Comhghairdeas le Naoise Ní Fhuireasta who was honoured for her outstanding results in her Leaving Cert Irish exam. Naoise received 100% in the exam, scoring 600 marks out of a possible 600 marks. Naoise is a former student of Gaelcholáiste Chéitinn and is joined by Principal John McCarthy and Múinteoir i bhFeighil and Naoise’s Irish teacher, Dominic Walsh.
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On Thursday evening, the historic chambers of Clonmel Town Hall were filled with pride as Mayor Cllr Michael Murphy hosted a special Mayoral reception in honour of local darts sensation Aidan O’Hara. The young sportsman, who captained Ireland to victory at the WDF European Darts Championship in Latvia this past July, was recognised for his outstanding achievements in what has already been a glittering start to his career. The event brought together local councillors, former mayors, family members, and fellow sports enthusiasts to celebrate Aidan’s success. The atmosphere in the chamber, which dates back to 1881, was electric, reflecting not only the town’s pride in their young champion but also their long standing tradition of supporting local talent.
Opening the evening, Mayor Murphy welcomed guests, including Cllr John Fitzgerald, former Mayor Cllr Richie Molloy, and Aidan’s parents, Dad Gerry and Mum Sandra, along with many other notable figures from the local darts community. The Mayor set the tone for the night by reflecting on the growing number of sports heroes emerging from Clonmel, saying, “I must be the luckiest Mayor in Ireland. Recently, I’ve welcomed an Olympic bronze medallist, a world champion rower, five world champion dancers and now, a European champion in darts, in such a short time as Mayor. It’s an
incredible honour to recognise Aidan’s achievements.”
He continued, “Aidan’s triumph in Latvia, where he captained the Irish team to gold on July 13th, is a monumental achievement, and one we’re all extremely proud of. Tonight is a celebration of Aidan’s dedication, his skill, and the spirit of sportsmanship he has embodied throughout his young career.”
The Mayor’s speech paid tribute not only to Aidan but to all those who helped him along his journey. He warmly welcomed Aidan’s teammate, Callum Cole from Cork, and team manager, Paddy Cullen from Carlow, who were both present to share in the celebration. “Though Callum is from Cork,” Murphy joked, “we love Cork people in Tipperary, and tonight we extend a very warm Clonmel welcome to him.” Murphy also acknowledged the contributions of those behind the scenes who have helped build a thriving darts community in Tipperary. “I want to take a moment to champion the local darts structure that we have here in Clonmel and across Tipperary,” he said. “Mick Smith, in particular, has been a positive force in Tipperary darts. I had the pleasure of meeting Mick when we welcomed Aidan home to Kate Ryan’s, and many spoke that night about his enormous contribution to the sport.”
A lighter moment followed when
the Mayor mentioned a story he heard that evening about Mick Smith throwing the first nine darter in Clonmel, though he joked “I’m not sure if that’s true!”
The Mayor’s praise didn’t stop there, as he invited another local darts star, Christina Ina Byrne, to stand and take a bow. Christina was the first person from Clonmel to win a gold medal in darts, and the Mayor’s recognition of her achievement underscored Clonmel’s growing status as a centre for darts excellence.
“Darts is a sport that requires incredible focus and resilience,” Murphy noted. “And Aidan, you’ve shown both in abundance. But beyond the skill, what stands out to me is your exceptional character. I have no doubt that your success as a player, a teammate, and a captain will serve you well in the years to come, not only in darts but in all aspects of life.”
Following the Mayor’s heartfelt words, Cllr John Fitzgerald and former Mayor Cllr Richie Molloy took the floor, echoing the sentiments of pride and admiration. Both councillors stressed that the Mayoral reception was the highest honour the council could bestow and that Aidan’s achievements, and those of his teammates, were more than deserving of such recognition. They wished Aidan continued success in his sporting journey.
Team manager Paddy Cullen was next to speak. He expressed
his gratitude to the Mayor and the council for the recognition, adding, “People outside of darts probably don’t realise how big the sport has become in Ireland. There are so many young people getting involved, and it’s incredible to see the talent coming through. Aidan and Callum are perfect examples of what we can achieve with the right support and dedication.”
One of the evening’s most emotional moments came when Aidan’s father, Gerry O’Hara, took to the podium. Speaking on behalf of his family, Gerry expressed deep gratitude for the evening’s honour and praised the local community for the support they had shown Aidan over the years. “Aidan’s interest in darts started at a very young age,” he recalled, “and he spent a lot of time travelling to events with me. From the early days with the Tipperary Youths Darts Team to now captaining Ireland to European glory, it’s been an incredible journey.”
Gerry took the opportunity to thank several key figures who had been instrumental in Aidan’s development, including Mick Smith, Johnny Allen, Fran Sheehan, Paddy O’Donoghue, Davy Fitzgerald, Joe O Donoghue, and Christine Byrne, who helped run a Tuesday night darts club that gave Aidan valuable practice time. “Darts is an expensive sport, with a lot of travel involved,” Gerry added.
“Without the help of fundraising,
raffles, and donations, it would have been impossible for us to get to these events. We’re so grateful to everyone who has supported us.”
Finally, the man of the moment, Aidan O’Hara, stood to address the audience. Clearly moved by the occasion, Aidan began by thanking the Mayor and the council for the honour, saying, “It’s a massive privilege to be here tonight. I’m absolutely blown away by the reception I’ve received.” He went on to thank his family, friends, and everyone who had supported him on his journey.
“Without you, I wouldn’t have been able to pursue my passion for darts. You’ve all played a huge role in helping me get to where I am today.”
Aidan gave special thanks to his manager, Paddy Cullen, and the Irish National Darts Organisation (INDO) for their support, as well as to his teammate, Callum Cole, who hit the crucial double that secured the European title.
He concluded by expressing his gratitude to everyone who had fundraised and organised raffles, noting how their efforts had made it possible for him to compete at the highest levels.
The evening concluded with Mayor Murphy presenting Aidan with a certificate in recognition of his Mayoral reception, a moment that marked the culmination of a night filled with pride, gratitude,
and celebration.
Clonmel Darts Team Seeks Sponsorship to Continue Their Success.
As the evening’s festivities wound down, attention turned to the future of the Clonmel darts team. With such a strong foundation and undeniable talent, the team is eager to build on their success. However, the costs of competing on the national and European stage are significant, and the team is now seeking sponsorship to help alleviate the financial burden. Sponsoring the Clonmel darts team presents a unique opportunity for local businesses to gain exposure while supporting local talent. These young athletes, already wearing the Irish jersey with pride, have achieved so much in a short space of time. A sponsorship deal would not only benefit the players but also offer companies a chance to align with a sport that’s rapidly growing in popularity.
If you or your business is interested in sponsoring the Clonmel darts team, please contact Gerry O’Hara or Paddy O’Donoghue on 086 101 0066. With the right support, these athletes can continue to make Clonmel and Ireland proud on the world stage. In the heart of Clonmel, a new generation of champions is rising, and with the backing of their community, their future looks brighter than ever. Report by Clonmel Stories.
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Our next lecture will be held next Monday 16th September at 8.15 pm in the Main Guard.
Tara Clarke, Archaeologist, will speak on: Knockroe Passage Tomb, in a presentation drawing on recent research: “Antler & Bone pins of Knockroe Passage Tomb”. Knockroe is located near the historic Ahenny High Crosses about 10km north of Carrick-onSuir in the Linguan Valley.
All lectures in the Main Guard. Admission: Members €5.00; non-members €7.00.
Membership 2024: Renewals and new memberships €10.00. Card payments are now accepted. Contact: Donal Ryan, Hon. President, Melview. John Hackett, Hon. Sec. (087 2939644 / chas19.sec@gmail.com) Michael Madigan, Hon. Assistant Treasurer.
A fantastic night was had by all our new and returning members on Wednesday night Sept 4th last. We’re only a week back it’s never to late to join us ladies and gentlemen all are welcome to come along for a fun filled night of singing laughter and making
new friends. Lots coming up for CCC this year, keep a watch out weekly for updates. So come along and join us on our singing journey in Cti College Wednesday Nights 730pm under the wonderful guidance of Kate Twohig our musical director.
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Kilcash village is celebrating the installation of its very own lifesaving Automated External Defibrillator (AED), now located on the exterior of the community centre. The arrival of this critical piece of equipment has been made possible through the tireless efforts of local resident Pauline Harvey, whose determination to bring this vital resource to the village has culminated in its recent installation.
Pauline worked relentlessly to ensure Kilcash would have access to a defibrillator, seeking donations and support from various sources. One of the most significant contributions came from Anne Williams of MSD Ballydine, who, according to Pauline, played a pivotal role in securing the necessary funding. “Ann was a huge help,” Pauline said, “Her support and encouragement made the dream of having a defibrillator in Kilcash a reality.”
Speaking about the importance of the defibrillator, Pauline highlighted the profound impact it could have in a medical emergency. “It’s been said, ‘it takes a village to save a life,’ and that’s exactly what we’ve done here. On average, about 50 people in Ireland suffer sudden cardiac arrest every week, and only 1 in 10 survive. Having an AED readily available could make the difference between life and death for someone in our community.”
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike without warning, and immediate access to a defibrillator combined with CPR can greatly improve survival chances. The AED in Kilcash provides an essential resource for the village, ensuring that residents and visi-
David Keogh, also of MSD Ballydine, officially handed over the AED to the village, marking a significant achievement for the entire community. The device is now fully operational and available 24 hours a day, should an emergency occur.
tors alike have access to lifesaving equipment when every second counts.
Thanks to Pauline’s initiative, the defibrillator is positioned at the heart of the village on the community centre wall, where it is easily accessible to all. It’s a comforting reassurance for the people of Kilcash, knowing that in the event of a sudden cardiac emergency, they now have the tools to help save a life.
Pauline also emphasised the importance of ongoing education in CPR and AED use. “We’re fortunate to live in a village with such a wonderful sense of community spirit. Everyone has worked together to make Kilcash a safer, better place to live and work. While we all hope the defibrillator is never needed, it gives us peace of mind to know that it’s there, ready to help in an emergency. Through ongoing CPR and defibrillator training, we’re creating a village of lifesavers.”
The support from the wider community has been nothing short of extraordinary. Pauline expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed, especially the team at MSD Ballydine. “I cannot thank Anne, David, and everyone at MSD Ballydine enough for their generosity and support. Their contribution has ensured that Kilcash is prepared for emergencies, and for that, we’re all incredibly grateful.”
The addition of the defibrillator is a testament to what can be achieved when a community comes together. Kilcash can now proudly say that they are equipped to respond to cardiac emergencies, and it’s all thanks to the incredible efforts of Pauline Harvey and the outpouring of support from local individuals and businesses.
In the words of Pauline, “It takes a village to save a life, and in Kilcash, we’ve made that a reality.”
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On Sunday, August 25, Fethard Heritage Day Festival was held at Watergate, beside the Medieval Town Wall Park where an attendance in excess of 3,000 turned out to enjoy the entertainment which included the annual Fancy Dress Parade, a recital from Banna Chluain Meala, and a variety of over forty food and craft stalls, accompanied by free children’s shows and general family entertainment suitable for all ages. We had many new additions to our line-up this year which was much appreciated by the large crowd present.
We noticed an increase in participation from our local Ukrainian population – both in craft stalls, participation and attendance – which was very welcome. We also collaborated with our local Patrician Presentation Secondary School to hold a ‘Past
Pupils Open Day’ on Saturday, July 24, which encouraged many more people to visit Fethard and stay for the weekend to take in both events, meeting their old school friends.
The very popular Banna Chluain Meala, led the Fancy Dress Parade from the starting point – changed this year to the Cashel Road, opposite Fethard Ballroom, to alleviate traffic jams. The parade then made its way up along Main Street, and down Watergate to the Festival site by Fethard’s Medieval Town Wall, where they later gave a recital while the judging took place. The weather was also good with just one or two short light showers, which didn’t interfere with people’s enjoyment.
We maintained our promise of a great family fun day with an affordable and safe location,
free entertainment and local participation, emphasising our community ‘ownership’ of the festival. We strongly feel that this was very much appreciated and acknowledged by the large attendance. We also reaped the rewards of linking our event to the Heritage Council’s National Heritage Week, which attracted a large group of visitors to our Medieval Walled Town by the available walking tours provided over the weekend by the Fethard Historical Society.
Fethard & Killusty Community Council would like to acknowledge the support of Tipperary County Council, The Civil Defence Service, Garda Síochána, The Heritage Council, Coolmore Stud, Fethard Community Employment Scheme, Fethard Ballroom, Fethard Historical Society, Tim Robinson, and the
many other individuals, local businesses and organisations who helped in any way to make this year’s event possible. We sincerely thank the many craft and trade stands that attended this year’s event and local businesses who donated raffle prizes and sponsored individual children’s events and local councillors Michael Brennan, Mark Fitzgerald and Imelda Goldsboro.
We also acknowledge the wonderful members of Fethard Festival Committee who worked tirelessly and gathered on a weekly basis for the past few months to ensure plans were in place for another successful Heritage Day Festival this year.
We are most appreciative and look forward to working again with our present ‘Festival Committee’ and their infectious enthusiasm in 2025.
By Liam Browne
One of the most popular courses available through the Tipperary Education and Training Board in recent years, has been the “Pathways to Employment” training, which commences its next intake in two weeks’ time, and still has a small number of places to fill. The course is part of the Local Training Initiative programme, and overseen by two very industrious ladies, Betty Coughlan and Ann O Shaughnessy.
For years, attaining the Leaving Certificate was seen as the only real acceptable level of education for students, but in recent times, there’s been a realisation that students can also benefit as much from learning practical skills,
both workplaces based and in terms of personal development.
This is what the Pathways Program does, and instead of subjects like geography and chemistry, instead teaches the finer points of word processing, or marketing and sales, as well as the even more important “soft skills” of team work and communication. There are also a wide variety of students who embark on this kind of training, from teens who have decided the usual academic path is not to their liking, to mature students who are looking to learn skills or upskill. All of this gets done in a small sized classroom environment, where students are encouraged to co-operate
together in both individual and group work, rather than just learn by rote.
The reviews from past students all attest to the wonderful work that Betty and Ann, along with the other dedicated tutors do, and in many cases students have gone straight from the course into employment, after completing outside work experience. If you are interested in finding out more about the Pathways to Employment training, or know someone who might be, then contact Betty or Ann @ 087-9048015, or Spafield Resource centre. It could be a phone call that could start a whole new pathway in your career and life.
BY LIAM BROWNE
The long tradition of Irish speaking in the historic town of Caiseal Mumhan will continue next week, when the “Comhrá Cois Tine” restarts after its Summer recess, back in the wonderful surroundings of the library in Bailey’s Hotel on Main Street. And once again the gealgóirí are hoping to see some new faces who might bring some new ideas and chat, to liven up the proceedings. There are no set structures to the nights when the group meets. If anything, those who attend are at pains to point out that it is as far from “school” as one might get, with everyone encouraged to use as much or as little of the language that they possess. Usually, the topics of the day are what end
up being chatted about, though like all good conversations, they try to steer clear of the two taboos of politics and religion.
Though not always, as both subjects are often encountered in a light hearted way. And that is what makes the group successful, that it makes the chat fun rather than a lesson. That said, all of the participants are more than happy to help out those who want to learn the language, or as is often the case, to help a speaker remember more of what they learned in the past, and thought they forgot. The conversation takes a life of its own and flows informally for the hour and a half or two while the group meets, but anyone wishing to stay on less or longer are more
than welcome to do so.
They meet on Monday nights, from 8pm, and usually finishing at 9:30pm, though if the chat is good, they people have often stayed on. They would really love to see some new members, so if you want a new social night out,
why not join with the enthusiastic group of Irish speakers, who will ensure that there will be a hearty Cead Míle Fáilte extended. If you need any more information, contact Sean on 086-0757243.
Remember, tús maith, leath na h-oibre
Rosegreen Community Development Committee are hosting their annual field day next Sunday, 15th of September, at Nijinsky Park in the village, and once again promises a great day of fun for families of all ages. There will be the usual Bouncy Castles, Hurling and Soccer challenges, and the chance to drop a local into the Dunk Tank, as well as all kinds of showground games. For the sporty inclined, the local GAA club has organised a large underage hurling blitz, where the skills of the future GAA stars will be on show. And for those who have turned one eye towards the winter, as always one of the most important events of the day, will be the Monster auction at 4pm, where trailer loads of the finest firewood will go under the hammer. The local community group use the proceeds of the day to pay for and upgrade facilities in the village, and have done huge work in recent years, which is a credit to all involved. A good attendance on the day, will help the committee continue this. The fun kicks off at 1pm, so get there early, and make sure you don’t miss out.
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As part of the Talk and Literature events, Dr Maurice Casey, who is the author of “Hotel Lux: an Irishwoman in Moscow”, will share the story of May O’Callaghan, the witty translator who lived in Room no. 5 in Hotel Lux
The 22nd Cashel Arts Festival, takes place in the town this weekend, and this year’s edition has the theme of “SPARKS”.
BY LIAM BROWNE
And there will be plenty to spark the imagination, get the creative juices flowing, and delight people, with a huge variety of events on offer. Many of these are free and the ones that are not, will as always be very reasonably priced to allow as many people as possible enjoy the artistic feast on show. International, national and local performances will feature on the streets and in venues around town.
One of the centre points of this year’s festival will be as always, the Bolton Lecture, and this time it will be given by Gary Younge, who is an award-winning author of six books. Gary is also a broadcaster and has made several radio and television documentaries.
On the Festival opening night in Brú Boru, Dr. Martin Worthington will introduce the World’s oldest Story, Gilgamesh. Long before writing was invented story-telling was both a form of entertainment and a way in which myths were handed down. This epic tale is told with a background of light and shadow populated with the figures from the tale, a blend of word image and music.
Curator, art historian and writer, Catherine Marshall will also launch the Visual Arts programme and this year’s exhibitions feature work by Cornelius Brown and Helen Comerford (1945-2024).
includes an interactive drop-in Drumming Workshop followed by the one-person show ’51 Removals’, featuring Binah who has moved 51 times across continents, seasons and times zones. Walk with her on her journey to the Rock Car Park. Then the Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Musicians will entertain the audience before some sparks fly with a brand new fire show ‘Mobius’ by Rogú.
A Professor of Sociology at Manchester University he is an erudite speaker on topics such as ‘Who Are We? And Should it Matter in the 21st Century’, and ‘Travels in the disunited States”, two of his books with titles that certainly make the reader think. The venue is St. John the Baptist Cathedral on John Street on Saturday 14th, at 7pm.
Cornelius Brown’s exhibition is ‘A Garden is a Stone’s Throw from the Sea’ (each garden painting has a sea painting companion). Helen Comerford’s is in two parts ‘Helen Comerford the Artist’ and ‘Helen Comerford, The Legacy’.
As part of the Talk and Literature events, Dr Maurice Casey, who is the author of “Hotel Lux: an Irishwoman in Moscow”, will share the story of May O’Callaghan, the witty translator who lived in Room no. 5 in Hotel Lux, in the Russian capital for four years in the 1920’s. From the Russian Revolution until the 2nd World war, radicals from all over the world spent time in this famous hotel, and she had many interesting and sometimes harrowing stories to tell, about a time in Russian history when the country was in almost constant upheaval. This takes place in the Chapter House in John Street on Saturday at 3pm.
Musical Event Highlights include Garron Noone, the hotly trending online musician and comedian spokesmodel, who stars in his own show in Brú Boru on Friday night, while Lisa Hand takes to the stage on Saturday night with her effervescent ensemble. She will also be supported by local band “Between Roads”. On Sunday during the day, the participants in the Choral Workshop will perform on the Rock of Cashel and that night, The Castle String Quartet will transport the audience into the world of the Netflix period drama Bridgerton in the suitably candlelit-setting of St. John the Baptist Cathedral, John Street, starting at 8pm.
Earlier on Friday evening, on the Plaza, Street entertainment
“Cashel: Our Playground” is a continuation from the successful Memoir Project in 2023. More stories of life in Cashel with a particular emphasis on play, are recorded by Eoin Glesson. Stories such as Cowboys and Indians around the Rock, the games of skittles and many others are included. This year, Mark Fitzell, the author of several books of Faces and Places in the town, will add a visual element with a display and a moving record of playtime on Cashel’s Streets. This is all coordinated by Rebecca Lenehan, writer and researcher and takes place in the old Xtra Vision shop on Friar Street. This is part of the committee’s recognition of the importance of outreach within the community to actively involve them in the arts.
Workshops are also a feature of the festival, from Little Music Makers with Patrice Davern, (0- to 4-year-olds), Kreative Kingdom (6 – 12-year-olds), Drop-in Sculptural workshops to make a bird, dragonfly or butterfly in natural materials with Lynn Kirkham (8 years to adult), Forensic Science for Teenagers, Autumn Wreath-making with Róisín and Candle painting with
Lisa (for adults). Or why not try Family Zumba with Yuliya.
The very popular Craft Market with Entertainment takes place on the Plaza on Saturday and on Sunday, Food and Entertainment feature. This is a lovely opportunity to see and support local crafts people and be entertained by such groups as St. Patrick’s Brass Band, Southside Moves, Burgess School of Dance, Dr. Hurley Pipe Band, The Music Department of Cashel Community School, James Murphy, guitarist and singer from Boherlahan and singer/songwriter, Mary Nugent.
The voluntary festival committee feel the few small sparks of inspiration and hard work offer
a great variety of events for this year’s festival. However, this can only happen by the support of our Co. Council and their Arts Office, Failte Ireland, Creative Ireland Programme, Cian O’Carroll Solicitors, Amneal and all of our very generous sponsors for their belief in, and support of our endeavours. We thank them most sincerely and welcome you, our audience, to Cashel Arts Festival 2024 Sparks! For information and booking, see www.cashelartsfest. com or pick up one of the handbooks on the Festival that are in many businesses all around the town. The Festival has something for everyone and as always is not to be missed.
DRAW THE JOKER - There was no winner of the Jackpot of €9,200. Other winners received €100 to Elaine Egan, €50 to Gerry Moloney, €50 to Patsy Lonergan, €30 to Gavin McCarthy and €20 to Lucy Caplice. The next draw is in The Hill Bar on this Sunday September 15, 2024. Jackpot will be €9,400. Support always appreciated.
RESULT - Junior B South Hurling Championship Semi Final- Cahir travelled to Munroe last Sunday afternoon to play Clerihan in the South Semi Final. Although, Cahir were down 2 pts at half time, they gained their composure and well out scored the opposition in the second half. They are now through to the South Final against St Patrick’s. FULL TIME Cahir 2.16, Clerihan 1.10.
FIXTURES - In the Senior County Football Championship Cahir will play Kilsheelan/Kilcash in the County Qtr Final. The game is fixed for September 21 in Ardfinnan.
COUNTY DRAW - The monthly Clubs Draw for September takes place this Wednesday September 11. It’s still not too late to join & be in with a chance of winning the top prize of €20,000. Click the link to join on our FB page. Your County, Your Club, Your Draw.
JUVENILE NEWS - U9 FISERV Semple Stadium County Blitz - The U9s played in the Fiserv U9 hurling blitz on Saturday last, in Semple Stadium. They played two games in Dr. Morris Park before playing their final group game in Semple Stadium.
Tipperary Senior hurler Conor Bowe gave the boys a tour of the changing rooms before the boys were announced out on the field! They were treated to a very special and memorable day at the U9 FISERV Semple Stadium county blitz. Big thanks to all the Parents for bringing the boys.
UNDER 15 - The Under 15s travelled to Ballyporeen on Thursday last to play Skeheenarinky in the South Hurling Championship Qtr Final. Cahir came away with a good win. Well done boys & best of luck in the semi final.
FIXTURES
On Sunday September 15 in the U15B South Championship Semi Final is Cahir v KMDG in Goatenbridge at 2.30pm. Results printed next week.
The Group is starting to wind down for the autumn but the begonias and rest of the summer planting is still doing well. The visitor numbers are still doing very well in the town and we look forward to a bumper crowd around town for the 10 Annual Cahir Tradfest taking place this weekend. We will have people on the ground on litter patrol to make sure the visitors leave with a lasting impression of the town.
We would like to thank the Cahir Farmers Market for their generous donation to the group. The market makes an annual contribution towards the planting in the town and we are very grateful to them. Weed control and the cutting back of wildflower and briars along the Swiss Walk and in the Inch Field are on the cards this week and also some preparation works to get areas ready for tree planting in the autumn.
We have received news that we have been successful for a ‘Trees of the Land’ contribution that is given to plant native Irish hedgerows in areas of the town where required and which we are delighted with. Thanks also to the many Ukraine residents that have joined the group recently and can be seen out and about litter picking and weeding along with our group and on their own steam.
We meet again as normal on Wednesday at 7pm and during the week as needs be.
By Maria Taylor
All roads lead to Cahir for Tradfest this weekend
From this Friday September 13 to Sunday September 15 Cahir Comhaltas will celebrate the 10 Anniversary of Cahir Tradfest. Join them and special guests for a weekend filled with incredible traditional Irish music, workshops and lots of fun. The popular event will see a huge crowd of musicians, families, tutors and traditional Irish music fans come to Cahir to take part or enjoy the event. And it all kicks off on Friday 13 with an Official Launch in the historic Cahir Castle at 7pm. From then on we will be treated to a variety of musical performances set in various premises as well as on street sessions with a festival of music promised all weekend.
Saturday September 14 sees the workshops taking place from 10am - 1pm at Bunscoil na Cathrach (Cahir E21K304). Cahir Comhaltas are delighted to have singer & fiddle player Deirdre Scanlon, singer & fiddle player Therese McInerney, The Blackwater Ceili Band made up of flute, fiddle, tin whistle, button box and piano players, Banjo Player Ciaran Slattery, Concertina player Clara Mannion and Flute and tin whistle player Ann Marie Slater on site on the day. Cahir Comhaltas is honoured to have such a line up of wonderful people for the Cahir Trad Fest weekend. Some spaces are still available for workshops at this time, so book now to avoid disappointment. Message page or call Mary on 086 0624217 with any questions.
The street sessions can see groups of musicians cropping up anywhere around the town and sometimes joined by special guests so you won’t have to walk far to enjoy a performance.
SHOWSTOPPER OF THE WEEKEND
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There was no winner of the Community Lotto Draw that took place last week on Wednesday September 4, 2024. The Draw was witnessed by Marie Casey.
The numbers drawn were 5, 14, 22 & 28. The lucky Dip winners each winning €25 were John Duggan, Avondale Court, Cahir, John Keating, Bengurragh, Cahir, Charlie Boland, Kennedys, Cahir and Pa Joe Scanlon, Cahir Day Care Centre, Cahir. Congratulations to all.
The next Lotto Draw will take place on today Wednesday, September 11, 2024 in the Social Welfare Office at 12 noon with results next week. The Jackpot is €1,300 and tickets are available in the Enterprise Centre and in local shops too. We wish everyone the best of luck in the next draw.
Thank you to the group from Siolta Nua Brothers of Charity Services Ireland who took up the role of opening the playground throughout the summer and finished up last week. The Playground Committee were delighted to welcome back Mr. Berry and his TY group from Coláiste Dún Iascaigh once
epic concert at St. Mary’s Church with the renowned Blackwater Céilí Band. Get ready for a magical night on Saturday, September 14 at St. Mary’s Church for a special concert with the Blackwater Céilí Band as part of the Tenth Cahir Trad Fest. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Limited tickets available, so grab yours now on Eventbrite (Cahir Tradfest Eventbrite) Sunday wraps up the weekend with an af-
again for opening duties starting last week and the opening time is now 9am. Closing times are 6pm for September and 5pm in October. Opening and closing times are subject to change due to weather, maintenance etc. They are always looking for volunteers; can anybody interested in volunteering for opening or closing the playground please contact the committee via social media. Thank you to all the helpers and volunteers who give their time opening and closing the playground throughout the year, it cannot operate without your help.
Please note that the Parish Office will be closed on Friday September 13, 2024.
A quick reminder that registration for The 2 Johnnies Mini Marathon in association with Cahir Meet & Train is closing on Wednesday September 18 and booking can be done on www.its yourrace.com This year’s proceeds go towards Cuan Soar Women’s Refuge who opened an outreach in Cahir last year. Runners and walkers are welcome and the usual fancy dress for any men
ternoon Trad Trail and a farewell session at the Hill Inn. Let’s make this Tenth anniversary unforgettable! For more information call Mary on 086 062 4217.
We encourage everyone to buy the concert tickets online this year as there will be limited tickets available on the door. Book your tickets now. The dates are now here so join Cahir Comhaltas for a weekend of traditional Irish celebrations.
who want to add a bit of craic to the occasion is always an option!
The event is supported by Tipperary Sports Partnership and many local sponsors of the categories. Our DJ this year is a supporter of The 2 Johnnies who will come down from the north for the event and to cap off the evening, everyone is welcome to party the night away in Cahir House Hotel with the ‘Loose Cannons’ performing from 8.30pm onwards. There is no cover charge but you must be in the mood for partying and dancing.
This is a great cause supported by The 2 Johnnies who have sold out the 3 Arena again for this Christmas and it’s a chance to show your support to a local organisation. Remember, www.it’syourrace.com before September 18 for registrations and maybe you can get a group of friends together for a great evening out.
Our next service at St. Paul’s is next Sunday, September 15 at 11am. This United service of Holy Communion will be taken by The Revd Jenny Crowley. All are welcome. A Forward date for the diary is the Annual Thanksgiving for Harvest which is on Sunday October 6 at 7pm.
Cahir Park Juniors - the Junior A Team had their third league game of the season at home to St. Michaels last Sunday, September 8. Always a tough game, it was no different last Sunday with St. Michaels on form from kick off. Cahir Park stood their ground, but no scores were made resulting in Michaels taking all the points on the day.
Cahir Park Bs - Cahir Park
Bs were at home v Donohill last Sunday. The team were denied a win and the match resulted in a 1,1 draw.
Cahir Park Youths- Our Youth As started their campaign at home to a well organised and determined Peake Villa team last Saturday. Cahir came out on top with a 5-3 result at full time. Goals were from Leigh Murphy x 2, Callum Butler x 2 and 1 to Rowan Barrett. Great job lads! Well done to Team and Management.
Cahir Park Youth Bs - our Youth B team were away against Galbally last Saturday and came away winners with a 3, 1 score at full time. Great result lads! Well done to Team and Management Cahir Park U14B Boys - Our U14Bs were away to Peake Villa last Saturday morning. Always a
difficult fixture away from home, that day was no different. An extremely competitive match, our lads started the stronger. Good movement, both on and off the ball led to a good ball being played through for Jack Noonan on 20 mins. Jack was brought down in the box and the resulting penalty was slotted home by James Grant. Sadly our lead was to be short lived, with Peake equalising 5 minutes later with a fine strike, leaving it 1-1 at half time. However, the second half was all Cahir. Lads were on top from the kick off. Our second goal was scored again by James Grant, a great finish. Game finished up 2-1 to Cahir. Referees Man of the match was James Grant. A special mention also goes to David Ahern, Ernest Zabek and Darius Campean who were excellent throughout. Big thanks also to Cathan Fitzgerald, stepping in at the last minute to play in goal today. All in all, it was an excellent performance by the boys on the day. Well done to Team and Coaches.
Cahir Park U10 Girls - Our U10 girls welcomed Shanbally to Cahir Park for last week’s fixture. There was great fun on the pitch and lots of smiles as the skills
from both teams were lovely to see. Well done everyone and keep up the great work.
Cahir Park U8 Girls - This great bunch of girls played three games in a blitz with Clonmel Town last weekend. They put in a great effort and played really well. Well done girls, keep up the hard work.
Gregg Cup 2024 -On what turned out to be one of the warmest evenings recently Cahir Park Afc was delighted to host the annual Gregg Cup competition last Friday September 6. The Gregg Cup is sponsored by Frank Gregg who started this completion to commemorate his late father winning a Street League in 1927. Over 50 boys and girls, their siblings, parents and other family members turned up on the evening. The children were sorted into teams named Manchester City, Inter Miami, Borussia Dortmund, Real Madrid, Al Nassr FC, Manchester United and Bayern Munich. A great competition followed and the players gave their all on the pitch in hopes of winning the much coveted Gregg Cup.
Both Finals came down to nail biting penalty shoot outs and Real Madrid ended up winners of the
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Gregg Cup with Al Nassr winning The Shield. Cahir Park was honoured to have the Gregg Cup Sponsor Frank Gregg on site on the evening and Frank presented all players with commemorative medals and the winners with the Cup and Shield too accompanied by Cahir Park Chairman Keith Edwards. Thanks to our amazing Coaches Tomasz Cyruliak and Linda Sullivan along with the several assistant coaches who ran the competition so smoothly and made it fun for the players. Thanks also to all the children and their families who came along on the day and made it another fantastic Gregg Cup competition. A great time was had by all!
Cahir Park 50/50 Draw-
The 50/50 Draw took place last Wednesday September 4, 2024 at 8pm live on Facebook. The winner was Erin Ryan. Well done Erin. Ticket sold by Noel Gray. Thank you to all our ticket sellers, all our sponsors and everyone who buys tickets; we truly appreciate your support of our Club. We remind everyone that there is a cash winner every week. Tickets can be purchased from Committee, online, through local businesses or through our Cahir Park AFC App under the fundraising header.
BY EDDIE READE
For over ten years now, poetry plus has taken place in the splendid surrounds of The Brewery Lane Theatre in Carrick. The evenings are run by the highly talented local author, Margaret O Brien. Poetry Plus is an open mic event that allows lovers of the format to recite some of their own favourite pieces by other poets, a short piece of prose or indeed to offer the room some
of their own personal writings. The attendees come from all around the hinterland of Carrick and Margaret stresses that new bodies are always welcomed and encouraged. If you wish to brighten up the encroaching darkening evenings, with some light refreshments, a chat and a bit of poetry or prose then please take note of the dates below. The evenings start at 8 p.m. and there is the small cost
of €5 to attend, just to cover the costs of the building and the refreshments.
Friday October 4th.
Friday November 1st. Friday December 13th.
Margaret is a former lecturer in English and creative writing in W.I.T. ( now SETU). She is an accomplished and talented published author, with works published across many platforms by companies such as Arlen House, Beir Bua, Hinterland and
many others. Since the opening of the Artisan Hub, a stone’s throw away from the town’s Tudor Manor, Margaret has worked on several successful and inspiring pieces with Linda Fahey and a host of other talented artists. Being one of the lucky ones to be on Margaret’s email list, I have gotten a sense of the brilliance of the lady. One need only seek out and read “Weather Report, a 90 day journal for reflection and well-being” to understand the depths of her talent. The book is available online or from independent bookstores and of course in the Tudor Artisan Hub.
In 1874, the Reverend Dr Fitzgerald, parish priest of Carrickon-Suir invited the Sisters of Mercy in Wexford to establish a foundation in the town. Four sisters duly arrived and set up at New Street. Meanwhile a building known as the Red House, which had once been the town house of the Wall family of Coolnamuck was prepared as the convent. The late Maurice O Donnell had donated this property. When the sisters moved to Main Street, they were pioneers in providing second level education in the town for girls. In 1885, St Joseph’s National School began in Mill Street before moving in 1887 to Greystone St. At that time, many families in the town lived in dire poverty, so breakfast and midday meals were provided for the children as well as footwear and clothing in many cases. In addition, sisters visited homes, nursing the sick and dying.
In 1878, at the request of the Poor Law Guardians, the sisters took over responsibility for the hospital attached to the workhouse. This building was located on the site of Treacy Park until it was destroyed by fire in 1922. From 1886, the sisters also ran the Workhouse school for girls under 14. One of the works dear to the foundress of the Mercy sisters, Catherine McAuley was the House of Mercy. This was an institution to train girls to prepare them for skilled employment and homemaking duties. In 1890, the Carrick-on-Suir House of Mercy was set up at Deerpark on the Clonmel road. In 1894, the father of one of the sisters donated premises on Greystone Street. This had been in use as a
creamery and store. The sisters purchased handlooms and knitting machines which also provided employment to young women. A public laundry was also established known as the Spring Park laundry which continued in operation until the outbreak of World War II. In the early 20th century, the House of Mercy had ceased to exist and it was replaced by Saint Joseph’s Technical College (established under Department of Education)
Later this school became known as St Joseph’s Residential College of Domestic Science where young women from all over Ireland came here to train in preparation for entrance to domestic science colleges in Sion Hill and Cathal Brugha Street. It was also seen as training for wives of farmers! St Joseph’s closed in 1991, and the building was recently demolished to provide the site of the new Gael Scoil. Foundations were established from the Mercy order in Carrick on Suir until the 1960s.. These included Gore in New Zealand, Mansfield in Victoria, Australia and later foundations in El Cerrito and Los Altos CA. Meanwhile, on Main Street, the second level school, Scoil Mhuire and a junior school, St Anne’s, continued to flourish and eventually a boarding school was also established. In 1925, Scoil Mhuire was awarded the prestigious Government shield for Oral Irish. The number of pupils increased, with enrolment at the boarding school at one point exceeding 120 students, leading to the addition of more buildings, dormitories, and classrooms in the 1940s and
1950s.
Following the introduction of free secondary education in 1967, a decision was made to build a new secondary school on a greenfield site at Greenhill. Greenhill included a house and farm that had been donated many years earlier by a parent of a member of the community. It was also decided to merge with the Presentation Sisters, with secondary education being managed by the Sisters of Mercy at Scoil Mhuire in Greenhill, and primary education being taken over by the Presentation Sisters at Greenside.
Saint Annes Junior School amalgamated with Saint Josephs National School on Greystone St in the late 1960s. In 1974, Scoil Mhuire opened at Greenhill and the boarding school was phased out in the following years. In 1974, the principal was Sr Benedict Andrews and Ms Helen O Mahony was vice principal with 590 students enrolled.
In 1991, Scoil Mhuire’s first lay principal, Mr Fergus Dunne was appointed. In 1992 the Main Street convent closed its doors, and the community moved to a new convent at Greenhill.
Another new chapter in the history of the school saw the transfer of trusteeship to CEIST. Scoil Mhuire continues to develop with a reputation for high academic standards, sporting success and a welcoming and pastoral approach for all of students.
In this 150 th celebration year, 486 students are enrolled with Ms Mary O Keeffe as principal, assisted by Ms Michelle Sullivan, deputy principal. Programmes on offer in the school include the Junior Cycle, Transition year programme, traditional
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme and Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme.
2024 marks 50 years of Scoil Mhuire in its current location, and also 150 years of Mercy Education in Carrick on Suir
To mark these significant occasions, Scoil Mhuire invite all past pupils, parents, former staff members and the local community to join us on Saturday 28th September for : - A liturgy celebration in St. Nicholas’ Church - 2pm -‘A trip down memory lane’ in the school - 3.30 -6pm
As we do not hold any database of past pupils we are not able to issue individual invitations, therefore please notify any past pupils or former staff members of Scoil Mhuire that you know, and ask them to alert their classmates and former colleagues – all are welcome!
Please follow our social media platforms for more information and we would appreciate if you could RSVP by 17th September to celebration@ scoilmhuirecos.ie We look forward to welcoming you all at the end of September to mark these anniversaries and celebrate the legacy of Scoil Mhuire.
On Monday night last, the all-conquering under 14 side from last year stepped up to under 15 A for their first league game. This was always going to be a tricky start for the boys against a well drilled Villa side and missing some of their regular starting squad members but the home side in Cul Na Muc showed no nerves and played a great passing game when going forward with both wingers striding forward with purpose and determination. The back four stood their ground heroically when under pressure and saw off any and every thing that Villa could throw at them. As half time neared Carrick were piling on the pressure and had pushed forward for a free kick when Villa broke on a smart counter attack. The Carrick defence was caught in a one on one situation and a mistimed
tackle on the onrushing Villa attacker saw the Carrick defender pick up a straight red. Carrick regrouped and reset, seeing out the first half scoreless. The second half stayed even for almost twenty five minutes but the relentless pressure from Villa saw the ten men finally crack and in the space of fifteen minutes they conceded three times. The goals in fairness were all top class finishes and not much could be done by the tiring home side to prevent them. It was a hard game for the team to kick off their league campaign, but one where they showed that the step up from B to A league is one that they are more than capable of taking and there were plenty of positives for managers Anthony O Donnell and Ian Clery to take away from the evening.
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Tipperary town-based artist Neil O’Dwyer completed his Shane MacGowan mural in Nenagh earlier this week and reactions to the finished piece have been nothing short of spectacular both locally and abroad.
Neil posted to social media upon completion of the project saying:
“Just completed one of the most enjoyable projects that I’ve had the honour of ever being part of.
“This mural tribute to master songsmith Shane MacGowan in his home town of Nenagh, was commissioned by Tipperary County Council.
“When designing the mural I wanted to portray a mature Shane as the performer, in a way that has each observer guessing as to what he might be thinking.
“The Celtic Shield designs represents protection and love, and the red rose represents the ‘Red Roses For Me’ album, and the fact that Shane loved roses. The scarf includes references to ‘Fairytale of New York’ with Kirsty MacColl, the Pogues, the
Pogue Mahone logo, Shane and Victoria, his parents Maurice and Therese, with his sister Siobhan, and his maternal relatives, the Lynches.
“The dark and vivid colouring is a nod to the Celtic Punk background that was Shane’s.
“Also, many thanks to Siobhan, Rosemary, Melanie and Odhran for their contributions to this project.”
The reactions to the finished piece have been stellar in their praise.
One social media user wrote “Well done, your work is amazing, you captured everything!
Such a lovely tribute to Shane and his family and all of us who loved him.”
Another said “Really incredible work Neil, so proud to have this masterpiece in our town.”
Shane MacGowan’s sister, Siobhan, wrote to Neil: “Truly beautiful, Can’t thank you enough for this stunning tribute”
The finished piece can now be seen on the gable end of a prominent building at Emmet Place just off Mitchell Street in Nenagh.
By Rob Downs
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In loving memory of a wonderful son, brother and father, Aaron Ryan whose 9th anniversary occurs on September 10th.
Of all the special gifts in life
However great or small
To have had you as my Son
Was the greatest gift of all A special time A special face
In loving memory of our grandson
Aaron Ryan, whose 9th anniversary occurs on September 10th.
Please forgive a falling tear, a silent wish that you were here
Others have lost like this we know but you were ours and we loved you so
Forever missed and loved by Nanny Pa & Grandad Murt and all the Hennessy family
that was full of happiness is now an empty place.
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Esther (Essie) O’Donnell
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.
Sadly missed by Tony and family.
Just a prayer from the family who loved you. Just a memory fond and true. In our hearts you will live forever. Because we thought the world of you.
We who love you, sadly miss you As it dawns another year In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are ever near.
Sadly missed by Paddy and family.
Even though you are not with us Your presence is still strong Because in your heart we’ll always find The love for which we long.
Sadly missed by Tony and family. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.
Sadly missed by your loving daughter Marie, Edmund, grandsons Aaron and Andrew, their partners and grandchildren
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Celtic Brothers in Concert
Following a brilliant concert in the Cathedral of the Assumption two years ago, the very popular Celtic Brothers are making a return trip and are set to light up the aisles with their unique take on many contemporary classics.
Come along and enjoy an evening of great music with the Celtic Brothers starring The Willoughby’s in the Cathedral – Friday, Centre (0504 22229), Bookworm (0504 22257) and Holycross Abbey Shop (0504 43124). Book early to avoid disappointment. September 27th, 2024. All proceeds to Cathedral Reroofing Project. Tickets now on sale in Thurles Parish.
Confessions
Please note there will be no confessions in the Cathedral next Saturday September 14th as the Solemn Novena continues in Holycross Abbey. Beginners Bridge Lessons Lessons will be commencing on Wednesday September 18th at 7.30 p.m. in the Order of Malta Rooms, Boheravoroon. Phone: 086 1658298 for more details.
Commissioning of Lay Pastoral Ministers
A special commissioning ceremony for the Lay Pastoral Ministers who have completed their course in Lay Pastoral Ministry and Leadership at Mary Immaculate College, Thurles, will take place in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Thurles at the 7p.m. on Saturday evening, September 14th.
Twenty-two people from parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Cashel and Emly have completed this course. They are to be congratulated and wish God’s blessing on them in their future ministry.
Parish Mass Time Schedule
Following the reconfiguration of the clergy in the Archdiocese and the departure of Rev Gr Joe Walsh to the parish of Annacarty and Donohill please see the revised Mass times for Thurles parish.
WEEKDAYS:
Cathedral: 11.00 a.m. Mass
Monday – Friday. No 7.00 p.m. Weekday Evening Masses in the Cathedral.
Bóthar na Naomh Church:
Evening Mass as usual on Tuesday and Thursdays at 7.00 p.m. Saturday morning Mass in Bóthar na Naomh will now be at the new time of 11.00 a.m. instead of 10.00 a.m.
WEEKEND:
Cathedral: Saturday evenings at 7pm; Sunday at 11.00 a.m.
Bóthar na Naomh: Sundays: 9.30 a.m. (replacing 9.00 a.m. Cathedral Mass & 10.00 a.m.
Bóthar na Naomh Mass); Sunday Evening Mass at 7.00 p.m.
Pallotine College Chapel: 10.00 a.m. daily including Sunday.
FUNERAL MASSES:
11.00 a.m. in both churches. If there is a Funeral Mass in Bóthar na Naomh Church – Cathedral 11am Mass will be transferred to Bóthar na Naomh Church - in other words, there will not be two 11.00 a.m. Masses on the day of a funeral from Monday to Saturday.
SUNDAY FUNERALS:
Bóthar na Naomh Church 9.30 a.m..; Cathedral 11.00 a.m.
BAPTISMS:
Cathedral Every Saturday, 5.30 p.m. Bóthar na Naomh: By arrangement with the Parish Office.
CATHEDRAL OPENING HOURS:
8.30 a.m. each morning remaining open until 7.00 p.m. daily (Open for 7.00 p.m. Vigil Mass on Saturdays).
BÓTHAR NA NAOMH
CHURCH OPENING
HOURS: 9.00.am each morning remaining open until 5.00 p.m. daily (Open for 7.00 p.m. mass Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays).
Thurles Parish Pastoral Team, thanks everyone for your understanding and apologise for the inconvenience caused due to these changes.
Newly Baptised Florence Martha Apple, Childers Park.
Sophia Éabha Ormond, Perth, Australia.
Recently Deceased Prayed for at all Masses in Thurles parish at the weekend were the following who have died: Eamon Lawlor, Leigh, Two-Mile-Borris.
Monsignor Patrick James (Jim) Costigan, Templemore, Diocese of Savannah and late of Clonakenny, Roscrea.
Rehearsals begin on Thursday for the up-coming Cabaret evening which will be staged in the Premier Hall on Friday November 8th. An open invitation is extended to all current, past or new members to come along and join the chorus for what is sure to be a very special occasion.
By the Cathedral Townie
The sub committee has selected some marvellous music for the cabaret including some favourites as well as a few new numbers thrown in for good measure. So, mark the date in your diary and get along to the rehearsals which will amount to one a week leading up to the night itself.
Trifol Resources has announced the creation of up to 400 new jobs in Lanespark, Ballynonty, over the coming years at the site of the former Bord na Mona briquette factory.
The plant already employs 15 people and this will double to 30 in 2025, the company has said this week, much to the delight of the local workforce.
Expansion plans are already in
place to add 12 more reactors to the plant which recycles waste plastic and this will increase the number of people employed to 70 by 2030 following projections. Some 45 people have already been involved in the build out of the plant over the last two years.
Commercial production commenced at the Lanespark plant last June and now agreements have been reached with Shell
Famed Thurles Sarsfields GAA club is delighted to have completed their second pitch at Toor, Killinan in recent months.
Following the development of the first pitch at the venue which is now being used extensively by all men and ladies teams in the club, Sarsfields embarked upon the development of the second pitch at Toor towards the end of the summer. Now, it’s down to nature to take its course and for the grass seeds to provide the sward upon which further games will be played next season.
The facilities have greatly enhanced the clubs infrastructure with The Outside Field getting great relief from all the use it had been subject-
ed to for so many years. That pitch remains a mainstay of the club activities with the Árus na Sáirsealaigh clubhouse adjacent to it, under the shadow of Semple Stadium. And, with camogie and ladies football teams now part and parcel of Thurles Sarsfields it was vital that additional grass space was secured and developed. The hard working committee made the decision a few years ago to purchase the site at Toor and after much fundraising the dream was realised, even though it will take great efforts to complete the venue in the coming years.
The club extends a big thanks to all volunteers and supporters for making this happen.
Chemicals Europe to purchase all of Trifol’s ‘Pyrolysis’ oil, and further agreements have been made with the German giant H&R (Hansen und Rosenthal) to purchase Trifol’s sustainable wax, which is also produced in the pyrolysis production.
Minister for Finance Jack Chambers said: “I am delighted that these jobs are being created in what was once a Bord Na Móna briquette factory.
These 75 new green tech jobs show that there is an economic benefit transitioning to a more sustainable economy. It also shows that we can achieve balanced regional development, something which I and my Government colleagues are deeply committed to.” News of the expansion has been warmly welcomed by public representatives and all in the locality.
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The Holycross Solemn Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help commenced on Sunday last with ceremonies at 7am, 10.30am, 12.30pm and 7.30pm. The congregations were joined by Fr. Eamonn McCarthy, Cloyne, Priest Director of Radio Maria who spoke on “Our Lady”. Sessions continued on Sunday at 7am, 10.30am, 12.30pm & 7.30pm. The regular weekday sessions are at 7:00am, 10:30am, 4:30pm and 7:30pm. You can access the Novena every day at 7.30pm on the following link https://www. churchservices.tv/holycrossab-
bey The Novena will also be available on Tipperary Mid West Radio on 104.8 fm or 106.7 fm at 7.30pm daily (except on Friday 13th September when the 4.30pm session and Saturday 14th when the 2pm Anointing of the Sick will be on radio and online)
A Penitential Service will be held on Friday 13th at 7.30pm and Anointing of the Sick on Saturday 14th at 2pm. Blessing of Infants will take place on Sunday 15th at 2.30pm. Petitions can be left into
Holycross Abbey at any stage, emailed to petitions@holycrossballycahill.com or submitted online at http://www.holycrossballycahill.com/.../novena-petitions/ Remembrance Slips are available in the Abbey so people can include their deceased loved ones to be remembered at each session. Pilgrims are encouraged to fill up the slips and drop them into the box which will be left near the Altar for the duration of the Novena.
For further information, please contact 0504-43124 or email hbparishoffice@gmail.com
As the new season begins, Thurles RFC members were delighted to meet up with the U13 and U14 boys squads in the clubhouse for a very special presentation.
This season, Thurles RFC will field a stand alone U13 Boys Team that will take part in blitz’s and friendlies over the next few months.
To mark this special occasion, some parents of the U13 players
clubbed together to purchase a brand new set of match jerseys. The club would like to extend a huge thank you to Brian Quigley, Michael Carroll and Pat Finnegan, who sponsored the jerseys for the U13s. The new jersey’s are a throwback to the original Thurles jersey and are a lovely reminder of the Thurles tops of years gone by.
Pictured at the presentation are Eamon Quigley, Harry Carroll
and Charlie Finnegan who were part of a very successful U12 team that travelled to Wales earlier this year for the North Wales Rugby Festival. These young men from Ballingarry are making great strides in their rugby careers in Thurles RFC.
Training continues every Tuesday and Thursday for the U13s and U14s, and new players are always welcome.
The Dúrlas Óg U13 hurling teams battled very hard in the mid finals at Holycross on Saturday morning, but had no luck with either game unfortunately.
The Group 4 team fell to hosts Holycross Ballycahill despite a very good first half showing, while the Division 3 team had to give best to Clonakenny in the second match on the clár for the day.
There was great support for the two teams and the boys played their hearts out. But, success was not to be their lot despite their gallant efforts. Nevertheless the management team and the club delighted in the spirit and sportsmanship shown by the lads who never gave up the chase and who did themselves proud.
Cllr Susan Meagher, chairperson Tipperary SR County Council presenting a set of jerseys on behalf of her late husband, Cllr Ned Meagher, to the Scoil Mhuire under 17 school team who will play Roscrea in the final of the Fitzgerald Shield. Photographed on March 7, 1994 are L to R: Brian Walton (Ballingarry); Sean Fox (Mullinahone); Joe Moran (coach); Cllr Susan Meagher, chairperson Tipperary SR County Council; Ronan Stanley (Gortnahoe); and Eddie Carey (Mullinahone).
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Susan Meagher, chairperson Tipperary SR Co. Council, presenting Sheila Meade, chairperson Carrick-on-Suir Tidy Towns committee, with the award for the most improved Tidy Town in South Tipperary. The award was presented at a special function held in the Heritage Centre, Carrick-on-Suir on February 28, 1994. L to R: Angela Dillon White (environmental officer); Billy Doyle (acting Co. Sec.); Cllr. Susan Meagher (chairperson Tipperary SR Co. Council); Cllr. John Holohan; Sheila Meade (chairperson Tidy Towns); Chris Bartley (secretary COSDA); Patsy O’Donnell (chairperson COSDA).
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BY MARTIN QUINN
The death has occurred of former Tipperary Town Councillor and former Mayor of Tipperary, Mary Swords. Mary passed away at Tipperary University Hospital on Thursday September 5th following an illness. She was pre deceased by her husband John. I had the great pleasure of being a very close friend of Mary, and over 30 years our lives have been intertwined through family occasions and community events. Mary held the role of Honorary Mayor of Tipperary before being elected to Tipperary Town Council in 2004. She was re-elected to Tipperary Town Council in 2009 and in that year was elected Mayor of Tipperary. She had the honour during that year of according a Civic Reception to the Republic of Ireland Team Soccer Manager, Giovanni Trapattoni, when he visited Tipperary Town in August 2009. Aside of her role as a Councillor, I think that Mary will be most remembered as a community activist. Her involvement as a presenter on Tipperary Mid West Community
Radio and her ‘Life and Times’ programme will be remembered by many as she interviewed people from many different disciplines and fields. She was also a well know stage performer locally and appeared in many different productions by Tipperary Musical Society and Tipperary Pantomime Society. Mary played an important role in the work of Tipperary Peace Convention and was part of the welcoming committee for the many recipients of the Tipperary International Peace Award. Her community involvement spread to many different organisations and projects and she served on the Famine Hostel Committee, and she took great pride in her involvement in the St. John’s Famine Graveyard Committee.
Many young people will recall her involvement with me in the Tops of the Youth Clubs Committee, where we enjoyed organising the Regional and National Tops Shows presented by youth clubs from across the country. Mary also gave great service as a member of the Board of the Canon Hayes Recreation Centre, and she was a wonderful ticket
seller for both the Sports Complex and the Community Radio. She also joined me in the Friends of Mount Sion Support Group and was a wonderful support in the organising of the Garden Fete and in the campaign to retain Mount Sion and the services that it provided in Tipperary Town. Another string to Mary’s bow was in TARA, the Tipperary Active Retired Association. She was majorly involved in the organising of various outings and events and also held the role of President of the Association. Mary Swords was just a wonderful person who gave of herself for the benefit of others. She was always available to the community to support events or to fundraise, and she was never found wanting when called upon to help an organisation or a person in need. She was also very involved in the Parish Lay Ministry Team and her faith meant a great deal to her. Mary also had a great fun side to her and this came to the fore when she took part in the TV series ‘First Dates’ in March 2021. Mary proved to be hugely popular with viewers and became a national celebrity. In looking
back over Mary’s life it is the importance of family and her contribution to community that stand out particularly. She assisted so many different organisations and groups throughout her life, and her loss to the community is immeasurable. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace. Mary will repose at Whelan’s Funeral Home, Bansha Road, Tipperary Town on Tuesday evening, September 10th, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7pm. Mass for Mary will take place in St. Michael’s Church, Tipperary Town on Wednesday 11th of September 2024 at 12 noon and burial afterwards in St. Michael’s Cemetery Tipperary Town. Deepest sympathy to her children Michelle, Seán and Jackie, her grandchildren Kayleigh, Shauna, Aaron, Chloe, Robyn, Cathal, Lauryn, Tomás and Gráinne, her great-grandchildren Aedlinn, Evan, Lucia and Devon, her sisters, sons-in-law Stephen and Pat, daughter-in-law Caroline, nephews, nieces, extended family and her close friends, Ann and the members of the ‘Tuesday Club’.
Newly elected Councillor announces his intention to contest the upcoming General Election
Cllr John O’Heney calls for more support for parents of children
BY MARTIN QUINN
Cllr John P O’Heney is making a Pre-Budget Submission to the Government in support of parents of children with additional needs. O’Heney, who has a background in teaching children with additional needs, feels that parents need more support and should not have to be consistently looking for resources to support their families.
“Many parents of children with additional needs are often left looking for resources and support systems, and this is putting unnecessary pressures on their families. Amongst several proposals submitted, Cllr O’Heney is looking for more respite
services for children throughout South Tipperary, an increase to the Carers Support Grant, and for Housing Adaptation Grants to be more readily accessible to those in most need. Waiting Lists exist for access to Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy and we have to do much more to eradicate these waiting times. The West Tipperary County Councillor’s submission in support of parents with additional needs is to be sent to the Department of Finance and also to the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth this week.
Independent Cashel-Tipperary based County Councillor John O’Heney, has announced that he will contest the upcoming General Election in the Tipperary South Constituency. In June of this year, Cllr. O’Heney successfully contested the Cashel-Tipperary Local Elections, topping the poll as a first-time Candidate in the area, with an unprecedented 2,534 first-preference votes. Since the Local Elections, O’Heney has wholeheartedly committed to his role as a County Councillor, with the same enthusiasm and energy that he had previously shown throughout his many years of Voluntary and Community Service. Speaking on his decision to run Cllr O’Heney said that after careful reflection, he had made the decision to contest the General Election in the Tipperary South Constituency. “I feel a strong sense of responsibility to the people of this Community and I feel I have a duty of care to the people of the Constituency to provide them with a Candidate that will deliver the highest level of representation possible. Although I have only been a sitting Councillor since June, this
decision has not been made lightly. It is not a matter of over-reaching, but rather of recognising that while I can accomplish a great deal for the community as a Councillor, I can achieve even more as a National representative. I am committed to ensuring that the voices of South Tipperary are heard at national level and I am committed to fighting for the interests of this Constituency, ensuring that our voice is heard loud and clear in the Dáil. The challenges we face, whether in rural development, local business, or social issues, demand effective and dedicated leadership. I am eager to take my experience, dedication, and passion for public service to national level, where he I believe that I can make a greater impact for the people of South Tipperary. With a proven track record of commitment to my community and a clear vision for the future, I am ready to represent the Constituency with integrity, energy, and a deep sense of responsibility. I look forward to engaging with voters in the coming months and working together to bring about meaningful, lasting change for the region” concluded O’Heney.
Cllr John O’Heney has announced the launch of the West Tipperary Youth Forum, as a means of getting more young people involved in our area. Making the announcement the West Tipperary Councillor says that it is hugely important that young people have their say in what happens in our area. “Young people need to feel that their voice is being heard and their ideas are listened to. Encouraging our youth to be involved in our area will give them a sense of social responsibility, foster volunteerism and allow them to have pride in West Tipperary and hopefully in time this will benefit all the areas that they come from and the backgrounds that they represent. I am launching the West Tipperary Youth Forum, as a pilot initiative. I am currently in the process of speaking to all Secondary Schools in the area with the aim of creating a committee of local Students from our Secondary Schools and College Students. As part of this programme I will meet with this Working Committee every few weeks during the School/College Term. The aims of the project are to allow students to bring their concerns and their ideas directly to me. Thereby students can have their Voices heard in a meaningful way. An opportunity
will be given to some interested Students to shadow me as part of their work placement. Our West Tipperary Youth Forum Committee will ultimately aim to draft and create a motion that can be passed at Council level, that they feel would be of real benefit to the local Community. If you know any students (TY or 5th Year) or college students, that would have an interest in this project, please make them aware of it and ask them to contact me via email at johnpoheneypc@gmail.com, and more details will follow soon” said the Councillor.
The €2000 Jackpot for Monday, September 2, was not won while the following took the runners-up prizes, €50 to Bridget Brennan Russelstown (first card turned), €25 each to Thomas Stokes Moanmore, Jack Dee c/o Willie Dee, Mary Ryan (C) Boherdota, David Ryan Sologhead.
The seller’s prize of €25 went to Willie Dee and the Jackpot for last Monday night, September 9, increased to €2100.
A message from the Monard Active Retirement Committee to say they will be starting back this Wednesday, September 11, in Monard Community Hall, with Active Retirement Group activities with Breda, commencing at 10.30 am. New members are always very welcome.
Also they have a chair Yoga with Breda starting Wednesday, September 18, in Monard Community Hall starting at 10.30 am. The fee here is €5 and all are very welcome to come along.
ST NICHOLAS FC
The winner of the clubs weekly 50/50 fundraiser Draw on last Wednesday night, September 4, was Eamonn Doherty Monard who collected €200 and the free Christmas Draw entry for €1000 went to Sologhead
man Thomas Kirby who lives in London.
In last Sunday’s TSDL Division 2 tie with Ballingarry Albion played at Bohertrime, goals by Jack Downey and Jason Sutton secured full points for St Nicholas’ following a 2-1 victory.
Next up for St. Nicholas’ is a Munster Junior Shield 1st round home tie with Ballymackey FC (B) from the North Tipp League this Sunday, September 15. Kick off in Bohertrime is 3pm.
GAA
Our Junior Hurlers clash with Cappawhite in the West Junior B Semi Final this Thursday evening, September 12, in Clonoulty and will be hoping to maintain their unbeaten run in their quest for a place in this year’s West Final.
Following last Sunday’s West Quarter Final clear cut victory over the Kickhams, Cappawhite will come well prepared and should prove formidable opponents.
Should an injury free Sologhead convert the last fifteen minutes of the Lattin Cullen game into a 60 minute game we have no doubt they are well capable of seeing off the Cappawhite challenge. Throw in is 7pm in Clonoulty.
GAELIC FOOTBALL
Huge congrats and well done to our u19A footballers and mentors on being crowned West champions last weekend
Well done to everyone involved HURLING
Best of luck to our U19 hurlers and mentors in the West final this week
GYM AND FITNESS
RejuvenateGolden gym is open 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm. Based in Golden Kilfeacle GAA complex.
All info on joining the gym or for classes etc please contact Adrian on 087 2257095 GAA CLUB LOTTO
The Golden/Kilfeacle GAA Club lotto jackpot now stands at €15,800. Tickets just €2 available locally and online at www.locallotto
WHISTLIN DONKEYS
Just 8 weeks to go to our big Sunday bank holiday music extravaganza in October Tickets just €22.50 available locally from Gala Golden and John O’Brien Obs Kilross On 087 8253139 .
WE REMEMBER THIS WEEK::
Friday September 13, in Killeen Church at 7.30 pm.
Michael Hayes Whitebarns; Mary Richardson (nee Hayes) London and Whitebarns - Mary’s First Anniversary Mass; Martin and Ansie Gleeson. Knockmeal.
Saturday September 14, in Templederry church at 7 pm.
Mary Collins Garryglass Templederry 1st Anniversary Mass.
The monthly Anniversary Mass will resume on the last Saturday of each month beginning on the last Saturday in September. A lighted candle, commemorating each person remembered at the Mass, will be already on the Altar and can be taken home after the Mass by a family member. Please contact Templederry Parish Office with the names you would like to have included.
The Parish Office is open each Wednesday and Thursday from 11 am. to 1 pm. People can book Masses, etc., and also get
DRANGAN-CLONEEN ACTIVE
RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
Following a meeting of the club a decision was made not to pursue the suggested 2 night trip to Whites Hotel in Wexford due to transport difficulties. If the members are still interested in a short trip away those at the meeting suggested looking into a 4 days / 3 nights trip to Clare, Galway & The Wild Atlantic Way in early October. If sufficient numbers are interested details will be available in the Parish Newsletter.
ST PATRICK’S GAA CLUB LOTTO
Results of GAA Lotto results Tuesday August 27 Numbers Drawn were: 3, 4, 16, and 28. No winner.
Two ‘match 3’ winners were Kathleen Ryan c/o Kiely’s garage & Suzie Pearson each receive €50 each. Congratulations.
information from the Parish records. Phone 0504/52988. 087/6564933
During these hours of email templederryparishoffice@gmail.com
KILLEEN SONG AND MUSIC NIGHT.
This Wednesday night September 11. We welcome back, after the Summer break, the Song and Music Night in Kennedys Pub, Killeen at 9 pm. All are welcome to what is always a great night’s entertainment and craic.
TEMPLEDERRY GAA LOTTO
Last week’s draw was held in Michael Hogan’s, Templederry and there was no winner of the Jackpot. This week’s draw will be in Kennedys Pub, Killeen and the Lotto Jackpot will be €9,800.
SENIOR HURLERS PLAY ROSCREA
Best of luck to our Senior Hurling Team this weekend as we play Roscrea in Nenagh on Sunday.
Best of luck also to our Under 13 team with Ballinahinch when they play the upcoming county semi final.
Second chance draw for €1,000, numbers drawn were 1,14,15,17, no winner.
Next jackpot will be €11,600 on September 24 so don’t forget to play online or in your local shops, pubs, garages and hairdressers and it could be you winning big!
It was a busy week for our Hurling teams last week with 4 teams in action.
Under 17 B Hurling South Semi Final
First up was our U17 Hurlers who took on Fethard in Mullinahone last Monday in the South Semi Final. It wasn’t to be on the day as we lost out by 4 points, 4-13 to 3-12.
Team on the night was: Jamie Holohan, Tom Lee, Cormac Duggan, Cathal Keane, Eoin Horan, Mike O’Dwyer, Donncha Foley, Sean Fitzgerald, Oran Gahan, Bobby Purcell, Nathan Gleeson, Eoin Morrissey, Dane Outram, Tom Ryan, Charlie Noonan, Tiernan O’Brien, Conor Danagher, Tom Butler,
Jack Gleeson, Daniel Holden, Aidan Morrissey, James Egan, Darragh Fitzgerald, Liam Richardson, Turlough Moroney.
Under 19 B Hurling South Final
Our U19 Hurlers were in South Final action last Wednesday. They were looking to make it 3 titles in a row but came up against a strong Kilsheelan team on the night and lost by 5 points. Team on the day was Conor Brett, Cathal Keane, Evan Holohan, Mike O’Dwyer, Cormac Duggan, Seán Nash, Sean Fitzgerald, Oran Gahan, Robbie Noonan, Finn Madigan, Willie Cleere, Danny Broderick, Daithi Hogan, Charlie Noonan, Tom Ryan, Eoin Morrissey, Nathan Gleeson, Tom Lee, Eoin Horan Bobby Purcell, Micheál O’Brien, Keelan Strappe, Dane Outram, Pat Moroney. See full report in sports section.
Our U19’s will play Clonmel Og in the Football Semi Final this Wednesday, September 11 in Duneske Cahir at 8.
JUNIOR B HURLING SOUTH SEMI FINAL
Our Junior B Hurlers were in Semi Final action last Saturday when they took on Moyle Rovers in Fethard. We won on a scoreline of 4-14 to 1-13 to set up a Final with Cahir.
Team on the day was: Patrick Moroney, Seán Ryan, Conor Gorey, Keith Morrissey, Frank Meagher, Colm Dunne, Brian O’Halloran, Shane Gorey, Jack Meagher, Jamie Brett, Mark Slattery, Ciarán Mockler, Conor Brett, Aaron Cronin, Gerry Horan, Nicky Kearney, Damien Barry, Cameron Moynihan, Jack Cleere, Jack Cuddihy, James Ryan.
They will play Cahir in the South Final this weekend.
Keep an eye on our social media pages for fixture details.
Our Junior A Hurlers took on Moyle Rovers in Kilsheelan last Sunday in the South Final. Unfortunately we didn’t perform like we know we can in the first half and as a result Moyle Rovers led by eight points at half time. Although we got it back to three points in the second half we just couldn’t get that goal we badly needed and Moyle Rovers won in the end on a scoreline of 1-22 to 0-18.
Team on the day was John Moroney, Conor Duggan, Pauric O’Brien, Evan Holohan, Eoin Ryan, Cathal Mahoney, Michael Boland, Ryan Crannitch, Cian Crannitch, Cathal Foley, Aidan Fitzgerald, Willie Cleere, Tony O’Brien, Richie Needham, Daithi Hogan, Jamie Broderick, Finn Madigan, Bill Cuddihy, Ciaran Mockler, Sean Ryan, Colm Dunne, Paddy Moroney, Brian O’Halloran, Conor Brett, Jamie Brett, Cameron Moynihan.
We will play Galtee Rovers in the County Quarter Final this Sunday in New Inn at 5:15.
UPCOMING GAA FIXTURES
South Under 19 B Football Semi Final on this Wednesday, September 11 in Duneske Cahir at 8.00 St. Patricks V Clonmel Óg
Junior B Hurling South Final on Saturday or Sunday, September 14/15, St Patrick’s v Cahir.
Junior A Hurling County Quarter Final on Sunday, September 15 in New Inn at 5.15 St. Patricks V Galtee Rovers
South Under 15 B Hurling Shield Semi Final on Saturday, September 28 at 10 am, St Patrick’s v Clerihan
South Under 13 Winter Hurling League Division 2 on Tuesday, September 17 in Anner Park Cloneen at 6 pm, St. Patrick’s V Cahir; on Tuesday, September 24 in Ballyporeen at 6.00 Skeheenarinky V St. Patrick’s .
Appearing this Thursday, September 12, at the Abymill Theatre are the amazing and thrilling ‘Three Tennessee Tenors’ – a night not to be missed. Doors open at 7pm with show starting at sharp at 8pm. Tickets €30 and further information available at ClonmelWorldMusic.com
This band of veteran musicians have played with The Statler Brothers, Brothers Of The Heart, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thun-
der, Tennessee Mafia Jug Band and Leroy Troy’s Tennessee Slickers. The Three Tennessee Tenors are a trio of lifelong friends who perform and write together in various ensembles and gatherings in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The group is headed by Country Music Superstar and CMA Hall of Fame Member Jimmy Fortune, with Mike Armistead (Tennessee Mafia Jug Band) and Mike Rogers (Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder).
The death has occurred on Friday, September 6, 2024, of Michael Kenny, Castlehiggins, Fethard, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his sisters Mary and Philly, brother Billy, brothers-in-law Tony and Peter and sister-in-law Margaret. Sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, daughters Karen and Annmarie, sons Paul and Declan, daughter-in-law Eleanor, beloved grandchildren Chelsea, Amy, Ruby, Rosie, Dean, Rebecca and Chloe and his great grandchildren, his brother Joe and sisters Kathleen, Rita, Bernadette and Carmel, brothers-in-law Billy, John and Danny and all of his nieces, nephews, cousins and all that know him. Requiem Mass took place in the Holy Trinity
Church,
Fethard & Killusty Emigrants
Newsletter celebrate their 65th year in operation this year. The first Newsletter (one page) was published in 1959 by the Legion of Mary and posted to emigrants throughout the world to help keep them in touch with life in Fethard parish.
Today, 65 years later, we have kept the tradition alive and in doing so, have captured the opinions and memories of many of our community, old and young, that will enhance generations to come, in particular the huge amount of emigrants that have now discovered their long lost Fethard roots with the help of family tress, internet searches and in particular, relatives with DNA connections to local families. Exciting times for those embracing new technology. Submissions invited for this year’s issue
Work has begun in compiling this year’s issue and club secretaries
and organisations have been notified of this year’s deadline for articles, which is Friday, October 11, 2024. This invitation also applies to any individual at home or abroad, who feels like sharing their memories or family photographs for publication in this year’s issue. We really appreciate the regular contributors and would love to have many more if possible. It is these articles that help make the Newsletter special
and unique. It doesn’t matter if the articles are short or long, you will have the support of the editorial committee to help and tidy up and loose ends if required. We encourage you to give it a try . . . you won’t be disappointed. Articles and photos (with captions) can be submitted by email to emigrantsnewsletter@gmail.com or by hand or post to Joe Kenny, Rocklow Road, Fethard, Co. Tipperary E91 XR26.
Date for your family diary –Join in at the Fethard Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday, December 1, 2024, for a magical day of festive fun! This Christmas fair is brimming with local crafts and delicious food,
Fethard & Killusty Community Council AGM
Fethard & Killusty Community Council will hold their AGM on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 8pm in the Tirry Community Centre. If you would like to get involved in any of Fethard’s active community groups of feel you have other talents or ideas that could complement our Community Council’s projects, please come along and get involved.
making it the perfect place to find unique gifts and treats for the holiday season. Plus, don’t miss the special appearance by Santa, who will also attend to switch on the Christmas lights! Bring the whole family
Irish Dance Classes are starting in the Convent Community Hall, every Wednesday at 4.45pm, for boys and girls from 3 years up. Classes are hosted by the Burgess School of Irish Dance, Munster, Ireland. Booking Essential, so please contact Lucy on Tel: 087 661 0067.
JOE KENNY
There was no jackpot winner in this week’s Parish Lotto on Thursday, September 5, 2024. The numbers drawn were 1, 3, 7, and 19. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was John Whyte. Next week’s Jackpot for Thursday, September 12, will be €4,400.
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 13, 26, 27 and 28. We had no Jackpot winner and one Match 3 winner who received €150: Sarah Standbridge. One lucky dip winner received €100: William Fogarty. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, September 10, when the jackpot is €30,000. The committee of Fethard GAA Development Lotto would like to thank all our supporters for the continued support.
Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday, September 15, to the music of ‘Teddy & Cathal Barry’. All are welcome to come along and enjoy us for a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes tea and cakes and raffle.
for a day full of Christmas cheer and festive activities on The Square, Fethard and at the Convent Community Hall on Lower Main Street. For further details contact Pamela at: 086 874 3752
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A Musical Extravaganza - An Evening of Music & Songs featuring: Irish
Fethard Secondary School Choir; Paul Hayes; and Fethard Choral Group will take place on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 7.30pm in Holy Trinity Parish Church Fethard. Tickets €25 available at O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, and Fethard & District Day Care Centre. and online at www. gr8events.com All proceeds go to Fethard & District Day Care Centre.
SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER AT A GLANCE IN BURNCOURT
September 16, 17, 19, 20: Bee
Bop School workshops as preparation for the Bee Installation
September 21 & 22- Pop Up Clothes and Accessories Market-
“Pre-Loved Fashion to Be ReLoved”. Loads of classy clothes to be had at amazing prices. Burncourt Community Hall will be the Shopping Experience you have been waiting for. The outfit for the next big occasion awaits you. Full details of times next week.
Donate the Clobber.If you’ve been threatening to do a wardrobe clear out…the time is now!
Donate your pre-loved fashion items to Burncourt Community Council for a Pop-up Clothes & Accessories Market.Items can include Clothes, Shoes, Accessories & Jewellery.For Donations, contact Siobhán on 086 8052152 to arrange a time.
BIG BEE BOP.
September 29: “Big Bee Bop”Join us at Burncourt Community Hall to unveil the Bee Installation, Watch the Bee Bop Dance,
Hear from Galtee Honey Farm Behold the Bee, Music, Food, Bee Themed Face Painting and Family Entertainment. Follow us on Facebook - Burncourt Community Council OCTOBER: PUMPKIN FESTIVAL.
The Scarecrows will not be in attendance this year, they have decided to take a break. But lots of activities for young and not so old. Willow Workshop. Pumpkin Carving, Cookery Demonstration, Social Dancing, Poetry Workshop, A night with Pakie O’Callaghan “Celebrating the Stories of Eamon Kelly”(October 24), Family Day (October 27).
Full details next week. SYMPATHY.
Our deepest sympathy to the Carroll and Hyland families on the passing of Maryann. Our Condolences to sons James, Pat, Anthony and Paul, daughter Margaret on the passing of a wonderful mother. Maryann will be dearly missed by her cherished grandchildren.
Our sympathy to her son-in-
The official opening of Panda Playground takes places this coming Saturday, September 14 from 12pm to 3pm. We encourage all in the locality to come along for an afternoon of fun and laughs with free face painting, games, ice creams for all the kids, and a coffee van for the parents to enjoy refreshments.
BALLYMACARBRY BINGO RETURNS THIS FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13
Our next Bingo night will take place this coming Friday September 13th. It may be viewed as an unlucky date for some but we can guarantee to buck this trend as there will be lots of lucky people going home with great cash prizes on the night. Come along and break the superstition.
Join us for the Official Launch of “Dying for a Breath” by Frank O’Connor on Thursday, September 19, at Ballyboden St. Endas GAA Club, Dublin.
Frank O’Connor, a former resident of New Inn, shares his inspiring journey of healing after a life-saving lung transplant. This powerful collection of reflections explores challenges, recovery, and the profound lessons learned along the way.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how Frank transformed his struggles into hope and purpose. Be part of the journey!
law, daughters in-law, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Like many of her generation Maryann was untiring and hardworking in her commitment to life on the farm, a devoted wife and mother. We remember her unassuming friendly, smiling welcoming ways. Maryann was a lady of deep faith and worthy of her place in her heavenly home.
May she Rest in Peace.
FLOWER & GARDEN CLUB –THANK YOU.
Glengarra Flower and Garden Club hosted a ‘Winter Hedging’ talk by John Walsh and Annette Savage of Perenia Nurseries (formerly SAP Nurseries) last Thursday evening.
John and Annette informed the Members of the Nursery’s day-today operations and spoke of the variety of plants, shrubs and trees that are grown at Perenia.
The Members were given a great amount of information relating to the best months for planting and pruning different varieties of shrubs and trees. A great night was had by all
The book can be purchased online at: www.orpenpress.com after the official launch and at Purcell’s Shop, New Inn (TBC). Cost: €15. Proceeds will benefit Mater Hospital Foundation and Irish Lung Fibrosis Association (ILFA).
CLOTHES COLLECTION
The New Inn Community Centre continues its fundraising clothes collection this Wednesday, Sept 11 and Thursday, September 12; Collection hours will be from 6pm to 7pm on each of these evenings. For those unable to drop off donations by Monday, September 16, please reach out to Esther at 086 358 3719 or Paddy at 086 860 2979 to arrange an alternative collection.
This is a wonderful opportunity to declutter your wardrobes while supporting our community centre. Your contributions will play a vital role in sustaining our activities in the centre.
Thank you for your generous support!
WOMEN’S GROUP
KEEP FIT CLASSES in the New Inn Community Centre started on Monday September 9 at 7pm for six weeks. For more info you can contact Mary Frances on (087) 759 5512.
Don’t forget a bottle of water to keep you hydrated!
You could be our first jackpot winner of €500. Looking forward to seeing a huge crowd as usual for the bingo.
COLM RYAN MEMORIAL RUN REMINDER
Touraneena Runners in association with West Waterford Athletic Club are hosting a memorial run in memory of the late Colm Ryan on Sunday next, September 15 starting at 11am in Touraneena.
Colm was a champion of the Irish Cancer Society and raised substantial monies for this worthy cause before his untimely passing in April 2023.
This 5K run/walk in his memory will continue this great work with all proceeds from the event donated to the society. The link to register online is available on eventmaster.ie – or via facebook (touraneena runners or our own community centre page).
BOWLS continue this Wednesday morning i.e. September 4th from 9.45am to 11.15am in the NICC. All are welcome, especially new members!
ANNUAL HOLY CROSS
ABBEY NOVENA
The annual solemn novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help 2024 continues in Holy Cross Abbey this week.
Solemn Novena from Sunday September 8 to Monday, September 16
Monday to Saturday: 7am, 10.30am, 4.30pm, 7.30pm., Sunday: 7am, 10.30am, 12.30pm, 7.30pm., Special sessions: Penitential Rite: Friday September 13 at 7.30pm, Anointing of the sick: Sat Sept 14 at 2pm, Blessing of Infants: Sunday 15 at 2.30pm.
The Novena will also be available online on www.churchservices.tv/holycrossabbey and on Tipperary Mid-West Radio at 7.30pm daily (except Friday 13th when the 4.30pm will be broadcast and Saturday 14th when the Anointing of the Sick will be broadcast at 2pm).
Petitions for the Annual Novena and our weekly Friday Novena can now be submitted online (anonymously) http://www. holycrossballycahill.com/news/ abbey/novena or email petitions@ holycrossballycahill.com . These petitions will be prayed for at the Novena.
25 CARD KNOCKGRAFFON
Winners on Wednesday September 4 with 10 games were Martina Kelly/Liam Cleary and in joint second place with 9 games each were Phil Ryan (Ollies)/Philip Ryan, Kitty Byrne/Bernie Farrell and Brian Blackmore/Philip Hickey.
Table prizes to brothers Billy/ Vincent Phelan and Cathy O’Gorman / Phil O’Connor.
Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm and all
are welcome. Tea and refreshment afterwards.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE IN OCTOBER
This pilgrimage is on 10th October to 14th October 2024. Ryanair flight will leave Dublin Airport for Lourdes @ 16.14 pm on 10th October and return on 14th from Lourdes @ 12.30pm There are a few places available for further information contact: Bridget O’Dea 086-679-2754. or Fr Martin Murphy. 086-386-8877. ROCKWELL ROVERS GAA CLUB LOTTO
The number drawn in our most recent lotto were - 8, 10, 28, 31No outright winner(s).
Four lucky dips: Cliodhna Farrell, Mary Ryan, Elaine Moloney, Kieran & Maria McGrath in with a chance to win €500 in September Draw.
Sellers Rockwell Rovers x3, Jimmy Looby in draw for sellers €100 prize.
This week’s jackpot is €3,800. Thank you for the continued support and the best of luck.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
Sincere sympathy is extended to Pat and Annette Carroll, Garrandee on the sad passing of Pat’s mother Maryann Carroll (née Hyland) Raheenroe (Formerly Lyrefune, Ballyporeen), Burncourt, Tipperary, peacefully in the Corpus Christi Nursing Home, Mitchelstown, surrounded by her loving family.
Beloved wife of the late Mikie, and dear mother of James, Margaret (Kirwan, Dunmore East), Pat (New Inn) Anthony and Paul (Gneeveguilla).
Sadly missed by her loving family, son in-law Dermot, daughters in-laws Mags (O’Flynn), Margaret (King), Christine (Cronin), Annette (Hally), her 12 grandchildren, brothers-in-law, nephew, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May she rest in peace.
Frank O’Connor
REFLECTIONS ON LIFE AND THE SPIRITUALITY OF HEALING WHEN FACED WITH A LIFE-THREATENING LUNG TRANSPLANT
GALTEE ROVERS ST. PECAUNS
In Clonoulty on Friday night our Under 19A footballers lost out to Golden Kilfeacle in the West final on a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-10. We went five points behind during the first half, trailed 1-6 to 0-7 at half time, Golden went a point up in the closing minutes and held on until the final whistle. On Sunday next at 5.15 in New Inn our hurlers are due to meet St Patrick’s in the County Junior A Hurling quarter-final.
GALTEE ROVERS ST. PECAUNS LOTTO
There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Bansha Kilmoyler Sports Lotto draw. This week’s jackpot is €17,600. If there is no jackpot winner this week, there will be three ex-
POSTMAN TOM
After 27 years as a postman and many of which were spent with the people of Ardfiinan Tom Parker will be set to retire next February. As part of his pre-retirement he will leave his Ardfinnan round this week and return to Clonmel.
Tom is known to all here in the village and will be missed along with his smile and his endless happy demeanour as he delivered the post. He could be often seen enjoying his lunch on the village green when the weather permitted and was a great friend to ex postman Michael O’Brien whom he often drank tea with and traded stories.
Everyone here in Ardfinnan wishes Tom a long and happy retirement and thanks him for his wonderful service to our little Village. Yoga with Noelette will return Ardfinnan Hall on Tuesdays from 7.30 to 8.30 and to Duhill Hall from 7 to 8 pm. Cultivate a healty body, quiet mind, open heart and vibrant
Join us for the Official Launch of “Dying for a Breath” by Frank O’Connor on Thursday, September 19, at Ballyboden St. Enda’s GAA Club, Dublin. Frank O’Connor, a former resident of New Inn, shares his inspiring journey of healing after a life-saving lung transplant. This powerful collection of reflections explores challenges, recovery, and the profound lessons learned along the way. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how Frank transformed his struggles into hope and purpose. Be part of the journey! The book can be purchased online at: www.orpenpress.com after the official launch and at Purcell’s Shop, New Inn (TBC). Cost: €15. Proceeds will benefit Mater Hospital Foundation and Irish Lung Fibrosis Association (ILFA).
tra lucky dips drawn for this week only, one for €300 and two for €100 each.
Last week’s €20 lucky dip winners were: Louise Peters, Cappawhite Gaelic4Mothers&Others, Elaine Ryan and Michael Collins.
Seller’s prize €20: Michael Sean O’Connell. Tickets, €2 each or 3 for €5, are available locally and online via Clubforce and Galtee Rovers social media pages.
INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL
Well done to Leah McGrath who played for the Irish Under 17 Women’s team in a 1-3 defeat and a 5-2 victory against Portugal in Lisbon last week. Leah scored from a penalty in the second game.
Denis Murphy
Contact Noelette at 086 2322818.
BALLYLOOBY/CASTLEGRACE
GAA
Result: 3/9/24: No jackpot winner. no match three winner. Four lucky dips: Mark Fitzgerald, Sandra Moroney, Paddy Callaghan & Ml. Prendergast. Lucky Numbers drawn: 6, 8 14 & 26, Next week’s jackpot €3,400. The club extend their thanks for your continued support. Tickets available at usual outlets and clubforce. com-Ballylooby/Castlegrace GAA
CAHIR TRADFEST
This is the 10th year of Cahir Tradfest.
Blackwater Céilí Band in Concert in St Mary’s Church at 7pm on this Sat Sept 14th. Support Group: Cahir Comhaltas Seisiun Group.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga with Marie Returns on Monday, September 16 at 9:45am & Chair Yoga at 11:15am.
Yoga with Noelette will return to Duhill Hall on Thursday, September 19at 7pm
Tai Chi Classes will resume on Thursday, September 19 at 9:45am
New people very welcome. Suitable for all levels. Further info: 086:1716595
AGE STRONG
Age strong with Joanne Physiotherapist on Tuesdays in Duhill Hall at 6:45pm
CEMETERY MASSES
The Annual Cemetery masses have now concluded, thanks to Fr. John & all who attended & helped in whatev-
er way. Annual cemetery masses are fixed for: Ballylooby, first Sunday in Sept. Duhill second Sunday of September each year, going forward!
OLD SCHOOL REUNION
Ballylooby old school reunion took place on Sunday August 25th 2024 in the Community hall (Old School) Ballylooby.
The school closed in 1964 and this was the first ever Reunion. There was a large gathering of former pupils from near and far. We were delighted to welcome our PP Fr John Nally who addressed the gathering. Chairperson of Ballylooby Community Council Pat Reidy welcomed all the guests and spoke briefly about the organisation of the event and the old school He then conducted a roll call which was answered impeccable but it also caused great mirth. The chat and banter resounded all afternoon. The vast array of old photographs displayed generated great interest. Everybody enjoyed the refreshments provided by the community council members and loyal volunteer’s. Old friendships were renewed and new ones formed. A sincere thank you to the people who helped us to organise this memorable event. Thanks also to our generous sponsors who never let us down. From the feedback we have received everyone seems to have enjoyed revisiting their old Alma mater.
Thanks Pat.
GAA NEWS
On Saturday, our u9 hurlers trav-
elled to Semple stadium to play in the Fiserv under 9 blitz and Dillion Quirke Semple stadium day.
On the day we played 3 games against Lattin Cullen, Fethard, and Loughmore -Castleiney
They finished off their day with a tour of the dressing room, got to meet current Tipperary senior player Conor Bowe and a trip to McDonalds All boys played excellently and showed great skill and determination in all games.
Thanks again to Tipperary GAA for organising such a well run day. Finally, to the parents, thank you for your continued support.
South U19B Hurling Semi Final: Knockmealdown Gaels 3-13 Ardfinnan 2-11.
South U17B Hurling Playoff Final: Knockmealdown Gaels 2-15 Clerihan/GMBN 2-11 (17) DRIVE-IN BINGO.
Ballylooby/Castlegrace GAA Club would like to thank all those who helped to make this event a success. Thank you to our sponsors, all who attend on the day in great numbers and our many volunteers.
Our draw winners on the day were: Tipperary Jersey - Enda Kendrick
€100 - Sharon Grant
€100 - Nikita Morrissey
€100 - Joe English
€100 - Ellie Myers
50/50 raffle of €110 - Jamie Marie Tobin
Car Raffle of €100 - Brendan Walsh.
MONTH’S MIND MASS
The month’s mind Mass for the late Mary Ryan, Templetuohy will take place at 11am Mass in Templetuohy Church this Sunday morning, September 15th.
LAY PASTORAL MINISTER
Congratulations to Fiona Kelly who has completed her certificate course in lay pastoral ministry and leadership and will take part in a commissioning ceremony in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Thurles this Saturday night, September 14, at 7pm. Fiona is one of 22 people from around the diocese who have completed this course.
TEMPLETUOHY CHURCH CHOIR
Has resumed at 11am Mass each Sunday. If anyone would like to join the choir, please just all up to the gallery any Sunday. The children’s choir and family masses will resume shortly.
MOYNE BRIDGE CLUB
The weekly bridge game in Moyne Community Centre will return on Tuesday, September 18 at 7.30pm. New members are always welcome.
MOYNE SOCIAL DANCING
The next social dance will take place this Saturday night, September 14 in Moyne Community Centre (E41 EE39) with music by Checkers. Dancing 9pm to 12 midnight. Admission €10. Refreshments served. All are welcome.
TEMPLETUOHY COURSING LOTTO
This week’s lotto jackpot is now €15,200. Lucky dip winners of €25 were Yvonne Kelly, Donaskeagh, Ger Buckley, Cappawhite, Liam Kelly (Jnr), Templetuohy and Tim Bergin, Templetuohy.
MOYNE ATHLETIC CLUB
This Sunday, September 15, the club are hosting an open cross-country fixture with the kind permission of the Cantwell family and Jimmy O’Meara. Events for juveniles, senior and masters. See our social media for further details.
Anyone who has a couple of hours to spare to help with this event is asked to contact any club officer. All help on the day appreciated. Winner of Split the Bucket of €94 was Helen Ryan. Thanks to everyone for their support.
MOYNE-TEMPLETUOHY GAA, LGFA & CAMOGIE
This week’s lotto jackpot is €4,900 with Conor Quinlan, Ronan Ely, Anne Marie Meehan, Ger Peters, Josie Hennessy and Noel Tierney the lucky dip winners last week. The premier intermediate hurlers will take on Newport in their relegation battle this Sunday, September 15th at 3.45pm in Dundrum. Support appreciated.
Best of luck to the U19 footballers in their mid-final this Wednesday evening, September
TABLE QUIZ
A table quiz will take place this Friday night 13th in Mary Willies at 9.30pm sharp. The quz is in aid of Grace Campion’s trip to Kolkata in India as a student optometrist with the Hope Foundation in association with TU Dublin and Specsavers. Table of 4 is €20 plus many prizes on the raffle.
WAY DOWN UNDERGROUND
A Miner’s Life through song and story - on Friday 20th September in Glengoole Hall.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Glengoole Wednesday 10am to 2pm, Gortnahoe Thursday 10am to 1pm. The rosary is recited before Mass in Glengoole every Saturday evening.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE
From October 10th-14th. from Dublin with Ryanair. For further information please contact Bridget O’Dea at 0866792754 or Fr Martin Murphy at 0863868877.
RELICS OF ST BERNADETTE OF LOURDES
These relics will visit every diocese this autumn. This very special event will provide an opportunity for people to experience the special gifts and charisms in Lourdes. Her relics will be at Holycross Abbey on September 19 and September 20.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga classes will take place on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 7-8pm starting the 9th and 11th September in Gortnahoe Community Hall. 4 week block €50 or €15 drop
To John and Marie O’Dwyer who win the Cappa Lotto last week, the sum given to the lucky couple was €6,000. How bad would that be?
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Biodiversity on September 12th, 11am to 1pm. Nordic walking from September 19 for four weeks and followed by
11th, against Loughmore-Castleiney. Hard luck to the U17 hurling team on their loss in the Mid Final against Gortnahoe-Glengoole, however they have now qualified for a county quarter-final.
Well done to the Junior A ladies football team on their victory over Arravale Rovers in the championship which has now qualified them for a County Semi Final.
Hard luck to the Junior D team who bowed out of the championship following a loss to Borrisokane.
Well done to the U14 girls team on their victory over Galtee Rovers.
The U16 camogie team lost out to Lorrha in the County quarter final while the juniors also suffered a loss to Slieve Felim and are due to play Rockwell Rovers from New Innin the next match.
Contributors to the 2023 parish newsletter are reminded that all articles must be submitted by September 30. Please e-mail articles to moytem@gmail.com. The committee thank all who have contributed articles in the past and to those who continue to do so. All articles are welcome as this guarantees the survival of the annual newsletter.
in fee. Booking essential, contact Jenny via text/Whatsapp 0879420826.
GORTNAHOE BINGO
Bingo continues this Saturday evening at the earlier time of 4.00pm with doors opening from 3.00pm and will continue each Saturday evening at the same time. Over €2,660 in prize money on offer including a special €500 game.
SPLIT THE POT
Congratulations to Simon Cantwell, Graigue who won €180 in the Split the Pot draw last Sunday. Envelopes are available at the usual outlets, you can also Revolut to 0876777220. For the month of September Split the Pot will be in support of Ballysloe Community Group. The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated.
VACANCY
A vacancy in MFRC Community Preschool for an AIM Support Worker- part time 15 hours per week/temporary position. Full details from Julie O’Halloran on 083 1008075 or email julie@mfrc.ie - closing date for applications Friday 20th September 12 noon.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SCHEME
Is looking to recruit a full-time paid supervisor. Details of the position and application are on Jobs Ireland. Participant vacancies on the scheme for Caretaker, Maintenance Operative and Eldercare Kitchen Assistants are also on Job Ireland.
SCRAP METAL COLLECTION For Ayle School can be dropped into Grisewood’s Farm. Contact 085 7453746 if you need it collected. BINGO every Friday night in the community centre. Great prizes. All are
PARISH LOTTO
Winning numbers drawn were 11, 21, 22,and 32, congratulations to Fiachra Fahy and Craig Greening who matched 3 numbers.
Next week’s Jackpot is €14,900.
GAA
Congratulations to our U19 hurlers who defeated St. Patricks on Wednesday night last in Monroe on a scoreline of 1.21 to 2.13 to claim the South Final. Unfortunately we were defeated by Clonmel Commercials in the South U19 football final on Saturday evening last in Cloneen.
On Wednesday 11th we travel to Clonoulty to play Arravale Rovers in the Co. U19 hurling semi final at 7.30pm.
EQUESTRIAN SUCCESS
Huge congratulations to Robyn O’Reilly on her magnificent display in winning the world title in the U12 competition at the World Pairs Mounted Games at the Domaine Equestre de La Bonde near Paris with her German riding partner Neela Blaschek and a few days later Robyn achieved second
Shanbally United. The youths began their league campaign on Saturday with an away fixture at Cashel. Short a number of players through injury and school events this young team put in a notable performances in their first outing at this age level. Cashel started strongly but it was the visitors who scored first when Conor English found the net with a fine finish on 24 minutes.
The home side levelled matters ten minutes later but Harrison Conway gave Shanbally the lead once more before the interval with an excellent goal.
With no subs on the line the second half was going to be a big test for Shanbally, but they stuck to their task and gave it their all, creating some excellent chances along the way. Heartbreak struck two minutes into injury time when Cashel scored to force a draw which they barely deserved.
The Juniors were away to Cullen-Lattin
place in the individual U12 contest at the European team and Individual Mounted Games Championship in France’s Loire Valley. Competing in these games requires a huge level of riding skill, fitness, agility and concentration. Robyns eight year old sister Fern was also an individual competitor in her age group while her 17 year old sister Lily was a member of the Irish team that competed in the Under 18 competition. Robyn is a past pupil of Killurney NS and a Tipperary Pony Club member. Indeed a bright future beckons for Robyn, Fern and Lily in the showjumping world, best wishes going forward.
KILCASH CARD GAME
Progressive 25 resumes on Wednesday September 11 in Kilcash Community Centre at at 8.30pm sharp. Prize money: two thirds of door takings. Admission: €10 (including raffle). Your support is greatly appreciated.
on Sunday in the league. Fielding a much changed side from the pervious week they found them selves three goals down after 32 minutes, and it remained so until the break. Rovers backs were to the wall for the second half, but they did draw back on 62 minutes when Corey Morrissey scored his debut goal for the junior team.
They battled for the remainder of the game without scoring or conceding and showed that there is the potential for better days to come.
MOVE & MEDITATE
Classes with Maria King resume for Autumn!
Tai Chi & Chi Kung Classes resume Monday, September 16 at 6:30pm.
Chi Yoga classes resume Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30pm.
Venue: Clogheen Community Hall
Pay as you go. New people are very welcome anytime. Suitable for all levels.
052 61 48800
Munster Trophy Final - History created On Sunday last, September 8 all roads led to East Cork Golf Club as our ladies took on Adare Manor Golf Club in the Munster Trophy Final. Templemore Ladies were the first ever winners of the Munster Cup.
Congratulations to team Manager Michelle Hassett and all the team for representing our club so well.
Men’s Weekend competition.
1st. Sept. There were 44 entries for this weekend competition. 1st.
Brendan Collins 40 pts. 2nd. Dermot Cooper 39 pts. 3rd. Christian Healy 38 pts. Once again thank you to our sponsor Taylor Made
As Autumn announced its arrival with a swift switch in temperatures, our hardy golfers were not to be deterred and enjoyed a full week of action at the Club.
Monday Mixed Scramble
First out on Monday were the participants in the Mixed Scramble Competition, noted more for its collegiality than its competitiveness, and still one of the most popular events in the Club. This week the top honours went to Terry O’Brien, Mick Burke and Mary Butler on a score of 34.59. 2nd were Eddie Daly, Patrick Moloney and Nora Daly on 35.59, while 3rd spot went to Billy Phelan, Kathleen Harrington and Josephine Murphy on 36.84 points. Vincent Phelan did his usual magical number crunching with the scores, while Heather Bailey made sure everyone was well supplied with hot beverages.
Tuesday Ladies Open Scramble
Tuesday our Ladies hosted an Open Scramble Competition, where the sun decided to make a surprise appearance and bathe everyone who played in its balmy glow.
It was a fiercely fought competition and in the end, 1st place went to Marie Holohan (Slievenamon), Liz Barlow (Clonmel) and Bobbie
for supporting this event.
Men’s Seniors.
4th. Sept. On a cool dry day in Templemore Seven teams took to the parklands with some close scoring, only four points covering all the teams.
In 1st. place with 52 points (on Count Back) were John Kirwan, Tom Ryan, Joe Fahey and Les Mason.
2nd also on 52 points were Bertie Keane, Paddy Fogarty, Seanie Gleeson.
3rd with 51 points were John Fitzpatrick, Pat O’Connell and a returning from injury Ollie Murray a fantastic atmosphere ensued afterwards up in the clubhouse lubricated with tea and cake.
Holohan (Clonmel) on 95 points. 2nd place went to Margo Condon, Carmel Williams and Kathy Cleary (all Slievenamon) on 93 points, while 3rd place went to the Cahir Ladies, A Fahy, B English and M Devitt on 85 points.
The competition was kindly sponsored by Daltons Pharmacy in Fethard and O’Sullivans Pharmacy Fethard.
Men’s Seniors
Wednesday our Silver Foxes (otherwise known as the Men’s Seniors) met to play a Rumble with two scores to count, and refused to allow a few showers of rain put them off their game.
John O’Sullivan, Davy Williams and Michael Dunlea took the bragging rights on 97 points. In 2nd place were Aidan Ahern, Tony Condon and Colm Butler on 95 points, while 3rd spot went to Don O’Connell, Tom Galvin and Matty Tynan on 91 points. Of course everyone who went in for food afterwards to be greeted by Paula Cahill’s incomparable smile counted themselves the true winners of the day.
Mini Golf and Adventure Centre
The upturn in the weather towards the end of the week saw a large number of people coming out to enjoy our Mini Golf and
Adventure Centre. Among our visitors were Callum and Mark Prout, who dropped over on Friday for a friendly game.
Junior Coaching
Junior Coaching is still ongoing and being taken very seriously by our dedicated cadets and coach Paudie Lahart. The dedication shown by our young pretenders is really impressive and an inspiration to all golfers. We are hoping to continue the coaching through September and into October for so long as the weather holds, so fingers crossed the weather gods will smile on us.
Three-Ball Scramble
Preparations are now underway for our 3 Ball Scramble Open Competition to be held over three days next weekend - Friday 13th, Sat 14th and Sun 15th Sept. Entrants can pick their own team and there are prizes for the winning Ladies Team, Gents Team and Mixed Team.
It promises to be a lot of fun and there is still time to sign up so anyone interested should contact the Office at 052 613 2213.
With the colder weather blowing in, it will be the last open competition of the year so is being looked forward to with much anticipation.
Results
Competition Results for Week
Ending: September 8, 2024
MA O’Brien Garravoone Cup –18H B/Ts Strokeplay
1st Michael Mitchell (H/C 15) –Nett Aggregate Score - 136
2nd Richie Fitzpatrick (H/C 13) – Nett Aggregate Score - 140
GROSS: Michael Greene (H/C -2) Overall Gross - 148
3rd Anthony O’Donnell (H/C 4) – Nett Aggregate Score - 141
Leading Qualifier: Peter Doyle (H/C 21) Nett 64
Inter Food Technologies -18
Hole S/F White Tees Competition 7th Sept 24
1st Pat Nolan (PH 8) 42 pts
2nd Maurice Kelly (PH 16) 39 pts c/b
3rd John Browson (PH 6) 39
pts 18H S/F Open Qualifier Competition 5th Sept 24
1st Patrick Johnson (V) (PH 11) 35 pts c/b
2nd Eoin Cahill (V) (PH 8)
35 pts
3rd Graham O’Reilly (V) (PH 21) 34 pts c/b
9H Summer League Round 16
1st Aidan McGrath (PH 7) 24
pts
2nd Glenn Bourke (PH 7) 22 pts c/b
3rd Robert Dowley (PH 8) 22 pts c/b
Ladies Results
18 Hole Stableford. 16 played.
1st Margaret Fitzgerald (PH 29 41 pts
2nd Antoinette Dunphy (PH 42) 39 pts
3rd May Kennedy (PH 25) 37
pts 9 Hole Stableford 7 Played
1st Fanny Power (PH 18) 24 pts
2nd Aileen Fitzpatrick (PH 12) 16 pts
Weekend 9H S/F 7th Sept 24
1st. Martin Stafford (PH 9) 19 pts c/b
2nd Richard Cronin (PH 5) 19 pts c/b
3rd Glenn Bourke (PH 6) 19 pts
Fixtures
Fixtures for week ending September 15, 2024
Tuesday to Thursday – Summer League Round 17 9 Hole Stableford White Tees
Wednesday– Ladies 9H Stableford
Wednesday – Ladies 18H Stableford POY
Thursday and Friday - Open Qualifier 18H Stableford White Tees (Ladies & Gents)
Friday – Seniors Open Stableford White Tees
Saturday and Sunday – Weekend 9H Stableford White Tees
Saturday – Waterford Camogie
Classic
Saturday – Club 18H Stableford
White Tees (Ladies & Gents)
Saturday and Sunday – 18H Stableford Blue Tees
Open singles Stableford–Men’s & Ladies- Thursday 29th August
1st Mary McLoughlin (Blessington Lakes) 38pts
2nd Thomas Murphy (Gowran Park) 38pts
3rd/Best Gross Paul Byrne 32pts
4th Larry McLoughlin (Blessington Lakes) 37pts
5th John Walsh 37pts Fr Cleary Cup
Men’s 18 hole stableford-Saturday 31st August & Sunday 1st September
1st Billy Anthony Fogarty 44pts
2nd David Skehan 43 pts
3rd/Best Gross John Corbett Jnr 34pts
4th John Malone 41pts
5th Eoghan O’ Neill 41pts
6th Martin O’ Gorman 41pts
Open singles Stableford–Men’s & Ladies- Thursday 5th September
1st John Walsh 43pts
2nd David Shorley 42pts
3rd/Best Gross Mark ruddy 34pts
4th Aidan Ryan 41pts
5th Thomas Dwan 41pts Drive for Spain
Our exciting new fourball competition continues with the winners going golfing in Spain, how
great would that be!!!
The rules are on the board in the foyer of the club and can be played during any casual golf time. So, get your entries in, play and who knows “IT COULD BE YOU” going to Spain!
LOTTO
Lotto Numbers Wednesday 6th September: 19, 21, 24, 30
No jackpot winner. 1 x match 3’s – Julianne and Marian €100
This week’s jackpot €14,600
You can now play our Lotto online on the Clubforce website as well as in the Clubhouse!
Draw will take place live on our Facebook page Wednesday afternoon.
Thank you for your continued support.
Annual Lotto Renewal
Many thanks to all those who support our Club Lotto which contributes massively to our Club finances.
The current Lotto Year ended on Wednesday 7th August which means that annual payments of €90 are now due. If you pay €90 and wish to remain in the lotto after this date or indeed if you wish to sign up to the Lotto for the coming year at this reduced rate, please arrange to drop pay-
ment into Ashling. Once again, we thank you for your invaluable support!
LADIES NOTES
Ladies Golf Results
Tuesday September 3rd - 18
Holes Singles S/F Sponsored by
Mr Jackie Cahill TD
1st Brigitte Behan (22) 44 pts
2nd Alexa Blake (50) 44 pts
3rd Avril Kerrigan (41) 42 pts
Best Gross Annette Boland (9)
25 Gross pts
2’s Competition - Jill O Connor, Marian Tuohy and Nora Turner @ 3rd
9 Holes Singles S/F
1st Tina Loughman (19) 19 pts
Thursday August 30th - Ladies
9 Holes Singles
1st Jill O’Connor (12) 20 pts
2nd Mary Fielding (27) 20 pts
3rd Mary Sheehan (16)19 pts
Date for your Diary
Ladies Christmas Party - Saturday November 16th
Table Tennis
Table Tennis is now available to all category of members included Squash & Pavilion on a trial basis in the Bunker Restaurant room. Further details have been sent out on BRS and are posted in the Clubhouse.
Results
Sunday, September 1st 18 Hole
S’Ford, kindly sponsored by Joe Whelan’s
Winner: Josephine Finnan (21) 38 points
Runner Up: Kate Nicholson (32) 36 points
Monday, September 2nd All Ireland Past and Present Lady Captains and Presidents Day –Open Team of 2, kindly sponsored by Croguemore Dairies
Winners: Margaret Creamer & Kate Nicholson 41 points
Runners Up: Josephine O’Donnell & Patricia O’Dwer 41 points
Third: Lorla Collins & Kathleen O’Dwyer 40 points
Monday, September 2nd – 9
Hole Competition
Winner: Madge Cleary (21) 23 points
Runner Up: Kitty O’Reilly (11) 19 points
Wednesday, September 4th 18
Hole S’Ford, kindly sponsored by O’Dwyer Brothers
Winner: Mary Devlin (27) 43 points
Runner Up: Kate Nicholson (31) 41 points
Updates:
Sunday, September 8th
18 Hole S’Ford Club Day
Wednesday, September 11th
18 Hole S’ford, kindly sponsored by Arachas Insurance
Sunday, September 15th
18 Hole S’’Ford Club Day
Wednesday, September 18th
18 Hole S’Ford, Professionals
Prize - kindly sponsored by Darragh McComb
052 61 48800
Congratulations Club Officers
Congratulations to Captains
Don Quill and Pauline Mulcahy and Club Treasurer John Hughes who enjoyed success in the Allianz Golfsure/Irish Golfers Officers Challenge 2024 played at Cork Golf Club recently. The team will represent Cahir Park Golf Club in the All-Ireland Final to be played in the K-Club in October.
LADIES
Ladies Open Day
Cahir Park Ladies will host the Final Open Day of the year on Thursday 12th.
The competition will be 18 Hole Champagne Scramble and booking via ProShop 052 7441474 or online www.cahirgolfclub.com.
Renewed thanks to Dermot and Maria O’Brien of O’Brien Pharmacy for the very generous Sponsorship of the Open Day.
Ladies Star
It has been a great fortnight for Cahir Park Ladies and congratulations and thanks are extended to all the Golfers who represented the Club on Courses across the Country.
Anne Fitzgerald and Lisa Blackett played in the Final of the Australian Spoons competition held at Co Longford Golf Club.
Marie Keating and Michelle Keating played in the Final of the
Junior Captain’s Prize
Well done to our Junior Captains Aidan Skeffington and Andrea Angelova and all the young golfers that played on Saturday. It was a wonderful turn out on a beautiful day enjoyed by all. The results are as follows:
18-hole competition for the Girls;
In 1st place Jaime Alley, in 2nd place Alanna Rose Walsh & in 3rd place Aisling O’Donoghue.
18-hole competition for the Boys;
In 1st place James Murphy, in 2nd place Niall Riordan & in 3rd place Cian Lawrence. The Best Gross Sean Kinnane.
Category 1; 9-hole competition; In 1st place Conor Hickey, in 2nd place Hugh Downey & in 3rd place Ned Butler.
MEN’S GOLF:
The result of the V-Par Competition;
In 1st place Donal Coman playing off 16 finished 8 up, in 2nd place Declan Ryan (5) 5 up. Best Gross Daniel Burke (8) 5 up & in 3rd place Adrian O’Dwyer (17) 5 up. Results of the Midweek 9-hole competition:
In 1st place T J Ryan with 22 pts, in 2nd place Packie Ryan Hoare Abbey with 22pts. Best
Conoration Cup in Wicklow Golf Club. Susan Carey and Imelda Buckley played in the Eileen Murphy Cup Final at Cork Golf Club and on the same week, Imelda played in the Bronze Medal Final at West Waterford G.C. together with Deirdre O’Neill who played in the Silver Medal Final. Congratulations Ladies. Thank you from all your fellow golfers.
Tuesday Ladies 12 Hole Scramble
Mary Comerford, Jo Doyle and Eithne Kelly were the stars on Tuesday and returned a fantastic score of 69pts. True treasures of the Club, well done.
Weekly Competitions
Monday 2nd September 9 Hole Singles Stapleford, Winner: Geraldine Cooney (15) 24pts
Friday 30th August to Sunday 1st September
18 Hole Singles Stapleford
1st: Caitlin Fitzgerald (13) 35pts
2nd: Anne Fitzgerald (24) 34pts Hampers
Winter is coming and thus, Hamper season is upon us. Hamper No 1 is running this week and entry/re-entry allowed.
MENS
Mens Golfer Of The Year
Congratulations to Barry Hennessy who won the 2024 men’s
golfer of the year. The grand finale took place on Sunday and Barry shot a nett 67 playing off 13 to secure the title.
Open Singles
ABP Taylormade 18 Hole Open Singles Stableford 3rd, 4th & 5th of September
Weekly Winners Category Player Handicap Score
Cat 1(-to 6) Jamie Berry 4 25
Cat 2 (7 to 13) Brendan Melody 13 36
Cat 3 (14 to 21) John Burnett
18 35
Cat 4 (22 to 56) Ken Kendellen 23 40
Please note it’s the last week to qualify for the 2024 grand finale.
18 Hole Open Singles 6th, 7th & 8th Of September
Category (-to 6)
1st Paul Tuohy (3) 37points
2nd Derek Davis (5) 36points
Category (7 to 13)
1st Barry Moloney (12) 40points
2nd Kieran Davis (8) 38points
Category (14 to 21)
1st Paul O’Sullivan (16) 41points
2nd Adrian O’Donovan (15) 40points
Category (22 to 56)
1st John Walsh (28) 38points
2nd Eddie Doolan (25) 38points
Gross Aidan Murphy 18pts & in 3rd place Eoin Dowling with 21pts. The Two’s winners were Pakie Ryan Hoare Abbey and David Downey receiving €31 each. Next weekend we have our Vice Captain Danny O’Dwyer’s Vice Captains Prize.
Please enter on the BRS for our last medal competition for 2024.
LADIES GOLF
Our scramble last Tuesday morning was won by Kay Crosse,
Rosemary Maher and Katleen Smyth.
The results of the 18-hole competition September 1st & 4th In 1st place Kitty Byrne (41.2) 41 pts. 2nd Rosemary Shanahan (36.3) 40 pts. Gross Caroline Maher (14.4) 22 gross.
Thursday last September 5th was a 9-hole scramble; in 1st place
Pauline Treacy. (29.9) 20 pts. 2nd
Caroline O’Dwyer (23.3) 19pts. Gross Margaret Ryan (20.6) 10
gross.
Competitions on this weekCaptain Daniel’s prize to the ladies continues this Wednesday September 11th and is a stroke play competition. Thursday evening social golf will be a scramble.
Lady Vice Captain’s Prize
On Sunday September 15 is our Vice Lady Captain Marie Graves Prize, an 18-hole stableford and you can book on the BRS.
Our scramble last Tuesday
morning was won by Kay Crosse, Rosemary Maher and Katleen Smyth.
SENIORS GOLF:
The results of last week’s 15hole Scramble; in 1st place Seamus O’Dwyer, Tom Kennedy Tony Farrell & Larry Hickey 45, in 2nd place Tommy Moloney P J Collins, Tom O Donnell & Liam Ryan (Cashel) 48.1 & in 3rd place
Liam Ryan (Con) Seamus King
Michael Breen & Noel Gleeson
49.2. Next week the Seniors Competition will be the Fr Albie O’Bric Cup it will be a 15-hole singles Stableford Competition. This competition is dedicated to the late Fr Albie O’Bric, who was a great club member for many years. May he rest in peace. There will also be a team event, with 1st, 2nd & 3rd for the singles and for the team event, with nearest the pin on the 6th & 12th hole.
Souty Tipperary Junior ‘C’ Football Final
CARRICK DAVINS 4-16 CLONMEL OG 0-9
CARRICK DAVINS were comfortable winners of the South Tipperary Junior ‘C’ Football Final when accounting for Clonmel Og by a margin of 19 points in a one-sided decider played at Kilsheelan on Saturday evening.
Quickly into their stride from the throw-in the Carrick-on-Suir side were 1-8 to 0-1 ahead within 18 minutes thanks in the main to a third minute goal from John Murphy. However, it was in the second half that they really kicked on with three further goals while cruising to victory by 4-16 to 0-9 at a sensibly blown-early final whistle.
The sides had met earlier in the competition when the Reds prevailed by six points but a much closer final was expected this time around with silverware on offer. However, as it transpired the destination of the trophy was known all too early in what proved to be a disappointing divisional final. Following Conor O’Leary’s game-opening point, it only took two and a half minutes for the first goal to arrive when John Murphy scored for Davins with a rocket low past Johnny Cagney. Over the next 15 minutes, in a dominant performance, the Davins out-pointed their rivals by seven to one, all scores coming from open play.
With the skilful Carrick Davins captain Adam Foran directing affairs from midfield, their sev-
en points were scored by John Murphy (2), Mikey Ryan (2), Ray Cooke, Mark Roche and Kevin Butler. In the opening 18 minutes Clonmel Og’s solitary white flag was raised by midfielder Griffin O’Keeney.
The second quarter saw the Eoin Fallon managed Clonmel side enjoy their best spell of the hour and in the run-up to halftime they added five points to just two conceded.
In the 19th minute corner-back Alex Greene joined the Clonmel Og attack to send over a point and soon afterwards Jake O’Donnell with a free made it 1-8 to 0-3. Davins centre-forward Mikey Ryan then had his third point of the final when finishing a move which involved Patrick Harris and Kevin Butler in the making. The lead was back out to eight points by the 23rd minute when John Murphy tagged on a free.
Three unanswered points went the way of ‘The Óg’ in the final five minutes of the first half including two excellent efforts from centre-forward Dean Kelleher who took on the Davins defence twice with incisive running and finished both efforts well. In between that Kelleher brace, Jake O’Donnell added a free.
At half-time Carrick Davins were still comfortably seven points up and looking all-over winners when leading 1-10 to 0-3.
Referee Paddy Ivors had to
restart the second half a second time after just 20 seconds when Clonmel Óg goalkeeper Johnny Cagney was late for the throw-in. The former county senior footballer’s first action was retrieving the ball from the back of his net when a move up the right wing by Davins’ Kevin Butler fed Mark Roche and he cut in along the end line to find the net. Now ten points to the good, the Stephen Cronin managed Davins were home and hosed.
Man of the match Adam Foran and the influential Patrick Harris extended the advantage to a dozen with a point apiece before Clonmel Og hit back with two points in a minute from Alex Slattery and Simon Ahearne from a tight angle.
Davins’ third goal - and Mark Roche’s second of the final - came at the end of the third quarter to stretch the lead out to 13 points. Clonmel Og had their final score of the game in the 46th minute, a free from Sean Cagney won by the lively Johnny Stokes who was proving a handful since his second half introduction.
Down the stretch it was all oneway traffic with further points from Lee Mackey, Adam Foran (a free off the ground from 45 metres) and Alan Redmond after good work by Jake Maher.
There was a somewhat poignant conclusion to the game, in what was a sad week for the Faulkner family and the Davins club in general. Just two days after the funeral of the highly regarded and well respected Alan Faulkner, a stalwart for the club over his lifetime, his son Luke banged home
the Davins fourth goal. His late father would have loved to have seen it and share in the win. The final score of the game was a sweet point from an angle scored by Alan Redmond.
Prior to the throw-in for the final, a minute’s silence was observed as a mark of respect to the late Alan Faulkner, Carrickbeg, who died on 31st August. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Carrick Davins: Anthony Keyes, Liam Butler, Willie O’Dwyer, Conor Corcoran, Patrick Harris (0-1), Ray Cooke (0-1), Aaron O’Halloran, Adam Foran (capt., 0-2, 0-1F), Lee Mackey (01), Conor Mackey, Mikey Ryan (0-3), Kevin Butler (0-1), Conor O’Leary (0-1), Mark Roche (2-1), John Murphy (1-3, 0-1F).
Subs: Alan Redmond (0-2) for O’Leary (44 mins); Jake Maher for Murphy (48 mins); Conor O’Shea for Corcoran (53 mins); Shane Cronin for L. Butler (53 mins); Luke Faulkner (1-0) for K. Butler (53 mins).
Clonmel Og: Johnny Cagney, TJ Quigley, Sean Barrett, Alex Greene (0-1), Dean Slattery, Marc Ahearne, Alex Slattery (01), Simon Ahearne (0-1), Griffin O’Keeney (0-1), Max Ryan, Dean Kelleher (0-2), Kyle Grant, Karl Kearney, Jake O’Donnell (0-2F), Cian Hogan.
Subs: Eoin Condon for Hogan (21 mins); Sean Cagney (0-1F) for O’Donnell (35 mins); Johnny Stokes for Grant (40 mins); Noel Walsh for Kearney (48 mins); Jack Sweeney for Ryan (55 mins); Eoin Fallon for Greene (57 mins).
Referee: Paddy Ivors (Ballingarry).
SOUTH TIPPERARY JOHN QUIRKE
JEWELLERS JUNIOR A HURLING FINAL MOYLE ROVERS 1-22 ST PATRICK’S 0-18
TWELVE months on from the disappointment of a shock defeat in the final to Clonmel Og, Moyle Rovers made no mistake this time round with a seven-points victory over St Patrick’s in the South Tipperary John Quirke Jewellers
Junior ‘A’ Hurling Final played at Kilsheelan on Sunday afternoon.
The game’s decisive period was the second quarter when the Monroe side put clear daylight between themselves and their opponents, outscoring them by 1-10 to 0-5 during that purple patch of play. First half substitute Stephen Quirke made a huge difference following his introduction after only six minutes for the injured Sean Keating, and it was Quirke’s four first half points plus a well-finished goal by Dean English that gave Moyle Rovers a cushion they never fully relinquished.
At the interval Rovers were full value for their eight points advantage, 1-13 to 0-8.
Credit to St Patrick’s who despite facing into the breeze and the loss of a player through a red card in the 50th minute put it up to their more seasoned rivals in the second half. Despite the odds, the Anner Park side had narrowed the gap to three points with three minutes of normal time remaining, thanks in no small way to the huge contribution of Cathal Foley. But John McGrath’s side, calling on that extra reserve of experience, stemmed the tide with Stephen Quirke and Luke Delahunty hitting a pair of vital points each at the end to finally seal the deal.
The opening minutes were titfor-tat, the sides level on three occasions in a low-scoring first quarter. Cathal Foley’s first free of the day gave St Patrick’s their only lead in this final and it was 0-3 each after 13 minutes. Within a minute of his introduction Stephen Quirke had a goal chance for Rovers but Johnny Moroney did very well to deny a well drilled low effort. The highlight points of that opening period came at opposite ends scored from distance by Stephen Quirke and Tony O’Brien out on the sideline.
The Powerstown/Lisronagh parishioners soon began to find their range hitting six of the next seven points from Rory Collins, Stephen Quirke (2x65s), Kevin Grace, Luke Delahunty and a Dara Ryan (free) softly given, with St Patrick’s only mustering an Aidan Fitzgerald point in response. There was no doubt that Rovers were enjoying far more possession and should well have been further ahead than 0-9 to 0-5 at this juncture but a half dozen wides and balls dropping short were disrupting their haymaking.
St Patrick’s tried to pull themselves back into the game with excellent points from Tony O’Brien, Cathal Mahoney and Cathal Foley, but Rovers were matching them with quality points of their own from Riain Quigley and Stephen Quirke leaving the scoreline at 0-11 to 0-7 before the game’s only goal arrived.
Having lived dangerously on a few occasions up to this, St Pat-
rick’s were punished just before half-time. Stephen Quirke and Dara Ryan were involved in teasing open the defence and when the chance fell to corner-forward Dean English he rattled the net from close range.
Before the interval Cathal Foley (free) and Riain Quigley traded points to send Moyle Rovers to the break eight points clear.
Like in the first half a Cathal Foley free opened the account after two minutes and immediately St Patrick’s had a big chance of a goal when Foley played Tony O’Brien through but somehow Brian Gleeson’s goal stayed intact before Jamie Broderick pointed the recycled ball. It was a big moment in the game and St Patrick’s could have done with a green flag then.
At the three-quarter mark Rovers were still those eight points clear at 1-18 to 0-13, Cathal Foley keeping St Patrick’s ticking over with three points (two frees) to scores for Rovers from Killian Butler (2), Man of the Match Stephen Quirke and Dara Ryan (free).
Backs to the wall now, St Patrick’s began to assert themselves more and point by point they narrowed that gap with five points without reply in a 12-minute period from William Cleere, Cathal Foley (3, one free) and Cian Cranitch, with the Foley brace from play particularly rousing for the Cloneen/Drangan followers. Half-way through that 12-minute revival St Patrick’s were reduced to 14 men when referee Michael Kennedy had no hesitancy in red-carding Tony O’Brien further increasing the gradient as they attempted to chase down the leaders with time running out. Suddenly, Rovers, who had been cruising along for most of the game, now only had a puck of the ball to spare at 1-18 to 0-18 with all the momentum with St Patrick’s. However, an excellent point from a difficult angle by Luke Delahunty, when they needed it most, settled the Rovers. Stephen Quirke then sent over a monster of a free from well inside his own 65 for more breathing space, before two from play from Delahunty and Quirke ensured
the Seamus Maher Cup was heading down the Scotch Road.
For Moyle Rovers there were fine displays in defence from the McKeown brothers, Cathal and Brian, Ben Owens and Shane Ryan. Rian Quigley and Kevin Grace got through huge work at midfield. All six of the starting forwards scored, while it was 2015 Tipperary All-Ireland final minor captain, Stephen Quirke, who stood out most with a seven points contribution, four from play and three long distance frees.
Following last weekend’s Junior Football South Final win, this week has been disappointing for the hurlers of St Patrick’s with two final defeats, U19B and Junior A. Still they can take heart from this performance and the manner in which they battled against a physically stronger opposition. There was a lot to admire from the efforts of Evan Holohan, Pauric O’Brien, Cathal Mahoney, Cian Cranitch at midfield and Tony O’Brien, Daithí Hogan and in particular Cathal Foley who finished the day with 11 points. Their day will come before too long.
Moyle Rovers: Brian Gleeson, Cathal McKeown, Sean Keating, Brian McKeown, Luke Boland, Ben Owens, Shane Ryan, Riain Quigley (0-2), Kevin Grace (0-1), Killian Butler (0-3), Dara Ryan (capt., 0-4F), Rory Collins (01), Dean English (1-0), Anthony Phelan (0-1), Luke Delahunty (03).
Subs: Stephen Quirke (0-7, 0-2x65, 0-1F) for Keating (inj, 6 mins); Daire Luttrell for Phelan (46 mins); Conor McGrath for Grace (54 mins); Nathan Croke for S. Ryan (60+1); Sean Hackett for Butler (60+2).
St Patrick’s: Johnny Moroney, Conor Duggan, Pauric O’Brien, Evan Holohan, Eoin Ryan, Cathal Mahoney (0-1), Michael Boland, Ryan Cranitch, Cian Cranitch (0-1), Cathal Foley (0-11, 0-7F), Aidan Fitzgerald (0-1), William Cleere (0-1), Tony O’Brien (0-2), Richie Needham, Daithí Hogan.
Subs: Bill Cuddihy for Ryan Cranitch (HT); Jamie Broderick (0-1) for Ryan; Finn Madigan for Boland (45 mins).
Referee: Michael Kennedy (Newcastle).
A very strong attendance enjoyed some exciting races at Clonmel on Friday night with the main event being the final of The Kilsheelan Gallop Guys & Dolls Stake which was sponsored by Kilsheelan Gallop. The Graham Holland trained for Larry Dunne Tempestade was the outright race favourite, but his trap draw was an issue being out wide in six. His previous run from five in Cork saw his get into trouble at the opening turn and finish second and her in this final he repeated that form. Ascot Logan from three was away lively with Greenane Toff owned by Gretta Nugent from Clonmel disputing the lead at the opening turn. Tempestade was forced wide and had plenty to do as they faced the far side.
Just a length and a half separating all six runners at the second last bend the favourite searched for a gap but was forced to go wide which he did driving hard to get to the front as they hit the home straight. This is a genuine young greyhound which gives his all on every occasion and here a very deserving two and a half length winner in 29.24. Having clocked 28.49 – 28.62 in previous rounds in this competition this may seem a set back but the genuine way he ran overcoming all obstacles this was a very impressive win. A Sept22 son of Droopys Sydney and Rural Aloha he is a bright prospect for next season. Ballingarry owner Emer Dunne landed the opening race on the card with Emers Niamh who
snatched it from the longtime leader on the line in 29.63.
Michael Ryan from Clerihan landed the opening sprint with Circus Hope who finished very strong in 17.08 while Michael Westlake from Thurles won the eight race with Rockhouse Eddie who showed the stronger finish to the 550 race to win by three lengths in 30.34.
David O Neill from Cahir took the ninth race with Chamberlain Fred who produced a trap to line show in 29.02 and Molly Finn was back on the winner’s podium with Airfield Best who stole the show in the penultimate race in 29.01.
David Hickey of City Of Troy fame landed the final race on a beautiful night when Yankee Daze finished strong to win by a length in 29.59.
Super Logan makes it seven on the bounce for Ascot Kennels Sunday nights card was featured by a very interesting A0/A1 race where the six in a row winner Ascot Logan was bidding to make history but had a very competitive bunch of opponents on this occasion. From the off with a 2.80 split Ascot Logan led by two lengths around the opening two bends. The Wexford challenger Pandereto started to close the gap down the far side with a 16.19 sectional. Very little separating the pair on the run in Ascot Logan owned by Billy Murphy and Frances Mullan dug deep to win on the line by a neck ion 28.87. John Graham Campbell from Thurles had a back-to-back winner
when Bionic Bluebell made the opening race a trap to line show in 29.16 repelling a late challenge from David O Neill’s Chamberlain Bill. Clonmel owner Declan Drohan was all smiles with the determined finish from Wilderness Draem in the second race. Having been led most of the way used the rails to her advantage to win by a length win 29.54. Tom Kiely’s Cuteen Meg was back on the winner spodium winning in 29.56 while Canice Hyland’s
Foxrock Shazzers after finding trouble last time out showed a very nice turn of foot to win in 29.29. A kennel in quite good form of late David Byrne from Mooncoin had Coolgue Noah back to winning ways when winning in 29.46. Cahir owner David O Neill’s Chamberlain Ruby after leading from the second bend narrowly held on to deny another Cahir owner Ciaran Flanagan’s Woodenstown Soul in 29.33. David Lonergan from
Cahir who is well known for his success on the coursing field won the eight race on the night when Tree Top Pat using his physic at the second bend hit the front and held his line to win in 28.89.
Miss Mila Barry and Eleanor O Neill’s Chasing Super showed real guile in the ninth race of the night. Leading early on was passed by Thorney Thistle but on the run in showed real determination to get back up and win by half a length in
29.21. An overdue win for Elizabeth Sives and Joe Horan from Fethard came in the penultimate race when Swift Lilith dominated from the second bend to win comfortable in 29.16. Just after in the final race of the night Eskvale Becky getting past the early leader powered home to a very comfortable win in 29.61 for the same winning connections making it a very short trip back to Fethard for Elizabeth Sives and Joe Horan.
Saints were always on the front foot here and the result was never in doubt after Russell Quirke gave them a first half lead. Jimmy Carr went close on two minutes from an Ed O’Dwyer cross. Joey Mulcahy hit straight at Shane Egan twice before Ed O’Dwyer hit narrowly wide from a Joey Mulcahy pass on 18 minutes.
Shane Egan got down well to his left to make a good save from Jimmy Carr on 21 minutes.
Russell Quirke gave first blood to Saints on 24 minutes when he created space 20 yards out and his left foot shot nestled in the corner of the net. Chris Higgins did well to clear a minute later after Egan had spilled a shot. John O’Brien hit over the bar on 33 minutes for Cahir as they started to enjoy some good possession.
Rhys Byron hit the side netting from a Danny O’Brien pass on 44 minutes but they went to the break a goal down.
Saints continued in the same vein in the second half and got the second goal on 64 minutes when a well-paced Philip Drohan pass saw Jimmy Carr make it 2-0 with a good left foot finish. Ed O ‘Dwyer hit over the bar on 62 minutes from a Philip Drohan pass. Ed then saw an effort
blocked in the area.
Cian O’ Dwyer saw Kuba Beban save at his feet on 85 minutes before Saints sealed the deal late on when substitute Mark O’Keeffe finished well from a Joey Mulcahy pass to make it 3-0 and in stoppage time a delightful effort from Luke Kiely nestled in the top corner of the net to make it 4-0 to the away side.
On the back of two defeats, it was understandable that Bansha Celtic came to the bypass with the intention of making themselves hard to beat. For nearly 45mins of the game they were successful in their game plan by a combination of resolute defending, good goal keeping and spurned scoring opportunities by Clonmel Celtic. The lion’s share of possession from early in the game was with Clonmel Celtic and in the opening twenty minutes Darren Sweeney, Kyle Cuddy and Cian O’Sullivan all came close to getting the opening goal. The breakthrough finally came just before half time when Darren Sweeney beat the defender on the right wing and delivered an inviting cross to the back post where Kyle Cuddy rose highest to head Clonmel Celtic into a
deserved lead. The second half continued in much the same manner with Clonmel Celtic chasing a second goal – Sean Hawkins came close on 50 minutes and shortly after the Bansha keeper failed to hold a shot from Niall Prendergast, allowing Darren Sweeney to react to score Clonmel Celtics second. The third goal came shortly after with Niall Prendergast again provider with a good pass into the path of Darren Sweeney who finished with a well struck shot. Clonmel Celtic were well in control and the fourth goal came from Niall Prendergast with a well-placed shot from 20 yards late into the game to give Celtic a deserved win.
more damage shortly after when he finished well from the edge of the box. Then on 42 minutes Dale Loughnane scored a great individual goal to leave the score 4-0 at the interval.
Just five minutes into the second half Evan McCormack had the easiest of headers from a corner to make it five before Cian Mitchell scored a great goal from just outside the box. Cashel were more competitive in the second half and their best player on the day Seanie Fitzpatrick scored a great goal from 20 yards to pull one back. It’s been a tough start to the season in the Premier League for Cashel who will need to start picking up points soon. Peake Villa however look like they will challenge for a league title on this form.
Peake Villa showed their class when they comfortably beat a Cashel Town team who showed them too much respect in the first half. After an even enough 20 minutes where Peake Villa dominated the ball but had no real chance, they opened the scoring on 23 minutes when Ronan Mcgurie finished well. Villa were really on top now and made it two after 30 minutes when Keith Cahill scored after some tidy football. Cahill did
Two Mile Borris showed their quality when the came to the Complex in Clonmel and deservedly took all the points on offer with a very good display of football.
now and were dominating possession, their crisp passing and movement causing problems for the Town defenders. And it was no surprise when they doubled their lead through Urban Nolan. Town responded well and should have pulled a goal back when Jake French Davis forced a Borris defender to clear against his own crossbar, but Borris survived to take a two-goal lead to the break.
Town did half the deficit at the resumption through Jamie Carey, but Borris responded immediately to score again through Nolan.
Jamie Lee, Nolan and Tom Ryan were now dominating the game, and the visitors made it 4-1 when Daniel Rafter fired to the net from 20 yards. Town will hope to regroup and find some answers as the face Borris again next week in the Munster Junior Cup.
Following last week’s victory over Cashel Town, Borris continued their fine form and took the lead when Jake Jordan took advantage of some loose passing to rifle an effort past Michael Walsh. Borris were enjoying themselves Wilderness played hosts to
Galbally in their first home game of the season, but it didn’t go to plan with the away side winning four nil.
There were very few chances in the first half with both sides cancelling each other out but a crazy 10 minute period in the second half saw Galbally score three times. to stun the hosts. Ger Quinlan opened the scoring when a ball was crossed in, and he scored from close range. On 47 minutes, Quinlan grabbed his second with a great strike from 25 yards and Galbally got a third on 55 minutes through Paul Fitzgerald with another good strike.
Galbally had a man sent off with 17 minutes remaining and Wilderness had two one v one’s but just couldn’t get on the scoresheet.
Galbally broke on 87 minutes and sealed the points with a fourth from Scott Fitzgerald. A frustrating day for wilderness when nothing seemed to go their way.
Borris played there second league fixture at a windy Newhill and came away with another great result to make it two wins from two this season. Tipp Town took the lead following a defensive mix-up in defence on 20 minutes. Borris were level on 28 minutes through a clinical finish from the lively Christy Burke after good work from Dylan cotter. The same combination was on hand to put Borris 2-1 up on 35 minutes when good closing from Christy Burke resulted in Dylan Cotter cooly finishing to the net. The game looked effectively over when Borris went 3-1 up on 65 minutes when Donnocha Troy rounded two players before giving the keeper no chance. It was 4-1 on 76 minutes when Darren Ivors capped a great performance with a great finish after been put through on goal. Michael Anthony McCarthy rounded off the scoring in the 85th minute when he scored a well-deserved goal for his performance with a calm finish after a good through ball.
Cullen welcomed Vee Rovers to Aisling Park Cullen on Sunday afternoon and showed the visitors that they meant business immediately when Max Reardon playing a lovely through ball to Darren McGrath who squared for Tony O’Neill to finish well off his right foot.
Cullen went 2-0 up on 22minutes when an O’Neill corner was knocked home by Thomas O’Mahoney.
Cullen largely dominated the first half and Darren McGrath finished well on 36minutes when played through one-on-one. Rovers made a few changes at half time and came out more organised and more determined in the second half closing down Cullen well, and were well deserving of their goal when Jamie O’Rian played in Corey Morrissey and the Vee striker finished well. Cullen possible should have added another goal with Darren McGrath and Micheal Elligott going close but the game finished 3-1 to Cullen.
first 10 minutes of the game and were awarded for their efforts when a good delivery from Adam Garret was met by Niall Dunne at the back post.
Not too long after, great play between the front three of Adam Garrett, Darren Horgan and Lucciano Careilli ended up with Horgan finding the net. The home team did not stop there and another very good delivery was met in the box with a bullet header from Adam Garrett to make it 3-0.
On 35 minutes Powerstown were awarded a penalty and made no mistake with John Alan Lowes scoring.
Minutes later the away side were awarded yet another penalty, but David Purcell in the Villa goal was not to be beaten again and made a brilliant save to keep the score at 3-1.
Second half Villa had most of the possession but could not convert chances, and to their credit Powerstown hit the back of the net from a set-piece with 20 minutes to go, Mark Olney scoring. Villa were under pressure yet again for the next few moments of the game but could not be broken down with Keelan Graham and John Walsh working tirelessly in the middle of the field.
The introduction of Villa youth’s player Ben Moroney with 15 minutes to go steadied the ship and an absolute 25-yard wonder strike from the youngster straight into the top corner gave the home side breathing space yet again at 4-2.
With Powerstown driving forward in the last moments of the game, Lucciano, with a moment of magic, skipped past two defenders and buried to the bottom corner for Villa to seal the game 5-2.
A very good result for Peake Villa, who have been working hard in training and it is showing with two wins from two. Best on the day for Villa were Lucciano Carielli, Conor Loughnane, Adam Garret, and man of the match David Purcell.
continued for the next period until a through ball unlocked the Cashel defence and Simon Farrell cooly finished to make it 2 nil on 11 minutes. Only 2 minutes later another crossed ball held up in the wind and Eoin Walsh was first to react to make it 3 nil. The home side started to play some decent football and Darragh Cronin cut in from the right and his shot found the net on 19 minutes. This period of dominance saw Tommy McDonagh run onto a great pass and with the advancing keeper getting a great touch that only fell back into the path of the advancing Suirside man who second time of asking made it 5 nil on 27 minutes and this is how the first half ended.
Cashel Town made some effective changes at half time and with the wind at their backs most definitely started the second half the better team. Their possession and work rate was rewarded on 52 minutes when Jack Price make it 5 -1 with a an opportunistic finish. Cashel continued to enjoy the better of the exchanges but were unlucky not to add to their tally. As their sheer effort took it’s toll on weary legs, Suirside wrapped this one up 7 minutes from the end when John Darmody, got his reward for chasing lost causes by pouncing onto a deflected clearance and finished to the top corner. Conor Makim, working hard all afternoon got his deserved goal and Suirside’s 7th on 86 minutes to close this one out.
Undoubtedly Suirside were worth the win but the scoreline was particularly harsh on the visitors.
Cahir park faced a well organised peak villa team in their first game of the season. Cahir started the brighter and opened the scoring threw leigh Murphy. Cahir pulled on the pressure and got caught with a good counter attack and villa levelled threw Jamie Stapleton.
Cahir dominated the possession and played some lovely football and were awarded and penalty from a well worked move down the right, the penalty was converted by callum butler to make it 2-1 at half time.
The second have started like the first and peak again caught cahir with a lovely counter attack to make it 2-2 threw charlie lawton with 49mins played. 2mins later peak had a free kick from the right hand side, a lovely cross was finished superbly from jason patterson to make it 2-3.
Cahir kept playing lovely football and were awarded a penalty after osion power was taking down in the area, callum butler slotted home to make it 3-3. Cahir kept pushing and took the lead again threw leigh Murphy who finished expertly lovely cross from Dean Cummins to make it 4-3. Cahir sealed the victory from a lovely solo finish from rowan Barrett to make it 5-3. This was a fantastic game from both sides who played some fantastic football.
winning start to the season.
Villa
This game started at a frantic pace as both teams tried to get on the front foot on what was an immaculate playing surface.
Cashel Town had the first effort on goal through Artem Izhko with the ball comfortably held by Mark Kelly in the Suirside goal. Some good passing through midfield saw the ball crossed in and headed behind for a corner. The resulting corner on 4 minutes saw Jason Coffey float in a ball that was taken by the wind into an unguarded net to give the home side the lead. The frantic pace, particularly in midfield
Old bridge got off to a fast start taking the lead in the first minute through Sean Maher. Moyglass got going and probably just shaded the rest of an entertaining first half where both teams had a few good chances. Old Bridge doubled their lead on 50 minutes thanks to a neat finish from Martin Kennedy. Moyglass pulled one back five minutes later when Niall Doocey finished well following a lovely lay-off by Craig Nolan. While Moyglass were building the pressure looking for an equalizer, a mistake at the back cost them and Old bridge restored their two-goal lead through David Garrett on 70 minutes. Moyglass started to commit more men forward and got their reward on 78 minutes thanks to a good finish from Johnny Gleeson. Again, while pushing for the equalizer with time running out, Old Bridge were rewarded an indirect free inside the box and a clever finish from Sean Maher sealed all 3 points for the visitors.
Saints B conceded two late goals which made the scoreline harsh on them in a game in which they were well in for the most part. It was a slow enough opening 15 minutes in the breezy conditions with both sides trying to get to grips with each other until the 18th minute when Cianan O’Brien got in on the right flank and his cross saw Gus Nolan in the area who found the corner of the Saints net. Saints hit back and on 23 minutes a Micky Bowers header went just wide. From an Alex Webster free kick Gus Nolan fired over the bar on 28 minutes. A free from Niall Hallissey was headed away for a corner on 31 minutes before Micky Bowes was again just wide from a Jamie Malone cross on the left. Faolan Doyle who had a good game in goals for Saints saved from John O’Dwyer on 35 minutes. Cian Crowe saw a goal bound shot blocked on 37 minutes but the score remained at one nil to the visitors.
Saints spurned a good chance on
57 minutes when a strong run down the left by Jamie Malone saw him cross for Cian Crowe who saw his effort hit the bar when he looked likely to level matters up. Both sides used their benches as tiredness set in on their first game of the season. Faolan Doyle did well on 70 minutes to save from John O’Dwyer from a Jamie Roche cross.
Saints conceded two goals in a minute with time running out when substitute Anthony Boyle was on hand twice to convert two crosses in quick succession and ensure the points in this Division 2 clash at the complex. Saints will take plenty from the game going forward and with players showing promise and a few weeks training and matches should see them be competitive in this division.
TSDL
Liam Doyle opened the scoring for Mullinahone in the 39th minute.
Burncourt’s Cathal English got the equaliser in the 8th minute of the second half. It was back and forth until the 81st minute when Wayne Laslett for Mullinahone sent the home team 2-1 up. Adam Doyle found the back of the net from a lovely cross from Alex Maher in the 89th minute and Alex provided the perfect last-minute cross in to Rhyen Hicks in the 92nd minute to wrap up the scoring and all three points for a very impressive Mullinahone side.
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The home team dominated from the start and it’s no exaggeration to say they could have been three up in the first eight minutes, a combination of gilt edge chances missed and a fine save from the keeper kept it at nil all.
On 28 minutes Cahir came close again when a shot from distance hit the post.
However, from their next attack Cahir finally made the pressure tell when David Clifford finished a good move with a smart finish. The home side continued to dominate and on 41 minutes another good save from the visitors keeper kept the score at 1 nil.
The second half the home team started the better and forced a couple of early corners however, the home team got back on top and continued to create and miss chances
Rosegreen started very well against a strong wind in the first half. Both sides had a few chances, but it was the home side who took the lead with a lovely worked goal from Anto Hoare. Tipp Town came out in the 2nd half like a new a team and quickly equalised. Rosegreen were reduced to 10 men with 20 mins to go but the introduction of the very experienced Davy Brabston changed the game, and his son Christopher scored twice in the last 10 minutes to give the home side a 3-1 win.
On 71 minutes the visitors drew level when Ned Lowry scored from the penalty spot. Cahir dominated the last 20 mins but couldn’t find a way to get what would have been the winner.
TSDL Youths Division 2
were the more clinical of the two sides over the 90 minutes. The day had started really well for Galbally when Tiernan Ryan put them in front with a great strike on 25 minutes, but they couldn’t add to their tally before half time and were made to pay when Lorcan Butler equalised just before the half time interval.
Now in the ascendancy, Cahir got their noses in front when Donagh Keating scored on 65 minutes before Joe Regan secured the points with Cahir’s third on 80 minutes.
TSDL Youths Division 2
Kilsheelan welcomed Killenaule Rovers FC to the Ormond Stores pitch on Sunday afternoon in their first home game of the campaign, as both sides had to settle for a share of the points in a one-all draw. It was the visitors who opened the scoring on the 20-minute mark, when Conor Sinnott got beyond the home
14th and 15th of September
Youths Division 1) Saturday 1409-24
Clonmel Town V Two Mile Borris
2.30pm, Mark Haide
This was a game between two very young teams where the points were shared. After a very competitive opening it was Shanbally who took the lead on 25 minutes with a good strike from Conor English.
Cashel responded well however and scored an equaliser on 38 minutes with a shot from 10 yards by Ronan Colville.
In an end-to-end game, Shanbally regained the lead on the stroke of half time with a goal from Harrison Conway. The second half remained scoreless even though both teams created chances, however with literally the last kick of the game
A closely contested tie was eventually won by Cahir Park who
Shane McCarthy finished from close range after a goalmouth scramble from a corner to earn the home side a deserved point.
Cahir Park V Cullen Lattin 2.30pm, Paddy Keane
Clonmel Celtic V Peake Villa 2.30pm, Michael Corrigan
Youths Division 2) Saturday 14-09-24
Two Mile Borris (B) V Shanbally
2.30pm, Michael Chapman
Galbally V Mullinahone 2.30pm, Michael Duffy
Cashel Town V SC&K 2.30pm, John Lyons
St Michaels V Cahir Park(B) 2.30pm, John Maguire
Sunday the 15th of September
Munster Junior Cup 1st Round
Cahir Park V Cullen Lattin, 12pm, M
Corrigan
Munster Junior Cup 2nd Round
Bansha Celtic V Tipp Town Mark
Jordan
Cashel Town V St Michaels 3pm Paddy
Keane
Wilderness Rovers V Powerstown 12pm, John Maguire
Galbally United V Clonmel Celtic
defence to break the deadlock. Both sides shared possession, before Kilsheelan deservedly equalised with ten minutes remaining in the half. Ben Power’s deep corner was flicked back across the goal to Jake Dowley who volleyed home from close-range to level the game at half-time. Kilsheelan saw more of the ball in the second-half and had three massive chances to find the lead. Firstly, Jamie Ryan found space beyond the Killenaule defence before the visitors keeper made a
3pm, John Lyons
Two Mile Borris V Clonmel Town 3pm
Michael Duffy
Munster Junior Shield
Donohill & District V Burncourt 3pm, Ger Ward
St Nicholas V Ballymackey FC (B) (North Tipp) 3pm, Mark Jordan
Killenaule Rovers V SC&K 3pm,
Michael Chapman
Shinrone (North Tipp) V Ballingarry, 3pm
Munster Junior Shield 2nd Round
Suirside V Moyglass 3pm, Mark Haide
League Division 2
Cashel Town V St Michaels (B) 12pm, Nicky Coughlan
League Division 3 Clonmel Celtic V SC&K (B) 12pm, Michael Freiberg
Tipperary Town (B) V Mullinahone 3pm, Billy O Donoghue Fixtures
Saturday the 21st and Sunday the 22nd of September 2024
Munster Youth Cup Preliminary Round Saturday 21-09-24
fantastic save to keep his effort out. Moments later, Daniel Condon picked up the ball 25 yards out before unleashing an effort that rattled the Killenaule crossbar, bouncing on the line before being cleared. Soon after, Paddy Murphy had a chance himself when he saw his acrobatic bicycle-kick fly beyond the Killenaule keeper only to be cleared on the line. The full-time whistle was blown shortly after, as both teams picked up their first point of the season.
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