Breathnach sets new personal records in shot putt and discus
GALWAY’S Sean Breathnach produced superb performances competing at the British Athletics League in Liverpool recently.
Competing for Kent AC, Breathnach threw huge new personal bests in both the shot putt, with 17.84m, and also in the Discus, with a throw of 51.11 metres. These results now place him now eighth on the Irish all time list for the shot and 15th in discus.
Meanwhile, the 28th edition of one of Galway’s longest running road races took place Saturday last on a fast circuit around Claregalway, with over 200 runners competing in perfect conditions.
There were two familiar race winners, with GCH’s Matt Bidwell coming home to take another victory overall in 32.24, but he was pushed all the way by Craughwell AC athlete Jason Broderick, who is continuing his great form after an impresive summer track season.
Another GCH athlete and recent recruit, Lloyd Malcolm was placed third in 35.36. First lady home was GCH’s Regina Casey with a fast time of 37.04 and she was placed 12th overall, with Deirdre Brophy of Athenry AC next best in 40.49 and Claire Rowe of GCH completing the placings in 41.54
There were a number of athletes competing for Galway at the National Community Games finals in Athlone at the weekend. Darragh Fahy from Bullaun/New Inn and Loughrea AC was the winner of the U10 All Ireland 60m Hurdles .
Sean Kilmartin of GCH powered home to lead his U16 mixed relay team to the bronze medal. He was well supported by team mates Laura Nally, Emma Coakley and Brandon McMenamin.
There was a silver for Emma Moore of GCH in the 600m and bronze for Sean Kilmartin in the 200m. Other finalists were Jonathan McGrath in the Hurdles and Laura Nally in the 200m, both also GCH members.
The annual Corrib Mask Half Marathon Challenge takes place in Clonbur on Sunday next. This year the run will benefit four local charities, Zambia Housing Project, Spraoi sa Choill Clonbur, Cong Community Centre and Coiste Forbartha Chorr na Mona. This half marathon takes in the stunning views of Lough Corrib and Mount Gable. Goody bags for the first 100 entrants. The race starts at 12noon.