Ryan McAnuff Races To National Record At Europeans

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In the first ever appearance at an ISU Speed Skating Championships by an Irish skater, Ryan McAnuff posted a new Irish record in the 1000m on his way to finishing 33rd at the European Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Turin, Italy.

Over three days of racing, McAnuff appeared in six heats and ranking finals over the 500 metre, 1,000 metre and 1,500 metre distances.

In the 500m, he finished with a best time of 42.709 which left him in 29th overall.

In the 1000m, he set a new Irish record of 1:27.718 and placed 35th in that category.

In the 1500m, a time of 2:22.287 had him in 30th place.

In the overall classification for the championships, McAnuff came 33rd in the final standings.

“I am pleased with how I raced technically and with my times,” McAnuff said following the conclusion of the event.

He will next compete at the World Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands in March.

Irish Speed Skater Makes European Championship Debut

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For the first time in the history of the ISU European Short Track Speed Skating Championships, Ireland will be represented by an athlete when the 2017 edition kicks off in Turin, Italy later this week.

Ryan McAnuff (22) will be flying the flag for Ireland inside the iconic Palavela arena, 2006 Winter Olympics venue for short track and figure skating events, and will race against competitors from 25 other European countries. Medals will be up for grabs over the 500, 1,000 and 1,500 metre distances.

“I am so honoured to be the first person to represent Ireland at an ISU speed skating championship,” McAnuff said. “This competition will give me valuable experience racing against the best short trackers in Europe.”

The ISU European Short Track Speed Skating Championships begins Friday, 13 January and runs until Sunday, 15 January.

Live streaming on the ISU Skating Channel commences on Friday 13 January at 11:45, here.

Alternatively, keep up with the live results here.

National Test Session 2017

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A National Test Session will be held on 21 January 2017 for all Field Moves and all National Test Levels only. There is still limited space available for applications.

If you intend to apply to test, completed application forms along with payment must be received no later than 7 January 2017. Places will be filled on a first come basis. Contact info@isai.ie for further information.

Useful Downloads

NTS and Championship Test Form 153 kb | pdf