Connaught Cross Country championships 2025

Three teams from the school qualified to run in the Connaught Primary Schools Cross Country championships having qualified through both the North Mayo and Mayo qualifying races.

Síomha ran her best race this year to claim third place in the 3rd/4th class girls race. Laura, Sadie, Pippa, Ciara and Isabella all battled well and the school team placed fourth in a top class competition.

In the 3rd/4th class boys race, we were crowned Connaught champions after a strong team performance. Joe came third; Kyle was fifth and the remaining team made up of Kenny, James, Cian and Harry all packed well to secure gold for us..

In the 5th/6th girls race, we claimed more team gold after a battling performance from all athletes. Grace added to her North Mayo and Mayo titles with an impressive victory in this Connaught race. The school team of Grace, Ysanne, Ariana, Bethan and Alimay are now deserving Connaught champions.

Sixth class pupil Scott ran as an individual in the race for 5th/6th class boys. With prizes for the top 12 individuals, Scott was determined to claim a prize. He ran extremely well to claim sixth place and claim his Connaught medal.

All were a credit to the school and continued a rich tradition of success in cross country running.