and his relatives erected a monument in the quaint village which was opened by his surviving niece Ellen Hunt. Flynn's achievements were acknowledged again on 7 June 2015 in the inaugural Knocknacurra 7 Mile Road Race organised by Kilmacsimon Swimming and Rowing Club. This memorable occasion celebrated the achievements of three local athletes of the Knocknacurra townland who had international success: Patsy O'Flynn, Bob Hales (national and international athlete 1911-1912 and Flynn's early mentor) and Bill Nolan (Ireland v Scotland International 1 Mile Champion 1931). A number of Flynn's descendants competed in this memorial race, ensuring that his legacy lives on in future generations. References External links Ballinadee monument profile 1894 births 1969 deaths Irish emigrants to the United States (before 1923) American male long-distance runners American male steeplechase runners Athletes (track and field) at the 1920 Summer Olympics Olympic silver medalists for the United States in track and field Sportspeople from County Cork Irish male long-distance runners Irish male steeplechase runners Medalists at the 1920 Summer Olympics United States Army personnel of World War I Olympic cross country runners