About Excel Sports

Excel Sports are a Donegal based sports event organisation that organise and promote unique sporting events, challenges and training around County Donegal, Ireland. We offer three premium events and participation in our hiking/training club, ARD – Hiking & Trail Running.

EXCEL SPORTS FAMILY

Based in the heart of Donegal, this family-run events business is dedicated to creating unforgettable running experiences set against the county’s most scenic rural landscapes.

With a deep passion for community, wellbeing, and the natural beauty of Donegal, they organise running events that inspire people of all abilities to challenge themselves and embrace the joy of movement.

Each event is thoughtfully designed to showcase the stunning countryside — from rugged coastlines to rolling hills — while fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. More than just races, these gatherings celebrate personal growth, connection, and the power of local spirit, empowering participants to be the best they can be, one stride at a time.

Our aim is to encourage and empower participants of all levels to engage in health and fitness experiences while appreciating the beauty of the county and all that it has to offer.

EUNAN QUINN

FOUNDER OF EXCEL SPORTS, EVENT MANAGER & COORDINATOR

Eunan has spent 40 years in sports, holding a degree in Psychology and a Masters in Sports and Exercise Psychology. He is certified with an IAAF level 4 Endurance coaching award and has earned Mountaineering Ireland’s Mountains Skills 1 & 2 and Mountain Leader 1 & 2 awards. As a neuromuscular physical therapist, he treats pain conditions and injuries while coaching athletes from beginners to elites.

His experience includes being part of the Boston Marathon medical team and Ironman Lake Placid, and he has served as a performance psychology consultant. Eunan represented Ireland in cross-country running and was the sole Irish qualifier for the Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii in 2002 and 2003, breaking the Irish Triathlon Ironman record in 2006 and holding the Donegal record for 14 years. Since 2017, Eunan and his family have developed the Excel Sports brand, featuring top running events in Ireland, including the Seven Sisters Skyline mountain event, recognized by the World Mountain Running Association World Cup. In January 2023, they launched the ARD Hiking & Trail Running club to promote health and well-being outdoors.

REST OF THE TEAM

Excel Sports events comprise a collaborative team working together to produce top results.

All organisation, event management, marketing and media involves graphic designers to ensure all promotional material is of excellent quality. Our events consist of a host of marshals, local groups, and businesses who contribute massively to the running and spirit of the day.  

We are also supported by our event partners and local and national tourism agencies. And of course, none of this would be possible without you