Against the Heat and the Field: Connaire Óg Delivers National Bronze

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The curtain came down on the National Juvenile Track and Field Championships on Sunday with the staging of the B Championships, bringing this year’s national track and field campaign to a close. Representing the club on the final day was Connaire Óg McVeigh, who once again showed the determination, commitment and competitive spirit required to perform on the national stage despite the challenging conditions created by the intense summer heat.

A fantastic run from Connaire Óg- striking when it mattered most

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Slieve Martin Charity Race

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Newcastle AC are pleased to announce that the Slieve Martin Race will return as a standalone event on Thursday 13 August 2026 at 7:30pm.

The race will be run over the Hill & Dale course, giving runners the chance to get their Hill & Dale fix during the summer months.

Entry will be free, with a voluntary collection on the night to raise funds for a defibrillator at the Oldtown Road Car Park, located at the start of the Carrick Little track leading to Slieve Binnian.

The car park has been used for Hill & Dale parking in recent years and was owned by James Doran, who sadly passed away last year. James was always incredibly supportive and could not do enough to help the running community. The defibrillator will be purchased in his memory, creating a lasting tribute that will mean a great deal to his family while also benefiting everyone who uses the area.

To take part in the race you must register on Webscorer here:

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Championship Class, Lined With Silver

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The Newcastle AC Trio in Tullamore

With the ‘big black yoke’ packed with camping chairs, cool boxes, spikes and pigeons, three young athletes and their support crews set off for the 120 mile trip to Tullamore, Co Offaly early on Sunday morning, with hopes and dreams of an outstanding day at the National Juvenile Track & Field Championships and to produce notable performances against the country’s best.

The championships marked the culmination of a long season that for some included Indoors, Schools and Club Ulster and National competitions, with the Newcastle trio proudly representing the club on the national stage.

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Hill & Dales 2026: Drinnahilly Report, Photos and Results

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Drinnahilly Brings the Curtain Down on Another Memorable Hill & Dale Series

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Alas, all good things must come to an end, and after ten weeks of climbing, descending, slipping, scrambling and occasionally running, the 2026 Hill & Dale Series came to a fitting conclusion at Drinnahilly.

Although Drinnahilly lacks the lofty summits of Binnian or Meelmore, it remains one of the quickest and most fiercely contested races of the series. The relentless climbs through Donard Forest and the flowing descents demanded one final effort from legs already weary after a spring spent battling the Mournes. Continue reading →