More than 260 take part in Coralstown 5k fundraiser
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The start of the race in Coralstown.Image 2 of 12
Paul Forristal at the finish line.Image 3 of 12
Sharon Griffith, Orla Walsh, Karen Murphy, Janet Daly, Diane Seale, Joanna Tyrrell and Fiona Staunton helped with the refreshments.Image 4 of 12
Nuala Moran from Multyfarnham, Micheál O’Sullivan from Rochfortbridge and Bridget McCabe from Curraghmore.Image 5 of 12
Tadhg and Derek Sheridan from Mullingar.Image 6 of 12
John McNamara, Therese Glynn and Kieran Dodrill from Mullingar Harriers.Image 7 of 12
Kevin McGrath, Phelim Leonard and Cllr Denis Leonard on Wednesday evening.Image 8 of 12
Daire Finn (1st place) and Matthew Glennon (3rd place).Image 9 of 12
Gareth Glennon from Coralstown.Image 10 of 12
Deirdre Yeates and Marcella McDonald racing to the line.Image 11 of 12
Mick Fagan after the race.Image 12 of 12
Stephen Holland, Cormac Minnock, Peter Mooney, Joe Bannon and Cathal Ennis from Na Fianna AC.We are thrilled to share the fantastic success of the Coralstown 5k held on Wednesday May 31, at Coralstown National School. More than 260 participants, including students, parents, staff, and community members, joined us on race day. The energy was palpable as runners and walkers of all ages came together in what has become a hugely anticipated annual event in the racing calendar.
Daire Finn from Kildare was the first man across the line in a time of 15:17, and local athlete Susan Glennon was first home for the ladies in a time of 18:52.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated volunteers who ensured everything ran smoothly, from registration in the school hall to our time keepers and stewards. Your hard work and commitment were key to the success of the event.
A special thank you to our sponsors for their generous contributions. Your support provided the necessary resources to organise this event and helped us surpass our fundraising goal. The funds raised will directly benefit our school, enhancing educational programmes and facilities for our students.
Finally, thank you to our 5k race committee of Matt Glennon, Francis Murtagh, Mary Walsh and, in particular, to our wonderful school secretary Joanna Tyrrell, who coordinated the event with such expertise, attention to detail and good humour.
To everyone who participated, cheered, and donated, thank you for making this race such a resounding success and we hope to see you all on the starting line next year, please God.
– Michael Ward, Príomh Oide, Coralstown NS.