Fingal Athletics League Finals Day Showcased Local Talent and celebrated the new Greenest School Award

The excitement was palpable as athletes, teachers, and spectators geared up for the much-anticipated Fingal Athletics League Finals Day, which took place at the ALSAA Sports Complex on April 24th, 2024. The Finals Day promised to be a celebration of dedication, skill, and sportsmanship as over 2,500 students from 61 primary schools across Fingal gathered to compete for local pride.

The ALSAA Sports Complex, beside Dublin Airport, provided the perfect backdrop for this thrilling event. Spectators were treated to a feast of athletic talent. Local Councillor Tom Kitt was in attendance to deputise for the Mayor of Fingal and present awards. Cllr Tom Kitt said, "This event was the culmination of months of hard work and dedication by athletes, teachers, and Fingal County Council Sports Office. It was a testament to the passion for athletics that thrives in our community, and we were delighted to see these incredible athletes in action."

The Finals Day was not just about competition; it was also a celebration of community spirit and camaraderie. Spectators came out in full force, cheered on their schools, and soaked up the electrifying atmosphere. For those unable to attend in person, the event was live-streamed, ensuring that fans from around the world could join in the excitement and support their local schools. With over 6.5k views of the event so far, it was a massive success and a new element that will continue in the future.

This year we introduced a new award to our list. Fingal’s Greenest School award was given to the school that was most active in implementing initiatives to promote Climate Action. We marked schools on their involvement in the Green Flag Award, cycling and walking buses, and Fresh Air Fridays. Our inaugural winner was Balbriggan Educate Together National School.

Fingal County Council Director of Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sport, David Storey, commented, “Today, we celebrate a fantastic achievement as Balbriggan ETNS is honoured with the Greenest School Award. This recognition reaffirms their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. By leading through example, I hope it inspires other schools to be more environmentally friendly."

The winner of our Best Overall school was St Patrick’s NS, Diswellstown. To present them with the award, we had Noel Guinan, Meet Director of Morton Games. This year’s winner is being invited to the Morton Games on 12th July. For further details visit: https://www.mortongames.ie.

The Fingal Athletics League Finals Day was a testament to the talent and passion for athletics in the Fingal region, and organisers and participants alike look forward to many more successful events in the future.