Chris O’Reilly

Chris O’Reilly

Chris O’Reilly is part of the Juvenile Boys section (U15) in Togher AC.

Cross Country Medals December 2015
Cross Country Medals December 2015

Personal Record:
1500m 4:44

Proudest Moment in Athletics:
Winning the U13 All Ireland Team Title.

Coach: Steven Macklin.

How long have you been running?
Since I joined Togher AC about 3 years ago.

What events do you compete in?
800m on the track and up to 3.5k Cross Country. I prefer cross country as you get to travel to more places and there’s different courses and so more variety.

What’s your main goal for this year?
I would love to make the Irish cross country schools team. I’d be representing Ireland in the Schools International XC Championships in Scotland.

Munster Cross Country 3rd Place Dec 2015
Munster Cross Country 3rd Place Dec 2015

What’s your most memorable race?
My second ever county cross country competition under 14. I won it by 100m and felt really good.

What do you like most about Togher AC?
When I started running, I didn’t know any other club really. I came to Togher because my Dad ran for Togher when he was younger. I like training with the lads, it can be good fun.

In 5 years time, athletics wise, where do you see yourself? 
I’d like to get a scholarship to America. My Dad got one when he was younger but he never took it. It’s something I’d like to do and continue running over there and go to a good college.

Cross Country 2014 Gold Medal Winner. Chris with Evan Byrne.
Cross Country 2014 Gold Medal Winner.
Chris with Evan Byrne.

Do you have a favourite sports hero? 
Rob Heffernan. Rob grew up with my Dad and he’s my brother’s God Father. He walked for Togher and won the world championships and came fourth (third) in the Olympics. He’s inspirational!

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