Bydgoszcz, Poland
June 1st - 5th 2021
Niamh McCarthy, Leevale AC, heads to Poland next week, for the European Para Athletics Championships, as part of the highly experienced six person Irish squad, whuch includes Michael McKillop, Greta Streimikyte, Mary Fitzgerald, Jordan Lee and David Leavy
Niamh will compete in the F41 Discus. Her last outing for Team Ireland was a memorable one, winning Bronze at the 2019 World Championships. Her result there ensured qualification for the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo
Action begins at 10:am, Polish time, on Tuesday next, June 1st
Michael McKillop (T38 - 1500m)
David Leavy (T38 - 1500m)
Greta Streimikyte (T13 - 1500m)
Niamh McCarthy (F41 - Discus)
Jordan Lee (T47 - High Jump)
Mary Fitzgerald (F40 - Shot Put)
The Championships will be live streamed on the World Para Athletics website and Facebook page, however coverage will be geo-blocked in Poland, Spain and the UK.
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May 19th 2021
Ann Donnelly, R.I.P.
The Officers and Officials of Cork Athletics County Board extend their condolences and deepest sympathy to the Donnelly family; her husband Declan, children Claire and Conor, and her extended family, on the death of our esteemed colleague Ann Donnelly, formerly of St Finbarrs AC, and member of several Cork Championship winning teams, representing Cork on many occasions. Ann also represented Ireland at Masters level.
The death has occurred of ANN DONNELLY (née O'SULLIVAN)
Elmside, Carrigaline, Cork
ANN DONNELLY
Donnelly (Elmside, Carrigaline) On May 19th 2021, peacefully in the presence of her loving family at the Bon Secours Hospital, ANN (nee O’Sullivan), Dearly loved wife of Declan Donnelly, loving and adored mother of Claire and Conor. Deeply mourned by her heartbroken husband, son, daughter, parents Patrick and Catherine (Paddy and Cally), sister Majella (Cahill), relatives and a large circle of friends.
May she rest in peace.
In accordance with current government guidelines the funeral will be private.
Ann’s Requiem Mass will be streamed on Saturday (22nd) at 11.30am
Messages for the family may be left on the condolence link
Birmingham, UK
Saturday June 5th 2021
Lizzie Lee, Leevale AC, has been selected as the sole Irish woman to contest next month's European 10,000m Cup, in Birmingham, UK, on Saturday June 5th 2021, following her 34:14.26 10,000m run at last Saturday's AAI Micro-Meet at MTU Track. She is joined by two men who ran last Saturday; Cormac Dalton, Mullingar Harriers (29:19.75) and Paul O'Donnell, Dundrum South Dublin AC (29:20.06)
The mens team is completed by Michael Power, West Waterford AC and Hiko Tonosa, Dundrum South Dublin AC
Split, Croatia
May 8th 2021
Nicola Tuthill, Bandon AC, Throwing to win National Senior Women's Hammer Championship 2020
Photo: Sam Barnes / Sportsfile 1919555
Nicola Tuthill, Bandon AC, on the Irish Under-23 team at the European Throwing Cup, in Split, Croatia, continued her impressive progress with a 60.67m PB in the Hammer Throw, for an Under 23 second placing. Her 5th round throw broke the 60m barrier and elevates her to fifth place on the Irish Women's All-Time Hammer Listings.
Results Women's Under 23 Hammer Throw
European Throwing Cup Logo
Irish Women's All-Time Hammer Standings
Nicola Tuthill, Bandon AC, Cork City Sports Athlete of the Month for September 2020
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Thursday May 20th - Thursday August 19th
Flyer - Youghal Virtual 5 Mile Series 2021
Register for Youghal Virtual 5 Mile Series 2021
Youghal AC are reviving the popular 5 Mile Summer Race Series, which had attracted runners from East Cork and well beyond the region.
Each race nominally begins on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from May through to August, with runs to be completed at any stage during the four day period beginning on the relevant Thursday.
The first virtual race starts on May 20th, and continues on the 3rd Thursday of each month, finishing on August 19th.
Thursday August 19th
All runners who register for 3 or all 4 of the series races will receive a T-Shirt, with all race dates listed, with registration for either 3 or 4 races, costing €20, including T-Shirt and postage.
Anyone who only wants to run one or two of the series races this can enter for €5 per race, with an option to buy a T-shirt, at an additional cost of €12.
(So if you run 1 race and want a T-Shirt, it'll cost you €17. It's a No-Brainer ...register for all 4 and it's just €3 more ..... Where would ya be going!? 4 Races and a T-Shirt...For just €20!! It's no wonder that over 300 have already registered)
Run your 5 miles each month, anywhere you like, between the relevant Thursday and the following Sunday, and post your performance on MyRunResults.com by that Sunday night.
The T-shirts will be posted out in batches, by date registered, the week before each race date.
Register for Youghal 5 Mile Series early to have your t-shirt for in time for all 4 races.
Complete your run, anywhere you like, between Thursday May 20th and Sunday May 23rd and upload your performance to MyRunResults before Midnight on Sunday May 23rd.
Front & Back of T-Shirt for Youghal Virtual 5 Mile Series 2021
Pueblo, Colorado, USA
May 2nd 2021
RMAC Women's 1500m Champion 2021
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RMAC Women's 1500m Results 2021
Stephanie Cotter, Adams State University and West Muskerry AC, won yesterday's RMAC Women's 1500m Championship, in Pueblo, Colorado, in a time of 4:37.79. Adams State Athletics reported "Stephanie took off in the last lap on the woman's 1,500 meter as she earned a gold medal with a final time of 4:37.79"
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Allendale, Michigan, USA & Jacksonville, Florida, USA
Thursday May 27th 2021
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| Stephanie Cotter, Adams State University and West Muskerry AC | Charlie O'Donovan, Villanova University and Leevale AC, pictured at Cork City Sports Athlete of Month Awards |
Stephanie Cotter, Adams State University and West Muskerry AC, and Charlie O'Donovan, Villanova University and Leevale AC both proceeded to the next round of their respective NCAA Div II and Div I outdoor 1500m Championships, in Allendale, Michigan and Jacksonville, Florida, USA, yesterday.
Stephanie finished second in her heat, in a time of 4:26.66, for seventh fastest overall.
NCAA Div II Womens 1500m 1st Round Results
Extract from Villanova Report
There were four first round heats in the 1500 meters, with the top five in each heat and the next four fastest times qualifying for Friday's quarter-finals. Charlie O'Donovan was an automatic qualifier from the first heat but had a lot of work to do in the final lap of the opening heat in order to advance. O'Donovan was fifth in 3:45.29 to nab the final automatic qualifying spot. Charlie was near the back of the pack at the start of the bell lap before he found his stride going into the final turn. Charlie had a split of 55.95 over the final 400 meters
The quarter- final round of the 1500 meters is set for Friday evening. This year is the first outdoor collegiate seasons for O'Donovan
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Athletics Ireland Covid-19 Level 5 Update
May 18th 2021
Full details of the latest Government Level 5 restrictions can be found on Gov.ie
Adult Athletics is resuming from Monday next, May 10th!
Athletics Ireland Release May 18th 2021
Information and Guidance on the return of Competition from June 7th for outdoor, individual sports.
From June 7th the broader resumption of outdoor competition is planned
Such activity will take place under strict protocols and without spectators. In the initial stages all Sports should focus on the minimum number of participants required to stage a meaningful event safely
To assist NGBs in planning during the initial return the attached Guiding Principles have been developed
The initial return starting number of approximately 100 is recommended. This number of 100 includes participants, officials, management and essential support personnel
These numbers will be reviewed further as the broader re-opening of sport continues across the Summer months
Background
Under the current Public Health Regulations certain professional, high performance and equestrian focused competition is permitted to take place
From June 7th the broader resumption of outdoor competition is planned
Such activity will take place under strict protocol and without spectators. The numbers involved in the return to competition for team sports should be reasonably consistent, with many of these sports routinely having a fixed number of competitors, officials and support staff.
The capacities in individual and non team focused sports will reflect the nature of the particular sport, the size and scale of proposed venues and the standard operating procedures of NGBs.
NGBs remain best placed to determine the final capacities and develop the required structures for safe competition.
In the initial stages Sports should focus on the minimum number of participants required to stage a meaningful event safely.
Additional thought will also be required by NGBs if organising events that take place (fully or partially) on public grounds or roads.
To assist NGBs in planning during the initial return astarting number of approximately 100 is recommended. This number would include participants, officials, management and essential support personnel.
These numbers can be reviewed further as the broader re-opening of sport continues across the summer months.
In certain cases it may be possible for NGBs to facilitate larger numbers of participants through the use of waves or pods.
When planning events NGBs should also seek to engage with other relevant stakeholders such as the Health & Rescue Services, Gardaí and the Local Authorities
If events cannot be organised within these recommended structures then they should not take place in the initial stages.
The following guiding principles should be considered as part of the development of any competition protocol.
Pre-booking of activity by all competitors is essential.
Health screening of all participats leading up to and on the day of the event should be completed. This includes officials & support personnel
Participants, officials and support personnel should not attend if unwell
Participants arrive ready to participate and leave immediately. (i.e. No changing room or shower use)
Additional signage, hand sanitization stations and deep cleaning measures should be implemented
Broadly, participants should aim to maintain social distancing (2m) on the ‘field of play’. The ability to implement this will be dependent on the ature of each individual sport
Educational information should be made available to participants, officials and support personnel in advance of the activity
It is important to note that Sporting Organisations wishing to deliver outdoor competition should incorporate the guidance outlined in this document into their existing Competition, Covid 19 Return to Work and Return to Sport Policies and Procedures. This Guidance is not sufficient in isolation
The ongoing allowance of competition will be dictated by the Public Health Situation
This guidance applies to the outdoor sporting competitionof National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs)
The guidance may also be used in organisingsporting activity by the Network of Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs)
The activitymust be sanctioned / supervised by the NGB/LSP or it’s affiliated / partner organisations
NGBs / LSPs will have responsibility for approving the activities to be undertaken. Sport Ireland is available to provide guidance to Sport Ireland recognised NGBs/LSPs where required.
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Saturday May 15th 2021
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| Niamh McCarthy, Leevale AC, who will be attempting Paralympic Qualification in the Women's Discus | Lizzie Lee, Leevale AC, who will be attempting Euopean 10,000m Cup Qualification |
Tomorrow sees the first track meet in Cork since last August, with an Athletics Ireland Micro-Meet, aimed at facilitating athletes attain Qualification Standards for Olympic and European levels
NOTE: This Micro-Meet is CLOSED to the public. No Spectators, including Coaches, will be admitted
The Sport Ireland sanctioned qualifying event for senior and pathway athletes comes at a time when athletes have been 'starved' of competition, due to the pandemic, and all the consequent restrictions. Deadlines for achieving the appropriate standards include Monday May 17 (European 10,000m), Monday May 24th (Olympic Games), Sunday July 4th (European Under 20 Chps), with European Under 23 Chps and World Under 20 Chp deadlines to come also.
| Dates | Event | Location |
| 5th June | European 10,000m Cup | Birmingham, UK |
| 8th - 11th July | European Under 23 Chps | Bergen, Norway |
| 15th - 18th July | European Under 20 Chps | Tallin, Estonia |
| 30th July - 8th Aug | Olympic Games | Tokyo, Japan |
| 17th - 20th Aug | World Under 20 Chps | Nairobi, Kenya |
The meet has come to Cork following approaches to Athletics Ireland by local Cork and Munster athletes, and will include 10,000m races to facilitate qualification for the European 10,000m cup and European U23 Track and Field Championships. Selections for the European 10,000m cup will take place on Monday 17th May.
The events will be elite only, and will cater for athletes targeting qualification and selection for the European U20 or U23 Track and Field Championships, European Senior Team Championships, Paralympic International Championships, or preparation for Tokyo 2021.
Athletics Ireland would like to thank Munster Technological University and Cork Athletics for helping to facilitate this micro meet.
Womens Discus Start List
Womens Pole Vault Start List
Mens 800m Start List
Full details, including schedule, and entry lists, are available on the Athletics Ireland results portal with live results from tomorrow morning (Sat 15th)
Strict Covid-19 safety measures will be in place including;
Notes:
Athletics Ireland Covid-19 Level 5 Update
May 7th 2021
Full details of the latest Government Level 5 restrictions can be found on Gov.ie
Adult Athletics is resuming from Monday next, May 10th!
Athletics Ireland Release May 7th 2021
"From May 10th outdoor training for adults in pods of a maximum of 15 people can return"
"The Covid 19 pandemic guidelines continue to develop and our knowledge of how best to manage living with the virus also continues to grow. This summary sheet is designed to streamline the Athletics Ireland guidelines for all Clubs and members in one page.
Covid 19 is still with us and we need to be ever vigilant regarding contact tracing, social distancing and hygiene. Non-contact outdoor training is permitted for children in pods of 15 including coaches. Non-contact outdoor training pods for under-age members and must have at least two Garda vetted adults present throughout. There should be at least one adult of each gender with mixed parties.
All Clubs are required to appoint a Lead Club Covid Officer and advise Athletics Ireland of their Lead Officers contact details. Please email the contact details of your Lead Club Covid Officer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. However, you may train as many additional Covid Officers as you see fit to support Club activity. The Club Covid Officer is a standalone role and should not be an active coach involved in a training session.
Additionally, it is critical to complete a Club Risk Assessment and to discuss this document with the Club committee.
Please display Covid health promotion posters at the Club.
For Club members note the following steps in order to attend your club.
New public health measures have been announced: The Path Ahead
Refer also to HSE Guidance on Protecting Yourself and Others from COVID-19
Outdoor (non-elite & club) matches and competitions may recommence on June 7
Such competition must take place without spectators.
Athletics Ireland continue to engage with the Sport Ireland Expert Group in advance of the reopening dates below to provide additional information and clarifications as required.
We are finalising a return to activity roadmap with the Expert Group that will be graduated and progressive in nature commencing with restricted competition from the 7th June 2021. Note there is no competition to take place prior to this date.
We look forward to sharing this roadmap with all in the coming days once signed off by the Sport Ireland Expert Group.
We thank you all for your patience as we negotiate the final stages of our Covid19 restrictions exit.
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Marathon Magazine, June 1986 - Vol 24, No 4, P26 - 28
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| Valuable Role of B.L.O.E. - Marathon Magazine, June 1986 - Vol 24, No 4, P26 - 28 | ||
Valuable Role of B.L.O.E. - Marathon Magazine, June 1986 - Vol 24, No 4, P26 - 28 (PDF File)
B.L.O.E. is the the juvenile wing of B.L.E. which caters for the under-11 to under-17 age groups. Having been totally involved with the organisation since 1970 I can speak very highly for what it is doing, both from the athletic point of view and the social point of view for the youth of our country. Competitions are organised at county, regional and national level in all track and field events and cross-country, plus a limited programme of indoor events.
In the past, B.L.O.E. has catered for thousands of young athletes, but a very small percentage have made it into junior and senior athletics. There are many reasons for this, but one of the major reasons must be too much competition and too intensive training at an early age. It is possible with the present set up for juvenile athletes to be competing for the 52 weeks of the year. The cross-country season can go on from September to April and then the track season begins and continues until September. Of course the argument can be raised that it should be the responsibility of the clubs, parents and coaches to limit the competition and this is fine in theory but when the competitions are available then the athletes compete in them.
I have advocated for a number of years that all B.L.O.E. cross-country events should be held between October and early December. There should be a break from then until the end of January with a limited programme of indoor events from then until mid-March. During that period colleges cross-country is available for those who need it.
The B.L.O.E. track season starts very early, usually in April, with most county championships in May, regional in June and national in July. After the nationals there should be a closed season at least for all athletes at national standard until October. I believe that it is this period many of them are destroyed, going to open events week after week, collecting more and more “plastic men” to adorn an already overcrowded room of dust collectors. We could learn a lot from the horse racing fraternity. A good trainer does not send a good horse out week after racing and I have yet to see a race for a young foal. The comparison may seem a little bit naive but the conclusion could have some merit.
Having said what I said I must pay tribute to all those parents, coaches, teachers, etc., who work tirelessly for the common good of our young people and I would appeal to our young athletes to appreciate the opportunities given to them. Use them well and sensibly and try to find your way into junior and senior athletics — you will need sport then just as much as sport needs you.
I have advocated for a number of years that all B.L.O.E. cross-country events should be held between October and early December. There should be a break from then until the end of January with a limited programme of indoor events from then until mid-March. During that period colleges cross-country is available for those who need it.
The B.L.O.E. track season starts very early, usually in April, with most county championships in May, regional in June and national in July. After the nationals there should be a closed season at least for all athletes at national standard until October. I believe that it is this period many of them are destroyed, going to open events week after week, collecting more and more “plastic men” to adorn an already overcrowded room of dust collectors. We could learn a lot from the horse racing fraternity. A good trainer does not send a good horse out week after racing and I have yet to see a race for a young foal. The comparison may seem a little bit naive but the conclusion could have some merit.
Having said what I said I must pay tribute to all those parents, coaches, teachers, etc., who work tirelessly for the common good of our young people and I would appeal to our young athletes to appreciate the opportunities given to them. Use them well and sensibly and try to find your way into junior and senior athletics — you will need sport then just as much as sport needs you.
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| Gormanstown B.L.O.E. young athletes course "Enjoying the Interval" | B.L.O.E. young athletes |
By Bro. Cuthbert Nolan, P.R.O.
Young Athletes' CoachingCourse, Gormanston
1/4/’86-4/4/’86
On the evening of Tuesday, April 1st, 1986, the corridors of Gormanston College, Co. Meath, began to echo and re-echo to the sound of athletic feet and mingling voices of hopeful Olympians as the process of Registration got under way. Old friendships were renewed and new ones were begun.
A total of 130 young athletes of 15 to 17 years, representing every county in Ireland, and all the athletic disciplines, Sprints, Middle Distance, Jumps and Throws, had reported to avail of the expertise afforded by some of the most experienced of Irish Athletic Coaches.
At 7.00 p.m. Mr. John McDermott, B.L.O.E. Vice-chairman and Course coordinator, welcomed everyone and outlined the arrangements for the following days, which were filled outwith a tight schedule of activities, lectures, swimming, table tennis and athletic films. Mr. Paddy McGovern, President of B.L.E., exhorted the athletes to show their appreciation to their clubs and to their coaches who do so much for them on a totally voluntary basis, to continue in the sport as administrators, even after their competition days are over, and always to aim to develop their full potential in the sport.
The weather was ideal. On Wednesday, the various groups were taken in tow by the coaches. The jumpers were taken by bus to Santry on Thursday. The disco that night was, as usual, greatly appreciated. Group sessions were interspersed by a series of lectures, viz The American University and Athletic Scholarships’ by Philip Conway; The National and International Competitions available to Young Athletes’ by Padraic Griffin; ‘Stretching before Training and its Importance’ . . Miss O'Connor. ‘Experiences of the Irish Olympic Camp 1984 in Los Angeles’. . Lar O’Byrne.. Our thanks to them and to the following Coaching Staff: Sean Naughton (Hurdles), Tom Coyle (Sprints), Brian Corcoran (Sprints), Philip Conway (Throws), Joe Doonan (Middle Distance), Lar O’Byrne (Long Distance and Steeplechase), John Shields (L. Jump), Niall Sweeney (Triple Jump), Des Goff (High Jump), Liam Hennessy (Pole Vault), Paul Quinlan (Hammer), Michael Lane (Walks), John Mulcaire (Javelin).
The followign observer coaches were present: Margaret Cadogan, Skibbereen; Geraldine Campion, Slieveardagh; Jeremiah Looney, Blarney/lniscarra; Paddy Farrell, St. L. O’T.; Michael O’Brien, Dungarvan; D. McCloskey, Oakleaf, Derry.
Members of the National Executive of BLOE present were: Mrs. A. Peppard, Mr. T. Darcy, Mr. B. Battersby, and Bro. Cuthbert. We wish to thank the catering and management staff of Gormanston College for the many facilities afforded our athletes.
On Friday afternoon a happy band of Irish boys and girls said “Good-bye” and paid their tributes to the eventuful days. I quote from one: “This course to me is one of the best in Ireland for young people of any age. The coaches and officials are all very friendly and they will help you in whatever way they can. The price of the course is very cheap, which will mean that a lot of people can afford to come and join in the fun. It lets us meet new friends. I don’t think there is anything needed to improve the course"
Who needs to import coaches with such fine reaction to our own?
All in all, Gormanston Easter Week 1986 will rank as one of the most successful courses ever organised by B.L.O.E.
Elite Sport Resumes From 19th of April
Elite sport: High performing athletes, as approved by Athletics Ireland and Sport Ireland, can resume.
From 26th of April
• Outdoor sports facilities can reopen (for example: pitches, golf courses and tennis courts, other facilities as appropriate).
• Activities should take place between a maximum of two households. Facilities including club houses and any indoor facilities (for example: changing rooms, showers, kitchens, meeting rooms), apart from essential toilet facilities must remain closed. There should not be any return to team sports or training activities.
• Underage non-contact outdoor training in pods of 15 can resume.
From 10th of May
• outdoor training for adults in pods of a maximum of 15 people
The Covid 19 pandemic guidelines continue to develop and our knowledge of how best to manage living with the virus also continues to grow. This summary sheet is designed to streamline the Athletics Ireland guidelines for all Clubs and members in one page.
Covid 19 is still with us and we need to be ever vigilant regarding contact tracing, social distancing and hygiene. Non-contact outdoor training is permitted for children in pods of 15 including coaches. Non-contact outdoor training pods for under-age members and must have at least two Garda vetted adults present throughout. There should be at least one adult of each gender with mixed parties.
All Clubs are required to appoint a Lead Club Covid Officer and advise Athletics Ireland of their Lead Officers contact details. Please email the contact details of your Lead Club Covid Officer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. However, you may train as many additional Covid Officers as you see fit to support Club activity. The Club Covid Officer is a standalone role and should not be an active coach involved in a training session.
Additionally, it is critical to complete a Club Risk Assessment, and to discuss this document with the Club committee
Please display Covid health promotion posters at the Club
For Club members note the following steps in order to attend your club:
1. Book all sessions online using the Athletics Ireland Covid booking
app
2. Maintain social distancing during training at all times.
3. Carry a bottle of hand sanitiser and use regularly.
4. If using equipment wipe clean before and after use with an appropriate cleaning agent.
5. Do not attend training in your club if you feel unwell or are displaying any Covid symptoms such as fever, shortness of breath or loss of smell or taste.
New public health measures announced: The Path Ahead
This week saw a welcome return of Juvenile training for most clubs, with many clubs celebrating on their social media channels. A number of clubs opened partially, so that they could assess their own readiness and ensure that Garda Vetting and Child Safety Protocols are up to date, and to process these for new and returning volunteers.
Further opening up of the sport will, hopefully, be announced in the coming weeks, facilitated by the roll-out of the Covid vaccines at large scale centres, such as Pairc Ui Caoimh, which is operating 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week
