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