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Author: Peter Claffey, Created: 13-10-2009 09:40

It is with sadness that we report the death of our treasured colleague Derek Furniss who was killed in an air crash, while training with the Air Corps in Galway, last night. Derek was a brilliant runner who trained and competed with the Club on regular basis, having just competed for the Club in the Dublin Novice Cross Country on Sunday. Our sympat...

Author: Peter Claffey, Created: 01-10-2009 23:50

We have just one day left before the Rathfarnham 5k. Enter from 8.00am in Terenure College for 22 euro to win one of these beautiful dress watches. Race starts at 10.00 am not any other time stated elsewhere. Final race instructions are set out in the attachment below. We hope you have an enjoyable race.      ...

Author: Peter Claffey, Created: 17-08-2009 22:56

Some excellent photos taken at this years Achill Half Mrathon by Helen McClelland are posted in the Gallery Section Link...

Author: Peter Claffey, Created: 09-08-2009 16:31

At Rathfarnham WSAF Athletic Club we offer a variety of training options every day of the week from Plyometrics/PE in Bushy Park to interval sessions around Rathfarnham Castle, long runs on Sunday morning from the Clubhouse around Bushy and Marley Park. Look at the Training section for details of times and location. Please look at pictures of our t...

Author: Unknown, Created: 31-07-2009 10:31

After a successful summer period of racing with impressive PBs and victories along the way, our clubs top athletes are ready to once again battle it out for Championship glory at the National Track and Field Championships this weekend in Santry. On Saturday afternoon, Rathfarnham WSAF will have a strong team in the National 10k Team Championship. ...

Author: John, Created: 14-05-2009 13:31

The Trinity track meeting that was due to be held this evening thursday the 14th of May is cancelled due to the condition of the grass track after overnight rain.Check the BHAA. website for more information....

Author: John, Created: 29-04-2009 13:46

The Leinster Masters Road Race in being held in Gowran Co. Kilkenny on Monday the 4th of May which is next Monday .The Ladies Race starts at 2pm and it's three to score but I am not sure how many to score on the County team . Ladies please contact Helen at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are interested in running. The mens masters is o...

Author: Zoe Melling, Created: 10-04-2009 23:22

Best of luck to Adrian Tucker who tomorrow will attempt to be the first to complete the arduous Wicklow Round, which involves navigating the summits of 26 peaks in the Dublin and Wicklow mountains in less than than 24 hours. His journey will begin at 1pm tomorrow on the Military road near the base of Kippure. All going well, 105 kilometres and 6000...

Author: Peter, Created: 10-04-2009 16:09

Members are reminded that 2009 subs are now due. Details of current rates are listed on the membership form. Please post to me at 22 Marley Drive, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16. Many thanks, Peter McDermott, Treasurer...