Ras na hEireann 2016

The last Cross-Country outing of the season took place at the Battle of the Boyne site in Oldbridge on Sunday the 7^th February. Ras na hEireann always proves an enjoyable day out and despite the cold Glenmore athletes acquitted themselves admirably. First up were the U9 Girls, Jessica White stole the show & led the field home in 1^st place. Teammate Emma McCarragher was hot on her heels in 4^th followed by Katie McDonald & Aine O’Reilly, the girls earned themselves gold team medals. Cian McGee was not to be outdone by the girls and stormed home winning a 5^th place individual medal in U9 boys. U11 girls team ran strongly with Anna Dawson, Lucy White, Chloe McCarragher & Sarah Mallon. Fionn O’Reilly came home 1^st Glenmore U11 boy followed by Shane Gallagher & Cormac McCoy. Laoise McElroy earned an individual medal in 6^th place followed closely by Lisa Conlon & Ava Brady. Katie Mallon battled bravely in U17 girls event earning 4^th individual place , Tadhg Leahy ran in the junior 6,000km in a credible 2nd junior home. Well done to all.

Athletes are looking forward to the upcoming Track & Field season with training on Tuesdays & Thursdays for all competing.

Bush4mation is also embarking on its last week so thanks to all who have supported the club and school & to all the participants.