Fastest Feet in Ireland

Emily Kelly is a third class pupil in St.Mary’s N.S., Stranorlar. She is also a member of the Finn Valley Athletic Club.

In early December schools in Donegal sent their young fliers tp the County Finals of an athletic competition that could see them go to the prestigious Millrose Games in Manhattan in February. After her great success at county level, Emily then advanced to the national semi-finals and the final which took place in Athlone on Saturday, December 17th.

As the winner of the final in Athlone, Emily, who is now regarded as Ireland’s fastest feet,  and will be flown to New York along with her parents and big sister.

Here she will be hosted by legendary runner and Irish mile record holder Ray Flynn. The highlight of Emily’s trip to New York will be a chance to run against the fastest girls in New York City at the Millrose Games. This is the 110^th year of the most prestigious indoor track meet on the calendar. Otherwise known as the indoor Olympics, the meet showcases superstars of athletics, Olympic medallists, Worls Champions and record holders.

She will also have the honour of meeting Irish man Eamonn Coughlan, a 3-time Olympian and former World Champion in the 5,000m.

We welcomed Patsy McGonagle and Dermot McGranaghan (Finn Valley Athletic Club) into our school today to celebrate Emily's achievement and to wish her ever success in New York.

Patsy wished  Emily well and explained to her class how wonderful this achievement is for our school and club. Mrs Dorrian and Mr.Keating also spoke about their delight for Emily and how proud they were of her.

Believe and Achieve facebook page has posted a great wee video clip of Emily to watch click this link m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=412534352417807&id=217871485217429

Emily pictured with her class, Mr Keating, Mrs.Cannon, Dermot McGranaghan, Mrs. Dorrian and Patsy McGoangle.