Tullamore Harriers report – 17th August 2026
Tullamore Harriers report 17th August 2026
Kevin wins in Birr!
While it seems like only yesterday that the 2026 Healthy Offaly 5K Road Race Series got underway with the Tullamore Harriers 5K, back in March, the series ended in Birr on Sunday morning, August 16th. After eight races, excellent participation numbers and plenty of competitive racing along the way, it was a fitting finale to another hugely successful series.
The Birr AC 5K with its testing route with its testing route, followed by a very fast 500m finish had 293 finishers. Usually held on a Friday evening to coincide with Birr’s Vintage Arts Festival. this year, the race was held as a standalone event and Birr AC once again provided a fantastic finale to the series.
The club was represented by 23 athletes with Tullamore Harriers dominating the podium. Kevin Minnock took yet another 5K series victory in 15:02, with the young harrier, Daniel Rigney finishing second in 16:12. Gerard Hanlon of Edenderry AC was third in 16:15.
Kevin competed in seven of the eight races in the series, winning five of them, setting him up nicely for the overall win in the Healthy Offaly 5K Series. (to be confirmed).
In the women's race, Orla Tooher of host club Birr AC, took the win in 19:56, with Tullamore Harriers athletes filling the next two places - Maire-Triona Keane in 19:58 and Niamh McEnhill in 20:01
in the team competition, Tullamore Harriers took 1st women's and men's team prizes. Women's Team: Maire-Triona Keane, Niamh McEnhill, Charlotte Abbott and Karen Nolan
Men's Team: Kevin Minnock, Daniel Rigney, Jonathan Dunne and Mick O'Brien
In the age group categories Tullamore also featured.
Jack Marron- 1st Junior Male
Charlotte Abbott - 1st O40
Jonahan Dunne - 1st O45
Mick O'Brien - 1st O50
Well done everyone and congratulations to Birr AC on a superb event from start to finish.
Tullamore Harriers Results:
Kevin Minnock 0:15:02
Daniel Rigney 0:16:12
Jonathan Dunne 0:16:49
Micheal O'Brien 0:17:01
Nigel Cunningham 0:17:37
Jack Marron 0:18:19
Nick McGowan 0:18:42
Padraig Berry 0:18:46
Liam Byrne 0:19:18
John Donegan 0:19:25
Brendan Abbott 0:19:50
Maire-Triona Keane 0:19:58
Niamh McEnhill 0:20:01
Charlotte Abbott 0:20:17
Sean Reynolds 0:20:18
Bryce Fraser 0:20:20
James Fleming 0:22:05
Karen Nolan 0:22:11
Forrest McCormack 0:22:11
Olive Mannion 0:25:22
Pat Kennedy 0:25:16
Paschal Naughton 0:25:56
Michael Kinsella 0:26:48
Sandra Busteed 0:27:17
BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon
With less than 2 weeks to go, excitement is building for the BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon on Saturday, August 29th. A record 1,400 entries sold out within weeks of registration opening, underlining the event's growing popularity. Held annually on the last Saturday of August, the half marathon has become a key fixture on the athletics calendar, providing the ideal opportunity for runners preparing for the Dublin City Marathon and other autumn races.
The event will see runners tackle a challenging but fair course through the scenic countryside around Tullamore. Starting at 10.00am on the Charleville Road at the junction with Dillon Street, the route takes runners through Mucklagh, along the Ross Road to Ballinacanty Cross, through Killurin, before finishing with a lap of the Tullamore Harriers track.
Tullamore Harriers is sincerely grateful for the continued support of BnM, Offaly County Council, An Garda Síochána, Offaly Civil Defence, the event's sponsors, residents and the hundreds of volunteers whose commitment makes the race possible each year.
The club thanks the public in advance for their patience and cooperation for what promises to be another successful Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon.
Condolences
The chairman and members of Tullamore Harriers offer our condolences to the family of the late Michael Mooney. May he rest in peace.
Fixtures
August
29th August -BnM Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon
September
Sunday 13th – Neville 10 Mile – Tullamore Harriers.
October
Sunday 4th October – Offaly Cross Country Championships – Day 1.
Sunday 11th October – Offaly Cross Country Championships – Day 2.
Senior Training
Tuesday – 5.55pm & 6.40pm.
Thursday - 6.30pm
For any enquiries contact club captains Glenn 0868275228 or Rita
0868386687