The first of the 2011 Connacht squad sessions is on next Sunday in Dangan, with the following two in April and May.

– Sunday February 20th, Galway RSC, 12 noon
– Sunday April 17th, Athlone IT, 12 noon 
– Sunday May 22nd, Venue TBC, 12 noon 

Well done to all our athletes who have been selected for the squad – a full list is at the end of this note. Criteria for selection includes being in the age groups u15-u20 in 2011 and being in the top 3 at one of:-

– 2010 West Region Indoor T&F
– 2010 West Region Outdoor T&F
– 2010 Connacht Schools Outdoor T&F
– 2009 & 2010 West Region XC
– 2010 Connacht Schools XC

For those new to the squad, the format for regional squads includes registration and welcome, guest speaker presenting on a topic of relevance, followed by event specific coaching session led by an experienced coach.

Athletes are encouraged to bring a packed lunch.  The club pays the cost of €5 per athlete who is a registered member of the club and has paid their annual subscription. 

Athletes from Craughwell AC on the squad are as follows. If you've been omitted by mistake, apologies and please contact me!