Menapians Athletic Club

VHI Women's Mini Marathon
Sharron Dier made the trip to Dublin to run through 10k. 30,000 women filled the streets of Dublin City as they completed 10k route in favourable conditions.well done Sharron, run finished in 1hr16mins.

Festival of Running 2026
A festival of a different kind took place in Johnstown Castle as the historical venue saw a huge gang of athletes all ready to challenge themselves.
Multiple race distances were available as 100k, 50k, 25k and 10k options with different start times throughout the day.
A scenic loop was marked, the start/finish gantry erected and off they went.
Great to see our members supporting other clubs events.
Anthony took 2nd place in the 50k, Casey just missed 3rd in 10k by mere seconds well done.
Well done to Wexford Marathon Club

Results:
50k:
Anthony Dowd 3:56:51
Ryan Ellard 5:28:07

10k:
Pat Gallagher 47:47
Casey Jordan 51:51
Kirsty Hynds 53:42
Ollie Stack 59:49
Ann Thomas 1:02:16
Gráinne Hayes 1:05:34
Sam Donegan 1:12:59
Bridie McGuire 1:28:47

Ryan Midwinter completed his first ever marathon today, the Cork City Marathon, he finished with a great time of 3:45.
Dave Midwinter completed the half marathon in a time of 1:53.
Two great runs from a father and son, well done gents.

National Schools Track & Field
In Tullamore Josh Nolan was competing in Senior Javelin (800g) for Wexford CBS
Up against the countries best throwers Josh stuck to his task and threw his way to a fantastic 4th place.
A true testament to Josh's workmate, 4th in the country !
Well done to Josh and his coaches.

Nice work Pat

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Fair play Niall
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Wishing Josh Nolan the best as he represents Wexford CBS tomorrow at the schools All Ireland

Weekly Weekend Parkrun Roundup
Possibly the warmest morning of 2026 saw members head for their parkruns.
Special mentions this week Ollie Stack (200) & Gráinne Hayes (100) on their milestones.
Ger gets the nod for parkrun furthest from home.

Wexford Racecourse :
Bridie McGuire, Sinead Ryan Dave Percival, Sharron Dier, Michael Murphy, Helen Burrell, Darren O'Grady, Ollie Stack, Alex Parris, Ryan Ellard, Fran Power, Brian Smyth, Ryan Midwinter, Dave Midwinter , Dermot Foley, John Hyland.

Falls Parkrun Belfast:
Enda O'Sullivan

Ekerbergsletta, Oslo :
Ger Mulhall

Club training Sessions continue all through the week just check our website www.menapiansac.com or our social media accounts for more information.
Feel free to contact us through our social media pages or talk to any club member if you are interested in joining the club or try out a session.

Wonderful news reaching us as we found out club member and previous Treasurer and committee member Micheal Kinsella got engaged to his partner Colette.
Huge congratulations to you both and wishing you every happiness in the future.