Jones to get Irish athletics back in shape

MAX JONES, Ireland’s new Director of Athletics and the man entrusted with the task of breathing new life into the sport, will soon travel around the country to meet the coaches and volunteers.

He has already met some of the main people involved — the Chair of High Performance, Liam Hennessy, National Team Manager Patsy McGonagle and Gary Ryan.

He spent 24 years with UK Athletics — seven as High Performance Director — and he brings a wealth of experience to his new position.