National Juvenile Track and Field, Day 1.

Congratulations to Aaron McLoughlin who finished in second position in the U14 2000m boy’s walk. Aaron finished in a time of 11.37 on his first time competing in the National Club competition. Well done Aaron and hopefully we will see more of Aaron on the national stage in the future.

 

Upcoming events

National Juvenile Track and Field: Day 2

Best of luck to Dylan McLoughlin who is competing in the Boy’s U19 1500m in Tullamore on Saturday. Dylan has had a very successful season and we wish him all the best in the national final.

Tipperary Senior Road Championships: Dundrum

Best of Luck to Stephan Flanagan, Jodie Leahy and Brian Carroll who are competing in the Road Championships this Sunday.

Munster ‘B’ Track and Field Championship

Best of luck to Saoirse Doran and Sarah McGinley who are competing the Munster ‘B’ Track and Field championship this weekend.

 

Club Lotto

There was no draw this week due to a bereavement. The lotto will resume next week.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2018_Results of Anniversary Games

Thursday 12^th July 2018 will live long in the memories of many people as a celebration of 70 years of athletics in Moyne Athletic Club took place.  On a beautiful evening with a great atmosphere the club celebrated in style with an athletics meet that thrilled and invigorated the large crowd in attendance.  People travelled from far and wide to be in attendance and compete in what was the first track and field meet held by the club since the redevelopment of its facilities.  What a fitting tribute to showcase the facilities which drew great praise from the many athletic fraternity in situ on the night.

Our main feature races on the programme, the Senior Ladies 800mts and Senior Men’s Mile, certainly lived up to all expectations and though the two targeted times of 2.05 and a sub 4 minute mile didn’t materialise, it certainly was not for want of trying as both Amy O’Donoghue, Emerald and Sean Tobin, Clonmel went above and beyond huge efforts to succeed.  Based on their superb performances on Thursday night much greater things are ahead for both athletes.

Eight athletes contested the Senior Ladies 800mts representing clubs from Limerick, Cork, Laois, Tipperary and Clare and they certainly gave the crowd something to cheer about.  From the gun Amy O’Donoghue, Emerald and Stephanie Cotter, West Muskerry with Avril Deegan, Ballyroan and Annette Quaid, Leevale in close proximity set a blistering pace with the entire field strung out in a line heading down the back straight.  The pace was maintained through the first 400mts and it now all depended on how the second 400 would be run.  Amy pushed hard again and with Stephanie hot on her heels they both drew clear.   Over the final 200mts both athletes gave it everything, digging deep inside themselves and roared on by the crowd,  but the clock had other ideas and with Amy crossing the line first, it stopped at 2.06.67 – an agonising 1.7 secs from the target and within 600’s of a second of a new PB.  Stephanie stopped the clock at 2.07.24 which resulted in a new PB for her by over 3 secs.  To add to the talent on show Annette Quaid crossed the line in third place in 2.14.16.  Her target when entering the event was to beat her previous best of which at the time was 2.15.52 and she duly did having just the week previously set a new Pb of 2.12.8.  Avril Deegan finished 4^th in 2.17.25 with the first of the local athletes Ciara Cummins, Nenagh Olympic coming through for 5^th in 2.20.51.  6^th place went to Jacqueline Hughes, Thurles Crokes in 2.26.11 followed by club athlete Lorraine Healy in 2.28.44 with the evergreen Rita Kierce, St. Mary’s coming through for 8^th in 2.47.24.  The crowd and the club certainly appreciated the huge efforts of all involved.

With everyone still buzzing from such an exciting 800mts the Senior Men lined up for their attempt to break the 4 minute mile.  Despite the best efforts of the club to attract more mile specialists’ just two athletes Sean Tobin, Clonmel and Damien Landers, Ennis Track along with pacemaker William Hughes, Thurles Crokes were committed.  This certainly did not take anything from these three superb athletes and what unfolded over the four laps was something special.  William had perhaps one of the toughest tasks on the night as to have any hope of breaking the 4 minute mile barrier he had to be spot on at each of the targeted times.  He duly brought the athletes through 400mts in 60secs and 800mts in 2.01 before leaving the track to Sean and Damien.  Now front running on his own Sean went through the 1,200mts mark in 3.03 and with the crowd now lining all sides of the track and giving great vocals, Sean responded again but as with the ladies, the clock beat him as he crossed the line in 4.04.48.  From the time communication was opened with Sean he committed to the event and having known beforehand the extent of the field he never wavered in that commitment and those present on the night will know to what extent he pushed himself hard to try and achieve that magical mark.

Damien also pushed hard and again as a lone athlete running against the clock he did exceptional to cross the line in 4.14.99.  In any race it’s hard to race against yourself but in a race of this type it is even more difficult and great credit must go to Damien for his supreme effort.

The evening also had a number of other races and field events involving juvenile, junior, senior and master athletes and as with the above events all athletes provided the spectators with some trilling running, throwing and jumping.  The evening began with the U/13 Boys & Girls 600mts where Sophie Coughlan, Moycarkey-Coolcroo and TJ Nolan, Unattached were the victors in time of 1.58.60 and 1.52.12 respectively.  Local athletes Saoirse Doran, Alanna Spillane, Adam Spillane-Leane and John Delaney filled the second and third spots. The Junior Men’s Long Jump event went to local athlete Jack Hickey with the 56lb Weight for Distance title going to John Dwyer of Templemore with a throw of 7.02mts.  Sean Maher, Brow Rangers was second with 6.00mts while Sean Mockler, Moycarkey-Coolcroo came third with 5.48mts.

The Senior Men’s 400mts served up another cracking race when Robert Bennett, Nenagh Olympic set a new PB of 49.25 to win the event.  Second place went to Patrick Lynch, Newport in 52.16, third  place to Ger Cremin, An Riocht in 52.73 and Barry Upton, Menapians fourth in 53.47.  The Senior Ladies 400mts saw Eimear Lynch, Newport collecting her second win on the night with a time of 60.60 followed by Margaret Mary Grace, Nenagh Olympic in 62.51 and Ruth Allen, Newport in 65.75.  Indeed these three athletes along with Niamh Field, St. Cocas competed in the Senior Ladies 200mts and as mentioned above Eimear won the event in a time of 26.24.  Ruth finished second in 27.01, Niamh third in 27.03 and Margaret Mary fourth in 27.86.  Again a very close run race.

The Junior Men’s 400mts event went to Daniel Ryan, Moycarkey-Coolcroo in 52.09 followed by the Moyne trio of Jack Hickey, Nathan Bowe and Sean Burke in times of 55.56, 56.09 and 61.25.  The Senior Ladies 400mts “B” event was won by Nuala Fitzgibbon, Thurles Crokes in 65.69 with Aisling Dwyer, Moyne 2^nd in 72.47, Aisling Maher, Moyne 3^rd in 74.04 and Lisa Quinlan, Moyne 4^th in 81.33.  A malfunction in the timing system saw no times recorded for the Master Ladies 400mts where the trio of Moyne athletes competed with Kate Harrison, Ber Spillane and Edel Delaney finished 1, 2, 3.

The Senior Men’s Mile “B” saw seven athletes from across Tipperary competing with Kevin Coleman, Thurles Crokes winning the event in 4.35.38 followed by his club-mate John Fitzgibbon, Thurles Crokes in 4.42.50 with local athlete Dylan McLoughlin finishing third in 4.54.04 to take a massive 19 seconds off his previous best of 5.12.15.  What a run by young Dylan.  Patrick Roche, Carrick-on-Suir finished 4^th in 4.58.70 followed by Eamonn Morrissey, Dundrum 5^th in 5.01.55, Shane Mullaney, Moycarkey-Coolcroo 6^th in 5.03.06 and Patrick Bowe, Moyne 7^th in 5.32.42.

All athletes who competed were presented with a specially engraved medallion celebrating the club’s 70^th year in existence.  The podium used was generously sponsored by local business man Tom Maher Quarries and it received widespread acclaim on the night.  Other local businesses to contribute handsomely to the night were Ely’s Centra and Quinlan’s Bar.    The night ended with refreshments and what a spread was produced by Naomi.  Such was the reaction that it very nearly stole the show.  Many thanks Naomi and indeed all the food suppliers who donated food and beverages.  To Eamonn and the Travers family who have allowed us the unconditional use of their fields for parking and they served us well again on Thursday night.  To all the stewards, officials and helpers thank you for making the night a success.  To all of you who supported the event, from young to not so young.  You certainly made the night for the athletes with the special atmosphere you produced, something that was commented on through the public address by Sean Tobin.

Special thanks also to Jim Ryan on timing and John Moore on public address for your attention to detail and your support.  To Star Systems who are producing a video of the night – if their taster is anything to go by, the full product should be exceptional.  A must for athletic fans and supporters. To Billy Loughnane our photographer, we would be lost without you.  Your pictures are worth a thousand words. To Ester, Aoife and the school band, a massive thank you for adding so much to the occasion.  Thanks also to all of the local businesses who sponsored advertisements in the supplement in the Tipperary Star which turned out to be a fabulous effort from all involved – TFM, Moyne NS, Butler & Young Tyres, Doran Oil, Citizens Information, Cleary Motors, Mary Quinlan Hair, Cooleeney Farm, Billy O’Dwyer Farm Machinery, Quinlan’s Pub, Naomi’s Café, Templetuohy NS, Maher Quarries, Copymoore, Auto Body Craft, Ely’s Centra and Everards Pub.  Thanks must also go to Brigid Gleeson who designed and printed our posters and flyers for the event.  A final sincere thanks to our three sponsors who have never sought the limelight but without whom the event would probably never have taken on such a big profile.  We are sincerely grateful for your support.  Hopefully we have included everyone who made this so special but if not please accept this as our thanks for your support.

Moyne Athletic Club Notes

Coillte 10k, Dundrum

On Wednesday seven Moyne athletes travelled to Dundrum for the annual Coillte 10k road race. Our athletes ran very well in the warm conditions. Well done to Liam Kelly, Patrick Bowe, Catherine Dunne, Frances Long, Sharon Kiely, Pauline O’Connell and Patricia Ryan who competed in this event.

National League Track and Field Championships Day 2

Well done to Sharon Cantwell and Katie Bergin who travelled to Morton Stadium to guest in the National League round 2. Tipperary were bidding to qualify for a place in the league final in Athlone on the 19^th of August. Sharon Cantwell ran in the 1500m and Katie Bergin jumped in the Long Jump, guested in the 200m and ran the first leg of the 4x100m for Tipperary County.

Upcoming Events

National Juvenile Track and Field Championships Day 1 and Day 2

The National Juvenile Track and Field Championships will take place this weekend in Tullamore (15^th and 16^th of July). Full Timetable is available on the AAI website.

Munster Juvenile “B” Track & Field Championships, Cork IT- 21^st July (Saturday)

County Road Senior Championships, Dundrum

The County Road Senior Championships will take place on the 22^nd of July (Sunday). Anyone interested in competing in this event should give their name to Geraldine by next Wednesday.

Details of our Anniversary Games.  Places are filling up.  Don’t miss out.  Make sure you call the number listed or send an e-mail to the dedicated address with all the details requested.  Strictly no late entries or entries on the night.  A great night’s running forecast.

Moyne Athletic Club notes 24.6.2018

Holy Family Templetouhy NS. 5k Fun Run/Walk

A great evening was had in Templetouhy last Friday. Moyne AC won best club on the night and we had a great turn-out supporting our local primary school. Moyne AC saw Stephen Flanagan and Liam Kelly place 1^st and 2^nd in the 5k and Nathan Bowe was 1^st juvenile and 9^th overall in the event.  Moyne AC represented themselves very well in this event and well done to everyone who went out to support this great cause.

Thurles Crokes Annual Dave Fogarty Memorial 4 Miler

The annual Dave Fogarty Memorial run took place on Tuesday last and Francis Long and Patrick Bowe took part in this run. Patrick placed in 22^nd position in 25:17 and Frances finished in 61^st position in 30:45. Well done to both athletes.

Tailteann Games 2018

Congratulations must go to Aaron McLaughlin who competed in the Irish Life Inter-provincial Games on Saturday last in Santry. He was selected to represent Munster in the U17 3km walk. It was Aaron’s first time to compete at this distance where he finished 7^th in a time of 18.46. This experience will, undoubtedly, stand to him in future races. Well done.

National League Round 1. Templemore

The first round of the national league took place in Templemore this weekend and Tipperary had a team in both the male and female premier division.  We saw three athletes complete in this event. Kate Harrison ran the 4x100m relay and they placed in 4^th place in a time of 52.21. Kate also guested in the 200m with a time of 29.75 along with Katie Bergin in 28:02. Sharon Cantwell had a great run guesting in the 1500m running a PB in 5:40. Well done to the three athletes.

 

Club Lotto

Well done to Brian Carroll (Johnstown)who was our winner of the club lotto this week.

 

 

 

 

Aaron McLaughlin; Munster silver in u14 2k walk.

The Munster U/14 to U/19 T&F Championships took place last weekend, the 16th and 17th of June, in
Waterford RSC. The club had a number of athletes competing over the 2 days in strong competition.
Congratulations must go to Aaron McLaughlin who finished in 2nd place in the U14 2Km walk in a
time of 11:29.52. Katie Bergin finished 5 th in the long jump with 4.62m and also in the final of the
200m in 28.16. In the U14 category, Mary Cussen ran the 800m in 2:48.33. Dylan McLaughlin
competed in the U17 1500m where he finished 4 th in 4:32.94, however he narrowly missed out on a
bronze medal as it was an extremely close finish between 3 rd and 4 th . He also ran in the 800m in
2:10.36. In the U15 800m, Tomás Cussen finished in a time of 2:56.58. Conor Gleeson competed in
the U14 long jump where he leaped 3.88m.

Well done to all the athletes who competed. We are very proud of them!

 

 

 

Congratulations Aisling!

Well done to Aisling who won three gold medals at the 2018 Special Olympics Ireland Finals. This event was held over four days and the track and field competition was held in Morton Stadium over the Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Aisling Maher had a busy three days competing for Team Munster in both the 100m and Turbo Javelin. Aisling qualified from her 100m heat on Friday and saw off her competitors on Sunday morning to take the gold medal in the 100m. Aisling had a busy weekend as she was also a crucial member of 4x100m Munster relay who saw off Leinster and the second Munster team to claiming gold. Aisling ran the third leg of the relay and the team ran a very fast 1.01 to claim the top podium position. As well as Aisling’s gold in the sprint events, Aisling also won the Turbo Javelin on Saturday. Well done Aisling for the great performance over the weekend!

 

Michael Cahill Memorial Run, Ballingarry

The Michael Cahill 5k was held in Ballingarry by Coolquill AC and we had 8 athletes compete on the night. The race was won by David Mansfield of Clonmel AC and Grace Rielly (Portlaoise AC) was the first lady home on the night. The first Moyne competitor to finish was Patrick Bowe followed by Martin Kiely, Sharon Cantwell, Sharon Kiely, Frances Long, Deirdre Kearney, Catherine Dunne and Breda McNamara. Well done to everyone who participated.

 

Upcoming Fixtures

Moyne AC. 70^th Anniversary Games: 12^th July; Moyne Sportsfield

This event is one not to be missed and a big day in all Moyne AC’s athlete’s diary. This evening of competition is a celebration of the clubs achievements in the last 70 years. The evening’s proceedings include a men’s mile and a female 800m with cash prizes for the winner of both events and a substantial €300 bonus if 4 minutes and 2:05 minutes are broken in the men’s mile and female 800m.  This opportunity is not to be missed; contact Moyne AC through Facebook, phone or e-mail if interested in participating or helping out on the night.

 

Cork City Sports; Juvenile 300m Gala

The international track and field Cork City Sports will take place on Monday the 16^th of July and this year there will be a 300m event for athletes born in the years 2000 to 2005. This is a unique opportunity for young athletes to compete in the same meet as top class international athletes and Olympians. Athletes competing in the Juvenile 300m Gala must be at CIT track by 4:45pm. Registration will take place between 4:45pm and 5:15pm. Races commence with the girls & boys under 14 age group, followed by U13, U12, U11, U10 and will finish with the girls & boys U9.

 

Community Lotto

There were no winners of this week’s lotto. Once again, continued thanks to all those who donate so generously.

 

Munster Senior & Master’s Track and Field Championships, Castleisland Co. Kerry

The Munster Senior & Master’s Track and Field Championships were held in Castleisland Co. Kerry on ‘An Riocht’ AC.’s recently renovated track. The day proved to be a successful day for the club where we had two athletes crowned Munster Champions, a clean sweep of the medals in the O35 400m and several season and personal best performances. Eight athletes travelled down on the day to sport the Green and Gold jersey and Martin Flynn kindly made the trip to support these athletes.

 

The day began with the 100m where we had a Munster Champion in the O35 category with Kate Harrison. Kate ran a PB to claim the gold in a time of 14:06 and was followed closely by Ber Spillane in the silver medal position in a time of 14:94. Bridget Gleeson followed in the 800m where she won her age category and took a second off her PB to finish in a time of 2:46. This superb performance was replicated in the 200m where Bridget was 2^nd in her age category in a time of 33:97.

Our two medallists in the 100m also featured in the 200m where Kate Harrison won this event in 29.40 followed by Ber Spillane in second position in a time of 31.65. Prior to this, Sarah Healy competed in the 200m Senior category and ran 29:34. These three athletes also competed in the 400m event later in the day. Sarah Healy ran a 65.87 400m in the competitive Senior competition and Kate Harrison, Ber Spillane and Edel Delaney claimed a clean sweep in the O35 400m.

Sharon Cantwell was our second representative in the middle distances and she ran a season’s best performance with a time of 5:44. Sharon and Ber had a busy weekend having taken part in the Dingle adventure race prior to this competition and credit must be made for the great performances for both athletes.

The final event on the track was the 4x100m for Senior and Master clubs. Moyne AC had a team competing in both categories. Sharon Cantwell and Sarah Healy were joined by Katie Bergin and Lorraine Healy in the senior relay where they placed 2^nd in a time of 56 seconds. The Master team comprised of Kate Harrison, Bridget Gleeson, Edel Delaney and Ber Spillane where they finished in 2^nd postion.

Community Games

The club hosted the Athletic Finals of the County Community Games on Sunday for the very first time and despite this being our maiden foray into this level of competition we were delighted with the response. We had such a variety of people doing amazing work throughout the day, willingly giving their time and help, that it would be impossible to name everyone without leaving someone out but you know who you are and we are deeply indebted to you for your support.  Our thanks must also go to our landowners for allowing us to use their fields for parking, which helped alleviate the traffic on the road.  With over 500 children taking part it was a big undertaking for the club and our congratulations to each and every child that competed – you did your mentors and parishes proud.  Congratulations also to the 21 children from our own parish who competed bringing back gold, silver, bronze and pewter medals to Moyne & Templetuohy.

 

Community Lotto

The lotto spot prizes were won by Donie Troy, Kate Harrison and Sharon Kiely. Congratulations to the three winners and thanks to everyone for their continued support.

 

Upcoming Fixtures

Munster Under 14-19 Track and Field Championships, Waterford RSC

This event will take place over two days ; Saturday 16^th June and Sunday 17^th June. Full event timetable can be accessed on the Tipperary website.

 

Moyne AC. 70^th Anniversary Games: 12^th July; Moyne Sportsfield

This event is one not to be missed and a big day in all Moyne AC’s athlete’s diary. This evening of competition is a celebration of the clubs achievements in the last 70 years. The evening’s proceedings include a men’s mile and a female 800m with cash prizes for the winner of both events and a substantial €300 bonus if 4 minutes and 2:05 minutes are broken in the men’s mile and female 800m.  This opportunity is not to be missed; contact Moyne AC through Facebook, phone or e-mail if interested in participating or helping out on the night.

 

 

 

 

2018_Walk Entries

Moyne AC Club Notes 04.06.2018

Moyne’s 9th Annual Mini Marathon; 10K run and 5K walk

Top three finishers of the Men’s 10K L-R. Stephen Flanagan 3rd, William Stevenson 1st, Gareth McGlinchy 2nd

Top three finishers of the Ladies 10K L-R. Angela Fogarty 2nd, Dympna Ryan 1st and Martina Ryan 3rd.

The club’s annual mini marathon was held this Bank Holiday Monday. This was the club’s 9^th year hosting this popular event and this year there was an option of both a 10k race and a 5k walk. This year 84 runners and 60 walkers completed the two courses and the spectacular weather meant conditions were warm for both groups.

There was a clear winner in the men’s 10k race in William Stevenson of Coolquil. William won the 10K in a time of 33.00 and was followed by Gareth McGlinchy in second place (35:57) and Stephen Flanagan in third (36:01). Liam Kelly finished in 4^th position, followed by John Fogarty (5^th) and Liam O’  Donnell(6^th).

In the ladies race Dymphna Ryan was our comprehensive winner in a time of 42:17. Dymphna Ryan (Dundrum AC) is our current record holder and ran very well today in tough conditions. Angela Fogarty had an excellent race to finish in second position in a time of 43:15 and Martina Ryan (Thurles) was third in a time of 45:28. Laura Carey finished 4^th followed by Paula Mills (5^th) and Charlotte Jones (6^th).

In terms of our club members we had some strong performances in the female and male categories. Brian Carroll ran very well to finish in 8^th, Richie Daly came in 14^th place followed by Louis Everard in 18^th and Thomas Moore in 24^th position. They were followed home by Martin Kiely in 27^th position.

In the women’s event, Angela was followed home by Sharon Cantwell in 32^nd postion, Sharon Kiely in 39^th, Francis Long in 41^st, Lisa Quinlan in 44^th, Catherine Dunne in 48^th, Bernie Walsh in 61^st, Pauline O’Connell in 64^th, Della Hunter in 67^th and Breda McNamara in 69^th. Well done to all these excellent athletes in what were very tough conditions for this 10k competition. The 5k walkers took to the Burma route and well done to all who walked this route.

The day saw athletes of different fitness levels and ages compete alongside one another for a thoroughly enjoyable day. A special thank you must be paid to all the committee members and volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure today’s success. From organising the carpark, registration, kitchen staff and provisions, stewards, starters, water station supporters and the support car, all our volunteers deserve a massive thank you.

Well done to everyone who attended this event and thanks to everyone who contributed so generously.

See Full Results Below

 

Munster Track and Field Championship (U9 – U13)

On Saturday and Sunday last, 5 athletes representing the club travelled to a sun soaked Ennis for the Juvenile Track and Field U9 – U13 competition where the best juvenile athletes from Munster competed for prized podium positions. It was Billy Gleeson who made the podium winning a silver medal in the Boys U10 500m. Such a wonderful achievement! He also competed in the 60m sprint where he finished 6th overall in 9.59.

Niamh Gleeson qualified for the semi-final of the girls U9 60m in 10.51 and unfortunately did not make the final 8. Olive Spillane-Leane ran the U9 300m in 1:03.11. Both girls competed in the U9 long jump where Olive finished 9th with a jump of 2.94m and Niamh finished 13th with a jump of 2.73m. Sarah McGinley competed in 2 field events – throwing 7.77m in the U11 turbo javelin and jumping a distance of 2.74m in the U11 long jump. Saoirse Doran competed in the U12 600m where she finished 17th overall.

A huge congratulations and well done to all 5 athletes who competed. For some it was their first Munster outdoor track and field championships and it certainly won’t be their last!

Leinster Track and Field Outdoor Junior, Senior and Master Championship

The Leinster Senior Track and Field Championship took place this Sunday in Tullamore Stadium. Sarah Healy and Adrian McGinley (Templemore) guested in this event (prior to the Munster Senior Championships) in the 400m and 800m events. Sarah clocked a 66 second 400m while Adrian ran 2.06 for his 800m.

Gym Summer Hours

The gym has now closed for the summer break. The gym will re-open in the autumn.

Community Games

The club will host the County Community games next weekend. This is a great event for the club to host and will see athletes from all over the come to compete for a place in the national final. This event will take place on the 10^th of June in the sport’s field. Volunteers available on the day would be welcomed.

 

 

2018_Results