Boyne AC rose above the torrential rain with pride, purpose and remarkable performances on day one of the Leinster Juvenile Championships.

Making her Leinster debut in the U13 javelin, Ashley Byrne showed tremendous composure and courage. She faced down tough weather and a new level of competition with a smile, gaining valuable experience and laying a strong foundation for her future.

Harry Kingston threw in some of the worst of the weather, yet still managed an impressive fourth place in U13 javelin. With rain falling hard during his attempt, his focus and form never faltered, a great  show of mental strength.

Hila Raji was in a league of her own in the U14 high jump, clearing 1.48m to take gold, she delivered a technically sharp and confident series of jumps, proving her dominance in this event. She returned on Day Two to take gold again, this time in the long jump, flying to a 4.81m finish. Hila continues to impress every time she steps into the arena.

Izzy Winters ran with great tactical awareness in the U14 1500m, securing seventh place with a finishing time of 5:15. It was a well-paced, committed race in tough conditions, showcasing her growing strength over the distance.

Ruadhan Fangeru took on both the shot put and the 100m in U15. He threw 8.64m for fourth place and showed real range as an athlete by backing that up with sixth in the 100m. He later played a key role in the U15 boys’ silver-winning relay, a true team player.

Riley Byrne was a standout sprinter across both days. He powered to silver in the U15 100m with 12.55 and added another silver in the 200m with a rapid 25.32. Fast, focused and composed, Riley is becoming one of Boyne’s most consistent athletes.

Aaron McMahon continued his upward trajectory with a fifth-place finish in the 100m (13.01) and fourth in the 200m (26.01), clocking a new PB. He also helped the U15 relay team to a silver medal, rounding out a strong all-round showing.

Sean Alhaddad competed in both shot put and javelin in U16 and hit personal bests in both events. Fifth in javelin (18.45m) and eighth in shot (7.59m), he’s building quietly and confidently into a reliable thrower.

Jack Willis ran a measured race in the U16 1500m, placing eighth with a time of 5:04. In tricky conditions, his endurance and control stood out, laying the groundwork for faster times ahead.

Ryan McMahon had a packed and powerful championship at U17 level. He took silver in the 100m with an excellent 11.48, finished fourth in high jump, and then returned on Day Two to place fourth in the 200m with 23.39. He also helped Louth to gold in the U17 relay. Ryan’s consistency across disciplines is exceptional.

Hannele Raji was once again a star for Boyne AC, showing her strength across multiple events. She won gold in the shot put (10.69m), bronze in both the long jump (5.16m) and 100m (13.30), and came back on Day Two to take bronze again in the 200m (26.90). Hannele also ran a strong leg for Louth’s U17 girls’ relay team, securing silver. Her ability to perform at such a high level across events is a credit to her preparation and drive.

Evan Gamble delivered a stunning 400m on Day One for a silver medal and PB of 52.43. On Day Two, he returned to the track for the 200m, where he placed seventh with another PB of 24.32. He also contributed to the Louth U17 relay gold medal. A classy, determined athlete with big things ahead.

Harvey Fomenky competed well in the U17 100m, finishing seventh with a solid run in testing conditions. He continues to gain valuable experience at this level.

Seamus Keenan showed excellent control and endurance in the U17 2000m, earning a silver medal after a perfectly timed effort. He ran with patience and strength and was rewarded with a place on the podium.

Romeo Fomenky ran a strong 100m in the U18 category, finishing fifth with a time of 11.79. It was a confident sprint in a tight field and showed his developing speed.

Jessica McMahon represented the U12 girls with distinction. She jumped 3.68m in a very competitive long jump field and followed it up with a fast and focused 60m hurdles run, placing third in her heat with a PB of 12.46. She missed out narrowly on a final spot but showed serious grit and potential.

Georgia Rice threw a new PB of 17.68m in the U15 javelin to finish sixth. A strong and composed performance, she continues to build confidence and distance every time she competes.

Dara Ellie Winters ran an excellent U16 800m, using great race craft to finish fifth in 2:23. She showed intelligence and discipline throughout the race and is developing into a fine middle-distance competitor.

The relays brought together the strength of the club and the spirit of teamwork. The U15 boys ,Ruadhan, Riley, and Aaron combined brilliantly for silver, each running with urgency and belief. The U17 girls’ team, featuring Hannele, brought home silver with smooth changeovers and fierce determination. The U17 boys sealed a commanding gold for Louth, with Ryan and Evan playing key roles in a dominating display of relay running.

Over two days, through wind and rain, Boyne AC proved why it is one of the most respected and admired clubs in Leinster. Every athlete represented themselves and their team with pride, determination and professionalism.