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Sullivan Alumna Rachel McCann Crowned Irish National 400m Champion

Sullivan alumna Rachel McCann (Class of 2020) has claimed her first Irish National 400m title, adding another outstanding achievement to her growing athletics career.
28 Jul 2026
Alumni
Rachel McCann
Rachel McCann

The Sullivan Alumni Association is delighted to congratulate Sullivan Upper School alumna Rachel McCann (Class of 2020) on being crowned the Irish National 400m Sprint Champion, securing the very first national title of her athletics career.

Rachel has continued to achieve remarkable success since leaving Sullivan, and this latest accomplishment is another significant milestone in an already outstanding sporting journey. Having proudly represented Team Ireland at the Paris Olympic Games, she continues to demonstrate the talent, commitment and determination that have made her one of Ireland's most exciting athletes.

Her dedication, resilience and hard work are an inspiration to current Sullivan students and fellow alumni alike, showing what can be achieved through passion and perseverance.

Everyone at the Sullivan Alumni Association is incredibly proud of Rachel's achievements and looks forward to following her career as she continues to excel on the national and international stage.

Congratulations, Rachel, on this well-deserved success. Your Sullivan family is cheering you on every step of the way.

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