Posted Date: 12-Dec-2007 Wednes

Vivian Cheruiyot , Kenya , the second fastest woman ever over 5k at 14-22.59 recorded in Oslo in June of this year has confirmed her participation in the 26th annual Finn Valley Stephens Day event .This is a tremendous boost for the ocassion which has grown in popularity in recent years with some 500 starters out and about to aid local charity in 2006 which is again the case once again with breast cancer checks and an Aids project in Yola ,Nigeria the nominated beneficiaries . THe organisers are anxious to get everyone from 8 to 80 involved in what is a community event attracting runners ,walkers and joggers .The british record was equalled by Mo Farah in 2006 round the roads of the Twin Towns of Ballybofey and Stranorlar returning 13.29.68. Vivians participation will focus widespread attention, a former world cross country junior champion in 2000 and more recently a silver medallist in world champs 5k in Osaka . She competed in Sydney 2000 Olympics at the age of 15 and reached the final. Finn Valley AC stated they are most grateful to Richard Simms a club member and her coach/agent for his assistence in bringing such a world star to the event . A final call to all to come out, participate, aid charity and enjoy a community family day. Check in at Valley Centre from 12 noon, enter on the day start time 2pm. Everybody welcome .Further details www.finnvalleyac.com or 0872226112

Details for the GOAL MILE have been confirmed for Thursday 20th December From 6.30pm – 8.00pm at the Letterkenny Sports Complex (Tartan Track). A great event aimed at everyone from the seasoned athlete to walkers. More details attached in POSTER (Doc).