Week 29-11-09

Rearing Teenagers - 10 Golden Rules This talk will be given by Dr. Vincent Moloney at Scoil Ruain. Killenaule on Thursday 3rd December 2009 at 7.30 p.m. Duration of talk 1 hour 15 minutes approx. No connection with Scoil Ruain. Required admission fee, no booking necessary. All are welcome. Dr Vincent Moloney is an internalimally in child adolescent development - a medical doctor in psychiatric medicine. He is an extremely knowledgeable man on the subject of special needs also an intriguing and humorous speaker. Pick up your details at back of church.

Trocaire Working for a just world. The annual collected from the parishes of the Cashel and Emly archdiocese for 2009 was~45,201.15. These returns are truly excellent, all the hard work carried out by clergy and people of the parish - we say thanks.

"Do This In Memory Of me" The alone programme in preparation for our children's 1st communion commence last Sunday 22nd November 2009. The children excelled themselves in their participation in the mass due to the support of the team (parents) of the children. The children's choir was from Ballinure school under the direction of Monica Butler. The choir led the celebration with the beautiful hymn "as we are gathered" the team of the mass. Each child light a candle from the paschal candle recalling the children's baptismal promises by the whole congregation present concluding with recessional Hymn - colours of the day. Our thanks to the team Eleanor Prendergast, Philomena Cunlu, Sinead Lee, Barbara Keating and Alan Keating.
Team for month of December will meet in St.Mary's school on this Monday night at 8 o'clock to plan programme for December mass on Sunday 13th December. This will be toy mass Sunday with Killenaule children's choir present.

Killenaule Playground Development Group The above group are delighted to announce that Santa Clause will be visiting the sports complex on Sunday 13th December.

Killenaule Lotto With no winner again this week, the club add another €200 making the jackpot prize €8,000.There was no match "3" winners either . 4 lucky dips: Michael McCormack, Kylenahone, Bridget Purcell, Bingo. Michael Doyle, Killenaule and Willie Gleeson, Killenaule. Join now to win;€ 8,000 .

Welcome -Welcomed into the Christian Community was baby Cloe Mary O'Connor daughter of Pat and Mary O'Connor.

St.Mary's Christmas Carol Service . Preparation is well advanced and on going for a great concert come carol service in St.Mary's Church.We tell you more nearer to the date.

Bailey Nursing Home Christmas Party Will be held on December 8th.This a date for your diary and always a great event.

Advent Evening Devotions Every Sunday evening of advent at 7 o'clock with rosary and benediction.

KiIlenaule Active Retirement Association The next meeting of the association will take place on thursday, 3rd December in St.Mary's Hall at 2.30 p.m. All members requested to attend. New members are also welcome.

St.Vincent De Paul Annual collection next weekend. On the 5th and 6th December in Moyglass and Killenaule.

Slieveardagh Rural Development Lecture Myth and legend and Lore of Ancient Ireland Lecture on Wednesday December 9th 2009 in Heritage Centre,River Street,Killenaule at 8 p.m. Lecture given by Fr. Sean 0 Duinn,PHD of Glenstall Abbey. Admission is €5. Refreshments also served.

KILLENAULE JUVENILE GAA CLUB:
UI0: Because the blitz for our U10's has been can- celled the Juvenile Club hopes to make a presentation to the players to acknowledge their efforts for the year.
U16: We have received word from the County Hearings Committee that our outstanding league matches are to be refIxed. We are now awaiting word from South Board Na Nog as to the arrangments.
We will keep you up to date on any developments.
CALENDARS The last few calendars are now on general sale. They are on sale in the Post Office and in Hassetts.

ALL STARS There was a mistake in last weeks notes about the date of our banquet which has been fixed for Saturday the 13th of February. As this is Valentines weekend we can expect a sell out attendance. Tickets will be scarce and will be available for Christmas. So get your order in early to avoid disappointment. Remember this will be one of the biggest occasions in our club history when we will honour our best players of the last 25years.

BEST OF LUCK To a former Blast of the Past, Tom Shelly who has declared his intention to run for club chairman in the upcoming senior AGM. Tom has given terrific service to the club in many capacities and it would fulfil a life- time ambition to become chairman.

BLAST FROM THE PAST This week's "Blast" had a relatively short career considering the enormous potential he displayed as a juvenile. As a youngster Philip Butler was the brightest prospect. in our club. He was almost unbeatable under the dropping ball and it was very common to see him emerge from a ruck of players with the sliothar safely tucked away in his "paw". As a juvenile he won an under 15 South hurling medal and as a Minor he fea- tured on our Intermediate team. It was surely one of the great injustice's that he wasn't selected on the county minor hurling team because at the time he was one of the best around. Work commitments was to take him away from Killenaule for a few years but he returned to share in our U21 successes of the late seventies. Although he had lost a bit of pace he still possessed great aerial ability. He quickly regained his place on the intermediate team and he scored the vital goal when we defeated Cahir in a very low scoring South (mal in 1978. He soldiered on for a few more years in the lower ranks before he transferred his allegiance to Marlifield where he now lives. He gave great service to his new club up to his retirement. Philip Was also a talented footballer who had played minor and U21 football with Ballingarry and starred with them for many years. In recent years Philip has gone in to the pub business and he runs the very successful Butler's Sports Bar in Fethard. It has become a favourite watering hole for us whether we are celebrating or drowning our sorrows after matches. Take a bow Philip.

ADJOURNED CONVENTION Our adjourned convention takes place on Thursday 26th November in St. Mary's Hall. This is a very impor- tant meeting as we hope to put in place team managers and selectors for the coming year. Anyone interested in helping out feel free to attend.

QUIZTIME The answer to last week's question was Tom Shanahan and Ned Croke who were the first Killenaule players to win All Ireland senior medals.

This week's question is; In what year did Killenaule win two county hurling titles in Semple Stadium and who were the captains.

Week 22-11-09

Tidy Schools Award There was great joy among the children of St. Mary's School on receiving a letter from the environmental officer stating that the school had won 1st prize in the Tidy Schools Competition. The children and all the school staff were thanked for the excellent work carried out in the school during 2009.
But just as the primary school were celebrating their good news - the principal of Scoil Ruain received the news that the school was the overall winner in the Tidy Town competition. The two schools with an overall attendance of 650 pupils is an amazing achievement. For the two schools in the town "The Marim Mor on Oige and Tiodhfaidh siad".

Shamrock Hall Ballinure Community meeting in Shamrock Hall, Ballinure on Monday night 23rd November at 8 pm. All are welcome.

Fethard District Care Centre Will hold their annual "Christmas Bazar" fundraiser on Thursday 26th November from 11 am in the centre in conjunction with the bazar. We are holding a monster raffle and cake sale. Cakes will be very welcome. Please support their very worthy cause. Senior day will be held on Friday 27th November.

SANTA CLAUS VISIT Killenaule Playground Development are delighted to announce that Santa Claus will be visiting the Sports Complex on Sunday 13th December. This wonderful Christmas Event has been enjoyed by young and old over the past couple of years and construction of the playground and other amenities is near completion. The committee are hopeful of good support again this year.
Bookings to visit Santa are essential and can be made by phoning (087) 1315717.

Christmas Toy Mass will be held on Sunday 13th December during the 11 o'clock mass and in conjunction with the "Do This In Memory Of Me Programme".

REMEMBRANCE MASS The Annual Remembrance Mass for those who have died in the past year will take place in St. Mary's Church, Killenaule on this Sunday evening at 7pm. Family relatives and friends are invited to attend. Refreshments in St. Mary's Hall after the ceremony.

Killenaule Lotto No Jackpot winner - Two Match 3 numbers. Numbers drawn (10,15,17,19) - Ann Ivers and Ann Holden, Clo Bingo.

St. Patrick's College, Thurles - Graduation Day Graduation day was held in St. Patrick's College on Thursday last 19th Nov 2009 with conferring of degrees. Bachelor of Arts in Education, Business Studies and Religion Studies - here a young man Edward Fanning of Monslatt, son of Tom and Kathleen Fanning who were present at the conferring ceremony. Later in the evening the family along with the newly conferred joined and shared a meal together to celebrate the family occasion. Congratulations Edward!!

Lecture: Medieval Sculpture in Kilcooley Abbey and the Work of Rory O Tunney. Wednesday 25th November 2009 in the Heritage Centre, Killenaule at 8 p.m Tel: (052) 9156165. Lecture given by Willie Quinlan, Maura Barrett and Liam Noonan.
Admission is €:5. Refreshments served. Proceeds go to developing heritage initiatives in the Slieveardagh region.

Open Invitation The official opening and blessing of Siur Haven, Thurles Cancer Support Centre, Clongour Rd., Thurles, will take place on Sunday November 22nd at 2 pm followed by an open evening until 5 pm. All are welcome. Phone: (0502) 21197.The centre offers emotional support. practical help and information in a safe, positive and confidential environment.

Wedding Bells Senan Wall and Suzane Horgan. Geraldine and Jim Connell all married recently. AlI are wished every happiness and have a long and happy married life from the people of Killenaule.
Congratulations to Paul Healy and Helen Cooke who were married recently in St.Mary's. Killenaule.

TABLE QUIZ . Ballinure Parents Association Primary School will hold a Table Quiz in Ardagh House on Friday 20th November at 9.30pm. Table of 4: €20. Raffle of large hamper and several other prizes.

NIGHTS OF COMEDY Glengoole/Gortnahoe Drama Group will stage two one act comedies in Glengoole Hall on Thursday 19th, Friday 20th . and Sunday 22nd November at 8.30pm. Admission Adults €10, Children €5.
All proceeds for Glengoole Community Dressing fund.

CHRISTMAS FLORAL DEMONSTRATION Clonmel Flower Club will hold a Gala Christmas Floral Demonstration in Clonmel Park Hotel in aid of Alzheimers Society of Ireland. Tickets €10. Demonstration on Monday 23rd November at 8pm. Refreshments, Door Prize and raffle.

CREDIT UNION AWARDS On Saturday 14th November at a very enjoyable function held in Anner Hotel, Thurles, the Credit Union Thurles Branch hosted People of the Year Awards 2009. Members of the public nominate people from their communities and awards aim to recognise the "unsung Heroes" who have made a real difference in their communities. Award recipients are chosen from the public nominations by a judging panel and twelve recipients were chosen. Four of those were from Killenaule, Declan Fanning, Cliona O'Dwyer, Sean Watts and Lily Barrett, also Kitty Quinn, Thurles, Eddie Barnable, Gortnahoe, Ed Donnelly, Horse and Jockey, Denis Jordan, Thurles. Congratulations to Special Awards winners Kitty O'Dwyer, Littleton, Kitty Curran, Thurles, Pat Buckley, Upperchurch, Dareen Hehir, Holycross, Declan Fanning, Killenaule. Killenaule recipients wish to thank Local Branch Credit Union and those who nominated them for "People of the Year" Awards. Special thanks to Thurles Branch Credit Union for the lovely Awards and the delicious meal served to perfection by Anner Hotel.

KILLENAULE GAA

CLUB U10 - It looks like the Ul0 blitz will not now take place. The players had looked forward to this all year but it seems the inclement weather has spoiled the party. Whoever came up with the idea of playing Ul0 hurling in October and November must surely be out of touch with the Irish weather. Maybe next year these games will be played during the summer.
UI6 - After three months of waiting it seems like our U16 hurlers will finally get their chance to complete their
championship. It is a credit to our club officers who have fought tooth and nail for fair play for these lads. We have no idea when these games will be refixed for but we look forward to completing our programme of games. We can only guess that the South and County' championships are to be declared null and void.
Players will be notified of arrangements.
CALENDARS There are still some calendars available and can be purchased for €10.

ALL STARS There has been a change of date for our All Star banquet which will now take place on Saturday 6th February in the Park Hotel Clonmel. The tickets will be available well in advance so that people can have them purchased before Christmas or as Christmas presents. Nominations will be accepted right up to Christmas and nomination forms are available from Joe or Bob. Remember you have a chance to determine who the best footballers and hurlers were over the last 25 years. Since 1984 Killenaule have won 40 South titles and 14 county titles and players from this club have brought home numerous All Ireland and Munster medals to the parish. In the past 25 years we have also collected 2 hurling All Stars. So its going to be no cakewalk getting a place on this team.

BLAST FROM THE PAST This week's "Blast" is not eligible for our All Stars but if he was he would have been a certainty. Back in the late 50's a young man from Graystown burst on the scene and was to take the hurling world by storm in the following years.
Tom Ryan was unmistakable with his fair hair and he possessed the hardest shot in the country. He won a Minor All Ireland in 1959 and very quickly progressed to the senior ranks and he was one of the stars of Tipp's wins in 1961/62. He also had the distinction of scoring one the best goals ever scored in Croke Park when he doubled on a ball forty yards out and the first anyone knew of it was when the umpire raised the green flag. He was also to the fore when Killenaule won South senior titles in the early 60's. Tom was the star of South Tipperary hurling at the time and very few players got the better of him. Tom toured with the Tipperary team to New York in the 60's and was to prove a big hit there.
Tom was to create headlines in the mid 60's when he transferred away from Killenaule and Tipperary and resumed his hurling career in Clare. With Clare he featured in many great battles against his native County but alas as good as he was he couldn't carry them on his own. After his stint with Clare he transferred to Galway with whom he starred for a few more years. Tom was almost forgotten about until 1977 when he returned to play with Killenaule and although he was now in his veteran years he certainly created a I great buzz in the parish. Alas the years had taken their toll and Tom couldn't perform miracles so at the end of that year he retired.
He still retains great interest in the game and he had the honour of leading our club in the parade to mark the 100th anniversary of the South Board. He still looks like he could handle a hurley. A man who will always be spoken about when hurling in Killenaule is being discussed, Take A Bow Tom!.

QUIZTIME The answer to last week's question was Bob Hall. Who was the first Killenaule man to become chairman of the South Board. Ironically Bob was also a selector on the Tipperary minor team in 1959 and Bob was also the headmaster in Graystown School when a young boy by the name of Tom Ryan attended.
This week's question is: Who was the first Killenaule man to win an All Ire- land Senior Medal.

Week 15-11-09

Sunday Evening 22nd November at 7.00.Remembrance Mass for Dead of the Parish. The annual remembrance mass for the 25 parishioners who have died in our parish since our last remembrance mass will take place in St.Mary's, Killenaule on Sunday evening next 22nd November at 7 o'clock. Family, relations and friends of all those deceased are invited to attend. Brendan and Anna Bailey will lead with music and hymns, specially chosen for the occasion. Each family carry a "Remembrance Candle" and place on the special candelabra in front of the altar. Each family will place a flower bulb in the remembrance garden. Following the ceremonies in the church, all families and friends are invited to St.Mary's hall for tea and a get together.

Circling The Town The new CD launched by Michael Molumby was a most enjoyable evening in the Premier Hall,Thurles. The hall was beautifully decorated, with tables, layed out throughout the hall and blue and gold of Tipperary very evident. Michael was 'very appreciate of the Killenaule support. Admission was free from the sale of the CD went to North Tipperary Hospice,which was a very substantial sum of money for a great cause.

St.Mary's Central N.S. Killenaule Person required for in school cleaning services. 10 hours weekly. Applications for the position to be submitted to the Board of Management of the above school on or before November 30th 2009. Further details available in the office. Tel: (052) 9156447 Fax: (052) 9156071. Email: mariakillns@gmail.com.

Annual General MeetingThe A.G.M of Slieveardagh Rural Development Ltd will be held on Wednesday 18th November 2009 at 8.00 p.m. in the Slieveardagh Enterprise Centre, River Street,Killenaule. All are welcome.

Killenaule Playground Development Group The above group are delighted to announce that Santa Clause will be visiting the sports complex on Sunday 13th December. This wonderful Christmas event has been enjoyed by many people, young and old. Over the past couple of years and as the construction of the playground and other amenities near completion, the committee are hopeful of great support again this year.Bookings to visit Santa are essential and can be made by phoning (087) 1315717. Anyone wishing to assist on the day or with preparations please attend next meeting in Ardagh House on Monday 16th November at 9 p.m or contact a committee member.

Clonmel Flower Club Gala Christmas Floral Demonstration on Monday 23rd November at 8 pm. In Clonmel Park Hotel in aid of Alzheimer's Society of Ireland. Tickets-€10 Refreshments. Door prize and raffle.

Lecture: Medieval Sculpture in Kilcooley Abbey and The Work of Rory O' Tunney. Wednesday 25th November 2009 in the Heritage Centre, Killenaule at 8 p.m. Tel: (052) 9156165. Lecture given by Willie Quinlan, Maura Barrett and Liam Noonan. Admission is-t25.Refreshments served. Proceeds go to developing heritage initiatives in the Slieveardagh region.

I.C.A. Members and friends of local guild LC.A. attended the November meeting held in St. Mary's hall on Wednesday, November 4. The annual 'International Night' cookery demonstration was given by chef Siobhan Brennan, Cahir. Siobhan cooked a starter (Italian), main course (Russian) and dessert (German). When ail was cooked, our members attending had a tasting of all dishes and tea, scones and cakes provided by guild members were enjoyed by all. Next meeting of guild will be on Tuesday, December . 8 (note change of date) in St. Mary's , Hall and will be the Christmas Party.

Halloween Hamper Draw The Killenaule Playground Development Group held a draw on Friday, October 30. The raffle was very well supported and the committee thank everyone who contributed so generoulsy. Winners of hampers were Michael Lahart, Margaret Maher, Joan Prendergast and Calm Bergin. Next meeting will take place in Ardagh House on Monday, November 16, at 9 p.m. All are welcome to come along and hear the progress of work.

A.G.M. The A.G.M. of Slieveardagh Rural Development will beheld on Wednesday, November 18, in
Slieveardagh Enterprise Centre, River Street, Killenaule at 8 p.m. More members are needed to represent Killenaule. All are welcome.

Sale of Work Reminder, Sale of Work on Sunday, November 22, in the Community Hall, Moyglass at 1 p.m. Now is the time to get anything you do not need in the home or garden ready for Sale of Work. Proceeds of sale going towards Senior Citizens Party on December 8.

Fred's Fashions The local charity shop run by St. Vincent de Paul will take your unwanted curtains, used clothing and shoes, (clean and dry ladies mens and childrens). The branch cannot help those in need if you, cannot help us. Thanks to an who support by donating and to our customers. Shop opens Thursdays and Fridays.

Active Retirement The monthly meeting was held on Thursday, November 5 at 2.30p.m. in St. Mary's Hall. Kevin Collins, well known for his interest in Bird Watch and writer of a column in the Nationalist each week; spoke to the members and showed slides on birds that come into our gardens and yards, what we.should put out for them to eat this time of the year.
It was a very interesting evening but very disappointing on the very small attendance of members.

G.A.A. Lotto Result Results November 9: no jackpot winner, two match 3's, Damien Gleeson, Killenaule, Leah Tuohy- Butler. Next week's jackpot will be €7,600 .

Moyglass Graveyard Fund Collection Killenaule and Moy- glass last month €913. Thank you.

GAA
U10 It is hoped that the Ul0 hurling blitz will take place this weekend, depending on the weather. Players will be notified.
Team Mentors With our playing season now over the hunt begins for mentors for the upcoming season. It is hoped to encourage players and past players to get involved. If you think you have something to offer just contact any of the committee and you will be made very welcome.

Calendar Our sales are going great and it is excepted that it will be a 100% sellout.

All Stars Looking at some of the returned team sheets it seems that there may be a lot of surprises when our All Stars will be announced, on January 30 in the Park Hotel, Clonmel. A nomination paper can be had from any committee member, and remember that the closing date is the second week of December.

Blast From The Past . This week's blast always stood. out from everybody else because not only was he one of our best prospects as a juvenile but he was also one of the tallest. Sean Ryan was one of our best juveniles in the 80's but he had to wait until 1987 to really make his mark. When Killenaule played Fethard in a first round U21 hurling game they suffered one of their heaviest defeats in this grade and how they managed to progress to the final that year still remains a mystery. We entered that game as massive underdogs but the selectors pulled a master stroke when they moved Sean from his normal centrefield berth to wing back. His performance in the no.7 jersey was one of the main reasons why Killenaule turned around a 17 point loss in the previous game between between the teams to a 1 point win. Sean dominated the game with his high fielding, great covering and long striking. His performance being the big difference in a low scoring game.
Although beaten by Moneygal in the county championship, Sean had announced his arrival on the big stage. That same year he, also featured in what was nearly the comeback of the century when he played a starring role for our U21 footballers who recovered from a 0-7 to 0-0 half time score line to be just edged out by 1 point by Ardfinnan in the south final. Sean went on to star for our seniors for a decade or so collecting many honours along the way.
He got to collect that elusive county medal in 1994 when our Junior footballers lifted the cup. Sean's commitment to training was second to none as he commuted to and from Waterford for training twice and sometimes three times a week. He was also an accomplished soccer player who plied his trade with the local Rovers soccer team.
It is thought by many that Sean retired somewhat prematurely and maybe had a few more years left at the top. He will surely feature prominently in our upcoming All Star teams. Take a bow Sean.

Quiztime The answer to last weeks question was Davy Lawarence, who captained Killenaule to their first football county title in 1994.
This weeks question is: Who was the first KilIenaule-man to become chairman of the South Board.

Week 08-11-09

SALE OF WORK The Annual Sale of Work will take place in the Community Hall, Moyglass on Sunday 22nd November at 1 o'clock. Plenty of time to get up in the attic and get down that old picture, chair, ornament etc. that you thought you might use but never did. Proceeds of Sale of Work going towards Senior Citizens, Moyglass. Party to be held at Raheen House, Clonmel on Tuesday 8th December. Transport will be provided.

Moyglass Masses for the month of November will be offered for the faithful departed on Wednesday and Friday evenings. There will be Rosary and Prayers for the dead on Sunday mornings after l0am masses, starting on Sunday 8th November.

ST. CATHERINE'S CLUB Will hold a meeting in Sports Complex on Sunday 7th November at 2pm with the intention to restart Athletic Club. Girls and boys of all ages interested in the sport of Athletics are invited to attend and parents are most welcome. It is hoped to have a competition and refreshments on the day.

A.R.A. A reminder to members, a whist drive has resumed in St. Mary's Hall every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm. All are welcome to join. Refreshments provided. Next meeting of Club members on Thursday 5th November at 2.30pm in St. Mary's Hall. Speaker from Bird Watch at 3pm.
Aqua Aerobics on Fridays in Thurles Pool l0am - 11am.
Arrangements are being organised for Christmas Party Night in Raheen House, Clonmel on Friday 4th December. Places are limited. Deposits to be paid as soon as possible. Contact 086 3892927 or Mary at 0876486114.

GARDEN CLUB Kate (Coady) Houlihan will give a talk on Interior Design. Arrangements will be made at this meeting re Christmas Sunday lunch. Tuesday l0th November Sports complex 8pm.

LOCAL GAA LOTTO RESULTS No Jackpot winner. Match 3 winners - Emer Shelly, Castiequarter,
Tony Kelly, C/o Bingo, Seamus Hunt, Moyglass.

MILLENNIUM FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE~ GLENGOOLE Available for hire - Conference Room, IT Room, Catering Kitchen, evenings or weekends, reasonable rates. Contact Fidelma, Family Rescurc Centre.-
at-052-9151.992. Email accounts@mfrc.ie

SLlEVEARDAGH RURAL DEVELOPMENT LTD The AGM of Slieveardagh Rural Development Ltd will be held on Wednesday 18th November 2009 at 8pm in the Slieveardagh Enterprise Centre River Street, Killenaule. All are welcome.

Sympathy to the family of the McGraths, Grangemockler on the recent death of their son, whose mother Catherine Lawlor, came from Cashel Road, Killenaule. Sincere sympathy to Michael Nolan, Cashel Road on the recent death of his sister Josie, daughter of the late Dick and Kathleen Nolan, Bailey Street.

KILLENAULE GAA CLUB
UI0 - Unfortunately our games last Saturday were postponed at the last minute. We would like to apologise to the players and their parents for any inconvienence caused. We can assure you the blame does not lie with our club as we didn't get notice until 9.30 on Friday night. Players will be notified of the refixture.
CALENDAR Well it's here at last, our 2010 calendar was launched last Friday night prior to our AGM by
Tipperary hurling star Declan Fanning. It' is a beautiful production will prove a lovely addition to any home.
It features all the juveniles who have featured for our club this year as well as many teams from the past. We only had 600 calendars printed and with about 1000 houses in the parish some people are going to be disappointed. So get your copy now. Remember it would make a beautiful present for Christmas.
AGM Our annual convention took place last weekend and was attended by quite a large number. Our secretary delivered an impressive report which was very complimentary towards the many people who helped out in the running of our club this year and it was equally critical of the treatment of our club by South Bord na nag. The meeting was attended by the officers of our senior club who cornlemented our juvenile club on heir efforts during the year. The hairman Joe O'Dwyer in his ddress paid tribute to the various earn mentors and also mentioned the historic appearence of the U12 earn in Croke Park and hoped that any of those same players might one day return there as seniors on some St. Patrick's Day in the future. There was only one change at the top table where Pat Fennelly takes over from Christine Butler as treaurer. The selection of team mentors for the coming year was deferred until he next committee meeting and it is hoped that we can encourage players and past players to get involved.

ALL-STARS- With our playing season over our attention turns to the selection of our All-Star team of the last 25 years. During the coming weeks' nomination papers will be distributed along with lists of players, but you wish to nominate someone who doesn't appear on the list feel free to do so. The players who receive the most nominations will become the All-Stars. The presentation of the awards will take place on Saturday, 30th January and the venue will be Clonmel Park Hotel. It will be a black tie affair for the men and I'm sure the ladies will dazzle us with their style. The tickets will be available for Christmas and would make an ideal present. Nomination papers can be had from any committee member and don't forget you are the selectors and it's your vote that counts.

BLAST FROM THE PAST This week's "Blast" comes from that great sporting village Ballynonty and also comes from a great sporting family. Derek Healy becomes the youngest player to date to recieve this award, but although young in years he is a most deserving winner. Being the son of Sean Healy, Derek had no other choice but to get involved in sport. In hi:s younger years he was' a very promising athlete and indeed had he concentrated on running who knows but he might have been the first Ballynonty man to compete in the Olympics. But from 12 years on he concentrated on Gaelic games and was equally efficient at both Hurling and Football. At a time when juvenile success were rare he was a member of our U14 team that' won a South title. He played three years for our minors before graduating onto our U21 team who won a South title in 1987 and were very unlucky to be beaten in the county fmal by Moneygall. Derek went on to represent the club at junior and senior level before he finally picked up that elusive county medal when he played a leading role as Killenaule picked up their first county football title beating Borrisleigh in the fmal. One of the proudest men in Cashel that day was Derek's father Sean who almost singlehandedly kept football alive in our club. Even in the vetearn stages Derek still made himself available and soldiered on for many years with our junior and junior B teams.
Although no longer living in the parish he still takes a great interest in all our club teams and still attends many of our matches. Derek of course is a great supporter of our County teams and is nearly a fixture in Dr. Morris Park and Semple Stadium on training nights. It's even being rumoured that Derek is the chief advisor to Liam Sheedy and played a big part in Tipp's run to the All Ireland last I year. A worthy recipient of our Blast From The Past Award, Take a bow Derek.

QUlZTIME The answer to last week's question was, Killenaule won six South intermediate titles, five hurling in 1974, 78, 83, 85, 86 and one football title in 2004.
This week's question is: Who captained Killenaule to their first football county title win?