WELCOME TO ST.PETERS ATHLETICS CLUB
Spring 24 round up !
Spring summer round up! Great running from St Peters athletes this weekend, including a world record no less as well as two Podiums and lots of PBs … go St Peters!!! Big shout out to Stephen Cochrane who is now the holder of the world record for the fastest half marathon dressed as a scientist … Stephen 
(the nutty professor) braved ‘the elements’ and got a great ‘reaction’ from the crowd coming in at a time of 1 hour and 17 mins – an amazing achievement!!! Meanwhile Gillian just keeps doing what Gillian does … first female home in the Portadown half marathon. 
Also, congratulations for another podium finish for Adam Smyth in the 10KM.Another great week of running from club members, with the club well represented at home and abroad
Coach Dwyer O’Connor soaked up rays at the Prague Half MarathonCloser to home, Cadence Hamilton competed in the National Juvenile Indoor Championships 1500m in AthloneA huge crowd went down to Omagh, with some seriously impressive running seeing the men take 2nd place in the NI & Ulster Championships and a lot of folks post PBs in difficult conditionsAs always, runners were out in force at Parkrun, with PBs and first-timers making their Parkrun debut
Amazing news from the prestigious Rotterdam marathon where Gillian McCrory has went and won the F45 age category!!! These were two of many top performances from St. Peter’s runners in Rotterdam, Ibiza, Larne and the senior & junior Parkruns Well done everyone The weekend for just gone for St. Peter’s runners was dominated by the Belfast Marathon which included Pbs, First time marathons, sub 3 and sub 4 hour runs and relay runners. 
Folks we are back bigger and better this year with a new date and event registration is now open! We have added a 1k fun run as well so we have something for everyone. 5K,10K and 1/2 Marathon! This Iconic multi terrain is a must for any runners bucket list! Come along and join this super event. We will be proudly supporting the Southern Area Hospice again a most worthwhile cause!
Special mention to John McManus who combined a strong run with some powerful cycling to come in well under the 3 hour mark in 2:43, placing 23rd overallEarlier in the week, the club was represented by our juniors at the Lagan Valley Fab 5 meet with Enna McVeigh winning her 150m heat and Cadence Hamilton finishing 6th in the u16 1500m in a strong field
As always, the club was very well represented at Parkrun and Junior Parkrun across the country with lots of folks braving the early morning heat. Special mention for Ralph Campbell on completing his 200th Junior Parkrun Kate Mulholland also St Peter’s AC from the club won the 10k today at Newry.And Gillian McCrory Newell 10k winner 
We had an outstanding weekend of racing with 67 competitors participating in 17 different races. Here are some highlights:Podium Success: We achieved three podium places, showcasing the talent and hard work of our runners. Well done to Adam and Kate in the Newry Half and 10k respectively, and Gillian in the Newell 10k!Personal Bests: 11 runners set new personal bests, highlighting their impressive progress and dedication.
A super effort from team St Peter’s AC Lurgan in their takeover of the Citypark Parkrun. The bumper field of over 400 were were paced by the clubs members from 18mins to 32 and , the whole event superbly marshalled, timed, and recorded by the clubs volunteers who were launching the Rock the Lough event in September. Great effort St. Peter’s, always at the heart of the running community!
St Peters ac Lurgan County Armagh, N Ireland and is an officially
affiliated club with Athletics Northern Ireland. The Club prides itself on a long tradition of athletic training in all aspects of the sport. The club welcomes athletes of all abilities from complete beginner to proficient competitors, male and female in junior and senior sections. With a current membership of over 80, the club competes strongly in local, national and international events. The Club today continues to develop in line with the standards of the Irish Athletic Association/NI Athletics.
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