A courageous run by Trim AC's under 12 boys relay team was rewarded with silver medals at the Meath Cross Country championship on Sunday.
On a day memorable for icy toes and runny noses the team, comprised of Alex Bond, Rory Gordon, Leo Bond and David O'Neill, were very impressive in their first relay race in the Trim colours.
As the race began, Bohermeen AC took a strong lead but Alex Bond chased hard and established himself in a clear second place, putting a gap between himself and the rest of the field. At the 250 metre mark Rory Gordon, who is in his first year with the club, took the baton and ran powerfully to retain the team's second place. He then passed to Leo Bond, the youngest member of the team. At little over 10 years of age Leo showed tremendous determination when the pressure came. With 50 metres to the final baton change the chasing third placed team managed to catch up and looked as if they were about to overtake him, but Leo would have none of it. Digging deep he managed to pull away again and gave the baton to David O'Neill in clear second place. David gave chase to the leading Bohermeen athlete and although he made up ground he was unable to catch him and in the end the team were delighted with their second place.
A hearty well done finally to Dunboyne AC who hosted the event and the Meath officials who as always were generous with their time and patience.
