Ferbane AC at Ballyskenagh AC 5K – Race 6 of the Healthy Offaly Series

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