Ballyroan 10 Mile and 5k
Sunday, 23 January 2022
Total finishers:
272
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RACE REPORT

The Ballyroan 10 mile & 5k was the first event of out restritcions. The mood at todays event was fantastic as we could get back into full flow of events. 

This was a really well organised event by Ballyroan, Abbeyleix & District A.C. in laois. The weather conditions were ideal for running with dry road surfaces and little or no breeze. This is very much a community event, However, many fine athletes also traveled to Ballyroan. Both races finished in the heart of the village where they were greeted with a wall of music and commentary to give them the final push across the line. The local pub Scully's was the after relaxation area with outdoor teas and light food. 

The main 10 mile race had some very fine athletes and well known in running circles. Sean Hehir (previous National Marathon Winner) took to the line. We also had Martin Hoare of Celbridge A.C. and Tudor Moldovan of Clonliffe Harriers who had been in great form recently. All 3 athletes are focusing on the long distance this season. This was a tough call as to who would win the race. It was close for long parts of the race but from 8 miles to the finish Martin Hoare pushed it home to take victory in a time of 51:15. Tudor was 2nd with Sean in 3rd place. 

The women' s race had 2 course records broken. Rosemary Ryan held the record with a time of 1:00:46. Today the very much in form Siobhain O'Doherty of Borrisokane A.C. smashed the record with a time of 58:04. Isobel Oakes of Sligo AC also broke the existing record in a time of 58:59. Team prizes were also awarded with 4 to score. Liffey Valley A.C. won the men's as they packed well together. They were closely folllowed behind with just 2 points behind St. Michael's A.C. The women's team winners were Ballyskenach A.C.

 

Well done to all who attended to make this a great event. Full results can be seen by clicking on results button below

 

 

 

RESULTS

PHOTOS

10 Mile Start Video

Martin Hoare Men's Winner

Siobhain 0'Doherty Women's Winner

FINISH VIDEO TO 1HR 2MINS

FINISH VIDEO 1HR 2 MIN TO 1HR 14

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