Author: Maureen Casey

John O’Sullivan’s Park, Lees Road was the venue for the first display of track athletics in some time.  A training meet for some athletic clubs provided PBs, smiles and a return to a teeny bit of normality for athletes.   Thank you to Pat Hogan for arranging this day with his mighty team of Marie Roche, Ita Hanrahan and, Ger Casey.  To Gerry Hayes for his never-ending support and everyone else who did all the other jobs that made the day a great success, thank you. It would not have been…

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Our Juvenile Training is now on its summer break.  Yes it was a  very short season and many athletes of  ALL ages missed the training, fun, laughter, competitions and togetherness that being part of this club means.  We can only thank you for your support and look forward to seeing all of you returning on Monday the 17th of August at 6pm. Don’t stop training, keep active, continue to do some bit each week.  Athletics Ireland https://www.athleticsireland.ie/ have lots of different activities that you could try out if you want to change…

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Athletics Ireland is delighted to share new protocols around permitted events as we exit lockdown. Recent announcements by Government allow for outdoor gatherings of up to 200 people from the 29th June, and 500 people from the 20th July. We wish to note that every event will have their own unique set of Covid-19 challenges around social distancing, contact tracing, hygiene and participant management. Full details on Covid Page

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Following a Munster Council meeting on Monday night, the Munster Council have unanimously taken the decision NOT to hold any Munster T&F Championships this season due to the current situation with Covid-19. At the very core of our decision was the health, safety and welfare of all our athletes, officials, coaches, parents and supporters. There will be a meeting on Friday night (19th) with all County Boards to update them on our decision and answer any questions. Each County can have two representatives at the meeting and notification has gone out to…

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Things are beginning to return to normal, Uniformity the gear supplier who took orders shortly before lockdown have let us know that they have recently returned to production and hope to have the orders processed over the next 2 weeks. We will arrange a collection point once they are finalised.  Many thanks for your patience.

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Leo Varadak announced great news today that as of Monday the 8th there will be an increase in the size of outdoor training groups to 15 and an extension to the distance we can travel to train. People can travel within their own County, or up to 20km from their home, whichever is further.  

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The Munster Council met regarding Track & Field:- Dear All, Arising out of a recent Munster Council Meeting including advice from the Munster Competition Committee, we have decided to defer a final decision on our Track and Field season until after Phase 2 of the lockdown restrictions are confirmed on the 8th of June. We will be reviewing that information at the next Munster Council meeting on the 15th of June and I will keep you updated on any decisions taken.

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The Athletics Ireland Clare Virtual Club Challenge kicks off Monday 18th for U12, U13, U14  & U15 Boys & Girls. Athletes who wish to take part can send their Name,  Age, Category & Time to ennistracksecretary@gmail.com   u12 and u 13 athletes will do a 600m time trial and a 60m sprint  u14 and u15 athletes will do a 800m time trial and a 80m sprint  How It Works 1) 4 weeks 4 challenges. One challenge per week 2) Athletes have one week to complete the given challenge 3) Athletes can…

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Rory Chessor is not letting Covid stop him for raising money for worthwhile causes.  He says “we’re all on lockdown, but thankfully can get out in the fresh air! I want to help Clare Cancer Support (Sláinte an Chláir). On the 16th and 17th of May, myself and my club mates are going to run a combined 100 miles to mark the 10th birthday of Clare Cancer Support. Why?  Even though we are in the middle of a pandemic, people won’t stop needing help with their Cancer treatment. The funds…

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