4th Annual 5k Series: Tuesday June 18th, get there early

Ballinrobe 5k 2012: l-r, Siobhan Ryan, Peter Gaughan, Patricia Kavanagh, Deirdre Jennings

Online entry closed Mon eve and you are requested to get there early this evening to pick up your series number or to register. Your co-operation will ensure the smooth running of these races. These are ‘no frills’ events – turn up and run, apart from the final race in Ballyhaunis which includes the After party.

The 4th Annual Mayo AC 5k Series of five races starts  soon,  Tuesday evening 18th June and continue on the following four Tuesdays, all at 8pm sharp.

June 18: Castlebar, Registration at Harlequin Hotel
June 25: Claremorris…Athletic Track
July  2: Ballinrobe…Soccer pitch
July 9: Brickens..Community Centre (between Claremorris/Ballyhaunis)
July 16: Ballyhaunis ..Rugby Club, followed by Series After Party.

€30 for 5 races and post race party is great value.

As usual the Series is open to all, but with an emphasis on Fit4Life runners joggers and walkers. Many have taken their “first steps” in these events in previous years. Local athletic clubs and fitness groups are very welcome.
All courses are AAI measured /permitted, well marshaled with finish line time clock. The five races provide a variety of courses and challenges. This year Castlebar will be on a new route, and Brickens is a welcome new addition. A great opportunity to record a better time each week  so you are encouraged to participate in all five.
The emphasis is on fun  – first man/women finisher in each race will be recognised.

Ballyhaunis 5k 2012: l-r, Rebecca O’Toole, Patricia Flynn, Colette Farragher

Series is limited to 300 approx due to safety. Online entries closed on 17 June.
one event = €7.

Mayo AC encourage as many members as possible to take part or to assist as volunteers.
Local organisers are asked to promote car pooling to help parking arrangements at all venues.
As in previous years the event will be supported  by Mayo Sports Partnership.
If there are any queries please use the contact form on website – your query may be of general interest and this article will be updated accordingly. Fit4Life members may get answers from their local leaders.

To see the 5k Series poster click here Mayo summer poster