Springwell Cup at Riada

BALLYMONEY Borough Council has agreed to allow Springwell Running Club to stage a Primary Schools Cross Country event at Riada Playing Fields on December 5.

During a recent Leisure and Amenities Committee meeting, members heard: ‘A request has been received from Springwell Running Club seeking Council permission and assistance to hold a round of the Springwell Cross Country Cup for primary schools at Riada Playing Fields on 5th December 2012 utilizing a 1000m course. This will be the second race in this year’s series.  2012 will be the fifth running of the event in which schools from all three Council areas participate (Ballymoney, Coleraine, Limavady).

‘It is recommended that Council facilitate Springwell Running Club, permitting it to stage its event on 5th December 2012 at Riada Playing Fields and making the Stadium facilities available for the event’s duration.’

It was proposed by Cllr Evelyne Robinson, seconded by Cllr John Finlay that Council facilitate Springwell Running Club.