Our own Mr. Niall Shanahan organised another wonderful Inclusive Athletics event in UL this year which was attended by 750 students from across Limerick City & County. This is a special, magical, fun day designed to be a safe, happy and inclusive place for all kids to enjoy 80m races, obstacle courses, tug of war, soccer, parachute fun, to mention but a few of the activities. All children received medals, got to experience a variety of sports from golf, rugby, rowing and tennis. Everyone was treated to a live performance from a magician, and there was an endless supply of ice-cream!
Special guests were greeted with happy smiles, from Mickey Mouse, Mr JP McManus, Mr John Kiely, Munster staff and rugby players.
A huge congratulations to Mr Shanahan who created this incredible day, and continues to work tirelessly to provide all children with the opportunity to experience success in a non-compeditive environment. We are so lucky and grateful to have Niall here in Knockea NS.
A group of our pupils attended the event this year and their parents spoke so highly of the day and the positive impact it had on their children. We very much hope that more families will consider it next year as an opportunity for their boys and girls to experience an athletics event in a fun and happy environment.