Donegal achieved remarkable results at the club and county athletics finals held last Sunday in Tullamore.
This marked Donegal’s debut in the competition, and the outcome significantly exceeded expectations.
Athletes from five different clubs combined their efforts to surpass Kerry towards the competition’s end and closely challenge the favored team, Galway.
The event featured 21 individual events, with the top 15 scores plus the two relays contributing to the overall team score. The seamless transition of athletes between events was crucial. The athletes’ dedication, mutual support, and coaching played a pivotal role in keeping Donegal competitive throughout the day.
Donegal Team members from various clubs in Donegal who secured silver medals at the All Ireland Inter Counties Finals.
Ultimately, the team secured silver medals, achieving a podium finish thanks to outstanding individual victories and consistent high-placed finishes from all team members, contributing valuable points. The full squad comprised Sheldon Nyoni, Elvis Okoh, Joseph Aidoo, Danny Sharkey and Donal Farren from Letterkenny AC; Finn O’ Neill, Luke Ward and Brendan O’ Donnell from Lifford Strabane AC; Dylan Kearns and Chris Delaney from Killybegs AC; Aidan Gillespie and Oisin Gillespie from Rosses AC; Michael Moore, Adam Friel and Caolan Mc Fadden from Cranford AC; and Brian Boyce from Milford AC.
“A huge thank you to all the clubs and their respective contacts/coaches who ensured we put together a Donegal team and then managed the logistics of travel, etc,” a team spokesperson stated.
“A podium position was a bonus for the County Board and all involved. Well done to the men’s team, and next year we will be looking to also include a women’s team.”
Donegal pip Kerry to secure Silver at National League Inter County Finals was last modified: July 29th, 2025 by
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