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We had most of our older gang in action in Tallaght.First off was the womens 1500m and Claire Brennan was our best performer running 4.49 just outside her personal best, Niamh Donnelly who is in the middle of her finals in Trinity was next in running 4.58 not far off her best time ever. Sinead Cronin, Cliona Murphy, Heather, Aislinn and Alison all finished outside the 5 minute mark.
In the 800m races Ritchie ran 2.01.05 which wasnt bad, Michael Fitzpatrick ran 2.03.93 in his first 800m, Dylan ran his best time in 2.08.20, Danny ran 2.12.62.

The 3000m was the final track event and Pierre was running his first 3k on the track. He ran a great race fininhing in a time of 8.46.9 which was inside the European Youth Olympic qualifiying time. Unfortunately the timing equipment didnt function due to diminishing light and the time wont count but at least we know he can do it! Great run.

Competition starts at 7pm. Be there 6.30 at the latest. If you are competing on Friday night dont come to training on Thursday. Bring a full tracksuit to wear after competing and between races as the evenings are still cold. Everyone should tray to get there, these competitions are great experience for the children which they cannot get in training. It takes guts to put your toe on a starting line! Training as usual on Thur at 7 for those not competing. Timetable and events can be found on the Dublin Athletic Board site here

We need more little people to come to training on Sunday mornings. This is your chance to do hill work which is great for overall strength and fitness and we are not under pressure for time.

On Thursday last Day 2 of the Wests were held in Santry. Ben Quinn ran a very smart race to win the Junior 800m and Pierre came 3rd in a very packed inter boys race. Alison, Dylan and Danny ran well but didnt make it through to the Leinsters. On Friday day 2 of the North Leinsters were on in Santry. Ellen Byrne made the final of the under 16 200m and ran a good race to come 5th.

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A big thank you to all who came into town on Sunday night to help out at the above race.

Big Kids leagues Tallaght Wed 1st May/Little kids Friday 3rd May Santry at 7pm
See Dublin athletics board website for programmes for both events.

Please note new time for helpers on Sunday night. We are now to meet at 6.30 at front gates of Trinity. We will have a gang giving out medals at the finish and another lot going the baggage which will be indoors in the sportshall in Trinity.

Sat 27th April Hole in the Wall 10.30. No Santry ( Track not available)
Sun 28th April Hole in the Wall 11am-everyone
Sun 28th Samsung Race -see new post on Saturday

Mon 29th April. All the smallies out to Santry at 7pm to do some long jump, Shot putt and some running on the track. Wear shorts but bring tracksuit bottoms as it gets cold enough when the sun goes down. This is aimed at those born in 2000 and younger.

Tue 30th April Hole in the Wall 7pm-everyone

Wed 1st May Big kids leagues in Tallaght starting at 7pm

Thur 2nd May Hole in the Wall 7pm -everyone

Fri 3rd May Little kids leagues in Santry starting at 7pm -details later

On Tuesday the St Declans lads had a good day at the West Leinster day 1 in Santry. Finn Burke-Power came 2nd in the minor 500m, Darragh Finn won the 1100m and Pierre won the inter boys 1500m. Dylan and Danny ran in the 400m but didnt progress to the final. Grainne Fitzgerald representing Mt Sackville came 1st in the Junior discus. Alison Armstrong came 3rd in the Inter steeplechase. On Wednesday at day 1 of the North Leinsters we had athletes running for St Dominics Cabra. Alison Burke was on the winning minor relay team and she finished 4th in the minor 80m final. Cliona Murphy had a heavy fall in the inter 1500m but still managed a fine 2nd, Eva Redmond won the senior 1500m, Sara Curran came 2nd in the hurdles, Ellen Byrne was on the winning under 16 relay 3 x 300m. Well done to all. Day 2 of the West will be on Thur and Day 2 of the North will be on Friday.