Athlone Athletics Club

06/09/2026

On Saturday, 26th September, Taughmaconnell community is coming together to hold a 5KM Walk/Run in aid of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.

At the heart of this fundraiser is someone very special to our community — Val Keogh.

Val has spent his life quietly giving his time, energy and support to others. A lifelong sportsman and dedicated member of the community, his contribution has been immense.

From his early teenage years playing with Skyvalley Rovers, to his involvement as a coach and referee, Val has always been willing to give his time to help others. His love of sport, his community spirit and his willingness to lend a hand have touched so many people over the years.

Val has also always had a deep love for the outdoors and the environment, planting hundreds of trees and dedicating much of his time to causes close to his heart. He has travelled abroad on several occasions to help build orphanages in Russia, Belarus and Ethiopia.

Late last year, Val was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. The illness has already taken away his ability to play the sports he loves, but it has not changed the person he is or his desire to help others.

Val has volunteered to take part in a drug trial, knowing that while it may not change the outcome for him, it could provide vital answers and hope for others living with MND in the future.

Now, the community that Val has given so much to wants to give something back.

We are asking you to help us support Val and the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.

If you can donate, please do. No amount is too small. Every €5, €10 or €20 donation will help us raise much-needed funds for an organisation that is there to support Val, his family and others living with MND.

Please donate today and, just as importantly, share this post. One share could help us reach someone who is able to make a difference.

Donate to the Taughmaconnell Community Fundraiser: https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/imndataughmaconnellcommunityfundraiser

Saturday, 26th September 2026
4:30pm
Taughmaconnell – H53 NX49

Val has spent a lifetime helping others. Now it’s our turn to stand behind him.

Walk it. Run it. Support Val. Support MND.

Every donation. Every share. Every step makes a difference.

Taughmaconnell Community Fundraiser for Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association, created by Val Keogh | iDonate.ie

06/09/2026

It has been another fantastic weekend for Athlone Athletics Club, with our members out representing the club across the country!

🏆 MONSTER TRIATHLON
Donna and Meave took part in the Monster Triathlon today and both came home as category winners! 🏆👏 Well done, ladies — what an achievement!

🏃‍♀️ PARKRUN
Eela travelled to Rostrevor and completed the parkrun there, while our club members were out in force once again at Athlone parkrun.

🏃‍♀️ SWINFORD 10K
Well done to Mary Pidgeon, who took on the 10K in Swinford — great running, Mary! 👏

⛰️ DI**LE
A huge congratulations to all our club members who took part in Di**le. What a weekend of fantastic running!

A special well done to Padraig and Amanda Irwin, who both ran magnificent half marathons, along with Marie Hanley, Rebecca Rush and Teresa Henson. What an achievement! 👏

A special congratulations to Rebecca Rush, who bagged herself a brilliant PB! 🥳

🏅 MARATHON RUNNERS
Next up, our two marathon runners, Triona and Pauric, who both took on the hilly marathon and came away with PBs! 💪👏

Both finished very strong and happy — an absolutely fantastic achievement. Congratulations to you both! 🏅

Emma Canning

Congratulations to Emma Canning who cycled 80k this morning with Shannonside Cycling club they did the Tour of the Lakes Mullinger .

❤️ AND LAST BUT CERTAINLY NOT LEAST… OUR SUPPORT CREW!
Well done to myself, Peter and Liz, who have now officially learned how to carb-load, prepare for race day and master the art of supporting our marathon and half marathon runners!

What a weekend so far! So proud of every single one of our club members. 💙👏

05/09/2026

16/08/2026

Another busy weekend for our club members! A huge well done to everyone who raced, took part in parkruns, or simply got out there and put in the miles with their marathon training. 👏

🏅 Huge congratulations to Philip, who completed a Quadrathon in Inishowen — four back-to-back marathons! What an incredible achievement. You are truly an inspiration! 🙌

👏 Marie and Pauline travelled to Strokestown and took part in the parkrun there.

🏃‍♀️ Edwina, Jackie, Tammy and Emma, just to name a few, took on the Athlone parkrun. Great to see so many of our members getting out and enjoying their running!

🏅 Donna, Maureen and Carolyn ran the Birr 5K and all came home with fantastic times. Well done ladies!

🥇 Rosarri ran the 10 Miler in Kilcock and won her category — congratulations!

🔥 And finally, huge congratulations to Ambrose, who completed his 30th Ironman in Duisburg this morning — and celebrated the occasion with a PB! Absolutely incredible! 👏👏
Well done to every one of you. We are so proud of our club members and all the hard work and dedication you put in week after week. 💙🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

16/08/2026

Transfer window will be open from 9 am 17 August until 9 pm on 23 August.

Instruction email will be emailed to all ticket holders.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on the 20th September

14/08/2026

𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐇!!!🥇

The first male Irish athlete to win gold as an individual at a European outdoor championships 🤩

⏱️1:45.26!! TACTICALLY SUPERB!!!! WOW!!!

👑One of the greatest ever!!!!!

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09/08/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Well done to everyone who ran the 8K in Galway tonight! 🎉

Athlone Athletics Club was very well represented, and some of our members even got the chance to meet and have a chat with the legendary Sonia O’Sullivan. What a lovely experience! 👏

A huge congratulations to everyone who achieved a PB tonight, and a special well done to Enda Dowling, who crossed the finish line in an impressive 29:38! 🏅👏
This morning Edwina completed her 25th parkrun and celebrated by bagging herself a PB! 🎉🏃‍♀️
Well done to everyone who got out there and ran — you should all be very proud of yourselves! 💙👏

06/08/2026

Athlone Athletics Club extends its heartfelt sympathies to our dear club member, Tríona, and her family on the very sad passing of her beloved husband, Tom.

Tom was a valued member of Athlone Athletics Club and will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our thoughts are with Tríona, their family, and all who knew and loved Tom during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Death Notice of Tomás (Tom) Michael Doyle (Ballygar, Galway) | rip.ie https://share.google/Tiv19vU0BEyGNkBSU

The death has occurred of Tomás (Tom) Michael Doyle of Ballygar, Galway Ireland, on 05/08/2026. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

02/08/2026

📢𝟒 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐨
The countdown is well and truly on! There are now just four weeks until the BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon. and race day will be here before you know it.
The next four weeks will fly by, so now is the time to stay focused and make the most of your training. Whether you are aiming to smash your personal best time and topping that podium or simply looking forward to crossing the finish line, every run between now and Saturday, 29th August will make a difference.
A half marathon is a big challenge and deserves proper preparation. Stick to your training plan, get those miles in, practice your recovery and nutrition, and arrive at the start line feeling ready.
Remember, the hard work is done over the coming weeks - don’t regret the preparation - or lack of!
The reward comes on race day.
Stay consistent. Stay motivated. Stay healthy.
See you on the start line in four weeks

30/07/2026

I had the pleasure of calling over to Pink Zone Fitness,owned by Monika a club member to present her with the trophy she won as part of the winning team in Roscommon a while back.

Monika was also part of the winning Peugeot Race Team.

I was kindly showed around her ladies-only gym and her fitness facilities.

It has everything under one roof, and ladies, you can even enjoy a little pampering too, as her beauty salon is there as well all under the one roof.

Monika has a fantastic special offer on at the minute, and I was genuinely impressed with the facilities. I would highly recommend paying her a visit.

She has all the equipment needed for anyone training for a HYROX, as well as for general fitness.

Ladies definitely be worth giving her a call…