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• Cork City Marathon 2023 Youth Challenge

Lord Mayor Councillor Deirdre Forde has officially launched the 2023 Cork City Marathon. With just five weeks to go this year’s event features a new 10k option alongside the full and half marathons, which will see more people running than ever before. Anyone 15 years or older is eligible to give the new 10k a go.

Secondary schools and youth clubs all over Cork City and County are being invited to sign up teams to enter the 2023 Cork City Marathon Youth Challenge.

“The Youth Challenge is specially designed for our young people; it’s about getting involved and making the year count for something special”, said Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr. Deirdre Forde. “Participants can walk, jog or run the Youth Challenge – it’s about taking part, having fun, keeping fit and enjoying the unique excitement and buzz on marathon day.”

Cork City Council has hired a dedicated Youth Challenge co-ordinator, Liam Harris, who will be working with specific schools and youth clubs in the city to prepare them for the 10k. Liam is a qualified athletic Coach who has represented Ireland many times in his distinguished athletics career.

Liam commented “Being part of a team is something special, whether it’s in school, sport or work.

Whether running as an individual, or in a team, the Youth Challenge is a fun, engaging, experience that shows character and commitment. it will be a unique experience and I encourage all Principals and PE teachers to encourage their students to take part”.

The 10k will begin at the same location as the marathon, allowing runners to share the start-line experience on St Patrick’s Street, and it will have dedicated pacers too. For those who enjoy the comradery and teamwork, you’ll have the option of entering as a team or individuals, with all results displayed online afterwards. All participants will receive a medal and will be in with the chance of winning some great spot prizes.

Now in its 15th year, the Cork City Marathon is an internationally recognised marathon, with certification from the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). One of the fastest courses in Ireland, the Cork City Marathon has been praised for its inclusivity, ensuring that young and old and those with varying degrees of challenges are included in the marathon.