Clonliffe Harriers AC

Clonliffe Harriers AC This is the official page of Clonliffe Harriers Athletics Club. WE caters for athletes of all abilities from the ages eight to eighty and beyond.

The club provides for the full spectrum of athletics: track (sprints, middle distance, long distance, hurdles and steeplechase), field events (jumps, pole vault and throws), road runners up to marathon distance and beyond and of course cross country. Training:

Training for all athletes takes place in the Morton Stadium Santry on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Clonliffe Harriers have exclusive use o

f the outdoor track from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. these nights. Clonliffe also have exclusive use of the indoor facility on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7 p.m. (except during the winter months when the time for the indoor facility runs from 8.00 p.m. on Tuesdays). The club also has exclusive use of the track and indoor facility on Sunday mornings from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. In addition various groups under their respective coaches also have group training on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Training sessions, depending on the season, also take place at times in Santry Demesne Park, ALSAA, the Phoenix Park, Newbridge House, Ardgillen Castle, Malahide Castle and Dollymount Beach. NEW MEMBERS:

NEW MEMBERS: Please contact us by e mail [email protected] with your details and we will revert. Follow link to new members section on club website for more information:

https://clonliffeharriersac.com/join-us/

Clonliffe round up.On Saturday Marcus Lawler continued his season, post European Championships at the Lee Valley series ...
01/09/2026

Clonliffe round up.

On Saturday Marcus Lawler continued his season, post European Championships at the Lee Valley series in London. In the 100 he was 5th in 10.70 (-0.2) and in the 100 clocked a fast 20.99 to take 1st, unfortunately the wind had picked up +2.7.

Also on Saturday on the roads Anto Doran took all of 70 seconds of his half marathon PB as he ran a time of 72.15 to finish in 8th place in the Greenway half marathon in Co Waterford.

Friday the 28th saw a fine run from Eoin Keating in the Portmarnock beach 5K finishing in 2nd place (16.42). Other Clonliffe in this race – 15th Cian O’Raghellaigh 19.42, 24th Alan Fowler 20.11, 7th woman was Ciara Peelo clocking 20.50, Christopher Lynch (is this our 400m specialist?) 20.58 and Philip Matthews 21.27. Also on Friday, up north, Lee Magennis was 9th and 1st M45 in the Strangford 5k Gala (19.43).

Apologies for any omissions (WhatsApp 0879599888)

Masters World Championships – Daegu, South Korea.It has been a fantastic week for our Clonliffe athletes proudly represe...
01/09/2026

Masters World Championships – Daegu, South Korea.

It has been a fantastic week for our Clonliffe athletes proudly representing Ireland at the Masters World Championships in Daegu, South Korea, with some outstanding performances on the world stage.

Edel Maguire (W65) has had an outstanding championships, winning her 100m heat in 14.82 before taking 3rd in the 100m final in 14.51 (-0.5). She then won her 200m semi-final in 30.82 before claiming 2nd in the final in 29.86 (-0.1). Edel also won the W65 High Jump with a 1.36m clearance, a season’s best. Even more impressively, all three of these performances — 100m, 200m and High Jump — were All-Ireland W65 Records. Edel now turns her attention to the 400m, with her semi-final on Tuesday. Should she progress, the 400m final will take place on Wednesday. We wish her the very best of luck.

Christopher Xolile Sibanda (M35) has had a very strong championships, winning his 100m heat in 10.96, finishing 2nd in his semi-final in 10.83 and taking 4th in the final in 10.82. In the 200m, Chris again won his heat in 22.39, finished 2nd in the semi-final in 22.10 and placed 5th in the final in 22.46.

Snezana Bechtina (W40) had a strong run in her 100m heat, finishing 3rd in 13.08. Unfortunately, only the top two from each heat progressed to the final, regardless of time, meaning Snezana’s time was faster than some athletes who made the final. In the 200m, she finished 3rd in her semi-final in 26.58 before finishing 6th in the final in 26.63.

Congratulations to Edel, Chris and Snezana on their outstanding performances so far. We are incredibly proud to see our athletes representing both Ireland and Clonliffe on the world stage, and wish Edel the very best of luck in her 400m semi final on Tuesday.

Clonliffe Couch to 5k programme.The Clonliffe Fit4Life group returns Monday August 31st with a new Couch to 5k programme...
01/09/2026

Clonliffe Couch to 5k programme.

The Clonliffe Fit4Life group returns Monday August 31st with a new Couch to 5k programme. The programme is 2 coached sessions per week: Mondays 7 Wednesdays, for 3 months from Clonliffe Harriers clubhouse in Morton Stadium. Places are still available, ideal for new joiners and recreational runners.

Cathal Doyle for World Road Mile.Cathal Doyle has been selected by Athletics Ireland for next month’s World Athletics Ro...
31/08/2026

Cathal Doyle for World Road Mile.

Cathal Doyle has been selected by Athletics Ireland for next month’s World Athletics Road Running Championships. The championships will take place in Copenhagen on September 19 and 20th and will feature races over the mile, 5K and half marathon. The Clonliffe man has been selected compete in the mile which will take place on Saturday, September 19. Full team details and announcement here: https://www.athleticsireland.ie/european-medallist-coscoran-named-in-irish-team-for-world-athletics-road-running-championships/

Announcing the Joe Cooper Night of Miles.Thursday September 3rd in Clonliffe Harriers will be a night of celebration. We...
24/08/2026

Announcing the Joe Cooper Night of Miles.

Thursday September 3rd in Clonliffe Harriers will be a night of celebration. We will celebrate the life and cherished memory of our former club captain Joe Cooper and we will celebrate the mile.

All club members are invited to enter the Night of Miles on the Morton Stadium track. Entry is now open, to enter simply send a WhatsApp message to 086 1503015 with your projected mile time. All races will be graded. The Night of Miles is open to all members of Clonliffe Harriers from juniors (U/17 – U/20), to seniors, to Masters. To facilitate the putting together of fields for each race and the timetable entry will close strictly on Sunday next August 30, no late entries can be accepted after that date.

When the miles are over, you might well hear a voice in your head saying: ‘put away your sword…’ then it’s time to head to the clubhouse to chat, remember and celebrate Joe Cooper.

A night not to be missed.

Rooney scores for Ireland’s winning team!(Photo by Keith McClure Photography). Another top drawer run today from Colm Ro...
24/08/2026

Rooney scores for Ireland’s winning team!

(Photo by Keith McClure Photography). Another top drawer run today from Colm Rooney as he donned the Irish singlet once again. Colm was on the Irish team in this morning’s international 5K race held in conjunction with the Antrim coast marathon where he finished in 4th place in a superb 14.02, he was also 2nd score on the Irish team that took 1st place ahead of Scotland.

In the half marathon itself there are a few Clonliffe athletes competing, David Mullen clocked a time of 1:22.00, Colm O’Donaghue 1:25.32, Stephen Tracey 1:26.07 and Timothee Laurent 1:26.54.

On Thursday evening Sean Doran finished 3rd in the Celbridge 5K (15.25).

Grand Prix Series: Grant takes 5000 plate.The Cooper/Lawler 5000m Plate took place in Morton Stadium on Thursday evening...
24/08/2026

Grand Prix Series: Grant takes 5000 plate.

The Cooper/Lawler 5000m Plate took place in Morton Stadium on Thursday evening 20th August 2026. The weather conditions were ideal; it was dry and cool. The race itself attracted a large entry of 53 runners, necessitating the holding of two races. Mauricer Ahern was on hands to start both races.

Race 1 – 5000m

In the first race 25 runners took to the starting line at 7.50pm. This proved to be a very exciting race. From the start, a group broke away from the pack and included Jack Doyle, Malcom Kiplagat, Matt Glitz, Said Muhudin and Mohamoud Hashi. The chasing pack included Ray Dunne, Andrew Gaffney, Mick McMahon, Mike Quigley, and Mark O’Sullivan. As the race entered the final laps, Jack Doyle, Malcom Kiplagat and Matt Glitz set the pace. In the final lap Jack Doyle found an extra gear and came home first in a time of 0:15:59 followed by Malcom Kiplagat (0:16:08) and with a strong finish for third Matt Glitz (0:16:10). Yuliya Tarasova had the fastest women’s time of 0:18:42.

Race 2 – 5000m

In the second race of the night 28 runners got underway at 8.15pm. In the initial stages of this race, Peggi Allen took a commanding lead. Those following included Joyce O’Hare, Alex Eustace, Fran McEntee and Richie Barr and Emma Prxymusinska. Dara Peyton missed the earlier race and joined this race one minute after the start and posted a finishing time of 0:18:48. Peggi Allen crossed the line in 0:20:45 followed closely by the strongly finishing Emma Prxymusiska in 0:20:47. Joyce O Hare was third in 0:20:51.

Results:

Race result Cooper Lawler Plate: https://www.clonliffeharriersac.com/grand-prix-series-grant-takes-5000-plate/

The competition for the Cooper/Lawler plate was an exciting one.

On this occasion the Grand Prix was won by the ever-popular Declan Grant

In second place was Caroline Daly and in third place was Mick McMahon.

At the post-race reception, a delighted Declan Grant was presented with the Cooper/Lawler. Caroline Daly was also presented with her prize.

Declan Grant – 66 points
Caroline Daly – 65 points
Mick McMahon – 64 points
Next Race

The next event is the Joe Cooper Night of Miles which takes place on Thursday evening 3rd September 2026.

Further details will be posted on the Conliffe Harriers web site shortly.

Cross Country dates.With the dust now starting to settle after the Track & Field season, the evenings are getting shorte...
24/08/2026

Cross Country dates.

With the dust now starting to settle after the Track & Field season, the evenings are getting shorter, there’s a slightly chiller feel to the air and we’ve even seen some rain (!) thoughts now turn to cross country. With that in mind here’s the fixtures for your diary up to Christmas:

September 19th, Club Cross Country C’ships, Santry Park (TBC).

October 4th, Dublin Novice Cross country, Phoenix Park.

October 18th, Autumn Open XC and National XC relays.

November 1st, Dublin Cross Country C’ships, venue TBC

November 22nd, National Cross Country, Abbotstown

December 6th, National Novice Cross Country, venue TBC

There is also the option of some club cross country races in the Grand Prix series, September 24th the O’Connor Cup, November 7th the Irwin Cup and November 21st, the final race in the 2026 series the Horan Cup. After Christmas the Dublin Masters and Intermediate Cross Country will take place in St. Anne’s Park in January followed by National Masters and Intermediate in February.

National League final teams announced.For the first time in many a long year the national track and field league final t...
05/08/2026

National League final teams announced.

For the first time in many a long year the national track and field league final takes place this Sunday, August 9th at Morton Stadium. Both the Clonliffe men and women’s teams have qualified in the Premier division. The men face: defending champions DSD, Nenagh Olympic, Crusaders AC, Killarney Valley AC, St Abbans AC, Ratoath SC and Leevale AC whilst the women are up against: DSD, also the defending champions, Ratoath AC, Killarney Valley, Donore Harriers, Finn Valley, Leevale AC and St Abbans AC.

The men’s team is:

100 – Chris Sibanda

200 – Bilal Kanimodo

400 – Christopher Lynch.

800 – Sean Carrigg

1500 – Fintan Kerins.

5000 – Ben Guiden.

3000 SC – Matei Ursachi.

110 H –Niall Carney

400 H – Niall Carney.

Walk – Greg Hossenny

4 x 100 – (from) Chris Sibanda, Bilal Kanimodo, Brandon Muchini, Finley McGill, Eamon Fahy, Anthony Dillon

4 x 400 – (from) Christopher Lynch, Niall Carney, Finlay McGill, Damien Prendergast, Sean Carrigg, Fintan Kerins.

Shot – Eoin Sheridan.

Discus – Eoin Sheridan

Javelin – Euan Canniff

Hammer – Simon Galligan

WFD – Niall Allen.

Pole Vault – David Donegan.

High Jump – Keith Marks

Long Jump – Keith Marks

Triple Jump– Eamon Fahy

Reserve- Malcolm Kiplat

Women’s team:

100 Romi Banim

200 Snezana Bechtina

400 Edel Maguire

800 Niamh Kelly

1500 Hope Saunders

3000 Helena Butterly

100H Blaithin Holden

400H Sophie Kiernan

Steeple Chase Sophie Kiernan

1500 Walk Niamh Whyte

High Jump Maggie Szuta

Long Jump Maggie Szuta / Reserve Caoimhe De Bello

Triple Jump Snezana Bechtina

Pole Vault Snezana Bechtina

WFD Vivian Okafor

Shot Putt Abigail Kingston

Discus Vivian Okafor

Javelin Grace Casey / Reserve Sinead McDermott

Hammer Abigail Kingston

4x100m (from) Charis Amponsa, Romi Banim, Maggie Szuta, Snezana Bechtina,Caomihe De Bello and Abigail Kingston.

4x400m Edel Maguire, Rachel Ardiff, Lucy McFetridge, Niamh Kelly.

Please note that there is limited parking only in Morton Stadium, so please car pool or use public transport. The best of luck to all. Needless to say all support for our teams would be most appreciated.

Clonliffe round up (updated to Bank Holiday Monday).This weeks round up for Clonliffe athletes start on Wednesday, July ...
05/08/2026

Clonliffe round up (updated to Bank Holiday Monday).

This weeks round up for Clonliffe athletes start on Wednesday, July 29, Ardglass 5k where Lee Maginness finished in 8th position in 19.50.

Friday, July 31 Lorraine O’Connor was 2nd woman, 8th overall, in the Trasna 5k in Naas finishing in a time of 17.39. Also on Friday at the Streets of Athboy 5k Paul Keenan finished 5th in a new PB of 16.08. 13th was Ger Clerkin 16.33 and 56th Gareth Enright 18.35.

Saturday, August 1, Sean Carrigg had another fine race over 800 at the IFAM Oordegem Meet where he placed 5th in a time of 1.52.65, his 2nd fastest ever over the distance.

Also on Saturday Lee Maginness took 4th in the Mount Stewart Run the Trails 5k in 21.13.

Sunday the 2nd , Jack Doyle took a fine 2nd place (16.08) in the Inner City 5k in the North Dublin Inner City, with 23rd Braxton O’Shea (18.33) and Kim Walsh (32.47).

Monday, the 3rd, the Leinster 10 mile, incorporated into the Battle of Clontarf 10 mile in St. Anne’s Park, Raheny: Anto Doran was 6th, taking Leinster M40 bronze in 55.30. 51st David Murphy, 65.58 and 55th winning Leinster M55 silver was former National Cross Country champion, Noel Cullen (67.09).

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