

CúChulainn Archers Shine with Gold and Silver in Belfast and Omagh
Ardee News and Sport – CúChulainn Archers Shine with Gold and Silver in Belfast and Omagh
Members of CúChulainn Archers enjoyed a hugely successful weekend, competing in two separate events and bringing home an impressive haul of medals, including five golds and a prestigious memorial trophy.
Gold Rush in Belfast
Saturday saw the club travel to Belfast for a combined competition, featuring a Stafford round in the morning followed by the Tom McKenna Memorial Portsmouth in the afternoon. Hosted by NCIS Archery Club and East Belfast Archery Club, the event proved to be a fruitful one for CúChulainn, with members achieving personal bests and securing top podium finishes.
The results were outstanding, with all five competitors claiming gold in their respective categories:
• Paul McClelland – Gold (Master Men Compound) & Tom McKenna Memorial Trophy
• JoAnn Bell – Gold (Master Women Compound)
• Mark Young – Gold (Traditional Men)
• Peter Gilmore – Gold (Master Men Barebow)
• Neil Keeble – Gold (Senior Men Barebow)
This remarkable clean sweep demonstrated the club’s strength and skill across multiple disciplines.
More Medals in Omagh
On Sunday, the team headed west to Omagh, Co. Tyrone, for the Drumquin Archery Club’s Double IFAA Indoor competition, where success continued:
• Neil Keeble – Gold (Senior Men Barebow)
• Gilbert McClelland – Silver (Compound Senior Men)
• Philip Fitzpatrick – Silver (Compound Adult)
With seven gold medals, three silver medals, and a prestigious trophy in one weekend, CúChulainn Archers once again proved their dominance in the sport. Congratulations to all participants!
CúChulainn Archers run beginner courses throughout the year. For enquiries, email cuchulainnarchers@hotmail.com.

More Medals in Omagh
On Sunday, the team headed west to Omagh, Co. Tyrone, for the Drumquin Archery Club’s Double IFAA Indoor competition, where success continued:
• Neil Keeble – Gold (Senior Men Barebow)
• Gilbert McClelland – Silver (Compound Senior Men)
• Philip Fitzpatrick – Silver (Compound Adult)
With seven gold medals, three silver medals, and a prestigious trophy in one weekend, CúChulainn Archers once again proved their dominance in the sport. Congratulations to all participants!
CúChulainn Archers run beginner courses throughout the year. For enquiries, email cuchulainnarchers@hotmail.com.