The 89th McConnell Shield
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Event overview
The 89th McConnell Shield is a cross country event on Saturday 1 November 2025 at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare. The event is organised by East Antrim Harriers and will use chip timing. Toilets are provided at the course. The event lists 110 participants entered so far.
Races, entry and logistics
Races cover junior and senior categories with the following distances:
- 800 m (U12)
- 1 mile (U14)
- 2 miles (U16)
- 3 miles (senior ladies, lady vets, M60+)
- 5 miles (men and male vets, McConnell Shield)
Entries open 1 September 2025 and close 30 October 2025. Entry fees are shown as £10 affiliated and £9 unaffiliated for men and ladies races, and £3 for U12/U14/U16 races. No entries will be taken on race day. Name transfers are permitted via SiEntries up to 10 pm on the closing date. Deferrals are not available. Number collection is at the East Antrim Harriers clubhouse, Harrier Way, Ballyclare BT39 9BB from 10:30 on the day of the event. Age rules for juniors require competitors to be under the race age on the event date. Prizes include age category awards plus specific trophies for ladies, male vets, and the McConnell Shield. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.