National junior victory

Harry Purcell one of the most promising middle distance talents in the country returned to competitive action at the national indoor championships in Athlone IT arena. The young Trim man took the 800 metres title in a time of 1m52s ahead of Daniel Lawlor, Carlow and fellow Meath runner Rob Tully,SOSAC. At the same competition Shane Aston jumped 6.46 to claim the bronze medal in the under 23s long jump. Both athletes will turn their attentions to the AAI Games senior competition next weekend at the same venue.