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45 Years of Irish Running. One Timeless Gift.This Christmas, give more than a present — give a legacy of passion, perfor...
28/11/2025

45 Years of Irish Running. One Timeless Gift.

This Christmas, give more than a present — give a legacy of passion, performance, and pride in Irish sport. Since 1981, Irish Runner Magazine has been the heartbeat of the nation’s running community. Now, it celebrates 45 years of excellence with a landmark collector’s edition you’ll treasure forever.

THE 2026 YEARBOOK — NOW AVAILABLE!!!

A powerful celebration of Irish running, featuring:
• Exclusive interviews with Kate O’Connor & Cian McPhillips
• Rising stars & grassroots heroes shaping the future
• Elite training, nutrition & physio guidance from top experts
• Complete coverage of the World Athletics Championships
• Best running shoes of 2026 with Intersport Elverys
• The story of the Irish Life Dublin Marathon, national awards & season-defining moments
• 2026 Fixtures Wall Planner + Exclusive Souvenir Medals Poster

The Perfect Gift for Every Runner

Whether you lace up for fun, fitness, or the finish line — this is the ultimate Christmas gift for anyone who runs, coaches, or lives the sport.

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45 years strong — and still pushing the limits.
From local roads to the world stage, this is Irish running, captured forever.

“The miracle isn’t that we run fast — it’s that we chose to run at all.”

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Derval O’Rourke – Hall of Fame Induction at the 123.ie National Athletics Awards Congratulations to Derval O’Rourke who ...
27/11/2025

Derval O’Rourke – Hall of Fame Induction at the 123.ie National Athletics Awards

Congratulations to Derval O’Rourke who has officially taken her place among Irish sporting royalty with her induction into the Irish Athletics Hall of Fame — a fitting honour for an athlete whose career redefined excellence on the global stage.

Her international rise ignited in spectacular fashion in 2003 at the European U23 Championships, where she stormed to fourth place in the 100m hurdles in a blistering 12.96 seconds. That run didn’t just announce her arrival — it shattered the Irish national record and clinched her qualification for the 2004 Olympic Games. It was the first major chapter in a career that would inspire a generation.

Over the years that followed, O’Rourke became a constant presence on the world’s biggest stages, competing at three Olympic Games and consistently proving she belonged among the elite. The pinnacle of her glittering career came in 2006 when she captured World Indoor gold in the 60m hurdles — a defining moment that etched her name permanently into Irish sporting history.

Relentless, fearless, and uncompromising in pursuit of greatness, O’Rourke didn’t just chase excellence — she set the standard. Her legacy now stands as a benchmark for what Irish athletes can achieve on the world stage.

“Greatness isn’t built in the spotlight — it’s forged in the unseen hours when quitting would be easier than continuing.”

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27/11/2025

🔥 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 — 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯 𝟐𝟖!

A landmark collector’s edition featuring:
• In-depth interviews featuring Kate O’Connor & Cian McPhillips
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• Expert training, nutrition & physio insights
• Full World Athletics Championships coverage
• Dublin Marathon highlights, national awards & more
• 2026 Fixtures Wall Planner + Souvenir Poster

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💚 45 years strong — and still pushing forward.

One for the archives from last weekend in Derry!😀It was a special reunion for Brian McBride, Tom Breen, John Cronin, and...
27/11/2025

One for the archives from last weekend in Derry!😀

It was a special reunion for Brian McBride, Tom Breen, John Cronin, and Brendan McDaid - members of the historic Ulster (then Northern Region) team that made history at the All Ireland Cross Country Championships in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, on 22 December 1974👦

In the Boys Under 15 race, Ulster claimed their first-ever Provincial gold medals, with Brian McBride (Glenree) finishing second and Tom Breen (Downpatrick) third, both making the individual podium. The rest of the scoring team included John Cronin (Glenree), Damian Quinn (Omagh), Brendan McDaid (Letterkenny), and Dessie O’Donnell (Sparta), with Brendan Patton (Finn Valley) just outside the scoring six.

Fast forward 51 years, and it was wonderful to meet up again last Sunday in Derry. Brian is now coaching successful Sligo AC athletes, while Brendan and John were officiating for Athletics Ireland. Tom has also made a significant contribution to our sport since his competitive days👏

Here’s to the memories, the friendships, and the enduring spirit of Irish athletics! 🏃‍♂️🏆🇮🇪

🔥 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐇 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 — 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯 𝟐𝟖!Make sure to pick up this collector’s edition featuring:🤩In...
27/11/2025

🔥 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐇 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 — 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯 𝟐𝟖!

Make sure to pick up this collector’s edition featuring:
🤩In-depth interviews featuring Kate O’Connor & Cian McPhillips
🌟Rising stars + grassroots heroes
🏃‍♀️ Expert training, nutrition & physio insights
🥈Full World Athletics Championships coverage
👟Dublin Marathon highlights, national awards & more
💥2026 Fixtures Wall Planner + Souvenir Poster

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Record Breaker Kate O’Connor Named Athlete of the YearIrish athletics has a new standard-bearer — and her name is Kate O...
26/11/2025

Record Breaker Kate O’Connor Named Athlete of the Year

Irish athletics has a new standard-bearer — and her name is Kate O’Connor. The Dundalk star swept the top honours at the 123.ie National Athletics Awards, which took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Santry, Dublin.

After a sensational 2025 season on the world stage, Kate was crowned Athlete of the Year and also secured Field & Multi Event Athlete of the Year — a double that underlined her status as one of the world’s very best. Her year included World Championship silver in Tokyo, World University Games gold, World Indoor silver and European Indoor bronze.

The night also honoured one of Ireland’s all-time greats, with sprint hurdling legend Derval O’Rourke inducted into the Irish Athletics Hall of Fame, celebrating a glittering career that included three Olympic Games and a World Indoor title.

Across the awards, rising stars, record-breakers, volunteers and clubs were all celebrated, reflecting an extraordinary year for the sport nationwide.

From teenage sprint sensations to marathon warriors, from relay record-breakers to lifelong servants of Irish athletics — this was a night that honoured the past, celebrated the present and looked boldly to the future.

But at the heart of it all stood Kate O’Connor — world class, record-breaking, and now officially Ireland’s Athlete of the Year.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS – 123.ie National Athletics Awards 2025

Hall of Fame: Derval O’Rourke
Athlete of the Year: Kate O’Connor
Lifetime Services to Athletics: Cyril Smyth
Endurance Athlete of the Year: Fionnuala McCormack
Under 20 Athlete of the Year: Conor Kelly
Under 23 Athlete of the Year: Nicola Tuthill
Track Athlete of the Year: Cian McPhillips
Field & Multi Event Athlete of the Year: Kate O’Connor
Team of the Year: Men’s 4x100m Relay (Michael Farrelly, Sean Aigboboh, Marcus Lawler, Israel Olatunde, Bori Akinola)
Inspirational Performance on Irish Soil: Cian McPhillips
Special Recognition Award: Dick Hooper
Performance Club of the Year: Dundrum South Dublin AC
Services to Coaching: Joe Doonan
Official of the Year: Declan Curtin
Development Club of the Year: Moy Valley AC
Mountain Runner of the Year: Brian Mullins
Masters Athlete of the Year: Edel Maguire
Ultra Runner of the Year: Caitriona Jennings
Schools’ Athlete of the Year: Sean Doggett
University Athlete of the Year: Laura Frawley

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Irish Squad Announced for 2025 SPAR European Cross Country ChampionshipsAthletics Ireland has confirmed a formidable 34-...
25/11/2025

Irish Squad Announced for 2025 SPAR European Cross Country Championships

Athletics Ireland has confirmed a formidable 34-athlete team for the SPAR European Cross Country Championships in Lagoa, Portugal on December 14th.

The senior squads will be led by newly crowned national champions Brian Fay and Fiona Everard, both arriving in excellent form following standout wins in Derry.

Brian Fay, the national 5000m record holder, anchors a senior men’s lineup packed with European experience, including Cormac Dalton, Jack O’Leary, Darragh McElhinney, and Efrem Gidey.

Fiona Everard is joined by Niamh Allen, Danielle Donegan, Mary Mulhare, and Emily Haggard Kearney on a competitive senior women’s team.

Ireland returns to the mixed relay with world finalists Cian McPhillips and Andrew Coscoran, alongside Laura Nicholson and European U23 bronze medallist Eimear Maher.

In the U23 ranks, medal contender Nick Griggs leads a strong men’s squad, while the women’s team features Anika Thompson, Ava O’Connor, and
national champion Roise Roberts.

The U20 teams blend experience and debut performances, with athletes such as
Anna Gardiner and Emma Hickey expected to feature prominently.

For full teams selected https://tinyurl.com/3htdjanv

“Great athletes chase results—great teams
chase possibility. In Portugal, Ireland will chase both.”

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🏃‍♀️ 𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬! 🏃‍♂️Clonliffe Harriers AC was thrilled to welcome the McCa...
24/11/2025

🏃‍♀️ 𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬! 🏃‍♂️

Clonliffe Harriers AC was thrilled to welcome the McCabes Pharmacy Fit for Life Roadshow to Morton Stadium on Wednesday, November 19th, in partnership with Athletics Ireland🤩

Nearly 30 participants braved the coldest evening of the tour to join the event, with the McCabes team on hand providing goody bags and plenty of motivation. It was a fantastic opportunity for members to connect, share the joy of movement, and reinforce their commitment to lifelong fitness👏

💡 Did you know? Fit for Life members can enjoy a 10% discount on training, nutrition, and recovery products at McCabes Pharmacy!
👉 Use code: AthleticsIreland10
🔗 Learn more: https://www.mccabespharmacy.com/pages/mccabes-pharmacy-fit-for-life-programme
🔗 Read about our trip to Morton Stadium: https://tinyurl.com/458rp76d

Driven by Endurance: Conquering the 123.ie National Cross Country ChampionshipsIn the unforgiving conditions at the Temp...
23/11/2025

Driven by Endurance: Conquering the 123.ie National Cross Country Championships

In the unforgiving conditions at the Templemore Sports Complex in Derry, athletes from across Ireland rose to the challenge, showcasing grit, determination, and exceptional talent at the 123.ie National Cross Country Championships. What unfolded was a masterclass in resilience — every race a testament to the spirit of Irish athletics.

Across muddy tracks and biting winds, competitors pushed themselves beyond limits, cheered on by dedicated volunteers, supporters, and the tireless team at Athletics Ireland. The event once again proved why it remains a shining highlight on the national athletics calendar.

RESULTS

Senior Men – 7,500m
1st: Brian Fay (Raheny Shamrock AC) – 25:13
2nd: Nick Griggs (Candour Track Club) – 25:15
3rd: Cormac Dalton (Mullingar Harriers AC) – 25:16

Senior Women – 7,500m
1st: Fiona Everard (Bandon AC) – 26:49
2nd: Niamh Allen (Leevale AC) – 27:04
3rd: Danielle Donegan (Tullamore Harriers) – 27:10

U23 Men – 7,500m
1st: Nick Griggs (Candour Track Club) – 25:15
2nd: Jonas Stafford (UCD AC) – 25:39
3rd: Niall Murphy (Ennis Track AC) – 25:51

U23 Women – 7,500m
1st: Roise Roberts (Candour Track Club) – 27:29
2nd: Amy Greene (Finn Valley AC) – 27:40
3rd: Eimear Maher (Dundrum South Dublin AC) – 28:07

U20 Men – 4,500m
1st: Noah Harris (Parnell AC) – 14:02
2nd: Caolan McFadden (Cranford AC) – 14:06
3rd: Tom Breslin (Clonliffe Harriers) – 14:11

U20 Women – 4,500m
1st: Emma Hickey (United Striders AC) – 15:36
2nd: Lucy Foster (Willowfield Harriers) – 15:55
3rd: Eimear Cooney (Ace AC) – 16:12

U18 Boys – 4,500m
1st: Andrew Hinds (Togher AC) – 14:21
2nd: Conrad Latham (Raheny Shamrock AC) – 14:31
3rd: James Foot (Bray Runners AC) – 14:41

U18 Girls – 4,500m
1st: Emma Hickey (United Striders AC) – 15:36
2nd: Abby Smith (Shercock AC) – 16:27
3rd: Isabel O’Reilly (Blackrock AC) – 16:40

U16 Boys – 4,000m
1st: Darragh Whelan (Limerick AC) – 12:27
2nd: David Frazer (Craughwell AC) – 12:50
3rd: Ruby Devereaux (Youghal AC) – 12:53

U16 Girls – 4,000m
1st: Freya Renton (Westport AC) – 13:47
2nd: Ally Duffy (Tullamore Harriers) – 14:08
3rd: Holly Renton (Westport AC) – 14:09

U14 Boys – 3,000m
1st: Daniel Greene (Kilkenny City Harriers) – 9:31
2nd: Harry McVeigh (Newcastle & District AC) – 9:32
3rd: Lucas Ballantine (Sligo AC) – 9:33

U14 Girls – 3,000m
1st: Sinéad Fitzpatrick (St. Abban’s AC) – 10:09
2nd: Roxane Sands (Moy Valley AC) – 10:18
3rd: Ailbhe Finucane (Templeogue AC) – 10:21

U12 Boys – 2,000m
1st: Lukas Janosik (City of Derry Spartans AC) – 6:07
2nd: Loughlin Downes (St. Cronan’s AC) – 6:07
3rd: Oisin Gallagher (Tír Chonaill AC) – 6:14

U12 Girls – 2,000m
1st: Sadhbh Callan (Foyle Valley AC) – 6:29
2nd: Sophia Stanley (Dundrum South Dublin AC) – 6:30
3rd: Louisa Martin (Parnell AC) – 6:33

“Champions aren’t defined by the conditions they face, but by the courage with which they face them.”

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FREYA RENTON of Westport AC, County Mayo, celebrates after dominating the U16 girls’ race at the 123.ie National Cross C...
23/11/2025

FREYA RENTON of Westport AC, County Mayo, celebrates after dominating the U16 girls’ race at the 123.ie National Cross Country Championships at Templemore Sports Complex in Derry.

Taking a brilliant silver was Ally Duffy of Tullamore Harriers, while Freya’s twin sister Holly delivered a powerful performance to claim bronze.

Three exceptional athletes, one relentless race — each proving that the fiercest battles forge the strongest champions.

“Let your stride be bold, your heart be brave, and your journey unstoppable.”

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Bandon AC’s FIONA EVERARD claimed her second national senior cross country crown, adding to the title she first captured...
23/11/2025

Bandon AC’s FIONA EVERARD claimed her second national senior cross country crown, adding to the title she first captured in 2023.

The Cork native—now training out of Galway—bided her time through the early stages as Niamh Allen (Leevale AC) set a relentless tempo up front.

With a little more than a lap remaining, Everard surged past Allen and powered away, turning the final stretch into a commanding solo run to the finish.

Her victory also confirms her place on the Irish team for the European Cross Country Championships, marking her third consecutive appearance on the continental stage.

This latest triumph is yet another sign of Everard’s growing consistency and competitive maturity. Her controlled effort, smart race strategy, and fearless late charge reflect an athlete who continues to rise with every season.

“Success is not just about winning races—it’s about believing in the strength you’re still discovering within yourself.”

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Irish Runner is Ireland's only dedicated running magazine, catering for all ages, abilities and fitness levels! Irish Runner is published by IFP Media – www.ifpmedia.com – an independent and family-owned publishing company. It is the official publication of Athletics Ireland and was established by Frank Greally more than 35 years ago! Subscribers receive six copies per year for just €30: http://www.athleticsireland.ie/shop-athletics-ireland/irish-runner-subscription Editorial: Frank Greally, consultant editor – [email protected] Bernie Commins, editor – [email protected]; +353 1 709 6932.

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