Rockland GAA Memorial 5K

Race Overview

Welcome to the 6th Annual Rockland GAA Memorial 5K, held in memory of our club members who have passed away.

In Honor

• Purpose: Our inaugural event was held in memory of long-time club member Noel O’Connell. This year, we run in honor of all deceased members of Rockland GAA.
• Special Tribute: Most especially, we would like to remember Brian Fennell and Padraig Gargan.

Registration Information

• Deadline: To guarantee your T-Shirt, you must register by March 15th - NO EXCEPTIONS!
• Size Availability: We will order extra, but we cannot guarantee your size after the cut-off date.

Kids Fun Run

• Eligibility: The Rockland GAA will host a FUN RUN for children 12 years old and younger.
• Cost: This will be a free event and will be held after the 5K.
• T-Shirt Policy: Please note - if you're only participating in the FUN RUN, you will not receive a t-shirt unless you also register for a t-shirt.

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Contact Method: Sponsorship opportunities are available.
• Inquiries: If interested, please contact the race director through this form.

Remembering Brian Fennell

Born on December 2, 1977, in Mt. Vernon, New York, Brian Fennell brought warmth, laughter, and connection to everyone he met.

• Family: He was a loving husband to Katrina and a devoted father to Caroline Cecilia and Reyer Patrick.
• Career: Brian built a successful career in construction management, beginning at age 18.
• Sports: An avid sports fan, he cheered faithfully for the New York Knicks and Jets.

As Brian often said, “Do not mourn me in my death, but celebrate my life.” So, on Saturday, March 28th, at the 6th Annual Rockland GAA Memorial 5K, let's do what Brian asked - let’s celebrate his life.

Remembering Padraig Gargan

Padraig Gargan was born on December 7, 1991, in Bronxville, New York, to Patrick “Francie” Gargan and Ann Margaret “Mags” Gargan.

• Education: A 2009 graduate of Pearl River High School, Padraig served as captain of the school’s inaugural Men’s Varsity Lacrosse Team.
• Career: Padraig was the owner of Slane Mechanical in New York.
• Passions: He was an enthusiastic golfer and proudly recorded a hole-in-one at West Point Golf Course.

Padraig will be remembered for his bright smile, warm embrace, devotion to family, and unwavering loyalty to his friends. And as we run the Rockland GAA Memorial 5k, let’s keep those remembrances with us.

Event Details

• Date: March 28, 2026
• Location: 160 Old Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, NY
• Race Link: For more information, visit here.