Tallaght Athletic Club has a proud history of nurturing and developing athletes who have gone on to achieve success at both national and international levels.
Our commitment to excellence, expert coaching, and top-class facilities have helped countless athletes reach their full potential.
From emerging young talents to elite competitors representing Ireland on the world stage, our club has played a crucial role in shaping the careers of many accomplished athletes.
Whether it’s on the track, in the field, or on the road, we continue to foster a culture of dedication, perseverance, and achievement.
Rhasidat Adeleke
Rhasidat Adeleke is one of Ireland’s brightest sprinting stars and a proud member of Tallaght Athletic Club. From a young age, she has demonstrated exceptional speed, determination, and a passion for athletics, establishing herself as a dominant force on both the national and international stage.
Adeleke first gained national recognition as a junior athlete, securing multiple national titles and breaking records. She quickly rose through the ranks, winning gold in the 100m and 200m at the European U20 Championships. Her talent led her to the University of Texas, where she continued to shine, setting new Irish records in the 200m and 400m while competing in the highly competitive NCAA circuit.
Her meteoric rise reached new heights when she made history by representing Ireland at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, competing in the 400m and the 4x400m mixed relay. Her Olympic debut was a landmark moment for Irish athletics, further cementing her status as a world-class sprinter and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
With her relentless work ethic and ever-improving performances, Adeleke is poised for even greater success on the international stage. She continues to be a source of pride for Tallaght Athletic Club and Irish athletics as she pushes boundaries and breaks records.
Achievements:
- 2024 Olympian – Competed in the 400m and 4x400m mixed relay
- Multiple Irish national sprint champion
- European U20 gold medallist in the 100m and 200m
- Irish record holder in the 200m and 400m
- NCAA standout at the University of Texas
- Competed at the World Championships and European Championships
Rhasidat Adeleke’s journey is a testament to hard work, dedication, and ambition. Tallaght Athletic Club is incredibly proud of her accomplishments and looks forward to watching her achieve even greater success in the years to come.
Israel Olatunde
Israel Olatunde is Ireland’s fastest man and a standout sprinter from Tallaght Athletic Club. Known for his explosive speed, determination, and infectious energy, he has rapidly risen through the ranks to become a national record holder and a major contender on the international stage.
Olatunde first made an impact as a junior athlete, dominating the Irish sprinting scene and claiming multiple national titles. His breakthrough moment came at the 2022 European Championships, where he became the first Irishman to qualify for a 100m final, finishing sixth and setting a new Irish 100m record (10.17s). This historic achievement solidified his status as Ireland’s premier sprinter and a rising star in global athletics.
A dedicated and hard-working athlete, Olatunde continues to push the boundaries of Irish sprinting. With his sights set on further national records and future international success, he remains a key figure in Irish athletics and a proud representative of Tallaght Athletic Club.
Achievements:
- Irish 100m record holder (10.17s)
- First Irishman to reach a European 100m final (2022)
- Multiple-time Irish national sprint champion
- Competed at the World Championships and European Championships
Israel Olatunde is a trailblazer for Irish sprinting and a role model for aspiring athletes. Tallaght Athletic Club is immensely proud of his achievements and looks forward to seeing him continue to make history on the track.