Killarney and District Motor club launched its new youth and newcomer programme on Friday night.

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Rally of the Lakes senior official Liam Cronin with newcomer Josh o'Sullivan at the start line

KDMC2 is aimed at newcomers to motorsport regardless of age but there is a heavy emphasis on youths.

The idea is to take newcomers away from the mundane formalities of forma club meetings but instead create social occasions and introductory to motorsport events for them to enjoy.

Last Friday a group of experienced club members and a host of newcomers enjoyed a treasure hunt in and around the Faha area.

Treasure hunts are considered an entry into rally navigation and while some entrants may go on an pursue a career like Paul Nagle, Noel O’Sullivan and Mikie Galvin, they also serve as a great social occasion that can be enjoyed by all age groups.

Around 30 people attended the event.

Well-known local marshals and volunteers Ciara and Orla Galvin, aided by experienced club driver were deemed the winners of navigational event but, according to main organiser Mike Shea, the treasure hunt also served as a great introduction to club activities.

“A special thanks to all of those who attended this Friday’s treasure hunt around the Faha area, the first of many social events organiSed by the KDMC 2 programme, said Mike who is also the club’s vice chairman.

The top three finishers on the night were:

Congratulations also to our top 3 finishers from last night who were:
1st: Orla Griffin/ Ciara Griffin/ Todd Falvey
2nd: Jason Russell / Siobhan O’Leary
3rd Eoin Foley/ Daniel Coffey / Emma Coffey

Meanwhile the club will host an autotest event on Sunday at the K & L Deliveries depot in Millstreet.

This is a cost effective avenue into motorsport which can be done in a standard road car.
For more details contact: Todd Falvey @0872386276.