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 ‘Clonbrien Hero, crowned ‘Irish Laurels Champion’ The winning Greyhound of the Irish Laurels winners prize money €30,000), at Curraheen Park last July, ‘Clonbrien Hero’, has tested positive for the drug Benzoylecgonine, commonly known as cocaine, according to the Irish Greyhound Board. The drug is understood to have similar effects on animals as it does on humans.
The dog is reported as having tested positive for the substance three times within a four week period, (between 24th June and 22nd July 2017). The case has now been referred to the Irish Greyhound Boards Control Committee, which will conduct a full inquiry.
Clonbrien Hero, which previously won the ‘Produce Stakes’, at Clonmel in Co. Tipperary, is trained by Tipperary’s Graham Holland on behalf of Kay Murphy.
Mr Holland was also in the news in early December 2016, when one of Ireland’s top greyhounds, ‘Clares Rocket’ was stolen from his kennels, latter situated at Riverside Kennels, Athassel Abbey, Golden, Co. Tipperary. The dog was later recovered by Tipperary Gardaí.
This was the team that travelled to America in 1931, having won the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship the previous year, in 1930.
 Front Row L-R; P Cahill (Holycross), M. McGann (Thurles), T. Leahy (Boherlahan), T. Butler (Boherlahan), T, Treacy (Templemore), J. Harney (Thurles). Middle Row L-R; J. Maher, T. O’Mara (Toomevara), J.J. Callanan (1930’s All Ireland Final Winning Capt., Thurles), T. Butler , M. Kennedy (Capt. Toomevara), J. Lanigan (Thurles), J. McKenna. Back Row L-R; M.Ryan (Thurles), J. Stapleton, J. O’Loughlin (Vice-Captain Thurles), P. Purcell (Moycarkey), P. McKenna (Ballingarry), M.F. Cronan (Lorrha), T.Connolly, J.Leahy (Manager). The 1931 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship was the 45th staging of this event, since it had been establishment by the Gaelic Athletic Association in 1887. The championship that year began on May 10th 1931 and ended on November 1st 1931.
Co. Tipperary were defending champions, however, they were defeated in the provincial series of the games and Co. Cork would eventually go forward to win the title, following a 5-8 (23 pts) to 3-4 (13 pts) victory over Co. Kilkenny, in a second replay of the final that year.
Tipperary hurlers however sailed from Cobh, Co. Cork on September 8th 1931, to visit America as All-Ireland champions. With Johnny Leahy as manager, and accompanied by Rev. J. J. Meagher, C.C., chairperson of the Tipperary County Board and Rev. M. J. Lee, Diocesan Inspector; they played a total of seven games; three in New York city and one each in the cities of Boston, Detroit, Chicago and San Francisco. In the opening game in New York, Tipperary defeated a hand picked team, representing the USA, by ten points. In Boston, and in front of a reported 30,000 in attendance, here this same Tipperary selection defeated a Massachusetts selection by 4-4 (16 pts) to 2-3 (9 pts).
By the then standards of that period, as sportsmen, the Tipperary Team would have been the most widely travelled of any sporting group, having in previous years, also toured London and Liverpool.
Following our recent report on the sad passing of hurling legend Mr Liam Devaney, on Tuesday 15th August 2017 last, we have received unprecedented requests; sent by email, asking that we name the other players in the picture, used in this report.
Following confirmation by Mr Liam O’Donnchu, we are now happy to fully caption the published picture as follows:-
Tipperary- All-Ireland Champions 1961.
Back Row (L to R): – Matt O’Gara; Tony Wall; Tom Moloughney; Kieran Carey; Liam Devaney; Michael Maher; John Doyle; Mick Burns; Liam Connolly; John Hough, and Pat Ryan.
Front Row (L to R): – Sean McLoughlin; Jimmy Doyle; Donie Nealon; Donal O’Brien; Matt Hassett (Capt.); Billy Moloughney; John ‘Mackey’ McKenna; Theo English; Tom Ryan, and Roger Mounsey.
Our thanks to Liam and all who made contact with us.
It was with great sadness we learned of the death yesterday, Tuesday 15th August 2017, of Tipperary sporting legend Mr Liam Devaney, Hillview Drive, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, and formerly of Lower Main Street, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
A prominent member of the celebrated Co. Tipperary hurling team that brought home the Liam MacCarthy Cup four times in five seasons and who personally held five All-Ireland hurling medals, Mr Devaney passed away, following a short illness yesterday; aged 82 years.
Mr Devaney first made his debut on the inter-county scene at the age of sixteen; then selected for the Tipperary Minor Team. Following two undefeated Championship Seasons, winning back-to-back All-Ireland Medals in 1952 and 1953, he was added to the Tipperary Senior Panel, during the 1954 Championship.
Over the course of the following fourteen seasons, Mr Devaney became one of Tipperary’s most versatile players, winning five All-Ireland Medals beginning in 1958, and followed by four further Championship wins in five seasons, between the years 1961 and 1965.
Mr Devaney also won eight Munster medals, eight National Hurling League medals and was named ‘Hurler of the Year’, in 1961. He played his last game for the Premier County (Tipperary) in October of 1968.
His passing yesterday is most deeply regretted by his beloved wife Hannie; daughters Siobhan, Louise, Carolanne, Valerie and Claire; son Seamus; grandchildren; great grandchild; family members; extended relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Funeral Arrangements
The earthly remains of Mr Devaney will repose at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, on Friday evening next, August 18th, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm.
Removal will take place to the Church of The Sacred Heart, Borrisoleigh, Thurles on Saturday August 19th, for Requiem Mass at 11.00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Brigid’s cemetery Borrisoleigh, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Note Please: Family flowers only, however donations, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation.
Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam dílis.
Doing anything special on Sunday 27th August 2017 next?
Answer NO!
Well why don’t you and your family join everyone else, just 5km outside of Cashel, in Co. Tipperary, where the Dualla Show will be taking place.
Set against the picturesque backdrop of the historic 18th century Ballyowen House, here every year you will find a broad mix of agricultural events; machinery; food stalls and kids’ entertainment.
One of this year’s big attractions this year, will be the FREE Big Top Circus – Circus Gerbola! This year the free family and children’s entertainment will be second to none; with a FREE Big Top Circus running throughout the day, featuring clowns, jugglers, acrobats, daredevil tightrope walking, and a host of other speciality acts. The circus will perform four, forty-five-minute shows; starting at 1.00pm, so there is plenty of opportunity for everyone to view.
So too returns the incredible Tipperary Truck Show, same promising to be the biggest yet to date, with hundreds of trucks forming a true viewing spectacle.
RTE and TV3’s Chef Adrian Martin will be on hand; running cookery demonstrations throughout the day, while the Grand Prix Show Jumping and Livestock Shows will highlight the best in horses, cattle and sheep from around Ireland. This year’s livestock section alone has over 100 cattle and sheep classes, with two new classes added; Best Traditional Breeding female and Best Continental Breeding female, plus a prize of €500 cash for the Best Pair in Show. In the sheep section, exhibitors will compete in ewe, lamb, hogget and ram classes, with the highlight being the Champion Zwartbles.
For lovers of motor vehicles, the VAG Car Show is back for its second year, with some of the best in modified and classic cars. A dedicated Volkswagen / Audi group car show that also includes Seat, Skoda and Porsche cars, will offer a rare opportunity to view some of the best in highly modified vehicles.
This year’s dog show is expected to be the biggest yet to date, with classes open to all canines, (both Mongrel and Pedigree), with two judges on hand to help get through a large number of entrants.
Featured also will be:- Modified Tractor Pulling; ‘Tug O’War’ competitions; Wrestling; a Food Village; an Emergency Services Display (Crash response re-enactments); An Auction; Local and National Trade Stand Exhibits, and most importantly a secured ‘Kidszone’, with 10 totally FREE Bouncy Castles, running non-stop, to ensure all young people are fully entertained.
The whole event is planned to ensure both you and your family enjoy a truly great one day break so looking forward to meeting with you on Sunday 27th August 2017.
Approx. Starting Times of each Event and its Duration.
09:30 Show Jumping commences – continues all day.
11:00 Tractor Pulling – continues all day.
11:30 Judging of cattle and sheep commences – continues all day.
12:45 Wrestling – 30 mins.
13:00 Circus Gerbola – 45 mins.
13:00 Tug of War commences – 3 hours.
13:30 Chef Adrian Martin – 45 mins.
13:45 Wrestling – 30 mins.
14:00 Dog Show – 2 hours.
14:15 Circus Gerbola – 45 mins.
14:30 File Services Demonstration – 30 mins.
14:45 Chef Adrian Martin – 30 mins.
15:00 Wrestling – 30 mins.
15:30 Prize Giving VAG CarFest – 15 mins.
15:45 Chef Adrian Martin – 30 mins.
16:00 Circus Gerbola – 45 mins.
16:00 Monster Auction – 1 hour.
16:15 Vintage Mementos – Presentation 15 mins.
17:00 Chef Adrian Martin – 30 mins.
17:00 Wrestling – 30 mins.
17:30 Circus Gerbola – 45 mins.
Important Notices for Visitors:
Parking:
Substantial car parking is available on site with just a short walk to the show grounds. Stewards will assist visitors on arrival.
Disability Parking and Mobility Assistance:
Disability parking is adjacent to the main entrance & the Ticket Cabin, with a very short walk to the show entrance. Here you can find disabled parking and our mobility assistance vehicle will be running all day around the main show grounds. Starting from the ticket entrance it will follow a route with a number of drop off / pick up points around the showgrounds. If you have any particular requirements please contact Michael on Mobile Tel: No. (087) 253 2406 in advance, to ensure needs where practicable, are fully met.
Food, Toilets, and other Facilities:
A food village area will provide a wide variety of hot and cold foods throughout the day.
Toilets are provided & sign posted on site.
A Baby-Changing area can be found, located behind the main stage, close to the ‘Kidszone’.
Gates will open to the public at 11.00am. Entry for adults is €15, while young people aged 16 and under are free.
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