Race 6 of the Healthy Offaly 5K Road Race Series took place on Friday, 30th May in Ballyskenagh, with the switch from Sunday mornings to Friday evenings proving a big hit—evident from the huge attendance.
As always, Ballyskenagh AC delivered a flawlessly organised event. From car parking and stewarding to the famous post-race refreshments, every detail was looked after. The route, which brings runners past the scenic Cistercian Monastery, remains one of the most popular on the circuit.
Ferbane AC Results & Highlights
Twenty members of Ferbane AC made the trip, with impressive performances across the board:
- 🔥 Donough McBrearty led the men home for the club in a superb 16:58
- 🌟 Edel Waldron was first Ferbane female in a strong 21:10
- 👏 A huge well done to our ‘Couch to 5K’ graduates, who continue to represent the club with pride and consistency
Full Results:
- Donough McBrearty – 16:58
- Niall Kelly – 17:19
- Tim Camon – 20:28
- Francis Connolly – 21:01
- Edel Waldron – 21:10
- Kevin Brazil – 21:25
- Vincent Devery – 21:22
- Michelle Feighery – 22:37
- Catriona Guinan – 24:30
- Sinead Greene – 25:29
- Padraig Malone – 25:51
- Noel Horan – 26:10
- Annemaria Egan – 28:24
- Claire Nugent – 28:29
- John Bennett – 28:51
- Padraig Johnson – 29:14
- Marie Greene – 29:40
- Lucy Devery – 31:55
- Eleanor Hickey – 34:04
- Karen Malone – 34:08
Athlete Spotlight – Sinead Greene
A special congratulations to Sinead Greene, one of Ferbane AC’s rising stars. After running a strong 5K on Friday night, she went on to compete in the Senior Girls Final of the 800m at the Schools Track & Field Championships in Tullamore the following day.
A double effort in two very different races, and a brilliant example of determination and team spirit. Well done, Sinead!
📸 Photo credits: Ronan Daly
