Versatile Hannele Raji scoops amazing four golds for Boyne AC at Louth Championships
From personal bests to podium finishes, and most importantly, an incredible show of sportsmanship and team spirit, the evening was a celebration of everything the club stands for.
Among the standout performers was Hannele Raji, who put on a truly exceptional display of athleticism and determination.
She stormed to first place in the 100m, 200m and Long Jump (with a leap of 5.07m) before going on to take gold in the Javelin and silver in the Shot Putt. It was a remarkable show of talent, power and focus.
Aimee Rice, competing above her age group at just 16, demonstrated composure and strength across multiple disciplines. She earned bronze in the 100m, silver in the Long Jump with a personal best of 4.20m, and silver again in the 400m. She finished the evening on a high with bronze in the Javelin, highlighting her versatility and competitive spirit.
Eilish Keenan ran with focus and endurance to win the U20 3,000m in 12:20.39, while her brother Seamus Keenan controlled his race from start to finish in the same event, earning a confident and well-deserved first place.
Ryan McMahon powered to third place in the U20 100m, then followed up with a brilliant second in the 200m.
Sam Doyle narrowly missed out on a medal in the 100m but showed true promise with a personal best in the 400m, finishing fifth in a tough field.
Evan Gamble ran a smart and composed race to claim first in the U20 400m, leading from the gun and never looking back.
Boyne AC's senior and masters athletes also rose to the occasion.
Club president Catherine Tiernan finished second in the W45 3,000m with a strong 12:35.91 performance. Catherine is more than a competitor,she is the steady and passionate backbone of Boyne AC. Her leadership and love for the club are visible in everything she does, from race day to training nights, where she is a constant source of encouragement and support to all athletes, especially the juveniles.
Brian Brodigan, a key figure in the club's juvenile coaching team, showed he still has plenty of competitive fire himself.
Representing the M45s, he finished second in the 800m with a time of 2:20.04 and went on to win gold in the 200m with an impressive 28.05sec.
Brian is an extraordinary coach whose impact goes far beyond medals. His dedication to nurturing young talent, encouraging every child, and bringing energy to every session has made him an irreplaceable part of the Boyne AC family.
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