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Billy Ryan has been in good form Eoin Cody will be hoping to start in Mullingar

win saw the Cats play their best hurling of the year to date. e defeat in urles to Colm Bonnar’s Tipperary was unlucky, a share of the spoils might have been the fairer result. A very entertaining trip to Chadwick’s Wexford Park saw a great game for the neutral.

Brian Cody should have a much better idea of his best starting XV. I don’ think we will see the full lineup tomorrow. TJ Reid, I would imagine will continue his rehab and perhaps make an appearance over the May bank holiday when Kilkenny travel to take on one of their most famous sons, Henry She in and his Galway charges. One would imagine that the Noresiders will have too much in an attacking sense for most opponents in the group stages, and this should allow TJ to come back when ready, rather than be rushed be ahead of schedule. Twice young hurler of the year, Eoin Cody will look to kick on again this year, following heartbreak at All-Ireland club and Fitzgibbon cup level earlier this year. e Ballyhale attacker is an absolute joy to watch, and he along with Billy Ryan will be asked to provide the spark for the Cats attacking unit. Mossy Keoghan has provided a real focal point for Kilkenny this season and has a keen eye for goal. e managers decision to move accomplished No.6, Padraig Walsh to the centre-forward position has proved somewhat of a masterstroke. Some of his shooting has been sensational so far this season. Will the Tullaroan man continue in this attacking role through the championship? It would take a brave man to move the classy Walsh now.

Don’t forget, last season’s captain, Adrian Mullen will still have big role to play across the

championship campaign. Mullen will get through mountains of work, and won’t be afraid to mix it when the going gets tough. It will be interesting to see where captain Richie Reid slots in to Mr. Cody’s team. Could it be a role in the engine room for the Ballyhale maestro? If the half-back line is made up of Mikey Carey, Paddy Deegan and David Blanch eld, mid eld could well be Richie’s home. e vision and quality of passing that Mikey Carey has shown, could be a useful tool for this Kilkenny side. Add the attacking threat and scoring ability from the other ank by David Blanch eld, and you can see why the Marble County faithful are quietly optimistic about the next few years. However, when you line-out in the black & amber, it’s about now, not the future. Glenmore’s All-Star goalkeeper Eoin Murphy will have the inform Huw Lawlor and Mikey Butler in front of him, and this will be vital in the Cats defensive structure. e chemistry between the O’Loughlin’s duo is clear for all to see. Lawlor is rightly regarded as one of the best, if not the best No.3’s in the business and having the tenacious Butler beside him can only be good for the Kilkenny rearguard. A good start to the championship is key in helping drive the team forward and build momentum. e Kilkenny supporters will hurling of the year to date. demand nothing less than a victory e defeat in urles to Colm tomorrow evening. Bonnar’s Tipperary was unlucky, entertaining trip to Chadwick’s the neutral.

Brian Cody should have a much better idea of his best starting XV. I don’ think we will see the full lineup tomorrow. TJ Reid, I would imagine will continue his rehab and perhaps make an appearance over the May bank holiday when Kilkenny travel to take on one of their most famous sons, Henry She in and his Galway charges. One would imagine that the Noresiders will have too much in an attacking sense for most opponents in the group stages, and this should allow TJ to come back when ready, rather than be rushed be ahead of schedule. Twice young hurler of the year, Eoin Cody will look to kick on again this year, following heartbreak at All-Ireland club and Fitzgibbon cup level earlier this year. e Ballyhale attacker is an absolute joy to watch, and he along with Billy Ryan will be asked to provide the spark for the Cats attacking unit. Mossy Keoghan has provided a real focal point for Kilkenny this season and has a keen eye for goal. e managers decision to move accomplished No.6, Padraig Walsh to the centre-forward position has proved somewhat of a masterstroke. Some of his shooting has been sensational so far this season. Will the Tullaroan man continue in this attacking role through the championship? It would take a brave man to move the classy Walsh now. Don’t forget, last season’s captain, Adrian Mullen will still have big role to play across the

On your marks..get set... CHAMPIONSHIP!

>> SHERRY SAYS...

We’ll be right back, after the break. Thankfully it’s been a short break. Championship hurling is back tomorrow night. We hit the road to Mullingar to take on the Lake County. Joe Fortune is a bright young coach, who has County. Joe Fortune is a bright young coach, who has been building a reputation over the last number of years across many teams.

Westmeath will be back in division one next season. This Westmeath will be back in division one next season. This will help their development as they seek to establish a foothold with the ‘big boys’.

Kilkenny will have planned for tomorrow’s game and be Kilkenny will have planned for tomorrow’s game and be thoroughly prepared for the challenge that they will face at Cusack Park. Brian Cody has been round long enough to recognise potential banana skins.

Some media pundits have been praising this version of Cody’s Some media pundits have been praising this version of Cody’s Cats, and praising his unearthing of potential gems like Butler, Cats, and praising his unearthing of potential gems like Butler, Blanchfield and Carey. There’s no doubting the extra quality Blanchfield and Carey. There’s no doubting the extra quality that these men bring to the Kilkenny squad, and hopefully we that these men bring to the Kilkenny squad, and hopefully we will get to see this over the next couple of months. will get to see this over the next couple of months.

Cody will be keen to secure an opening day win ahead of the Cody will be keen to secure an opening day win ahead of the first home championship fixture against Cheddar’s Laois next first home championship fixture against Cheddar’s Laois next week. week.

I hope the men in stripes make an early championship I hope the men in stripes make an early championship statement in Mullingar. Leinster Championship... let’s be havin’ statement in Mullingar. Leinster Championship... let’s be havin’ you! you!

Be like Cody. Be like Cody.

You are Kilkenny senior hurling manager. Championship is You are Kilkenny senior hurling manager. Championship is starting. You can only pick 15 players. starting. You can only pick 15 players.

Who makes the cut? Is there a Mooncoin man or two in your Who makes the cut? Is there a Mooncoin man or two in your team? Would Ronan Corcoran claim a jersey? You decide!! team? Would Ronan Corcoran claim a jersey? You decide!!

Email your starting 15 to me – Email your starting 15 to me – sportseditor@kilkennyobserver.ie sportseditor@kilkennyobserver.ie

Planning notices

KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL I, Patricia Blewitt Jenkins intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Retention Planning Permission to retain existing detached garage and porch to the front of existing dwelling house and all associated site development works at Clashcollaire, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL We, Shane and Orla Doyle of Clonard, Grove, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny intend to apply for planning permission for the demolition of the existing rear, lean-to conservatory and the construction in lieu of site development works at Clashcollaire, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. a new single storey kitchen extension, bay window and associated internal modifications. Separately, a The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost new open, garden pergola and timber deck, incorporating training pool, hot tub, store, shower and WC of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, with associated external works. All work located to the rear of the existing house. John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. The application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the a copy at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL We, Shane and Orla Doyle of Clonard, Grove, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny intend to apply for planning permission for the demolition of the existing rear, lean-to conservatory and the construction in lieu of a new single storey kitchen extension, bay window and associated internal modifications. Separately, a new open, garden pergola and timber deck, incorporating training pool, hot tub, store, shower and WC with associated external works. All work located to the rear of the existing house. The application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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St. Anthony Prayer,

O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms. The gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen M.M

The Miracle Prayer

Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. M.M

The Miracle Prayer

Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. M.B

A prayer to the Blessed Virgin

(never known to fail). O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, O Star of the sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to grant my request. (Please state request). There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after this the request will be granted. This prayer must be published immediately. P.K

The Miracle Prayer

Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. P.K

St. Anthony Prayer,

O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms. The gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen M.B

A prayer to the Blessed Virgin

(never known to fail). O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, O Star of the sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to grant my request. (Please state request). There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. I place this cause in your hands (three times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after this the request will be granted. This prayer must be published immediately. M.B

The Miracle Prayer

Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. S.M