The sporting story
Gary O'Hanlon's distance-running story began at eight in Kilkerley, where a local running club was one of the sporting opportunities available to him. He later joined Clonliffe Harriers and became an Irish national marathon and 50-kilometre champion. Athletics Ireland formally confirmed his 2017 national marathon title after reviewing the original result. Kilkerley sits outside Dundalk town, so this is a wider-area story with a close local connection. O'Hanlon's progression from childhood club running to long-distance titles adds another strand to the region's strong running culture.
A lasting connection.
A nearby running story that links childhood participation with sustained achievement on the roads.
Follow the research.
- Clonliffe Harriers: Gary O'Hanlon recalls growing up and running in Kilkerley ↗
- Athletics Ireland: confirmation of O'Hanlon's 2017 national marathon title ↗
Research checked 17 October 2026. This profile describes dated achievements, rather than a live medal or record table.