Caption: Kailum O’Meara getting a PB with a jump of 5.09m in the minor long jump The 2024 edition of the 123.ie All-Ireland Schools Track and Field Championships gave us some thrilling events in a sun-drenched Tullamore Harriers Stadium on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. The two-day athletics extravaganza saw over 1000 athletes from 300 schools produce a host of thrilling performances. High on the list of these were the nine students from CPR who gave us season’s best performances, broke personal best records and brought home silver glory in their pockets. Kailum O’Meara kicked off the competition for Coláiste Phobal Ros Cré on Friday evening in the Minor Boys long jump. Displaying impressive form, Kailum improved his personal best by 17 centimetres with an initial jump of 4.97m. He continued to outdo himself, recording jumps of 5.08m and 5.09m in subsequent attempts and finishing in sixth place overall. This remarkable performance highlights Kailum's potential and suggests a promising future as his consistency and ability to perform on the big-day were clearly evident. Soon afterwards, Brendan Duma participated in the Junior long jump. Competing against a strong field of young athletes, Brendan delivered a series of solid jumps, with his best effort measuring 4.91m. His performance, while not placing him in the top ranks, earned him valuable experience and highlighted his potential for future competitions. Roll on midday Saturday, the sun still shining and Marie Shanahan took to the field in the Intermediate discus. Marie entered the competition with a strong reputation, having won the junior competition last year, and she did not disappoint. Marie’s best throw of 31.74m, a seasonal best for her this year, secured her a commendable fourth-place finish. This is an excellent result as Marie will take part in the same age group next year. As she continues to train and compete, she is set to achieve even greater success in the coming years. Later on, the atmosphere was electric as the Minor
Roscrea school take home silver at All-Ireland Schools’ Track and Field Championships
