Ursuline Thurles had to settle for runners-up honours after being beaten by Loreto Kilkenny in the Allianz Corn Sceilge All-Ireland Senior A Schools Camogie Final, played at Gortnahoe on Saturday last, February 21st.
A scoring burst at the start of both halves proved decisive, with Lucy Boyd striking 2-4 and earning Player of the Match, as Loreto powered to a 4-13(25pts) to 0-9pts victory.
Loreto led 2-7pts to 0-6pts at half-time, with Ursuline captain Caoimhe Stakelum keeping her side in touch by scoring all six of their first-half points. But Loreto’s early second-half pressure told; Boyd goaled again on 34 minutes, and Leah O’Donovan added a fourth major on 42 minutes to put daylight between the teams.
In all, different Loreto players found the net; Boyd (2), Emma Hogan and O’Donovan, while Ona Kennedy chipped in with three frees and Shauna Mahoney contributed from play, as Loreto retained the title and continued their strong run at senior level.
Despite the result, Ursuline had positives, with Stakelum finishing on 0-8pts, six from frees and Alice Butler, adding their other point, but Loreto’s defensive structure limited the Thurles side’s opportunities for goals.
Mr Kennedy passed away peacefully, at his place of ordinary residence, surrounded by his loving family.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Angela, sons Conor, Gavin and Ken, daughters-in-law Paula and Caroline, grandchildren David, Conor, Anna, Matthew, Katie, Padraic and Hugh, brothers Phil and Denis, sisters Mairead and Maírín, sisters-in-law, Netta, Margaret and Una. Nephews and Nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements.
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A “mini-tornado” gust sweeps through Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Last Friday, a sudden burst of wind and rain cut across Thurles in County Tipperary; the kind of sharp, swirling gust locals working outdoors describe as a “mini-tornado”.
These incidents feel unusual when they arrive without warning, but Met Éireann estimates that Ireland experiences roughly ten tornado-type occurrences each year on average. The “mini-tornado” label is commonly used to distinguish the smaller Irish variety from the much larger tornadoes associated with the United States. Many Irish events are weak “landspouts” that can develop quickly along squall lines or briefly energetic cumulus clouds, and dissipate within minutes. Irish meteorologists also note these phenomena are more common than most people assume.
That’s how Friday’s gust behaved. One moment it was simply blustery; the next, wind and rain were swirling through open spaces, rattling cars, and sending loose debris skittering across the car park. (For context, “gale” conditions imply very strong winds on the Beaufort scale and feature in official warning thresholds.)
The same pulse of weather was also felt further north in the village of Loughmore, a reminder that these brief events can hopscotch across a small area.
In Thurles, the most striking damage is captured in the photo above. A newly erected directional sign for Thurles Shopping Centre was left battered and half-shrouded. A marker meant to guide shoppers now wears torn material wrapped around its frame like a storm-tugged flag. This major short lived gale gusts funnelled itself between tall trees and buildings, striking the tall sign frame at an awkward angle, before turning its advertising data into a temporary ships sail.
Limerick blast past Tipperary with 15-Point Statement Win.
Limerick delivered a ruthless, high-intensity performance to overpower Tipperary by 0-36pts to 0-21pts at FBD Semple Stadium, extending their unbeaten streak against the blue and gold to 13 matches.
A blistering opening spell set the tone as Limerick surged into a 0-07 to 0-00 lead inside 11 minutes and powered on to a commanding 0-20 to 0-07 advantage by half-time, in calm but damp conditions, in front of 15,221 spectators.
Match Highlights. Aidan O’Connor led the charge with a superb 0-11, as Limerick spread the scoring load with 12 different scorers from play. Tipperary’s scoring output struggled to match Limerick’s pace and cohesion, registering just five scorers from play across the contest. A turning point arrived moments after the restart when Willie Connors was shown a straight red card following an off-the-ball incident, with Limerick already firmly in control.
Relentless Control, Clinical Finishing. Limerick’s defensive pressure and turnover game repeatedly disrupted Tipperary’s rhythm, allowing the visitors to convert possession into points at speed. The lead remained beyond reach throughout, with Limerick continuing to tack on scores from multiple sources and keeping the scoreboard moving deep into the second half. Tipperary rallied with increased urgency after the break, led by the experience of Noel McGrath, but each push was met by a steady Limerick response to maintain a double-digit cushion and close out a comprehensive victory.
Table Impact. The result strengthens Limerick’s position in the Allianz Hurling League as they jump from fourth to second in Division 1A, with Tipperary dropping to third on score difference.
Next Fixtures Limerick travel to Offaly next Sunday. Tipperary have a bye week before travelling to Waterford.
Lyrics & Vocals: American singer, songwriter and guitarist, the great and much loved Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen.
Bruce Springsteen.
“Tougher Than the Rest” is one of those quiet, steady songs that hits harder the longer you sit with it. Instead of grand promises or perfect romance, it offers something rarer, honesty. The narrator doesn’t pretend to be flawless or invincible, he admits he’s been hurt, that he’s made mistakes, and that love can be messy. But even with all that, he still shows up, asking for a chance and offering loyalty that feels earned rather than romanticized. With its slow-burn mood and plainspoken tenderness, the song turns resilience into a love language, suggesting that what matters most isn’t being perfect, it’s being willing to stay.
Tougher Than The Rest.
Well, it’s Saturday night, You’re all dressed up in blue, I been watching you a while, Maybe you been watching me, too. So somebody ran out, Left somebody’s heart in a mess, Well, if you’re looking for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Some girls, they want a handsome Dan, Or some good-lookin’ Joe, On their arm, some girls, Like a sweet-talkin’ Romeo. Well, ’round here, baby, I learned you get what you can get, So if you’re rough enough for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Your road is dark it’s a thin, thin line, But I want you to know I’ll walk it for you any time, Maybe your other boyfriends couldn’t pass the test, Well, if you’re rough and ready for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Your road is dark it’s a thin, thin line, But I want you to know I’ll walk it for you any time, Maybe your other boyfriends couldn’t pass the test, Well, if you’re rough and ready for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Well, it ain’t no secret, I’ve been around a time or two. Well, I don’t know, baby, Maybe you’ve been around too. Well, there’s another dance, All you gotta do is say yes, And if you’re rough and ready for love. Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
If you’re rough enough for love, Baby, I’m tougher than the rest.
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