Welcome to Dundalk St Gerard’s AC.
We are a vibrant, predominantly juvenile athletic club based in the Dundalk area. Established in 1982, we are an affiliated club of the Athletic Association of Ireland (AAI), Athletics Leinster and Athletics Louth. We welcome new members from 7 years old upwards, subject to capacity in the appropriate training groups. For more information on joining DSG, please go to the membership section and complete the application form.
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🔴⚪️ BOOM! WE’RE BACK ON THE TRACK! 🔴⚪️
What a way to launch the outdoor season!
The sun showed up, the track was fast, and Dundalk St. Gerard’s A.C. arrived in force, turning Lourdes Stadium into a sea of red and white.
This was the very first outdoor Track & Field meet of the year—and our athletes didn’t just show up… they made a statement! 💥
From our youngest first-time competitors to our seasoned championship performers, the energy was electric.
Let’s rewind the day and relive the magic 👇
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UNDER 8s – Fearless, Fast & Full of Fire!
The morning kicked off with our U8s setting the tone — and they did NOT hold back.
• Charlie Casey lit up the runway, launching an absolute rocket in the Turbo Javelin to claim his first-ever Track & Field GOLD 🥇—a proud moment for Dad, Stephen, who collected his fair share of golds for DSG back in the day!
• Oisin O’Callaghan was everywhere, competing in the 60m, 300m, and Turbo. He earned a 🥈 Silver in the Turbo plus a 🥉 Bronze in the 60m final. A massive all-round performance!
• George Ralph powered through the 60m, 300m, and Turbo, stepping onto the podium with a 🥉 Bronze and battling hard for 4th in the sprint to earn valuable club points.
• Theo Callan completed the squad, charging through the 300m and taking on the U9 Long Jump with brilliant courage and confidence.
Four young athletes. Endless smiles, with a massive future ahead!
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🔹 UNDER 9s As the track warmed up, the U9s turned the heat right up!
• Isla Rafferty was simply untouchable in the 60m Final, showing blistering pace to storm home for 🥇 GOLD. She backed it up with a strong 300m for 🥉 Bronze and a confident Long Jump.
• Kayla Mc Court delivered a fantastic performance, leaping to 🥉 Bronze in the U9 Girls Long Jump and securing a Top 10 finish in the U10 Turbo Javelin.
• Sochikanma Ezebuike ran out of his skin in the 60m, grabbing a superb 🥈 Silver before heading to the sandpit to land a 🥉 Bronze in the Long Jump.
• James McHugh had a brilliant meet, winning his 60m heat, pushing hard in the final, and finishing strongly in the 300m.
• Lucy Shipley, Róisín Caroline Carthy, Ruadhán McKenna, Iarla Carville, and Alfie Birch all took on multiple events across track, jump, and turbo – showing grit, versatility, and huge determination.
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🔹 UNDER 10s
• Autumn Ralph sent a message to the field, unleashing a monster throw to take 🥇 GOLD in the Turbo Javelin. In the 500m, she took off like a rocket and smiled her way past the crowd until she finally ran out of steam on the final bend!
• Rosie Duffy & Harley Moran ran their hearts out in the 60m heats and semis, both making the final in a very competitive group. Rosie also dug deep in the 500m, while Harley collected club points with a 4th in the Turbo.
• Ruby Duffy lined up her Turbo and delivered a wonderful throw, placing in the top 10 just ahead of Róisín Carthy.
• Daniel McElarney launched a massive 12.57m Turbo throw to earn his 1st individual DSG 🥈 Silver medal—proof that hard work pays off!
• Jamie Rafferty brought lightning speed to both the track and the field, racing into the 60m final and throwing his way to a top 10 finish in the Turbo.
• Fionn McKenna worked tirelessly across the 60m, 500m, and Turbo, finishing 4th in a fiercely competitive 60m final.
• Shay Crawley rounded out the group with strong efforts in the 500m and Long Jump.
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🔹 UNDER 11s
• Zoe Gladysz was superb across the board. She took a deserved 🥉 Bronze in the 60m sprint final and flew off the Long Jump board with a perfect jump to secure 🥇 GOLD and a brand new PB!
• Croínagh Grant dug deep in the 60m and 600m, finishing just outside the medals in the 60m final but earning vital points for the club.
• Michael Óg McKenna showed incredible range with gritty performances in the 60m, 600m, and Long Jump.
• Patrick McGuinness produced a tactically perfect 600m race. Showing his mind is as sharp as his legs, he controlled the pack and won by a clear second with plenty left in the tank! 🥇
• Mary Kieran and Lily Duffy showed fantastic commitment across the endurance, jumps, and Turbo events, representing the club with pride.
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🔹 UNDER 12s & 13s
• Cian Rafferty was electric, storming to 🥇 GOLD in the 60m Final and backing it up with a strong 600m and a confident Long Jump collecting a 🥉 Bronze
• Harry Trimble delivered a fantastic all-round performance, taking 🥉 Bronze in a stacked 60m sprint final.
• Ellis Kerley showed huge grit jumping out of her age group to land a 🥉 Bronze and a new PB, before putting on a masterclass in the Turbo to collect 🥈 Silver.
• Tommy McCourt showed his versatility by competing strongly across the track, jumps, and Turbo.
• Aidan Rafferty was a true all-rounder in the 80m, Long Jump, and Shot Put, supported by strong efforts from Elizabeth Bergin and Aysel O’Reilly.
• Anna Gladysz “came out of retirement” and was simply sensational! She was an absolute blur down the straight to take 🥇 GOLD in the 80m Final. She then stepped into the U14 Shot Put circle to throw her way to 🥈 Silver. What an athlete!
• Éabha Durnin, Anna’s best friend, also made the 80m final before heading to the 600m start line to bring home a hard-earned 🥈 Silver.
• Matthew McGuinness, Fionn Grant, and Dylan McElarney all competed with pure grit across the sprints, jumps, and throws.
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🔹 UNDER 14s
• After winning both their heats, Darren Banwo exploded out of the blocks to take 🥇 GOLD in the 80m, with Leon Wojciechowski following up for a superb 🥈 Silver.
• Katelynn Woods added another 🥈 Silver in the sprint alongside a dominating 🥇 GOLD in the Shot Put.
• Aoife Nitsch-McArdle secured a top 10 finish in the Shot Put, while Evan Cheshire and Darragh Turner both threw well, finishing just outside the medals.
• Lucy Molloy & Ella Duffy showed great determination in the 800m – Lucy was just pipped on the line but came home with a brilliant 🥈 Silver.
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🔹 UNDER 15s
• Charlotte Trimble & Calvin McCourt are both names to remember! Both were unstoppable, claiming 🥇 GOLD in their 100m sprints. Calvin also dominated the field, adding a Long Jump 🥇 GOLD and moving up an age group to take 🥇 GOLD in the Shot Put!
• Robyn Garland powered her way to 🥉 Bronze in the 100m, while Evan Cheshire battled to a strong 4th place.
• Lily Rogers showed her class in the 800m, winning by a fine margin, while Robyn Browne battled through the field to claim a well-deserved 🥉 Bronze.
• Aimee Quinn has had a busy winter being selected on both the Louth Camogie and Louth Gaelic Football panels, but she still found time for the Shot Put, launching the 3kg shot over 9m – a 🥇 GOLD-winning throw.
• The U16 Shot Put was a “sea of red and white,” much to the delight of throws coach Christian, with Robyn Garland, Charlotte Trimble, Rebecca Hughes, and Wren Kerley all performing brilliantly.
• Chloe Brown and Creighton Morrissey dug deep in their 800m races, showing massive heart and endurance.
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🔹 UNDER 16, 17 & 19s
• James McMaster gave it his all in the U16 100m final and took home Bronze
• Cathal Bastible-Diaz took the line in the U17 800m with Dad, Peter, looking on. Cathal took the lead after the first lap and finished just 2 seconds off a podium spot—his training consistency is clearly paying off!
• Rachel Clarke represented the club strongly on the track, finishing 🥈 2nd in the U16 600m.
• Rebecca Trimble, Megan Hughes, and Shayla Morrissey showed serious grit in the Shot Put, with Rebecca taking 🥇 1st and Megan taking 🥈 2nd.
• Daniella Banwo flew down the straight to take 🥈 Silver in the U19 100m, while Jenny Hawe added a 🥉 Bronze, alongside strong performances in Shot Put and Long Jump.
• Josephine Fagbemi capped off the day with a dominant performance in the Shot Put, winning by over 2 meters! Jenny Hawe joined her on the podium with a 🥉 Bronze to close the meet in style.
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🏁 FINAL WORD
From Under 8 to Under 19, every single athlete who pulled on the red and white singlet did the club proud. Medals, points, PBs, and friendships—this is what Dundalk St. Gerard’s A.C. is all about.
To the parents, coaches, and supporters who cheered until they were hoarse—thank you!
Special Mention and Huge thanks to Secondary School Student, Club athlete and Club Coach Chloe Cheshire, who stepped up as our youngest official of the day. She took full control of the female Long Jump pit from dawn until dusk. Legend!
The outdoor season has arrived… and we are only getting started! 🔥
🔴⚪️ UP DSG! 🔴⚪️
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What a way to launch the outdoor season!
The sun showed up, the track was fast, and Dundalk St. Gerard’s A.C. arrived in force, turning Lourdes Stadium into a sea of red and white.
This was the very first outdoor Track & Field meet of the year—and our athletes didn’t just show up… they made a statement! 💥
From our youngest first-time competitors to our seasoned championship performers, the energy was electric.
Let’s rewind the day and relive the magic 👇
________________________________________
UNDER 8s – Fearless, Fast & Full of Fire!
The morning kicked off with our U8s setting the tone — and they did NOT hold back.
• Charlie Casey lit up the runway, launching an absolute rocket in the Turbo Javelin to claim his first-ever Track & Field GOLD 🥇—a proud moment for Dad, Stephen, who collected his fair share of golds for DSG back in the day!
• Oisin O’Callaghan was everywhere, competing in the 60m, 300m, and Turbo. He earned a 🥈 Silver in the Turbo plus a 🥉 Bronze in the 60m final. A massive all-round performance!
• George Ralph powered through the 60m, 300m, and Turbo, stepping onto the podium with a 🥉 Bronze and battling hard for 4th in the sprint to earn valuable club points.
• Theo Callan completed the squad, charging through the 300m and taking on the U9 Long Jump with brilliant courage and confidence.
Four young athletes. Endless smiles, with a massive future ahead!
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 9s As the track warmed up, the U9s turned the heat right up!
• Isla Rafferty was simply untouchable in the 60m Final, showing blistering pace to storm home for 🥇 GOLD. She backed it up with a strong 300m for 🥉 Bronze and a confident Long Jump.
• Kayla Mc Court delivered a fantastic performance, leaping to 🥉 Bronze in the U9 Girls Long Jump and securing a Top 10 finish in the U10 Turbo Javelin.
• Sochikanma Ezebuike ran out of his skin in the 60m, grabbing a superb 🥈 Silver before heading to the sandpit to land a 🥉 Bronze in the Long Jump.
• James McHugh had a brilliant meet, winning his 60m heat, pushing hard in the final, and finishing strongly in the 300m.
• Lucy Shipley, Róisín Caroline Carthy, Ruadhán McKenna, Iarla Carville, and Alfie Birch all took on multiple events across track, jump, and turbo – showing grit, versatility, and huge determination.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 10s
• Autumn Ralph sent a message to the field, unleashing a monster throw to take 🥇 GOLD in the Turbo Javelin. In the 500m, she took off like a rocket and smiled her way past the crowd until she finally ran out of steam on the final bend!
• Rosie Duffy & Harley Moran ran their hearts out in the 60m heats and semis, both making the final in a very competitive group. Rosie also dug deep in the 500m, while Harley collected club points with a 4th in the Turbo.
• Ruby Duffy lined up her Turbo and delivered a wonderful throw, placing in the top 10 just ahead of Róisín Carthy.
• Daniel McElarney launched a massive 12.57m Turbo throw to earn his 1st individual DSG 🥈 Silver medal—proof that hard work pays off!
• Jamie Rafferty brought lightning speed to both the track and the field, racing into the 60m final and throwing his way to a top 10 finish in the Turbo.
• Fionn McKenna worked tirelessly across the 60m, 500m, and Turbo, finishing 4th in a fiercely competitive 60m final.
• Shay Crawley rounded out the group with strong efforts in the 500m and Long Jump.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 11s
• Zoe Gladysz was superb across the board. She took a deserved 🥉 Bronze in the 60m sprint final and flew off the Long Jump board with a perfect jump to secure 🥇 GOLD and a brand new PB!
• Croínagh Grant dug deep in the 60m and 600m, finishing just outside the medals in the 60m final but earning vital points for the club.
• Michael Óg McKenna showed incredible range with gritty performances in the 60m, 600m, and Long Jump.
• Patrick McGuinness produced a tactically perfect 600m race. Showing his mind is as sharp as his legs, he controlled the pack and won by a clear second with plenty left in the tank! 🥇
• Mary Kieran and Lily Duffy showed fantastic commitment across the endurance, jumps, and Turbo events, representing the club with pride.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 12s & 13s
• Cian Rafferty was electric, storming to 🥇 GOLD in the 60m Final and backing it up with a strong 600m and a confident Long Jump collecting a 🥉 Bronze
• Harry Trimble delivered a fantastic all-round performance, taking 🥉 Bronze in a stacked 60m sprint final.
• Ellis Kerley showed huge grit jumping out of her age group to land a 🥉 Bronze and a new PB, before putting on a masterclass in the Turbo to collect 🥈 Silver.
• Tommy McCourt showed his versatility by competing strongly across the track, jumps, and Turbo.
• Aidan Rafferty was a true all-rounder in the 80m, Long Jump, and Shot Put, supported by strong efforts from Elizabeth Bergin and Aysel O’Reilly.
• Anna Gladysz “came out of retirement” and was simply sensational! She was an absolute blur down the straight to take 🥇 GOLD in the 80m Final. She then stepped into the U14 Shot Put circle to throw her way to 🥈 Silver. What an athlete!
• Éabha Durnin, Anna’s best friend, also made the 80m final before heading to the 600m start line to bring home a hard-earned 🥈 Silver.
• Matthew McGuinness, Fionn Grant, and Dylan McElarney all competed with pure grit across the sprints, jumps, and throws.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 14s
• After winning both their heats, Darren Banwo exploded out of the blocks to take 🥇 GOLD in the 80m, with Leon Wojciechowski following up for a superb 🥈 Silver.
• Katelynn Woods added another 🥈 Silver in the sprint alongside a dominating 🥇 GOLD in the Shot Put.
• Aoife Nitsch-McArdle secured a top 10 finish in the Shot Put, while Evan Cheshire and Darragh Turner both threw well, finishing just outside the medals.
• Lucy Molloy & Ella Duffy showed great determination in the 800m – Lucy was just pipped on the line but came home with a brilliant 🥈 Silver.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 15s
• Charlotte Trimble & Calvin McCourt are both names to remember! Both were unstoppable, claiming 🥇 GOLD in their 100m sprints. Calvin also dominated the field, adding a Long Jump 🥇 GOLD and moving up an age group to take 🥇 GOLD in the Shot Put!
• Robyn Garland powered her way to 🥉 Bronze in the 100m, while Evan Cheshire battled to a strong 4th place.
• Lily Rogers showed her class in the 800m, winning by a fine margin, while Robyn Browne battled through the field to claim a well-deserved 🥉 Bronze.
• Aimee Quinn has had a busy winter being selected on both the Louth Camogie and Louth Gaelic Football panels, but she still found time for the Shot Put, launching the 3kg shot over 9m – a 🥇 GOLD-winning throw.
• The U16 Shot Put was a “sea of red and white,” much to the delight of throws coach Christian, with Robyn Garland, Charlotte Trimble, Rebecca Hughes, and Wren Kerley all performing brilliantly.
• Chloe Brown and Creighton Morrissey dug deep in their 800m races, showing massive heart and endurance.
________________________________________
🔹 UNDER 16, 17 & 19s
• James McMaster gave it his all in the U16 100m final and took home Bronze
• Cathal Bastible-Diaz took the line in the U17 800m with Dad, Peter, looking on. Cathal took the lead after the first lap and finished just 2 seconds off a podium spot—his training consistency is clearly paying off!
• Rachel Clarke represented the club strongly on the track, finishing 🥈 2nd in the U16 600m.
• Rebecca Trimble, Megan Hughes, and Shayla Morrissey showed serious grit in the Shot Put, with Rebecca taking 🥇 1st and Megan taking 🥈 2nd.
• Daniella Banwo flew down the straight to take 🥈 Silver in the U19 100m, while Jenny Hawe added a 🥉 Bronze, alongside strong performances in Shot Put and Long Jump.
• Josephine Fagbemi capped off the day with a dominant performance in the Shot Put, winning by over 2 meters! Jenny Hawe joined her on the podium with a 🥉 Bronze to close the meet in style.
________________________________________
🏁 FINAL WORD
From Under 8 to Under 19, every single athlete who pulled on the red and white singlet did the club proud. Medals, points, PBs, and friendships—this is what Dundalk St. Gerard’s A.C. is all about.
To the parents, coaches, and supporters who cheered until they were hoarse—thank you!
Special Mention and Huge thanks to Secondary School Student, Club athlete and Club Coach Chloe Cheshire, who stepped up as our youngest official of the day. She took full control of the female Long Jump pit from dawn until dusk. Legend!
The outdoor season has arrived… and we are only getting started! 🔥
🔴⚪️ UP DSG! 🔴⚪️
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🔴⚪️ National Recognition for Tara O’Connor! ⚪️🔴
Huge congratulations to our very own Tara O’Connor, who was honored this past weekend at the 2025 Athletics Ireland National Juvenile All-Star Awards in the Mullingar Park Hotel. 🏆✨
Tara was presented with the prestigious Eamon Gilbert Award for High Jump and Pole Vault, marking her as the standout athlete in her discipline across the entire country for the 2025 season.
This is a massive testament to Tara’s hard work and consistency, especially as it marks the second consecutive year she has won this national award. This “double” win highlights the incredible standard she has set and shows just how consistent our training and commitment to High Jump has been 🇮🇪
A proud day for Tara, her family, and everyone here at Dundalk St Gerard’s AC seeing her recognised among the elite rising stars of Irish Athletics is a reminder that the sky really can be the limit. ☁️🚀
We are incredibly proud to have Tara representing the club ⚪️🔴
She is a fantastic role model for our young athletes.
Congratulations, Tara! 👏🙌
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Photo: Sportsfile Sam Barnes
Huge congratulations to our very own Tara O’Connor, who was honored this past weekend at the 2025 Athletics Ireland National Juvenile All-Star Awards in the Mullingar Park Hotel. 🏆✨
Tara was presented with the prestigious Eamon Gilbert Award for High Jump and Pole Vault, marking her as the standout athlete in her discipline across the entire country for the 2025 season.
This is a massive testament to Tara’s hard work and consistency, especially as it marks the second consecutive year she has won this national award. This “double” win highlights the incredible standard she has set and shows just how consistent our training and commitment to High Jump has been 🇮🇪
A proud day for Tara, her family, and everyone here at Dundalk St Gerard’s AC seeing her recognised among the elite rising stars of Irish Athletics is a reminder that the sky really can be the limit. ☁️🚀
We are incredibly proud to have Tara representing the club ⚪️🔴
She is a fantastic role model for our young athletes.
Congratulations, Tara! 👏🙌
Athletics Louth
The Argus
Dundalk Democrat Sport
#DundalkStGerards #AthleticsIreland #JuvenileAllStars #HighJump #IrishAthletics #AthleticsLouth
Photo: Sportsfile Sam Barnes
🔥 Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC – National Indoor Finals Wrap-Up! 🔥
What a way to finish the final day of the 2026 Juvenile Indoor National Finals in Athlone
Our athletes once again proved that Dundalk is the true home of multi-sport excellence! ✨
🥇 Calvin McCourt: The Triple Threat! 🥇
He’s done it again! After taking Gold in the Long Jump and Silver in the Sprint, Calvin returned to the sand to dominate the U15 Boys Triple Jump.
Result: 🥇 1st Place – National Champion!
Distance: 11.18m
Calvin walks away from this year’s Indoor Nationals with an incredible 3-medal haul (2 Golds & 1 Silver).
A massive early-season statement from an athlete who is quickly becoming one of the most versatile stars in the country! ⚡️🥈🥇🥇
☄️ Jenny Hawe – U18 Girls Shot Put
Jenny flew the flag for the club on Day 3 and put in a massive performance against the best in Ireland.
Result: 6th in Ireland 🇮🇪
Achievement: A huge New PB!
Finishing top 6 in the country with a personal best is exactly what the big stage is all about. Great work, Jenny! 👏
🚀 Cian Rafferty – Another Multi Sport Talent.
Cian has had a busy National campaign! Today, he took to the skies in the U12 High Jump, finishing Joint 5th in Ireland with a jump of 1.25m (just 3cm off his PB!). This adds to his brilliant performance from weekend 1, where he made the 60m Sprint Finals, finishing 6th.
To be top 6 in Ireland in both a sprint and a jump is phenomenal! 🏃♂️💨
It’s no secret that Dundalk is becoming the hub for multi-eventers. With club legend Kate O’Connor leading the way, our young athletes are proving they can do it all – jump, throw, and run.
These results are even more incredible when you consider the lack of an indoor training facility in Dundalk, our crew spent the winter battling the rain and wind – These medals aren’t just about talent; they show true grit. 🌧️💪
Massive congrats to all the athletes, coaches, and parents. The hard work has paid off.
Next up for the club is the Louth Pre Championships on Sunday 19th April – Open to athletes from U8 the whole way through.
The Coaches from Dundalk St Gerards would love to see as many kids as possible taking part and trying something new…
Sign up here: https://entry.athleticsireland.ie/#/
#DundalkStGerards #IndoorNationalFinals #MultiSport #FutureStars
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Athletics Louth
What a way to finish the final day of the 2026 Juvenile Indoor National Finals in Athlone
Our athletes once again proved that Dundalk is the true home of multi-sport excellence! ✨
🥇 Calvin McCourt: The Triple Threat! 🥇
He’s done it again! After taking Gold in the Long Jump and Silver in the Sprint, Calvin returned to the sand to dominate the U15 Boys Triple Jump.
Result: 🥇 1st Place – National Champion!
Distance: 11.18m
Calvin walks away from this year’s Indoor Nationals with an incredible 3-medal haul (2 Golds & 1 Silver).
A massive early-season statement from an athlete who is quickly becoming one of the most versatile stars in the country! ⚡️🥈🥇🥇
☄️ Jenny Hawe – U18 Girls Shot Put
Jenny flew the flag for the club on Day 3 and put in a massive performance against the best in Ireland.
Result: 6th in Ireland 🇮🇪
Achievement: A huge New PB!
Finishing top 6 in the country with a personal best is exactly what the big stage is all about. Great work, Jenny! 👏
🚀 Cian Rafferty – Another Multi Sport Talent.
Cian has had a busy National campaign! Today, he took to the skies in the U12 High Jump, finishing Joint 5th in Ireland with a jump of 1.25m (just 3cm off his PB!). This adds to his brilliant performance from weekend 1, where he made the 60m Sprint Finals, finishing 6th.
To be top 6 in Ireland in both a sprint and a jump is phenomenal! 🏃♂️💨
It’s no secret that Dundalk is becoming the hub for multi-eventers. With club legend Kate O’Connor leading the way, our young athletes are proving they can do it all – jump, throw, and run.
These results are even more incredible when you consider the lack of an indoor training facility in Dundalk, our crew spent the winter battling the rain and wind – These medals aren’t just about talent; they show true grit. 🌧️💪
Massive congrats to all the athletes, coaches, and parents. The hard work has paid off.
Next up for the club is the Louth Pre Championships on Sunday 19th April – Open to athletes from U8 the whole way through.
The Coaches from Dundalk St Gerards would love to see as many kids as possible taking part and trying something new…
Sign up here: https://entry.athleticsireland.ie/#/
#DundalkStGerards #IndoorNationalFinals #MultiSport #FutureStars
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Louth Live Dundalk Democrat
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Athletics Louth
🏃♂️ Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC Track Day 🍦
What a way to spend Good Friday!
The Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC Crew took over the The Bush Track for a day filled with energy, talent, and a whole lot of heart.
From our youngest Under 8 stars to our seasoned teenagers, the track was buzzing.
For some, it was their first time ever stepping onto the lanes, for others, it was a chance to sharpen their skills.
🏆 Master Class in Athletics
The kids got a true taste of the Multi Event Life, testing their mettle across a huge range of disciplines:
Speed & Stamina: Sprints and Distance Races.
The Technicals: Hurdles, High Jump, and Long Jump.
The Power Events: Shot Put, Javelin, and Turbo Javelin.
📝 New Energy on the Sidelines
It wasn’t just the kids leveling up! We were thrilled to have new coaches joining in on the fun, blending their unique perspectives and skill sets with the decades of experience already in the club. The coaching team has never looked stronger.
🌦️ Four Seasons in One Day
True to form, the weather gave us everything it had! Our athletes proved they are made of tough stuff, powering through every weather shift with smiles on their faces. We wrapped up the competitive spirit with some high-octane relays that had everyone cheering from the sidelines.
🍦 The Grand Finale
Just as the legs were getting tired, we had the ultimate Good Friday surprise—the ice cream van pulled up! It was the perfect sweet reward for a group of athletes who gave it their all.
Thank you to all the volunteers, parents, and coaches who made this day possible.
Dundalk St Gerard’s AC is moving fast and aiming high!
#DundalkStGerardsAC #DundalkAthletics #TrackAndField #CommunitySpirit #FutureStars
What a way to spend Good Friday!
The Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC Crew took over the The Bush Track for a day filled with energy, talent, and a whole lot of heart.
From our youngest Under 8 stars to our seasoned teenagers, the track was buzzing.
For some, it was their first time ever stepping onto the lanes, for others, it was a chance to sharpen their skills.
🏆 Master Class in Athletics
The kids got a true taste of the Multi Event Life, testing their mettle across a huge range of disciplines:
Speed & Stamina: Sprints and Distance Races.
The Technicals: Hurdles, High Jump, and Long Jump.
The Power Events: Shot Put, Javelin, and Turbo Javelin.
📝 New Energy on the Sidelines
It wasn’t just the kids leveling up! We were thrilled to have new coaches joining in on the fun, blending their unique perspectives and skill sets with the decades of experience already in the club. The coaching team has never looked stronger.
🌦️ Four Seasons in One Day
True to form, the weather gave us everything it had! Our athletes proved they are made of tough stuff, powering through every weather shift with smiles on their faces. We wrapped up the competitive spirit with some high-octane relays that had everyone cheering from the sidelines.
🍦 The Grand Finale
Just as the legs were getting tired, we had the ultimate Good Friday surprise—the ice cream van pulled up! It was the perfect sweet reward for a group of athletes who gave it their all.
Thank you to all the volunteers, parents, and coaches who made this day possible.
Dundalk St Gerard’s AC is moving fast and aiming high!
#DundalkStGerardsAC #DundalkAthletics #TrackAndField #CommunitySpirit #FutureStars
🔥 Dundalk St. Gerards AC – Juvenile Indoor National Finals, Athlone 🔥
🥇 🥇 Dundalk St Gerard’s AC have Two 2026 National Champions! 🥇 🥇
🌟 Autumn Moran – U14 Girls National High Jump Champion 2026
🥇 1st U14 Girls High Jump Champion 2026 💥 NEW PB 💥 (1.53m)
An incredible achievement against the very best in Ireland. Qualifying for Nationals is tough – but to deliver on the big stage shows serious class 👏
Autumn didn’t stop there – she also battled through the 60m hurdles, making the final and finishing 6th.
⚡ Calvin McCourt – U15 Boys National Long Jump Champion 2026
🥇 1st – U15 Long Jump (5.74m)
🥈 2nd – U15 60m Final (7.24)
💥 Won his heat in (7.30)
Calvin broke the National 60m Record, but in an incredible twist so did the overall winner Jason Giurgila (Ratoath AC). A phenomenal standard and a huge early 2026 statement from Calvin on the national stage ⚡
Charlotte Trimble – The Birthday Girl
Qualifying for Nationals is no easy feat – and Charlotte did it in TWO events the weekend of her 14th Birthday.
📅 Day 1 – 60m Hurdles
💥 Huge PB: 9.65
🏁 6th in a National Final
📅 Day 2 – 60m Sprint
💥 Massive PB: 8.32
Charlotte was spotted leaving the venue grinning from ear to ear, it’s unknown if this is from her PBs or the huge bag of Haribo gifted to her from her BFF.
🔹 Cian Rafferty – U12 Boys 60m
🏁 6th in Ireland (8.88)
🔹 Leon Wojciechowski – U14 Boys Long Jump
💥 PB Jump of (4.86m)
🔹 Katelynn Woods – U14 Girls Shot Put
🏁 4th in Ireland (10.96m)
🔹 Lily Rogers – U15 Girls 800m
🏁 2nd in her heat (2:22.5) – superb run
🔹 Aaron Mulligan – U18 Boys
🏁 200m Finalist (5th – 23.37)
🏁 60m – 4th (7.37)
From Heats, to Finals, From PB’s, to Medals, Culminating in Two NATIONAL CHAMPIONS – this is what Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC is all about.
Massive credit to the athletes, coaches, and parents – The hard work is paying off and now we get ready for the outdoor season
#DundalkStGerards #NationalFinals #FutureStars #PBs #Champions
🥇 🥇 Dundalk St Gerard’s AC have Two 2026 National Champions! 🥇 🥇
🌟 Autumn Moran – U14 Girls National High Jump Champion 2026
🥇 1st U14 Girls High Jump Champion 2026 💥 NEW PB 💥 (1.53m)
An incredible achievement against the very best in Ireland. Qualifying for Nationals is tough – but to deliver on the big stage shows serious class 👏
Autumn didn’t stop there – she also battled through the 60m hurdles, making the final and finishing 6th.
⚡ Calvin McCourt – U15 Boys National Long Jump Champion 2026
🥇 1st – U15 Long Jump (5.74m)
🥈 2nd – U15 60m Final (7.24)
💥 Won his heat in (7.30)
Calvin broke the National 60m Record, but in an incredible twist so did the overall winner Jason Giurgila (Ratoath AC). A phenomenal standard and a huge early 2026 statement from Calvin on the national stage ⚡
Charlotte Trimble – The Birthday Girl
Qualifying for Nationals is no easy feat – and Charlotte did it in TWO events the weekend of her 14th Birthday.
📅 Day 1 – 60m Hurdles
💥 Huge PB: 9.65
🏁 6th in a National Final
📅 Day 2 – 60m Sprint
💥 Massive PB: 8.32
Charlotte was spotted leaving the venue grinning from ear to ear, it’s unknown if this is from her PBs or the huge bag of Haribo gifted to her from her BFF.
🔹 Cian Rafferty – U12 Boys 60m
🏁 6th in Ireland (8.88)
🔹 Leon Wojciechowski – U14 Boys Long Jump
💥 PB Jump of (4.86m)
🔹 Katelynn Woods – U14 Girls Shot Put
🏁 4th in Ireland (10.96m)
🔹 Lily Rogers – U15 Girls 800m
🏁 2nd in her heat (2:22.5) – superb run
🔹 Aaron Mulligan – U18 Boys
🏁 200m Finalist (5th – 23.37)
🏁 60m – 4th (7.37)
From Heats, to Finals, From PB’s, to Medals, Culminating in Two NATIONAL CHAMPIONS – this is what Dundalk St. Gerard’s AC is all about.
Massive credit to the athletes, coaches, and parents – The hard work is paying off and now we get ready for the outdoor season
#DundalkStGerards #NationalFinals #FutureStars #PBs #Champions
We are incredibly proud of Rebecca Trimble and Calvin McCourt, who both received Athletics Leinster All Star awards at a special function in Carlow recently. This prestigious recognition comes on the back of an outstanding 2025 season in Leinster competition for both Rebecca and Calvin.
Rebecca’s 2025 highlights kicked off with Leinster Gold and National Bronze in the All Ireland Combined Events.
At the Leinster Indoor Championships, Rebecca delivered a superb series of performances, claiming double Gold in the High Jump and Hurdles and Silver in the Triple Jump.
She carried that momentum into the Leinster Outdoor Track and Field Championships where she once again showcased her talent and consistency securing Gold in High Jump and Hurdles as well as Bronze in the Triple Jump. She also went on to win 7 national medals across multiple events throughout 2025.
Calvin picked up his third Leinster Star Award in a row, an incredible achievement. In the 2025 Leinster Indoors, Calvin took Bronze in combined events. He also secured Bronze in Shot Put and Gold in the 60m Sprint. The icing on the cake was landing Gold in the Pole Vault with Championships Record.
Calvin’s form also continued to the Leinster Outdoors where he picked up Bronze in the Combined Events. He was only getting started there as he went on to secure Gold in the Sprint with another Championships Record, Gold in the Long Jump and yet another Gold in the Javelin.
Massive congratulations to both Rebecca and Calvin on their outstanding achievements and richly deserved recognition from Athletics Leinster. Fingers crossed for another incredible year for both talented athletes in the 2026 Indoor and Outdoor seasons.
Rebecca’s 2025 highlights kicked off with Leinster Gold and National Bronze in the All Ireland Combined Events.
At the Leinster Indoor Championships, Rebecca delivered a superb series of performances, claiming double Gold in the High Jump and Hurdles and Silver in the Triple Jump.
She carried that momentum into the Leinster Outdoor Track and Field Championships where she once again showcased her talent and consistency securing Gold in High Jump and Hurdles as well as Bronze in the Triple Jump. She also went on to win 7 national medals across multiple events throughout 2025.
Calvin picked up his third Leinster Star Award in a row, an incredible achievement. In the 2025 Leinster Indoors, Calvin took Bronze in combined events. He also secured Bronze in Shot Put and Gold in the 60m Sprint. The icing on the cake was landing Gold in the Pole Vault with Championships Record.
Calvin’s form also continued to the Leinster Outdoors where he picked up Bronze in the Combined Events. He was only getting started there as he went on to secure Gold in the Sprint with another Championships Record, Gold in the Long Jump and yet another Gold in the Javelin.
Massive congratulations to both Rebecca and Calvin on their outstanding achievements and richly deserved recognition from Athletics Leinster. Fingers crossed for another incredible year for both talented athletes in the 2026 Indoor and Outdoor seasons.
