sean Emerson Midleton 16.29
130 Billy Caball Cork 16.30
131 Noreen Emerson Midleton AC 16.40
132 Colette Barry Midleton AC 17.17
133 Grainne Murphy Inniscarra 17.30
134 Helen Gilroy Midleton AC 17.46
135 Hannah Kierans Carrigtwohill 18.13
136 Paul Kierans Midleton AC 18.15
137 Susan McCarthy Midleton AC 20.09
138 Elaine Counihan Midleton AC 20.26
139 Marian Carroll Midleton AC 20.43
140 Kathleen O'Connell Midleton AC 21.40
141 Daragh Cashman Ballintotis 22.00
142 Eoin Cashman Ballintotis 22.00
Midleton AC Runners
6 John Hennessy Midleton AC 10.10
16 Darragh Canavan Midleton AC 10.46
20 Matt Chojan Midleton AC 10.49
21 Adam Duchnicz Midleton AC 10.51
31 Stan Byczek Midleton AC 11.26
36 Eugene McCarthy Midleton AC 11.33
39 John Cashman Midleton AC 11.37
44 Caolan O'Brien Midleton AC 11.52
45 Mike Hallahan Midleton AC 11.52
49 Catherine Normoyle Midleton AC 12.10
52 Niall McCarthy Midleton AC 12.15
53 Darragh Thompson Midleton AC 12.17
56 Billy O'Sullivan Midleton AC 12.19
69 Claire Fitzgerald Midleton AC 12.44
71 Simon Thompson Midleton AC 12.50
77 John Carey Midleton AC 13.01
81 Caroline Flethcher Midleton AC 13.07
82 Michael Daly Midleton AC 13.08
83 Susan Delaney Midleton AC 13.10
84 Trish Murphy Midleton AC 13.16
88 Barry Ahern Midleton AC 13.38
90 Brian Healy Midleton AC 13.48
94 Frances Maunsell Midleton AC 14.03
96 Danny McCarthy Midleton AC 14.06
98 Catriona McGregor Midleton AC 14.08
99 Donie O'Connell Midleton AC 14.09
102 Jack Hallahan Midleton AC 14.23
104 Philip Mullane Midleton AC 14.42
115 Sinead Ivers Midleton AC 15.21
116 Noreen Fitzgerald Midleton AC 15.40
117 Ann Harrington Midleton AC 15.40
119 Susan Buckley Midleton AC 15.42
122 Marian Cotter Midleton AC 15.57
126 Marie Magan Midleton AC 16.14
128 Joy Sexton Midleton AC 16.22
131 Noreen Emerson Midleton AC 16.40
132 Colette Barry Midleton AC 17.17
134 Helen Gilroy Midleton AC 17.46
136 Paul Kierans Midleton AC 18.15
137 Susan McCarthy Midleton AC 20.09
138 Elaine Counihan Midleton AC 20.26
139 Marian Carroll Midleton AC 20.43
140 Kathleen O'Connell Midleton AC 21.40
Full results
1 Sean McGrath East Cork AC 9.01
2 Thomas Maunsell Leevale AC 9.24
3 Tony Kelleher Togher AC 9.28
4 James Curran St Finbarrs AC 9.38
5 Conor Tierney East Cork AC 10.03
6 John Hennessy Midleton AC 10.10
7 Denis Coughlan St Finbarrs AC 10.20
8 Cathal Kelly St Finbarrs AC 10.26
9 John Lynch East Cork AC 10.26
10 Eric Meade East Cork AC 10.28
11 Briain O'Tuama UCC AC 10.29
12 Denis McCarthy East Cork AC 10.30
13 Niamh Roe Eagle AC 10.31
14 Denis Dunne Eagle AC 10.32
15 Ronan Power Carrigtwohill 10.45
16 Darragh Canavan Midleton AC 10.46
17 Jonathan Finn Carrigtwohill 10.46
18 Josh O'Sullivan Hourihan Midleton College 10.46
19 Michael Mulcahy Knockraha 10.48
20 Matt Chojan Midleton AC 10.49
21 Adam Duchnicz Midleton AC 10.51
22 James Bermingham Fermoy 10.58
23 John Griffin Grange Fermoy AC 10.59
24 AJ Murphy Ballinacura 10.59
25 Ian O'Sullivan East Cork AC 11.01
26 David O'Dwyer East Cork AC 11.03
27 Paul Mullamphy Cork 11.04
28 John O'Callaghan Eagle AC 11.05
29 Niamh Walsh Youghal AC 11.05
30 John Dunphy Eagle AC 11.20
31 Stan Byczek Midleton AC 11.26
32 Cillian Lynch Midleton CBS 11.28
33 Trevor Collins Naas 11.29
34 Martin O'Reilly St Finbarrs AC 11.31
35 Paul Cleary East Cork AC 11.32
36 Eugene McCarthy Midleton AC 11.33
37 Aisling Moran UCC AC 11.34
38 Dave Creedon East Cork AC 11.35
39 John Cashman Midleton AC 11.37
40 Emmet Foley Whitegate 11.40
41 Romund Figielus Carrigtwohill 11.48
42 Pat Fogarty Glounthaune 11.49
43 Dermot O'Sullivan East Cork AC 11.50
44 Caolan O'Brien Midleton AC 11.52
45 Mike Hallahan Midleton AC 11.52
46 Tara Rhatigan UCC AC 11.53
47 Killian Deady Midleton CBS 12.00
48 John O'Farrell Midleton CBS 12.08
49 Catherine Normoyle Midleton AC 12.10
50 Stephen Burke Cork 12.12
51 Billy Power Passage West 12.13
52 Niall McCarthy Midleton AC 12.15
53 Darragh Thompson Midleton AC 12.17
54 Kieran Mulcahy St Finbarrs AC 12.18
55 Killian Nolan Youghal AC 12.18
56 Billy O'Sullivan Midleton AC 12.19
57 Kevin Rohan Midleton CBS 12.20
58 Fergal Quinlan Cork 12.21
59 Ted O'Leary West Waterford AC 12.25
60 Liam Morrissey Saleen 12.31
61 Tim McCarthy Carrigtwohill 12.33
62 Dave Smyth Midleton 12.36
63 Jimmy Murray Rising Sun AC 12.37
64 Shane Ruddle Ballinacura 12.39
65 Eadaoin O'Neill East Cork AC 12.40
66 Kevin Dunne Ballinacura 12.41
67 Aidan O'Herlihy Whitegate 12.42
68 Kevin Hayes St Catherines 12.43
69 Claire Fitzgerald Midleton AC 12.44
70 David O'Sullivan East Cork AC 12.46
71 Simon Thompson Midleton AC 12.50
72 Dave Barry Midleton 12.52
73 Dave Fleming Midleton 12.55
74 Declan Kearney Aghada 12.56
75 Ava Gaffney UCC AC 12.57
76 Leo O'Donovan Ballinacura 12.58
77 John Carey Midleton AC 13.01
78 Karen Grant Ballinacura 13.03
79 Batt Kearney Leevale AC 13.04
80 Thomas Nyhan Glounthaune 13.05
81 Caroline Flethcher Midleton AC 13.07
82 Michael Daly Midleton AC 13.08
83 Susan Delaney Midleton AC 13.10
84 Trish Murphy Midleton AC 13.16
85 John Walshe East Cork AC 13.28
86 Finbarr Lyons Midleton 13.36
87 Dara Healion ? 13.37
88 Barry Ahern Midleton AC 13.38
89 Sarah-Jo Sinnott UCC AC 13.42
90 Brian Healy Midleton AC 13.48
91 Padraig O'Regan Ladysbridge 13.49
92 Donal O'Donoghue Little Island 13.59
93 Andrew Williams Midleton CBS 14.01
94 Frances Maunsell Midleton AC 14.03
95 Jacuk Luczak Carrigtwohill 14.05
96 Danny McCarthy Midleton AC 14.06
97 Ines Figielus Carrigtwohill 14.06
98 Catriona McGregor Midleton AC 14.08
99 Donie O'Connell Midleton AC 14.09
100 Con Warren Carrigtwohill 14.19
101 Simon Fitzgerald Glounthaune 14.22
102 Jack Hallahan Midleton AC 14.23
103 Fiona O'Callaghan Aghada 14.34
104 Philip Mullane Midleton AC 14.42
105 Patrick Cotter Tower 14.42
106 Zac O'S-Hourihan Ballyandreen 14.44
107 Rachel Carey Youghal AC 14.45
108 Paul O'S-Hourihan East Cork AC 14.45
109 Eamonn Murphy St Patricks College 14.49
110 Colin O'Reilly Midleton CBS 14.57
111 Lochlann McCarthy Midleton 14.58
112 Barbara Curran St Patricks College 14.59
113 Mary Mulcahy St Finbarrs AC 15.08
114 John Corcoran Ballynoe 15.20
115 Sinead Ivers Midleton AC 15.21
116 Noreen Fitzgerald Midleton AC 15.40
117 Ann Harrington Midleton AC 15.40
118 Lisa Collins Cork 15.41
119 Susan Buckley Midleton AC 15.42
120 Eleanor Troy St Patricks College 15.54
121 Ann Gillen St Patricks College 15.55
122 Marian Cotter Midleton AC 15.57
123 Ciara Fitzgerald Carrigtwohill GNS 15.58
124 Norah O'Brien Carrigtwohill GNS 15.59
125 Jim Curtin East Cork AC 16.07
126 Marie Magan Midleton AC 16.14
127 Therese O'Donovan Cobh 16.17
128 Joy Sexton Midleton AC 16.22
129 Sean Emerson Midleton 16.29
130 Billy Caball Cork 16.30
131 Noreen Emerson Midleton AC 16.40
132 Colette Barry Midleton AC 17.17
133 Grainne Murphy Inniscarra 17.30
134 Helen Gilroy Midleton AC 17.46
135 Hannah Kierans Carrigtwohill 18.13
136 Paul Kierans Midleton AC 18.15
137 Susan McCarthy Midleton AC 20.09
138 Elaine Counihan Midleton AC 20.26
139 Marian Carroll Midleton AC 20.43
140 Kathleen O'Connell Midleton AC 21.40
141 Daragh Cashman Ballintotis 22.00
142 Eoin Cashman Ballintotis 22.00
Friday, 11 February 2011
Well Done Sally
Belated congratulations to our ladies team captain Sally Drennan who had a superb run in last Sunday’s AAL National Masters Intermediate Cross Country Championships in Dublin.
You once again did your club and county proud.
Also dont forget the rest of us have a chance to try out cross country running in a nice non competitive athmosphere next Sunday (see below for details)
Weekend Races
This weekend the Mealagh Valley Ring 10 Mile Road Race organised by Bantry AC takes place in West Cork – starting at 12 noon. More information from 087-6173376
Meantime at 11am the BHAA Cross Country race over 5K takes place at Baaumont Park in Ballintemple – entries and changing at Cork Constitution Rugby Club.
The final East Cork AC 3K is on Tuesday next February 15th.
Invitation
The owners of the new running shop – Tri ‘n Run have issued an open invitation to all our members to join them at 6pm on Friday next Feb 18th for the official opening of their new premises at The Square in Midleton. The ceremony will be performed by the one and only Catherina McKiernan.
Belated congratulations to our ladies team captain Sally Drennan who had a superb run in last Sunday’s AAL National Masters Intermediate Cross Country Championships in Dublin.
You once again did your club and county proud.
Also dont forget the rest of us have a chance to try out cross country running in a nice non competitive athmosphere next Sunday (see below for details)
Weekend Races
This weekend the Mealagh Valley Ring 10 Mile Road Race organised by Bantry AC takes place in West Cork – starting at 12 noon. More information from 087-6173376
Meantime at 11am the BHAA Cross Country race over 5K takes place at Baaumont Park in Ballintemple – entries and changing at Cork Constitution Rugby Club.
The final East Cork AC 3K is on Tuesday next February 15th.
Invitation
The owners of the new running shop – Tri ‘n Run have issued an open invitation to all our members to join them at 6pm on Friday next Feb 18th for the official opening of their new premises at The Square in Midleton. The ceremony will be performed by the one and only Catherina McKiernan.
Wednesday, 9 February 2011
BALLYCOTTON 10
BALLYCOTTON 10
AFTER RACE DINNER
“ The post Ballycotton dinner has been arranged this year by the Social Committee at the Midleton Park Hotel for 6.30pm on the 6th. Fabulous meal ( choice of main, deserts and tea/coffee) for the subsidized price of €15.
“ The post Ballycotton dinner has been arranged this year by the Social Committee at the Midleton Park Hotel for 6.30pm on the 6th. Fabulous meal ( choice of main, deserts and tea/coffee) for the subsidized price of €15.
Priority will go to those members who are entered to run the Ballycotton 10. So come on, get cracking and book your place so you can meet up with everyone else and let your hair down after completing “THE BIG ONE”………this is usually a great evening for all our Ballycotton 10 athletes. Name and €15 to Edmond O’Sullivan before/after training on Mondays and Wednesdays. “
CLUB GEAR
CLUB GEAR
Get your Midleton AC colours NOW and wear them
with pride in the Ballycotton 10
On this Wednesday February 9th and on the following Wednesday February 16th, (6.45pm to 7.15pm on both occasions) our Clothing Officer Claire Fitzgerald will on hand at training with a wide selection of Midleton AC merchandise for sale.
All items are greatly subsidised by Midleton AC and thus represent great value as follows - . Tracksuits €50 Rain Jackets €25 Beanie hats €5 T shirts €15 and
On this Wednesday February 9th and on the following Wednesday February 16th, (6.45pm to 7.15pm on both occasions) our Clothing Officer Claire Fitzgerald will on hand at training with a wide selection of Midleton AC merchandise for sale.
All items are greatly subsidised by Midleton AC and thus represent great value as follows - . Tracksuits €50 Rain Jackets €25 Beanie hats €5 T shirts €15 and
Singlets €15. New in stock Crop Tops now also available.
WELL DONE TO ALL RUNNERS!
E MAIL FROM WEST WATERFORD AC
WELL DONE TO ALL RUNNERS!
E MAIL FROM WEST WATERFORD AC
On behalf of everyone at West Waterford A.C. congratulations and well done to each and every athlete who took part in the recent Quantum Life Dungarvan 10. We hope you had a good day out and achieved your own personal goal time for the race.
Just to let you know that a full set of results are now available on the website www.dungarvan10mile.org as well as many photos of the day.
We hope to see you all back in Dungarvan for another great day out in 2012!
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Monday, 7 February 2011
Midleton AC Senior Section News
Before we talk running, a few words regarding some important dates to log in the diary.
On this Wednesday February 9thth and on the following Wednesday February 16th, (6.45pm to 7.15pm on both occasions) our Clothing Officer Claire Fitzgerald will on hand at training with a wide selection of Midleton AC merchandise for sale.
All items are greatly subsidised by Midleton AC and thus represent great value as follows - . Tracksuits €50 Rain Jackets €25 Beanie hats €5 T shirts €15 and Singlets €15.
Midleton AC has developed a great identity in recent years as one of the largest clubs in the Munster region. It is encouraging to see the club colours worn with pride at so many races in so many different locations. So, with Ballycotton on the radar, make sure you are fully kitted out for the big day and the long year ahead.
Club Meeting
the other significant date concerns our important club meeting which is scheduled for Thursday February 24th at O’Mearas Bar, Main Street Ballinacurra. By then all the necessary documentation regarding membership should be in place and our club will be all set to focus on the year ahead. Administration wise there is now a considerable amount of work required to ensure the smooth running of a sports club which has extended to it’s current size.
This year the intention is to expand the number of officers further, to include a number of new roles and of course to continue with the formation of sub committees. Business thereafter for the year can then be delegated to the incoming
officers/committee and various sub committees. So please come along and play your part and have your say. Many hands make light work.
- One other important item on the agenda is our own Midelton AC ‘5’ Mile Road Race which is coming on the horizon. The aforememntioned meeting will also afford the opportunity to initially set the wheels in motion, from which the race can be organised.
Dungarvan Success
All round it seems the Quantum Life Dungarvan ’10’ was a very successful occasion. Certainly the picture post card view on the descent to the town before the race set the tone for what was a great sporting and social occasion. Although there was a sting in the late winter sunshine, conditions were close to perfect for the opening fixture of this year’s John Buckley Sports Munster Series.
Our club had arguably it’s greatest ever participation in the big race with seasoned campaigners and first timers all producing excellent displays.
Up front Kevin Smith delivered another accomplished performance averaging 6:07 per mile to cross the line in 1:01:07. Next home were a brace of runners currently in superb form – both Marc Dalton 1:03:30 and Darragh Canavan 1:03:43 look set for a really serious season after hitting this level in January.
Newcomer Matt Chojan crossed the line in just over 65 minutes whilst Mick Murphy had a very steady run in just over 68 minutes. Adrian Williams exceeded his own target with a splendid 68 also, which leaves him in great shape as he advances his marathon preparations. One of the performances of the day was produced by Fergal O’Meara, who ripped his own personal best to shreds with an outstanding run of 1:08:06. All the hard work is certainly paying rich dividends for Fergal as he also counts down to Rotterdam.
Just behind were two more athletes with longer runs in their sights. Both Brian Nolan and Kevin Cooney came home in just over 69 minutes to give their preparations a further boost.
Marion Aherne in just over 73 minutes produced another excellent run to lead our strong ladies challenge. Sally Drennan, Breda Cahill and Marie Murphy were all close behind. mongst our other runners to enjoy good outings were Claire Fitzgerald, Deidere Aherne, Ann Marie Perry, Kevin Morrisson, Mary Keane, Brian Kenneally, Simon Thompson and Paul Kierans.
As I’m sure you will understand it is impossible to mention and indeed accurately analyse all our runners. It would be great to give me a shout if a pb is recorded as a chance meeting is my only way of finding out - so do not be modest!
Next up in the Series is of course Ballycotton on Sunday March 6th – no less than 115 Midleton AC competitors have entered in what promises to be another great sporting and social occasion. Our social committee are again planning a meal for the evening of the race – more details soon.
East Cork 3K
The highly popular East Cork AC 3K Series will conclude on Tuesday February 15th. It has been another successful venture which again has seen numbers soar during the winter months. Many of our new club numbers ran their first race during this series whilst many regulars made outstanding progress during the last few races recording personal best times in the process. Well done to all! Remember all the results of this year’s series so far can be tracked back on our club blog, so have a quick check if you wish to recall your best time to date. Incidentally all runners who complete five of the seven races receive a souvenir long sleeve t shirt.
Club Membership
Just a final reminder that all outstanding membership should be paid to registrar Danny McCarthy at training on Monday or Wednesday this week.
BHAA Cross Country
Next Sunday sees the BHAA host their annual cross country race over 5K at Beaumont Park near Blackrock (11am). Our ladies captain Sally Dreenan sends members the following message.
“This winter several Midleton AC members tried out cross country races for the first time. The feedback has been very positive. We are hoping that next season we may be able to interest even more people in cross country and be in a position to field a couple of teams at least at county level, if not beyond. If there is anyone out there who has ever considered cross country, but doesn't know where to start or what is involved, there is a great opportunity coming up. On Sunday next, in Beaumont, Blackrock the BHAA are holding their annual cross country race. It is a 5 km race, incorporating a steep hill, but is a lovely course. Afterwards there are the usual plentiful refreshments. For running cross country you really need running spikes, but don't let that put you off giving this one a go in ordinary runners. You will at least get a taste of cross country and hopefully be encouraged to enter a few more races next autumn”
Cork Team
Sally and her club colleague Joan Hough are great examples of how to combine road running and cross country. Last Sunday the duo were honoured when selected as part of the Cork team for the All Ireland Masters Championships in Dublin. Many congratulations to you both from all at Midleton AC.
Fixtures
Before concluding, here is a quick summary of upcoming road races.
The Meelagh Valley Run over 10 Miles also takes part in Bantry next Sunday, whilst back on the roads the Carrigaline 5 Mile Race on Sunday February 20th is the next big club race on the horizon. After Ballycotton on March 6th, the former ESB 5K race has a new beginning under the banner of the Fota Island 5K on Sunday March 13th (11am). Then on St Patrick’s Day Rising Sun AC promote the Ballinhassig 4 miler (11am) before action switches back to the BHAA programme with the Janssen 4 Mile event on Sunday March 20th. Then, it’s back to the Munster 10 Mile Series - remember the rescheduled Mallow ‘10’ is on Sunday March 27th.
Incidentally looking further ahead the first evening fixture of 2011 will be the Ballintotis ‘4’ on Wednesday April 20th.
Until next time ‘keep on running’.
Before we talk running, a few words regarding some important dates to log in the diary.
On this Wednesday February 9thth and on the following Wednesday February 16th, (6.45pm to 7.15pm on both occasions) our Clothing Officer Claire Fitzgerald will on hand at training with a wide selection of Midleton AC merchandise for sale.
All items are greatly subsidised by Midleton AC and thus represent great value as follows - . Tracksuits €50 Rain Jackets €25 Beanie hats €5 T shirts €15 and Singlets €15.
Midleton AC has developed a great identity in recent years as one of the largest clubs in the Munster region. It is encouraging to see the club colours worn with pride at so many races in so many different locations. So, with Ballycotton on the radar, make sure you are fully kitted out for the big day and the long year ahead.
Club Meeting
the other significant date concerns our important club meeting which is scheduled for Thursday February 24th at O’Mearas Bar, Main Street Ballinacurra. By then all the necessary documentation regarding membership should be in place and our club will be all set to focus on the year ahead. Administration wise there is now a considerable amount of work required to ensure the smooth running of a sports club which has extended to it’s current size.
This year the intention is to expand the number of officers further, to include a number of new roles and of course to continue with the formation of sub committees. Business thereafter for the year can then be delegated to the incoming
officers/committee and various sub committees. So please come along and play your part and have your say. Many hands make light work.
- One other important item on the agenda is our own Midelton AC ‘5’ Mile Road Race which is coming on the horizon. The aforememntioned meeting will also afford the opportunity to initially set the wheels in motion, from which the race can be organised.
Dungarvan Success
All round it seems the Quantum Life Dungarvan ’10’ was a very successful occasion. Certainly the picture post card view on the descent to the town before the race set the tone for what was a great sporting and social occasion. Although there was a sting in the late winter sunshine, conditions were close to perfect for the opening fixture of this year’s John Buckley Sports Munster Series.
Our club had arguably it’s greatest ever participation in the big race with seasoned campaigners and first timers all producing excellent displays.
Up front Kevin Smith delivered another accomplished performance averaging 6:07 per mile to cross the line in 1:01:07. Next home were a brace of runners currently in superb form – both Marc Dalton 1:03:30 and Darragh Canavan 1:03:43 look set for a really serious season after hitting this level in January.
Newcomer Matt Chojan crossed the line in just over 65 minutes whilst Mick Murphy had a very steady run in just over 68 minutes. Adrian Williams exceeded his own target with a splendid 68 also, which leaves him in great shape as he advances his marathon preparations. One of the performances of the day was produced by Fergal O’Meara, who ripped his own personal best to shreds with an outstanding run of 1:08:06. All the hard work is certainly paying rich dividends for Fergal as he also counts down to Rotterdam.
Just behind were two more athletes with longer runs in their sights. Both Brian Nolan and Kevin Cooney came home in just over 69 minutes to give their preparations a further boost.
Marion Aherne in just over 73 minutes produced another excellent run to lead our strong ladies challenge. Sally Drennan, Breda Cahill and Marie Murphy were all close behind. mongst our other runners to enjoy good outings were Claire Fitzgerald, Deidere Aherne, Ann Marie Perry, Kevin Morrisson, Mary Keane, Brian Kenneally, Simon Thompson and Paul Kierans.
As I’m sure you will understand it is impossible to mention and indeed accurately analyse all our runners. It would be great to give me a shout if a pb is recorded as a chance meeting is my only way of finding out - so do not be modest!
Next up in the Series is of course Ballycotton on Sunday March 6th – no less than 115 Midleton AC competitors have entered in what promises to be another great sporting and social occasion. Our social committee are again planning a meal for the evening of the race – more details soon.
East Cork 3K
The highly popular East Cork AC 3K Series will conclude on Tuesday February 15th. It has been another successful venture which again has seen numbers soar during the winter months. Many of our new club numbers ran their first race during this series whilst many regulars made outstanding progress during the last few races recording personal best times in the process. Well done to all! Remember all the results of this year’s series so far can be tracked back on our club blog, so have a quick check if you wish to recall your best time to date. Incidentally all runners who complete five of the seven races receive a souvenir long sleeve t shirt.
Club Membership
Just a final reminder that all outstanding membership should be paid to registrar Danny McCarthy at training on Monday or Wednesday this week.
BHAA Cross Country
Next Sunday sees the BHAA host their annual cross country race over 5K at Beaumont Park near Blackrock (11am). Our ladies captain Sally Dreenan sends members the following message.
“This winter several Midleton AC members tried out cross country races for the first time. The feedback has been very positive. We are hoping that next season we may be able to interest even more people in cross country and be in a position to field a couple of teams at least at county level, if not beyond. If there is anyone out there who has ever considered cross country, but doesn't know where to start or what is involved, there is a great opportunity coming up. On Sunday next, in Beaumont, Blackrock the BHAA are holding their annual cross country race. It is a 5 km race, incorporating a steep hill, but is a lovely course. Afterwards there are the usual plentiful refreshments. For running cross country you really need running spikes, but don't let that put you off giving this one a go in ordinary runners. You will at least get a taste of cross country and hopefully be encouraged to enter a few more races next autumn”
Cork Team
Sally and her club colleague Joan Hough are great examples of how to combine road running and cross country. Last Sunday the duo were honoured when selected as part of the Cork team for the All Ireland Masters Championships in Dublin. Many congratulations to you both from all at Midleton AC.
Fixtures
Before concluding, here is a quick summary of upcoming road races.
The Meelagh Valley Run over 10 Miles also takes part in Bantry next Sunday, whilst back on the roads the Carrigaline 5 Mile Race on Sunday February 20th is the next big club race on the horizon. After Ballycotton on March 6th, the former ESB 5K race has a new beginning under the banner of the Fota Island 5K on Sunday March 13th (11am). Then on St Patrick’s Day Rising Sun AC promote the Ballinhassig 4 miler (11am) before action switches back to the BHAA programme with the Janssen 4 Mile event on Sunday March 20th. Then, it’s back to the Munster 10 Mile Series - remember the rescheduled Mallow ‘10’ is on Sunday March 27th.
Incidentally looking further ahead the first evening fixture of 2011 will be the Ballintotis ‘4’ on Wednesday April 20th.
Until next time ‘keep on running’.
Friday, 4 February 2011
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MIDLETON'S
SALLY DRENNAN & JOAN HOUGH
WHO HAVE BEEN SELECTED TO REPRESENT CORK IN SUNDAY'S
ALL IRELAND MASTERS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
MIDLETON'S
SALLY DRENNAN & JOAN HOUGH
WHO HAVE BEEN SELECTED TO REPRESENT CORK IN SUNDAY'S
ALL IRELAND MASTERS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
IN DUBLIN
(see post below and this could be you next year)
THE FULL CORK TEAMS ARE AS FOLLOWS
Intermediate Men
Michael Herlihy, North Cork AC
Thomas Maunsell, Leevale
Con Marshall, St Finbarrs
John Meade, St Finbarrs
Cathal O’ Donovan, St Finbarrs
Frank O’ Carroll, East Cork
Diarmaid Collins. East Cork
Tim O’ Donoghue, East Cork
Kevin Wilmot, Bandon
Masters Men – M40
Tom Laffan, Bandon
John Dunphy, Eagle
Donnacha O'Mahoney, East Cork
Eric Meade, East Cork
Denis McCarthy, East Cork
Frank Hayes, East Cork
Masters Men – M50
Joe Murphy, Eagle
Pat Murphy, Eagle
John Quigley, Eagle
Eamonn McEvoy, St Finbarrs
Dan Kennedy, St Finbarrs
Willie Hayes, St Finbarrs
Michael Murphy, St Finbarrs
Brian Parkinson, East Cork
Intermediate Women
Sinéad O'Connor, Leevale
Annette Quaid, Leevale
Jessica Vonhatten, Leevale
Nollaigh Hunter, Leevale
Niamh Walsh, Youghal AC
Davina Fenton, St Finbarrs
Gill Cotter, St Finbarrs
Valerie Vaughan, St Finbarrs
Masters Women - W40
Carmel Crowley, Bandon AC
Sally Drennan, Midleton AC
Margo Dinan, St Finbarrs
Mary Murphy, St Finbarrs
Ger O'Shea, St Finbarrs
Kitty Buckley, St Finbarrs
Mary O' Keeffe, Youghal AC
Masters Women - W50
Carmel Parnell, Leevale
Joan Hough, Midleton
Mary Sweeney, St Finbarrs
Ann Donnelly, St Finbarrs
Marian Lyons, St Finbarrs
Amanda Stavrou, St Finbarrs
THE FULL CORK TEAMS ARE AS FOLLOWS
Intermediate Men
Michael Herlihy, North Cork AC
Thomas Maunsell, Leevale
Con Marshall, St Finbarrs
John Meade, St Finbarrs
Cathal O’ Donovan, St Finbarrs
Frank O’ Carroll, East Cork
Diarmaid Collins. East Cork
Tim O’ Donoghue, East Cork
Kevin Wilmot, Bandon
Masters Men – M40
Tom Laffan, Bandon
John Dunphy, Eagle
Donnacha O'Mahoney, East Cork
Eric Meade, East Cork
Denis McCarthy, East Cork
Frank Hayes, East Cork
Masters Men – M50
Joe Murphy, Eagle
Pat Murphy, Eagle
John Quigley, Eagle
Eamonn McEvoy, St Finbarrs
Dan Kennedy, St Finbarrs
Willie Hayes, St Finbarrs
Michael Murphy, St Finbarrs
Brian Parkinson, East Cork
Intermediate Women
Sinéad O'Connor, Leevale
Annette Quaid, Leevale
Jessica Vonhatten, Leevale
Nollaigh Hunter, Leevale
Niamh Walsh, Youghal AC
Davina Fenton, St Finbarrs
Gill Cotter, St Finbarrs
Valerie Vaughan, St Finbarrs
Masters Women - W40
Carmel Crowley, Bandon AC
Sally Drennan, Midleton AC
Margo Dinan, St Finbarrs
Mary Murphy, St Finbarrs
Ger O'Shea, St Finbarrs
Kitty Buckley, St Finbarrs
Mary O' Keeffe, Youghal AC
Masters Women - W50
Carmel Parnell, Leevale
Joan Hough, Midleton
Mary Sweeney, St Finbarrs
Ann Donnelly, St Finbarrs
Marian Lyons, St Finbarrs
Amanda Stavrou, St Finbarrs
Tuesday, 1 February 2011
Cross Country For Everyone Yes All Levels
Give it A Try
This winter several Midleton AC members tried out cross country races for the first time. The feedback has been very positive. We are hoping that next season we may be able to interest even more people in cross country and be in a position to field a couple of teams at least at county level, if not beyond.
This winter several Midleton AC members tried out cross country races for the first time. The feedback has been very positive. We are hoping that next season we may be able to interest even more people in cross country and be in a position to field a couple of teams at least at county level, if not beyond.
If there is anyone out there who has ever considered cross country, but doesn't know where to start or what is involved, there is a great opportunity coming up. On Sunday, February 13, in Beaumont, Blackrock the BHAA are holding their annual cross country race.
It is a 5 km race, incorporating a steep hill,(up and down) but is a lovely course. Afterwards there are the usual plentiful refreshments. For running cross country you really need running spikes, but don't let that put you off giving this one a go in ordinary runners.
You will at least get a taste of cross country and hopefully be encouraged to enter a few more races next autumn.
Regards
Sally Drennan
Regards
Sally Drennan
The List you have all been waiting for
BALLYCOTTON ‘10’ 2011
Competitors in the Midleton AC team. (We have 115 official entries there may be a few others who were not in the club at the time of entry who have since joined)
BALLYCOTTON ‘10’ 2011
Competitors in the Midleton AC team. (We have 115 official entries there may be a few others who were not in the club at the time of entry who have since joined)
And we wish to remind you all again that if you are not running please under NO circumstances give your number to someone else
Number Name Team Race Age Category
77 HEALY, Brian Midleton AC M45
135 BEAUSANG, Margaret Midleton AC F50
176 BARRY, Colette Midleton AC F
520 DAY, Brenda Midleton AC F35
539 MURPHY, Marie Midleton AC F
674 KELLEHER, Denis Midleton AC M45
705 KIERANS, Sile Midleton AC F40
706 KIERANS, Paul Midleton AC M45
708 GILROY, Helen Midleton AC F45
712 O'KEEFFE, Mary Midleton AC F45
884 MAUNSELL, Francis Midleton AC M
1068 CUSACK, Thomas Midleton AC M40
1260 O'DOHERTY, Maura Midleton AC F35
1317 BRACKEN, Sinead Midleton AC F
1392 MURPHY, Michael Midleton AC M
1538 JORDAN, Colm Midleton AC M
1653 SMIDDY, Phil Midleton AC F
1703 KENNEDY, Yvonne Midleton AC F
1848 CASEY, Tom Midleton AC M40
1882 MCPHERSON, Nicola Midleton AC F
1883 COONEY, Kevin Midleton AC M45
1987 IVERS, Sinead Midleton AC F
2035 HENNESSY, Elaine Midleton AC F50
2036 O'CONNOR, Barbara Midleton AC F35
2058 ROHAN, Margaret Midleton AC F50
2061 MULLANE, Philip Midleton AC M
2104 DALTON, Marc Midleton AC M
2134 CANAVAN, Darragh Midleton AC M
2151 MCGRATH, Marie Midleton AC F40
2168 O'CONNELL, Owen Midleton AC M
2210 COTTER, Marion Midleton AC F
2288 AHERNE, Deirdre Midleton AC F
2344 O'CONNOR, Camilla Midleton AC F40
2364 CONNOLLY, Vincent Midleton AC M50
2379 GEARY, Michelle Midleton AC F40
2431 MURPHY, Trish Midleton AC F40
2458 O'NEILL, Niall Midleton AC M40
2462 HICKEY, Denise Midleton AC F35
2505 DALY, Mary Midleton AC F
2527 WALSH, Mark Midleton AC M50
2528 WALSH, Mary B Midleton AC F45
2531 O'LEARY, Clare Midleton AC F
2536 RYAN, Elga Midleton AC F35
2537 BRENOCK, Catriona Midleton AC F35
2551 GEARY, Helen Midleton AC F40
2552 SMITH, Kevin Midleton AC M
2554 MCGRATH, Conor Midleton AC M
2598 EGAN, Colm Midleton AC M40
2600 MCCARTHY, Joan Midleton AC F50
2601 MCCARTHY, Danny Midleton AC M60
2602 TOHER, Mary Midleton AC F50
2628 O'SULLIVAN, Sean Midleton AC M40
2630 BARRY, Margaret Midleton AC F60
2632 STEELE, Frances Midleton AC M45
2633 FINN, Mia Midleton AC F
2672 MURPHY, Kieran Midleton AC M
2686 KELLY, Alan Midleton AC M40
2715 TWOMEY, Bernie Midleton AC F40
2730 O'FLAHERTY, Grainne Midleton AC F40
2733 CONWAY, Darragh Midleton AC M45
2734 O'REILLY, Kevin Midleton AC M45
2737 O'CONNELL, Michael Midleton AC M
2738 OWERS, Eric Midleton AC M
2742 MCCARTHY, Eugene Midleton AC M40
2750 HIGGINS, Carrie Midleton AC F
2756 PERRY, Anne-Marie Midleton AC F35
2758 TUFARO, Jennifer Midleton AC F35
2762 KENNEALLY, Brian Midleton AC M40
2766 CASHMAN, Mary Midleton AC F45
2768 DRENNAN, Sally Midleton AC F45
2774 WALSH, Michael Midleton AC M40
2785 O'HALLORAN, John Midleton AC M60
2789 HALLAHAN, Olive Midleton AC F45
2793 KELLEHER, Alan Midleton AC M45
2794 WILLIAMS, Adrian Midleton AC M45
2800 SAVAGE, Ann Midleton AC F45
2806 WATSON, Karol Midleton AC M
2816 AHERNE, Marian Midleton AC F40
2844 CAHILL, Breda Midleton AC F40
2846 O'SULLIVAN, Billy Midleton AC M
2849 O'CONNELL, Donie Midleton AC M60
2851 CAREY, John Midleton AC M40
2865 MULCAHY, Margaret Midleton AC F45
2868 FURLONG, Michael Midleton AC MJ
2895 MORRISON, Moira Midleton AC F40
2896 O'REGAN, Noel Midleton AC M40
2898 LOMASNEY, Lisa Midleton AC F40
2899 KEANE, Patsy Midleton AC M45
2900 HEGARTY, Linda Midleton AC F35
2915 AHERNE, Neilus Midleton AC M55
2937 BRODERICK, Donal Midleton AC M45
2938 MORRISON, Kevin Midleton AC M45
2939 O'MEARA, Fergal Midleton AC M40
2945 GUNNING, Peter Midleton AC M50
2955 DIXON, Mary Midleton AC F40
2961 MURPHY, Christine Midleton AC F40
2963 KEANE, Mary Midleton AC F40
2976 TROY, Deirdre Midleton AC F
3027 NOLAN, Brian Midleton AC M
3056 NOLAN, Derrick Midleton AC M
3072 NOLAN, Michelle Midleton AC F35
3084 ROBINSON, Sinead Midleton AC F35
3087 TWOHIG, Margaret Midleton AC F40
3090 MAGAN, Marie Midleton AC F40
3097 MAHONEY, Trevor Midleton AC M
3106 COONEY, Shane Midleton AC M
3121 RAMSELL, Ned Midleton AC M
3131 CASHMAN, John Midleton AC M45
3157 CODY, Thomas Midleton AC M55
3158 FITZGERALD, Claire Midleton AC F35
3172 MACROPOULOS, Patricia Midleton AC F
3176 CLEARY, Vicki Midleton AC F
3194 BOHAN, Sandra Midleton AC F35
3220 CREEDON, Helena Midleton AC F
3225 O'NEILL, Vincent Midleton AC M40
As usual the club will host an ABCD (After BallyCotton Dinner) this again will be subsidised by the club and as places will be limited priority will be given to members who will have completed the days race and will be on a first paid basis.Full details will be announced by our Social Committee shortly.
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