Rosses AC delivered a phenomenal performance at the All-Ireland championships in Tullamore, with 28 athletes proudly representing the club and showcasing exceptional talent across all age groups.
Highlights included an outstanding silver medal in the U9 girls’ long jump from Faye Sweeney and Molly O’Donnell, alongside strong relay and sprint performances from both U9 teams.
Eli Gallagher secured an impressive individual bronze in U9 boys’ turbo javelin, while relay teams across age groups consistently achieved top‑15 finishes nationally. Standout individual performances included Mary Kate McDonald (5th overall U10 500m), Ari Bonner (sixth overall U10 500m), Molly McCready and Aine Doherty (top‑10 U11 600m pairing), and James McDonald (sixth overall U11 60m), with multiple personal bests and significant improvements recorded throughout.
Across all events—from throws and jumps to middle-distance and relays—the athletes demonstrated composure, teamwork, and determination, many in their first year at this level. The day marked a fitting conclusion to a highly successful U9–U12 track and field season, reflecting the dedication of athletes, coaches, and parents, and highlighting a bright future for this talented and spirited group.
Rosses senior athletes delivered strong showings across a busy few days of racing last week. At round two of the Ardara Series, Charlie O’Donnell (16:24) led the club home in second following a race the previous evening, with Ryan Wilson and Mark Ward (17:36), Patrick Trimble (18:16) and Declan Gallagher (20:10) all producing excellent runs, while Claire O’Donnell (20:26) took second in the ladies race alongside strong performances from Cathy Breslin and Angela Trimble.
At the Glenswilly 5K, Declan Ferry claimed a superb victory in 15:28 after a thrilling battle, with Charlie O’Donnell third (15:49) and Shane O’Donnell fourth (16:09), supported by a host of PBs and top finishes throughout the field. The Rosses women also impressed, taking all three F40 podium spots through Claire O’Donnell (1st, 19:43), Martina Mulhern (second, 20:28) and Nicole O’Donnell (third, 21:37), alongside strong runs from Caitlin O’Donnell, Rachel Brennan (PB), Angela Trimble and Marie Gallagher.
Adding to a memorable week, Fodhla secured a silver medal in the long jump at the NI/Ulster Championships with a consistent 5.26m, highlighting the continued strength and depth across the club while at the Tailteann Games there was great performance from Eli Duffy in the Javelin who competed well despite carrying an injury while Evan Ward jumped 1.80M in the High Jump to finish fourth in a competition where he is a year out of his age group.