FORDES DAYBREAK WINTER LEAGUE.
€ 2.750 DONATED AT FORDE’S DAYBREAK WINTER LEAGUE CHARITY NIGHT TO DUNGARVAN LOURDES INVALID FUND.
We had another great turnout last Wednesday which saw a slightly later start as a mark of respect on a bereavement. The weather was really nice last week for a change and of course it was our annual charity night run which this year was in aid of Dungarvan Lourdes Invalid fund and true to the spirit of our charity night each year the runners of the league once again dug very deep and came up with a whopping sum of 2.750 Euro for our chosen charity this year .Our sponsor Kevin Forde handed over the cheque on behalf of all the runners which we can be sure will help send a couple of individuals to Lourdes next year .A huge thanks you to the runners for contributing, our sponsor Kevin and topped up with a donation from the club, thanks also to Tommy Street who came along on the night to receive the cheque on behalf of the Lourdes fund.This Wednesday night the 17th is our final round for 2025 so make sure to come along to round off the pre-Christmas leg our winter league. Make sure to keep up the training over the break, even if it’s only the odd run or two it will make all the difference when the league resumes in 2026 on Wednesday, January 7th .For now from all at the Forde’s Daybreak winter league, may you and your loved ones have a lovely Christmas and we hope to see you all in the new year for the 2nd leg with another 4 rounds to be completed.
SHORT COURSE NUMBERS HOLDING UP GREAT.
It was a cool, crisp, still evening and again near perfect for running as the runners gathered for the second last week of the Fordes Daybreak Winter League as we take our two week Christmas break after this after tonight’s league which is round 7 . Once again a great crowd of 138.Runners gathered in Dungarvan Sports Centre before heading out on the 2.3 mile run . This section of the league has first timers and beginners in mind and is a manageable distance for most as it covers 2.3 miles in total. Even if you haven’t come along up to now, maybe it’s a challenge you could take on for the New Year. This Wednesday (17th December) is our last night for 2025 before the league resumes on the 07th January. The overall tables are starting to take shape and will be available shortly. First back on the night was Estelle Forristal in a time of 26:09 with Vincent Tutty next 23:38,Ailbhe Looby followed in 3rd 19:18 with Jenny Mc Carthy just 1 second behind 19:19,Patrick Ryan clocked a good time of 24:48 while Liam Coyle 24:27 Filled 6th place. Well done to all who took part, and remember newcomers are always welcome. Just come along to Dungarvan Sports centre on Wednesday Night at 6.30 to pick up a number. A huge thanks to all who contributed to our annual Christmas charity night last week your donations made all the difference. Also thanks to all out Stewards out on the course and our crew in the hall and at the Finish Line. please note clocks will start at 6.40 pm. For the final round this evening.
LONG COURSE RUNNERS KEEP ON ROCKING.
We had another superb night last week for our league which was also our Christmas charity night at the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League with just this coming week remaining now before we take our annual Christmas break. Well done to all the runners for their generosity on our charity night.The evening was idea for the run last week as the long course runners are really rocking around the course after 6 weeks of racing. Another brilliant turnout of runners took aprt on the long course last week when 232 competed. It has to be said the Ladies were very dominant at the head of affairs last week when filling the top 3 p[positions home on the night. Anne Moore was first cross the finish line in a time of 39:06 followed in by Denise Hogan 46:12 with Diane Behan 39:22 filling 3rd place, first man home was Barry Walsh in a time of 48:25 with Helen Leahy well under the 50 minute barrier in 48:27 and in 6th place was Donal O’Mahony 42:41.Best of luck to all tonight the final round for 2025 , please note clocks will start at 6.40 pm.
37th ANNUAL KIELY MONUMENTAL COLLIGAN CUP ON SUNDAY 11th JANUARY.
Date for the diary and one of the most popular events on our calendar is the 37th annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup which will be held on Sunday 11th January.The McGrath Newsagents sponsored Juvenile race starts at 11.00 pm and the Senior event will be at 12 noon. The senior race is over the usual 5 miles Colligan wood circuit and Juveniles will have a single 1-mile circuit to run. The Colligan cup is a unique event in that it is run on a handicap basis where you simply predict your finishing time over a 5 mile run, with the winner being the person who is nearest to that predicted time. This makes the race open to all no matter what your standard is, everyone has the same chance of taking the title. Now in its 37th year we would like to thank sincerely our sponsor for all of those 37 years David Kiely of Kiely Monumental for his on-going support for the local running club West Waterford AC. So for a great fun event on the yearly running calendar Colligan is where you need to be come Sunday 11th January.
34th ANNUAL JOHN TREACY DUNGARVAN 10.
ENTRIES NOW OPEN AND FILLING FAST ,
West Waterford athletic club are delighted to announce that entries for our 34th annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 mile road race are now open to all and filling nicely. Its expected the race will shortly be sold out as we have exceeded the 3.00 mark at time of going to press. The entry is an online entry through our race web site www.dungarvan10mile.org or through eventmaster.ie. The event now in its 34th year has established itself as a must run race on the Irish road running calendar with participants from all four corners of the country and beyond participating. The race has grown year on year from humble beginnings 34 years ago. This year our entry limit will be 3.750 ,this we hope will see all runners wishing to run the event in 2026 getting an entry to do so. Please note that this event usually sells out well before closing date so do get your entry in if you intend running on Sunday February 1st 2026.The John Treacy Dungarvan 10 brings together the ideal race combination of fun runners, joggers, club athletes and top class internationals who compete over a fast flat 10 mile course around the historic town of Dungarvan as we all look forward to an even bigger and better event on Sunday February 1st next. To stage such a big event of course requires good sponsor and we are fortunate to have the support many associate sponsors and many local businesses and individuals who are all giving valuable support helping to make the day a great occasion for the town of Dungarvan.
All race details can be found at www.dungarvan10mile.org
- STEPHEN’S DAY RUN/WALK IN AID OF SHAM RYAN RECOVERY FUND.
The Dungarvan GAA club annual St. Stephen’s Day event will go ahead once again this year and all monies collected with benefit the Sham Ryan Recovery fund and all are invited to participate. Please do come along to the Dungarvan GAA Club grounds Clogherane at 11am St Stephens morning and walk or run off all that turkey!! We are delighted to be in a position to support this year’s recipient in Sham Ryan . While hard at work, Sham was unexpectedly stung by a wasp—an incident that quickly turned life-threatening when he went into anaphylaxis and suffered a cardiac arrest. Thanks to the incredible efforts of first responders, he was airlifted to CUH, where the amazing nursing staff and medical team fought tirelessly to save his life. Their care has given him a second chance. But Sham’s journey is far from over. He is now waiting for a bed in the National Rehabilitation Centre in Dún Laoghaire, where he will begin what is expected to be a long and challenging road to recovery. The rehabilitation process will be intensive, and the costs associated—travel, time away from work, on-going therapies, and unforeseen expenses—will place a heavy strain financially. We are asking for your support to help ease the financial burden during this incredibly difficult time. Any donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference and help Sham focus on what matters most: Your support will directly contribute to Shams recovery with all monies raised donate to his fund, Look forward to seeing you .
BERNIE WADE RIP.
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bernie Wade of Portlaw.Bernie, together with her husband Michael, was a dedicated and valued member of our club throughout the 90’s and early 20’s. Michael proudly represented the club at countless races over the years, always wearing the club singlet with great pride. Bernie was ever-present on the side-lines, offering support, encouragement, and a warm smile to everyone. She was an immense help to the club — especially at registration and finish line duties, ensuring names, numbers, and times were recorded accurately. Her kindness, commitment, and generosity of spirit left a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Bernie will be sadly missed by her husband Michael, her sons Robert and Alan, her daughter Michelle, and the extended Wade family. May she rest in peace.
SYMPATHY.
West Waterford athletic club extend sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Miguel Garcia Murphy Place Abbeyside and Bridget Uí Mhuirgheasa Baile na nGall Mór, Rinn Ó gCuanach, who passed to their eternal reward, may they rest in peace.
