2009 NEWS

Long Puck 2009.

The annual long puck was transfered from St Stephen's day to Sunday December 27th owing to frosty weather. Despite the change of date and the weather conditions over 40 teams took part in the event. As normal all money raised on the day was donated to charity. The overall winners of the John Humphrey's Perpetual Trophy were Dave McGrath, Donal Hegarty and John Sheehan with a score of 31 shots. The ladies event went to Eilish Foley, Julia Buckley and Eilish Twomey with 49 shots and the juvenile winners were TJ Hegarty,Tadgh O'Sullivan and Conor Hegarty with 43 shots. Many thanks to all who took part on the day. Below are some photographs from the day.

Winners of the John Humphrey's Perpetual Trophy 2009.

Christmas Draw 2009.

Whitechurch GAA would like to thank most sincerely all who helped with our Christmas Draw in both selling and buying tickets. The draw was very well supported again this year. Below are the list of winners and a couple of  photographs of the night which was held in Buckley's Bar Whitechurch on December 22nd.

Happy Birthday to the "twins" who celebrate their birthday on December 23rd.

Santa Visits Whitechurch GAA.

Santa arrived to Whitechurch GAA Club on Saturday December 19th to meet a very excited large group of Children. Whitechurch GAA combined Rockbán Ladies Football and Camogie Club to host Santa's visit.  Despite the recession the lists for Christmas day presents grew from the previous year. Whitechurch GAA and Rockbán would like to thank all who organised the day and especially to Santa for making the long journey to Whitechurch. Apart from Santa side shows teas, sweets etc were available which kept the children and adaults entertained. Photographs with Santa will be uploaded shortly. Below are some photographs on the general day.

Upcoming Events

1. Santa Clause visiting Whitechurch GAA Club next Saturday December 19t at 11am.

2. Whitechurch GAA Annual Christmas Draw in Buckley's Bar Tuesday December 22nd at 9pm.

3. Whitechurch GAA Annual Long Puck competition St Stephen's day at 12noon. Usual route of Sluggera Cross to Whitechurch and all money raised will be donated to Charity.

4. Whitechurch GAA AGM Tuesday January 12th at 8pm in the Community Centre.

Please Support all up coming Events.

Under 11's narrowly beaten in Garda League Football Final.

See juvenile page for report and photographs.

Congratulations to White's Cross Junior A Footballer's on winning the City Championship Recently. Well done to all involved from Whitechurch GAA Club.

2009 Cúl Camp a huge success. See juvenile page for photographs.

Report Introduction

The Forum will continue to work diligently for the betterment of the GAA within the County, and will continue to press for prioritisation of those developments which have been identified by the Clubs as important to them. This is to maintain Cork's proud and noble tradition and position as the foremost County of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael.

Report Introduction (contd.)

Denis Withers Secretary Tomas Ryan Chairperson John Corcoran PRO

• Since the founding of the Club Forum, there has been a continuing groundswell for democratic reforms within Cork GAA.
• The democratic reforms presently identified and required by the Clubs can be achieved by amendment of Cork GAA Bye-Laws, and without recourse to Congress or Croke Park.

• Cork is one of the few remaining Counties where Junior Clubs are not directly represented at County Board level.
• Senior and Intermediate Clubs have a Representative (colloquially known as a Delegate, and hereinafter referred to as such) and a vote each at County Board Meetings.
• 78 Junior Clubs (not accounting for dual affiliation) have no direct representatives or votes at County Board Meetings, instead relying on Divisional delegates.

This Motion would require amendments to Bye-Laws 1, 2, 3 and 7.

• Concern exists among Cork Clubs that important motions are raised and voted upon at County Board Meetings without prior recourse to the Clubs.
• Delegates are granted insufficient time to consult with their Clubs with a lot of motions being rushed through.
• Clubs’ views are therefore not accurately reflected in important CCB decisions.
• This creates a further disconnect between Club Members and their County Board Delegate, and ultimately between the Club Members and the County Board.

Proposal: Motion to be brought by Clubs that save in relation to routine matters of administration such as fixtures, venues etc, delegates do not vote on any matter without first obtaining direction from the executive committee of their clubs as to which way they should vote.

• Currently, Cork GAA Clubs have no access to any records of votes taken at CCB level.
• There is no transparent method for them to check that their mandate is being accurately delivered at County Board level.
• Neither can Delegates who wish to do so demonstrate to their Clubs and fellow members that they are delivering that mandate at meetings.
• This process has lead to a lack of transparency in Cork GAA’s democratic process, and to unnecessary tensions throughout Cork GAA.

Proposal: Motion to be brought by Clubs before Convention that secret ballots are not permitted, and that each Delegate’s vote be recorded and available for inspection by Delegate’s Club. Agendas for and minutes of each CCB meeting to be distributed to each Club in a timely fashion.

This Motion would require an amendment to Bye-Law 4.

• The GAA’s Official Guide dictates that at Convention all Clubs have two votes per affiliation, and all Club Delegates have one vote.
• Cork’s Bye-Laws, however, dictate that for the Election of Officers which is carried out by post prior to Convention, Clubs have only one vote per affiliation.
• On this vital matter, Clubs believe that they should have the same voting rights as those granted them for the passing of motions at Convention, thus ensuring a consistency of rights within the Bye-Laws. Delegates voting rights would not be altered by this proposal.

Proposal: Motion to be brought by Clubs before Convention that all Clubs have two votes per affiliation for the Election of Officers.

This Motion would require an amendment to Bye-Law 13.

• Currently, there is no time limit on the term a member can serve on the Executive.
• In a County the size of Cork, with its many GAA members, it is felt that a maximum term of six years is more appropriate.

• This would ensure a healthy freshness of energy and ideas.
• A position on the Executive would then be more accessible to the many members who wish to serve Cork GAA.

Proposal: Motion to be brought by Clubs before Convention that Members can only serve a maximum of six consecutive years on the Executive before being required to serve a two-year break.

This Motion would require an amendment to Bye-Law 13.

• The proposals made by the Clubs through the Forum, as listed above, are designed to aid democracy, efficiency, openness, transparency and unity.
• The Forum believes that these proposals represent a viable blueprint for the reform of Cork GAA’s Democratic Structures.
• The Forum’s proposals will not result in a radical change to existing structures but will result in the revision of the Bye-Laws to ensure that the existing structures can better serve the Clubs and Cork GAA.

Effective communication is the lifeblood of organisations. It involves the exchange of information and ideas resulting in a shared mutual understanding

• The impasse at the beginning of 2009 within Cork GAA circles was largely due to a serious breakdown in communications between the Cork County Board and the Clubs.
• Delegates at the Cork GAA Clubs’ Forum, engaged in an open and frank discussion in relation to all aspects of the GAA within the County and proposals were made as to how best improve the dearth in communication between the Clubs and the County Board.
• This breakdown in communications had previously been adverted to by delegates at various meetings held in early Spring 2009 and acknowledged by high ranking officers of the Board at the Clubs’ information meeting at the Rochestown Park and later when said officers visited the various divisions some time ago.
• It is also interesting to note that newly installed Uachtarán CLG Mr. Christy Cooney has made better communications one of the major planks of his Presidency and has initiated the "Ag Éisteacht" programme to improve matters in this regard.

1. Current Situation

• GAA in Cork commands huge support throughout a broad spectrum of society. It is the envy of all other sporting organisations. Hurling and football command a very high level of interest and participation among our young people. Consequently, a huge level of goodwill exists towards our Clubs and towards our Inter-County teams as evidenced by the numbers of supporters travelling to games, despite the current financial gloom.
• For Cork to succeed in an ever-demanding environment, communications between the Clubs, their members, and the CCB must undergo some much-needed improvements. Communications between the CCB and the Clubs and members, which it represents, is poor.
• Clubs and their members feel isolated from the decisions made at Board level. Ordinary members are usually unaware of important issues taken at County and National level, which may affect their own Club.
• The CCB is made up of Delegates from Senior and Intermediate Clubs and Divisional Delegates represent the Junior Clubs. The CCB only communicates decisions taken at Board level to their Clubs through the delegates and the media.
• The CCB is perceived as being a "closed" organisation, slow to change and unwilling to embrace any new technology or ideas which would greatly improve and enhance communications and the understanding between it and its affiliated Clubs.
• Marketing of the Cork GAA brand is poor and merchandise for young people and adults is almost nonexistent.
• Ordinary members of GAA Clubs receive much of their information on the workings of the CCB, and the decisions taken there, from the media and supporters’ websites and very little via their Clubs.
• A new website has been produced in recent months but it has very little relevant information and is not an adequate resource to Clubs and supporters.

• The CCB needs to connect with the people it represents.
• It needs to communicate its plans, long term goals etc to the public.
• More importantly it needs to listen to the GAA community of Cork: their views, concerns and ideas.
• When this happens, Cork will be a stronger team both on and off the pitch.

1. Clubs

• Delegates are appointed by their Clubs to represent them at various County Board meetings. All major decisions on CCB policy, strategic planning etc must be made by Clubs and therefore correspondence to Board delegates should also be e mailed to all Club secretaries.
• A bulletin from the CCB outlining proposed discussions at the upcoming County Board meeting would enable Clubs to discuss in detail major decisions which are to be taken at Board level and to instruct their delegates accordingly. This bulletin should be sent with the minutes of previous meeting and the agenda for the upcoming meeting.
• The Constitution of the CCB and its Bye-Laws should be e-mailed to each Club and made available on the website.

1. Public

• The GAA public needs to connect more with the CCB and be made more aware of its policies and projects.
• A regular slot on local radio stations and a printed monthly supplement with some of the provincial press would help in this regard. This publication should include upcoming coaching courses, rule changes, progress on underage development squads, information on County teams, etc.
• Communications from the public to the CCB must also be made more accessible and a dedicated e-mail address set up for people to use.
• The CCB also needs to connect with the future of the GAA and should make an effort to visit Post Primary schools to encourage students and to promote our games as is the practice with other sporting organisations. The workings of the Board could be explained and, in turn, students could voice their concerns and how they perceive the CCB. The interest and goodwill of the youth is paramount if the GAA is to prosper into the future.

1. Website

• The new Cork GAA website, while welcome, is inadequate but with some proper planning it possesses huge potential.
• It needs to be a resource for Clubs, Players, Coaches, and the public in general.
• There should be a dedicated section for coaching material and aids for all coaches and players.
• There should be a resource section for Clubs where secretaries could download forms. An FAQ section for Clubs should also be available.
• An online shop should also be included where the public could purchase clothing merchandise and other Cork GAA branded goods.
• A history section should also be created. This could include downloads of old match programmes, photographs etc.
• With the correct use of links the possibilities of websites are endless. Most people have access to websites today and if the Cork GAA site is set up properly it can be a huge communication tool for the CCB.

1. Branding

• The merchandising of our County is almost nonexistent and we need to be cognizant of how other sporting organisations, most notably the Munster Rugby Branch, market their products.
• A Cork GAA shop should be opened in Cork City Centre and branded products should be available there and in other outlets across the County.
• A shop should be opened on match days at Páirc Uí Chaoimh and Páirc Uí Rinn.
• League and championship match days should be seen as family occasions and more of an effort put into entertaining the crowds before games.
• The Cork GAA brand should be something that young people feel an allegiance to and it should be protected and developed.

• The CCB must present a proper image, (especially to the youth), an image of efficiency, activity, development, and value in the community. Without good communications, both internally and externally, the CCB can never achieve understanding from all of its audiences, stakeholders and supporters.
• Some of these new ways of communicating will cost money to implement, some will be self-financing, some will deliver a profit, but the alternative is to continue on our current path.
• The CCB needs to be seen by everyone in a different way. It must be seen as an organisation that works for Clubs, is progressive, and is open to new ideas. It should be seen as a support organisation to clubs and not an organisation to be feared or ridiculed. For these changes to work the CCB must adopt a different approach to the way and the manner in which it communicates, both internally and externally.

• In any organisation the need for continuous development and improvement is important to ensure that the organisation grows and develops.
• The need for further development at County level was identified by all Clubs as an urgent priority and particularly in the area of Coaching and Games Development.
• Under Development the following issues were raised at the various Clubs Forum workshops and meetings:-

1. Develop and Implement a 10 year Rolling Development Plan for Cork GAA

• This plan should seek input from all stakeholders and be updated and implemented. The plan should cover all aspects of Cork GAA.
• The plan should also include deadlines for completion of the various parts.

1. Coaching and Games Development Plan

• Develop a co-ordinated Coaching and Games Development Plan for the County.
• This is to be a co-ordinated plan for the County that drills down to all levels, has the necessary resources and funding behind it, and involves input and effort from all stakeholders including clubs, schools, County Board, teachers, coaches and other relevant parties.
• The plan should be tailored to enable each Division to progress and manage its own parts with an overall representative Management Structure at County Board level to oversee.
• This plan should assess and consider the best practice in operation in other Counties.
• The benefits to our games and to County teams from such a plan will be greater participation, greater performance and a return to our successes of the past.
• This can be seen from Counties such as Dublin, which has 50 full time coaches and is consequently enjoying a meteoric upturn in underage and now senior success, Tyrone who are living through the most successful period in their history and are now universally considered a leading force in football, and our great hurling rivals Kilkenny whose hurling dominance follows on from their unified adherence to such a plan.
• Cork, meanwhile, with far greater resources, have not won an All-Ireland in Under-21 hurling in eleven years, minor hurling in eight years, or minor football in nine years, with only the Under-21 footballers enjoying recent success (in 2007 and 2009).
• There is a great willingness and desire at Club level to develop our games that can be tapped into. However it is felt that a more co-ordinated County structure is needed.
• Failure will see Cork GAA lose further ground to other Counties, other sports and other pastimes.

2. Coaching and Games Development Plan (contd.)

a. The Coaching And Games Plan Should

• Develop a sustainable structured County coaching and games development structure.

• Proposed structures are shown in Appendices 1 and 2 attached and involve the setting up of a County Coaching and Games Development Workgroup. This Workgroup to be made up of representatives from all interested parties such as County Board, Clubs, coaches, schools, colleges, Divisional committee representatives and other relevant parties.
• The plan also involves:

• Appointing a County Games Development Manager and an adequate number of Coaches to each Division.
• Appointing Divisional Games Development Committees to co-ordinate activities in each Division as sub-committee of Divisional Boards, with similar make up.
• Establishing a Centre of Excellence including all weather pitches, conference centre, hurling walls, indoor areas etc.
• Appointing coaches to all primary and secondary schools.

• Schools coaching for all primary and secondary schools.
• Summer camps.
• Coaching education programmes for coaches in all Clubs – levels 1, 2, 3 in juvenile, teenage and adult sections.
• Encourage bottom-up approach in coaching with Clubs, schools.
• Development squads for U14, U15, U16, U17 including coaching, individual training plans, diet etc. Key is co-ordination between all managers of these squads including links with County Minor squad and manager.
• Implement Code of Best Practice for Youth Sport.
• Go games programme U8, U10 and U12s.
• Regular workshops on coaching and player development using top County players, and coaches.
• Féile competitions.
• Schools competitions.

1. Funding

   Funding for the Coaching and Games Development Plan can be sourced from:-

   • Cork GAA draw.
   • County Board contribution.
   • Sponsors.
   • Divisional Boards.
   • A separate fundraising group.

 

3. Continual Training Programmes for Officers/Clubs

• On Club operation.
• GAA rules.
• Club development.
• Deliver regular training to all Clubs.

4. Develop a 10 year Development Plan for Páirc Uí Chaoimh

• The plan should include such items as:-
• Match-day ticketing arrangements and access to stadium needs urgent attention. Current system poses a major Health & Safety risk.
• Modernise dressing rooms.
• Floodlights.
• Better seating for all patrons.
• Improvements to general look and condition of the facility.
• Improved toilet facilities.
• Warm-up areas.
• Improved catering facilities for players and patrons.
• Match-day shops to market Cork GAA merchandise.
• Improved roads, footpaths, tarmac around outside of stadium.
• Improved reception area.
• Improved communication systems such as phones,computers etc.

 

5. Revamp the GAA Grants Schemes
• To ensure development money is available to Clubs particularly the funds received from the opening of Croke Park to rugby and soccer a more transparent system of grant aid is needed.
• Clubs want to develop, and need access to various funding schemes available.
5. Cork GAA Supporters Club
• Set up a Cork GAA Supporters Club to assist with fundraising and support for all Cork GAA activities, and to foster increased participation and belonging.
• Open a Cork GAA shop at a location in the City Centre to market and sell Cork GAA products.

Conclusion To Development Issues Section

• The Development proposals included in this report are intended to keep Cork at the top of list in terms of:-
• Team quality and success.
• Quality of our County playing facilities.
• Promotion and development of our games.

 

Report Conclusion

Report Conclusion

Democracy, communication and development - none of these ideas are radical; none ought to be particularly burdensome. Together they reflect the desires of the Clubs of Cork and the future of the GAA in Cork.

Individually, each of the suggestions contained in this report amounts to a small step. Taken together, they amount to a path to sustained future success for the GAA in Cork.

Listening to the views of representatives from Clubs throughout the County while compiling this report, the members of the Forum have been struck by the willingness of volunteers all over Cork to work harder for the advancement of our games. At a time when the personal challenges faced by
many of the members of the GAA in Cork are as severe as they have been in many generations, there remains a real desire and determination to do what it takes to ensure that our games are promoted and cherished and that our County reaches the maximum of its potential. The members of the Forum and
the clubs we have consulted firmly believe that the suggested advancements in democracy, communication, and development contained in this report can deliver those benefits.

Recent events have cast a shadow across the image of the GAA in Cork. We believe that the implementation of this report through the combined efforts of the Cork County Board, the Forum and the Club Members can help to lift that shadow and to once again make Cork synonymous with success and Cork GAA synonymous with co-operation, innovation and the advancement of the ideals
of the GAA.


Corcaigh agus an CLG Abú.





 

 

 

 

 

Whitechurch 1.11 - Na Piarsaigh 2.07

See Match Report Page .

Best wishes and continued success in the Championship.

Golf Classic 2009 Blarney Golf Resort Friday 03rd of July

Castlelands Construction Main Sponsor of the Whitechurch GAA Golf Classic

Whitechurch GAA hosted the annual golf classic on Friday July 03rd in Blarney Golf Resort. This is the club's main fundraiser and again this year it was very well supported with over 60 teams taking part. Whitechurch GAA would like to thank all who helped organise the event and in particular John Colemen event organiser, Castlelands Construction main Sponsor's and Buckley's Bar Whitechurch. The golf course was in imaculate condition and great credit to all staff in the Blarney Golf Resort. The weather held up but unfortunately some of our scores didnt reflect the day. However some great scores were recorded and well done to all who took part and enjoyed the day. Following the golf the presentation of prizes and BBQ took place in Buckley's Bar Whitechurch where the atmosphere was electric, food delicious and plenty of craic agus ceol. Gerry Healy of Castlelands Construction presented the prizes and congratulated Whitechurch GAA on a hugely successful day. Whatever about the first 18 the 19th made up for all and special thanks to Buckley's Bar, Colin Geary and Donal Hegarty who ensured the BBQ ran smoothly and plenty of food available for all. Roll on golf Classic 2010. Results of the day were as follows:

1. Eamonn McSweeney - Matt Griffin - Tim O'Connor

2. Michael O'Sullivan - Barry Casey - Ger Murphy

3. Justin Galvin - Kevin Healy - John Coleman.

4. Mickey Mullins - Barry Egan - Roy Sweeney

5. Fintan Coleman - Robert Linzell - Sean Cronin

6. Tom Maher - Mary Maher - Dan Looney

7. Pat Buckley - Brendan Cronin - Derek O'Sullivan

8. Pat Hayes - Noel Hayes - Pat O'Flynn

9. Michael Leahy - D. Twoomey - D.Leahy

10. Ger Fitzgerald - Jim Colemean - Ken Daly

Longest Drive - Barry Egan

Nearest to Pin - Pat Buckley.

Ladies Winning Team- Cora Humphrey's - Pauline Hegarty - Breda O'Dwyer

Below some photographs from the day.

Junior A Hurling Championship.

Whitechurch 1.19 - Mayfield 2.09 (Ballinlough Sun 05/07/09)

Whitechurch bounce back with impressive win against Mayfield. See Match Report Page.

1960's Reunion.

A number of players form the Whitechurch football team in the 60's had a get together in Buckley's Bar recently. Former player Mick Gaffey now residing in Australia was home on holidays and the opportunity arose to meet up and reminisce on times past. If the games were as good as the stories told and the songs sung on the night then the 60's were unbeatable!!!!!!

Front Row L to R: Paddy Duggan - Tim Joe Humphreys - Mick Gaffey - Joe Buckley - Michael Downing

Middle Row L to R: Joe Sheehan - Donal O'Leary - Johnny Ryan - Eddie Hegarty - Donal O'Connor

Back Row L to R: Donie Hegarty - Stephen Crowley - Leo O'Sullivan - John Rielly.

Lá na gClub – May 10th 2009

Sunday May 10th was set aside to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the GAA. No games were played on this day except within the Club. Clubs all over the country marked this special occasion and Whitechurch was no different. The day commenced Mass @ 11;00AM for deceased members of the club, followed by a parade of players, parishioners, First Holy Communion Children. The convoy was lead by piper to the pitch. The weather was on our side with bright sunshine. On arrival to the pitch Club Chairman Michael Downing welcomed the crowd and spoke on the history of the Club and thanked all who helped organise this event to mark the 125th anniversary of the Club. A special thanks went to Matt Shaw and George Murphy for ensuring all ran smoothly. The Chairman was accompanied on the stage by Donal O'Leary (first Secretary of the Club), John Sheehan SNR (First Chairman of the Club) and Jim Coleman (Rockbán). Matt took the honour of raising the flag to officially open the ceremony. This was followed by a tree planting ceremony where first Chairman John Sheehan turned the first sod. A number of novelty games began where the boys and girls exhibited their skills. Games for the under 6's - 8's - 10's and 12's proved hugely successful. Adults were also catered for with various skill tests. John Sheehan was the master of the football accurate kick, hitting the target 6 times. TC's and Donal's burger went down a treat (surprise to some!!!). Teas and sandwiches were also available. Adult tug of war was very entertaining, despite the uneven numbers and refereeing decisions. This day was set out to mark the special day for the GAA and ensure a fun day was had by all. On both counts this was achieved in Whitechurch and well done to all involved. Well done and thanks to PaulO'Sullivan MC for the day

Whitechurch GAA Cúl Camp 2009 week commencing July 27th.

Application Form available on Forms Page.

Please print off a copy and submit to Club.

John Gardiner visits the Open and Registration Day

Despite all this voluntary effort, an annual budget in excess of € 60,000 is required to keep the Club in business. Insurance, competition entry and player registration fees, hurleys, sliotars, training gear, pitch rent and maintenance, providing coaching in the school, etc. are just a few of the major items of expenditure. Fundraising is an ongoing challenge that is set to get even more challenging due to recession and the major need we will have to raise funds to ensure we can complete the work on pitches & changing rooms. We have been very fortunate to benefit from the generosity of Castlelands and goodwill of the Community Association. Great progress has been made in providing a new pitch but much remains to be done. The glass is half full but we must do our bit to ensure it is filled further !

This year we recognise the re-establishment of the Club 50 years ago in 1959. We would like to salute this group of dedicated people we came together to re-establish the Club which was 1^st set up in 1904. In 1960 the Club entered a Junior Football team in the Mid-Cork Championship and in 1963 won the Mid-Cork Under 21 Championship Final (Refer to Club History page for photograph of winning team and see how many you recognise!!!). In 1968 the Club entered a hurling team for the 1^st time and won the Mid-Cork Junior B Championship both in 1968 and 1970. In 1984 the Club left Mid-Cork to enter entered the City Division & won the Junior B Football Championship that year. In 1992 we won the Junior B Hurling Championship followed by the U21 Championship in 1993.

In 2000 the Club joined with White’s Cross, who now look after the Football while we look after the Hurling. We would like to congratulate White’s Cross, especially in winning the 2006 and the 2008 Junior A Football Championships.

The Club also had many other attachments to the GAA – the late Sean McCarthy – an ex president of the GAA thought in Whitechurch school in the 1940s; His nephew, the late Con Murphy was president of the GAA from 1976 – 1978, officially opened the Whitechurch pitch in 1976.

These are just but a snapshot of the many great events over the last 50 years.

The Club wishes to thank the management and staff of the Castle Hotel for their excellent meal and facilities. A special thanks to John Sheehan, Noel Buckley and John A Mulcahy for their organizational skills and ensuring a great night was had by all. For further information on our club history and past events refer to the history and archive pages of this website.

Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank most sincerely Sean óg ó hAilpín for his attendance and medal presentation to the Victorious Junior hurler's.

Whitechurch GAA Club looks forward to your continued support in 2009

Below are some photographs from the night.

2008 News.

Long Puck 2008.

The annual Long Puck Competition took place on St Stephen's morning along the usual route from Sluggera Cross to the village. Sixty four teams took part in the event. This is a fun event where all monies raised goes to charity. Again this year the proceeds from the Carol service and the Long Puck were combined and divided between four missionary charities represented local people  Fr O'Sullivan, Fr O' Riordan, Sister Downing and Sister Twoomey. Different categories in the long puck event took place but the overall winners of the John Humphreys perpetual trophy went to Kevin Buckley, Finion Dunne and TC Buckley with 35 shots.The ladies winners went to Caroline Foley, Valerie Mulcahy and Kathleen Conway with 58 shots. Juvenile winners were James Forde, John Forde and Eoin O'Keeffe with 39 shots. Best under 12 team went to Emmet Brickley, Donogh Buckley and Peter Blake on 53 shots with the under 12 girls going to Joan Mulcahy, Laura Crowley and Aisling Woulfe with 60 shots. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thanks all who helped in organising and took part in this charity fund raising event. Below are some photographs from the day.

Christmas Draw Results 2008.

Whitechurch GAA Club wishes to thank all who supported the recent successful Christmas Draw. Below are the list of winners. Congratulations to all winners.

Club Development Plans.

Whitechurch GAA Club held a special meeting followed by an Extraordinary General on November 17th last in the Community Centre. On the Agenda was

1. Development of Hurling and Football Teams

2. Club Structures, Procedures and Communications

3. New Pitches and Club Facilities.

Following a presentation and discussion the Extraordinary General Meeting approved the following:

A: Whitechurch GAA Club take along term lease of the proposed facilities

B: Vest these facilities in the GAA, with five trustees, I.e. one from the Munster Council, one from the County Board and three Club Members.

C: Raise all the necessary funding to bring these facilities to fruition (Approx €100 – €120,000).

This is a golden opportunity for the development of Our Club. Our Club belongs to all its members (players, mentors, supporters, committee members and officers) and when we all contribute and work together we can achieve great things. We now can take important steps in the development of Our Club. Today there are many different challenges facing our children. Involvement in sport and in particular team sports create life long friendships and teaches us to take the knocks with the successes. Over the coming weeks and months your support will be sought to help in this development. Each and every ounce of support is welcome. Lets all move forward together and develop Our Club.

New Development Overview.

Trophies L to R: John Kerins Memorial Trophy won by the U-11 Fotballers - Junior B Hurling Championship Cup - Garda League U-11 Hurling - East Cork U-11 Hurling Trophy.

Well Done to all Involved and wish all teams continued Success.

Congratulations to the Whitechurch Junior B Hurler's following a convincing victory over Na Piarsaigh.

See Match Report Page for Full Report.

Whitechurch 1.12 -  Na Piarsaigh 1.03 (Ballinlough 27/09/2008)

Back Row L to R: Ray Burke - Barry Leahy - Brian O'Sullivan - Roy O'Driscoll - David Hegarty - Michael Meade - Patrick Foley - Ed Cullinane - Richard Sherlock - Sean C Burke - Don Duggan - George Osborne - John Sheehan

Front Row L to R: Shane Cahill - Conor Kelleher - Colm Sheehan - Patrick O'Driscoll - Padraig Murnane - Dave Buckley - Darragh Keane - Brian Boland - Conor McAuliffe

Congratulations to Síle Burns and Catriona Foley from the Rockbán club who were members of the victorious Cork Senior camogie team which captured the O' Duffy cup by defeating Galway in the All Ireland Final on Sunday September 14th last on a scoreline of 2.10 to 1.08.

Well done Síle, Catriona and all the Cork Team from Whitechurch GAA.

Above Whitechurch GAA Club Chairman Michael Downing with Síle Burns (left) scorer of the 2 important goals which ensured victory for Cork and Catriona Foley Cork Captain who was simply outstanding at Full Back. Photo taken at the homecoming party in Carrig Na Bhfear.

Congratulations to the White's Cross Footballer's on their Junior A City Football Victory.

Report and photographs taken from the Evening Echo Monday September 08th 2008.

Golf Classic 2008 Blarney Golf Resort (Friday 13/06/08)

Castlelands Construction Main Sponsor of the Whirchurch GAA Golf Classic

The 2008 Golf Classic was once again a huge success with over 55 teams taking part. The weather was on our side so excuses for poor scores. The winning team went to Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals Little Island with a score of 53 points. Whitechurch GAA would like to thank all who helped organise the event, all teams, sponsors of greens and tee boxes and in particular our main Sponsor Castlelands Construction. Without the help of these people the event would not be possible. Thanks again to all. Below are some photographs of the day.

Sean óg Visits Open and Registration day.

Whitechurch GAA club and Rockbán Ladies Football and Camogie Club combined to host an open and registration day for both Clubs on February 23rd last. This proved a huge success with a large crowd in attaendance. Photographs from past and present of both Clubs were on view along with the plans for our new development. Cork Star Sean óg called in to meet the young Club players along with parents. Also in attendance were Cork camogie star Síle Burns and Cork Football star Valerie Mulcahy. A special thanks to all who planned and organised this event. Below are some photographs from the day.

2007 News.

Annual Long Puck

The annual Long Puck Competition took place on St Stephen's morning along the usual route from Sluggera Cross to the village. Sixty teams took part in the event. This is a fun event where all monies raised goes to charity. Again this year the proceeds from the Carol service and the Long Puck were combined and divided between four missionary charities represented local people  Fr O'Sullivan, Fr O' Riordan, Sister Downing and Sister Twoomey. Different categories in the long puck event  were available but the overall winners of the John Humphreys perpetual trophy went to Pat Foley, Barry Leahy and Declan O'Brien.The ladies winners went to Jean Kelly, Emma Cotter and Ciara Kissane. Juvenile winners were Barry Coleman, Barry Harnedy and Niall O'Doherty. Best under 10 team went to Hugh Woulfe, Padraic Dennehy and Cathal sheehy. Club Chairman Michael Downing presented six individuals with special awards to mark their achievements in 2007. These awards went to Valerie Mulcahy and Catriona Foley for their All Star awards in ladies football and camogie respectively, Paudie Kissane for his Junior All Ireland football success, Sean Keane for representing the club with the Seandún under 16 football team, John Teehan and James Furlong for representing the club with the Seandún under 14 football team. Michael congratulated and thanked all who took part in the long puck. Below are some photographs from the day.

Above Ann Humphries presents the John Humphries trophy to the winners of the 2007 long puck. L to R: Pat Foley - Ann Humphries - Declan O'Brien and Barry Leahy.

Left: Juvenile winners: L to R: Niall O'Doherty - Barry Coleman - Barry Harnedy> Right Under 10 wunners L to R: Hugh Woulfe and Cathal Sheehy. Missing from under 10 photograph is Padraic Dennehy.

Above Club Chairman Michael Downing presents Valerie Mulcahy (left) and Catriona Foley (right) to mark their All Star achievements in 2007.

Left Paudie Kissane and Right Sean Keane recieving their awards from Club Chairman Michael Downing in recognition of their achievements in 2007..

Left John Teehan and Right James Furlong receiving their awards from Club Chairman Michael Downing in recognition of their achievements in 2007.

Santa Claus Arrives by Helicopter.

On the final day of training for 2007 Santa Claus visited the Club to wish all the boys and girls a Merry Christmas. He arrived in style by helicopter to meet and greet the huge crowd. Great credit is due to all who helped organise this event and a special thanks to Santa on making this special stop on a very busy schedule. Below are some photo's from the day. When the training resumes in January individual photo's will be handed out by the trainers.

Congratulations to the Rockbán girls Catriona Foley - Sile Burns - Valerie Mulcahy and Sarah Coleman who were members of the Muskerry Senior Camogie Team who captured the county title defeating St Finbarr's in the final.

Congratulations to Catriona Foley on her Camogie All Star Award & Valerie Mulcahy on her Football All Star Award.

Well done girls from all in Whitechurch GAA.

Congratulations to Brian Boland on his exam success.

Well done Brian from all in Whitechurch GAA

Picture taken from the County Tuesday October 30th 2007.

Above James Furlong and John Teehan who represented the Club recently on the Seandún under 14 Football. The team took part in the Jim Power Under 14 Inter County Football Tournament held in Dungarvan on October 13th. Well done lads.

Golf Classic 2007 Blarney Golf Resort (Friday 10/08/07)

Castlelands Construction Main Sponsor of the Whirchurch GAA Golf Classic

Golf Classic Results.

1^st  George  Murphy - Darren Murphy - Mark O'Driscoll

         2^nd Donal O'Leary - Andrew Hounihan - Denis O'Regan.

3^rd  Dan  Quill - Margaret Quill - John  Dillworth.

Longest  Drive:  John McPhilips

Nearest  to  pin: James Hegarty

                    Ladies   winning  team: Celeste  Foley - Pauline  Hegarty - Cora  Humphreys.

Prizes presented on the night by Tom Keenan of Castlelands. Whitechurch GAA would like to thank most sincerely Castlelands Construction for their continued support.

Whitechurch GAA Club launch their 2007 Golf Classic.

On Wednesday July 18th Whitechurch GAA  Club launced their 2007 golf classic in the hospitality room in Beamish and Crawford. The function was attended by GAA members, representatives of community clubs and associations along with our main event sponsor Castlelands construction. Whitechurch GAA Club wish to thank most sincerely Castlelands Construction for their continued support with our main fundraising event. Thanks to Beaminh and Crawford for ensuring a good night was had by all.

Determined Whitechurch defeat Douglas 1.13 to 0.13 in Junior A Hurling Championship. (Ballinlough 13/07/07) See match report page.

Congratulations and well done to all involved. We wish the team continued success.

25 Year's On(Picture taken from evening echo 25/01/07)

Spot the two Whitechurch Men.

2006 News Articles

Annual Long Puck

The annual Long Puck Competition took place on St Stephen's morning along the usual route from Sluggera Cross to the village. A record 78 teams took part in the event. This is a fun event where all monies raised goes to charity. This year the proceeds from the Carol service and the Long Puck were combined and divided between four missionary charities represented local people  Fr O'Sullivan, Fr O' Riordan, Sister Downing and Sister Twoomey. Different categories in the long puck event  were available but the overall winners of the John Humphreys perpetual trophy for the second year in a row were Michael Mullins - Barry Egan and Roy Sweeney on 36 shots (same score as last year). Second place team overall went to John Brosnan, Ned Brosnan and Eamon Brosnan on 37 shots. Best Juvenile team went to Johnathan Scanlon, Conor McAuliffe and Anthony O'Sullivan on 40 shots. Best ladies team went to Valerie Mulcahy,Anora Mulcahy and Claire Conway with 42 shots. Following the presentation Vice Chairman Michael Woulfe thanked all who took part and organised this successful event. Special thanks to John Cleary sponsor of the main prizes. We would like to wish all our supporters and friends a very happy and peaceful New Year.

Some photographs from the day.

Above Left Ann Humphreys presents Mickey Mullins with the John Humphreys perpetual trophy and right 2 ofthe winning team Roy Sweeney and Mickey Mullins. Missing from photo is the third member of the team Barry Egan.

Left: Second overall Ned Brosnan - Michael Woulfe (vice Chairman) John Brosnan and Eamon Brosnan.

Right: Winners of the Juvenile section: L to R: Johnathan Scanlon - Anthony O'Sullivan and Conor McAuliffe.

Ladies Winners: L to R: Claire Conway - Valerie Mulcahy - Anora Mulcahy with Vice Chairman Michael Woulfe.

Craobh Rua Cup visit to School

Team captain Philip O'Connell, Team Manager Donal Hegarty, Club Secretary Tim Mulcahy and Club Chairman Michael Downing brought the Craobh Rua cup to the school on Friday October 20th. All the school children gathered in the Hall to welcome the players and see the cup. School principal Tom O'Hallahan welcomed back the players and congratulated them on their victory. It was only a few short years earlier when these players attended the School. The children were encouraged to play sport and it would be their turn in years to come to bring more cups back to the School. Below are some photographs from the visit.

Under 21 Hurlers loose out to Mayfield in Final.

See Match Report page for reports and Photographs.

Victorious Father and Son combination. Ray and Dylan (Left) Burke with the Craobh Rua Cup. Ray played wing forward with Dylan in corner forward. Between them they managed 6 points with Dylan hitting 5 and Ray 1.

Above the latest winner from Whitechuch in County Board Draw. Celeste Foley receiving her prize from Club Treasurer Tom Carr.

L to R: Mary Conway - Tom Carr - Celeste Foley and Club Chairman Michael Downing.

To all Concerned

A Committee member will be calling to you over the coming weeks and we look forward to, and would greatly appreciate your continued support. The first draw in the new series will take place on Friday October 27^th in Pairc Ui Rinn.

Congratulations to the White's Cross Junior Footballers on winning their first City Final.

Articles taken from the Evening Echo Monday August 28th

Castle White "Castlelands Construction" main Sponsors of the Whitechurch Gaa Golf Clasic 2006.

Over 70 teams took part in this years event on Friday August 11th. This was the first golf classic held in the new Blarney Ramada golf course. Former PGA champion and renowned long hitter John Daly has designed some holes on the course. Prizes for the first 13 teams, nearest to pin and longest drive were presented on the night by Renée McCarthy on behalf of Castlelands Construction. Whitechurch GAA Chairman Michael Downing thanked all who helped organise the event in particular event organiser John Coleman, all who participated in the classic and all the sponsors who made the day possible. He explained the importance of this fundraising event in the running of the club. Renée McCarthy on behalf of Castleland Construction congratulated Whitechurch GAA on a well organised event and wished the club success for the season. The 2007 golf classic will again take place in the Ramada on August 10th next year. We look forward to the event and a more matured course which will lead to another memorable days golf. Below are the main results and some photographs from the night.

Results:

First: J.Buckley - I. O'Connor - R.Kelleher

Second: K.Duke - J.Deasy - S.Cooper

Third: J.O'Callaghan - B.Greene - B.Quinlan

Above L to R: Renée McCarthy (Castlelands) - Chris Cleary winner of the longest drive (an amasing 325 yards - which John Daly would be proud of) - John Coleman (event organiser)

The overall winners of the Whitechurch GAA Golf Classic 2006 (John Buckley and Associates)

L to R: John Buckley - Renée McCarthy - John Coleman - Ian O'Connor. Missing from photo is the third member of the winning team R.Kelleher

Some Photographs from the night.

County Board Draw.

The current Cork County Board draw is proving very successful in Whitechurch. Having had 2 second place winners early in the year Sean Kelleher swooped €400 (6th) in the May draw. Congratulation to Sean and thanks to all who supported the draw to date. Below Sean receiving his cheque from Club treasurer Tom Carr. Also present is Club secretary Tim Mulcahy who sold the winning ticket.

Second €3000- County Board Draw Winner.

Congratulations to Mick Myers on winning €3000 in the county board draw in January. Mick is the second Whirtechurch winner in as many months. In December Colum McSherry also won the €3000. It is nice to see local draw participants winning. Congratulations to Mick and Colum and hopefully we will have more winners.

L to R: Club Treasurer Tom Carr - Mick Myers - Seamus Coughlan County Board Draw officer and Club Secretary Tim Mulcahy.

Under 21 Hurling Champions Honoured at Function.

Whitechurch GAA honoured the victorious under 21B city division champions of 2005 at a function in the Blarney Castle Hotel on Friday 10/02/06 last. A large crowd attended the function and a great night was enjoyed by all. Club Chairman Michael Downing welcomed the crowd and congratulated the team and management on their success. Special guest speaker on the night was legendary dual Star Jimmy Barry Murphy. Jimmy is the proud holder of 6 All Ireland medals, one football and five hurling and also winning senior hurling manager in 1999. Jimmy also congratulated the team on their success and advised the players to build on the success and not rest in the laurels from last years victory. Jimmy referred to the special dedication required in sport today in order to be successful. Those who put in the extra effort and go the extra step will be rewarded. This current team has great potential and with that little bit extra and correct attitude further success should be attained. Not only were the players honoured but also the management team. Captain Patrick O'Driscoll on behalf of the players presented selectors Donal Hegarty - John Drummy - John Lee and team manager John Brosnan with a souvenir in recognition for their efforts throughout the year. Local Priest Fr Sonny O'Sullivan was presented with half of the proceeds from the long puck for his missionary work abroad while the remainder will be presented to Fr Dick O'Riordan for his missionary work.

Some Photographs from the Night.

Back Row L to R: Conor Buckley - Victor O'Sullivan - Kris Murphy - Peter O'Driscoll - Brian O'Sullivan -Patrick O'Driscoll - Paul OSullivan - Shane Cahill

Middle Row L to R: John Brosnan - Donal Hegarty - Eoin Murnane - John Drummy - Ian lee - Colm Keane - Michael Meade - Patrick Casey - Don Duggan - Conor McAuliffe -Roy O'Driscoll - John Lee

Front Row L to R: George Osborne - Jimmy Barry Murphy - Michael Osborne - Johnathan Scanlon - Colm Sheahan.

Two Young Players Recognised for their Achievements.

Whitechurch GAA recently presented two of their young players with souvenirs in recognition of their achievements during 2005. Dylan Burke was a member of the Shandun Under 16 team while peter O'Driscoll was a member of the Cork minor hurling team who won Munster honours.

Left: Jimmy Barry Murphy presenting Peter O'Driscoll. Right: Club Chairman Michael Downing presenting Dylan Burke.

Congratulations to Michael Myers who was appointed National Coach of Coaches from GAA headquarters.

Annual Long Puck

The annual Long Puck Competition took place on St Stephen's morning along the usual route from Sluggera Cross to the village. A record 68 teams took part in the event. This is a fun event where all monies raised goes to charity. The money is divided between two missionary charities represented by two local men Fr Sonny O'Sullivan and Fr Dick O' Riordan. Different categories were available for participation but the overall winners of the John Humphreys perpetual trophy were Michael Mullins - Barry Egan and Roy Sweeney following a 3 way play off when 3 teams finished on 36 shots. Second place team overall went to Declan O'Riordan - Richard O'Riordan and Sean O'Brien. Best Juvenile team went to Colm Keane - Michael Osborne and Sean Keane on a score of 39 shots. Beat ladies team went to Sile Burns - Mairead Burns and Claire Conway with a score of 47 shots. On the day Club Chairman Michael Downing presented Georgie O'Callaghan with a souvenir in recognition of his achievements with Cork City during the 2005 season. Georgie was a former under age player with the Club. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank all who participated in the event and those who helped organise the day. We would like to wish all our supporters and friends a very happy and peaceful New Year.

Above Anne Humphreys presenting the John Humphreys perpetual trophy to the winning team 2005. Michael Mullins and Roy Sweeney. Missing from photo is Barry Egan.

Club Chairman Michael Downing presenting Georgie O'Callaghan with a souvenir in recognition of his outstanding achievements with Cork City during the 2005 season.

Whitechurch GAA Christmas Draw.

The annual GAA Christmas Draw took place in Buckley's Bar on Tuesday December 20th. A huge effort in selling the tickets was evident from the fact that only 26 books remained un sold out of 900. A special thanks to Tom Carr Draw organiser and to all who sold and bought tickets. This is an essential fund raiser and the Club appreciate all the support given. Whitechurch GAA Club had the privilege in presenting Colum McSherry with his second place prize in the County Board GAA Draw. This is also another fund raiser for the Club in that a certain percentage comes back to the Club. Colum becomes the biggest winner sold through the Whitechurch GAA Club with his second place prize of €3000. Congratulations Colum. If youre not in you can't win. A second presentation on the night was made to Rockbán's Valerie Mulcahy on her outstanding success in 2005. In 2005 Valerie received her second All Star, All Ireland player of the match, Texaco Award to name but a few of her achievements. Whitechurch GAA Chairman Michael Downing presented Valerie with a souvenir to mark these achievements on behalf of the Club. Congratulations Valerie.

Cork County Board Draw 2nd place Winner.

Left: County Board Vice President Brendan Barry - Club Chairman Michael Downing - Colum McSherry receiving his cheque from Club Treasurer Tom Carr.

Right: Brendan Barry - Colum and wife Noreen and Tom Carr displaying the winning cheque.

Whitechurch GAA Club Presentation to Valerie Mulcahy.

Club Chairman Michael Downing presents Valerie Mulcahy with a souvenir on behalf of the Club in recognition of her outstanding success in 2005.

L to R: Under-21 Team Manager John Brosnan - Whitechurch GAA Club President John Sheehan - Under 21 Captain Patrick O'Driscoll and Club Chairman Michael Downing with the Under 21 Hurling Cup.

Congratulations Valerie on receiving your second All Star Award from Whitechurch GAA.

Cork All-Stars: Briege Corkery (St Vals), Angela Walsh (Inch Rovers), Valerie Mulcahy (Rockbán), Juliet Murphy (Donoughmore) and Deirdre O'Reilly\line (Rockchapel) who received TG4/O'Neills ladies football All-Star awards in the City West on Saturday November 19th. (De Faoite)

Congratulations to Rockbán's Valerie Mulcahy on receiving ladies footballer of the year award and to St Finbarr's Gemma O'Connor on receiving ladies camogie player of the year award.

Well done girls from Whitechurch GAA.

Whitechurch GAA Golf Classic 2005.

Muskerry Golf Club Friday July 01st

The event was a huge success again this year. Whitechurch Gaa club would like to thank all those who supported the event and helped out on the day. A special thanks to all our sponsors and especially to Castlelands Construction main sponsors of the Whitechurch Gaa Golf Classic 2005. We look forward to your continued support throughout the year.

Castle White "Castlelands Construction" main Sponsors of the Whitechurch Gaa Golf Clasic 2005.

Over 50 teams took part in the event. Prizes for the first ten teams, the best ladies team, nearest to pin and longest drive were presented on the night by Mr Alan Daly of Castlelands Construction. Chairman Michael Downing thanked all who helped organise the event, participated in the classic and all the sponsors who made the day possible. He explained the importance of this fundraising event in the running of the club.Alan Daly from Castleland Construction congratulated Whitechurch Gaa on a well organised event and wished the club success for the season.

Results:

First: Fintan Coleman - Sean Cronin - Robert Linzel

Second: Colm Sisk - Brendan Cremin - John Cremin

Third: Seamus Gillen - Ger O'Halloran - Pat McCarthy

Best Ladies: Celeste Foley - Pauline Hegarty - Cora Humphries.

Longest Drive: Don Walsh

Nearest to pin: Martin O'Grady

Some Photographs from the night.

Congratulations to Whitechurch National School on winning the camogie Sciath Na Scol

Congratulations to the girls from Whitechurch National School who beat Kilcredan National School from Killeagh in the Sciath Na Scol camogie final on Tuesday May 24th in Pairc Ui Chaoimh. In a highly entertaining game Whitechurch girls proved that a game is never over until the final whistle, and determination and will to win are very important. The girls trailed by 8 points with 12 minutes remaining but never gave up and came out eventual winners by 1 point.

Well Done Girls and Teacher's.

Congratulations and well done to Dylan Burke who represented Whitechurch on the Seandun U-16 hurling team. Seandun won the Munster divisional championship beating East Clare in the final.

School Hurling Initiative

As part of our initiative to introduce hurling to as many children as possible, a coaching programme has been organised in Whitechurch school for the duration of this term. Each Tuesday afternoon, John Sheehan or Philip O'Connell under take the coaching of some boys and girls between first and fourth class. This addition to the curriculum is already proving to be popular with all concerned and it is hoped that we will be able to build further on this in the future. In order to mark the beginning of the hurling training the club presented three dozen hurley's to the school.

Above Club Chairman Michael Downing presenting school Principal Tom Halahan with a bundle of hurley's. Also present are teachers Seamus O'Connor and Gerard O' Connell with the boys from third class. This is part of the school hurling initiative programme in operation with the school and GAA Club.

Congratulations.

Congratulations and best wishes to Peter O'Driscoll who has been selected to play on the Cork Minor Hurling Team. Best wishes to Peter and the Cork Minor team who take on Limerick in the Munster Final.

Asian Tsunami Relief Fund.

On January 09th 2005 Killeagh and Youghal GAA Clubs combined to organise a Long Puck Competition to raise money for the relief fund. The Youghal By Pass was the chosen route. This was closed to traffic for the duration of the event. Over one hundred teams braved the appalling weather conditions and pucked sliotars from one end of the By Pass to the other. A fee of €100 per team was collected with all monies raised going to the fund. County Board Chairman Jim Forbes welcomed the teams at the start of the event and thanked all for their participation in raising money for the fund. Whitechurch GAA sponsored a team in the event and were partnered with a team from Churchtown GAA Club. On behalf of Whitechurch GAA I would like to congratulate Killeagh and Youghal GAA Clubs for hosting the event and raising funds for such a worthy cause.

Above Left:Churchtown GAA Team. L to R: Mike O'Halloran - Noel Quinn - John Breen.

Right: Whitechurch GAA Team: Ian Lee - Brian Furlong - James Furlong - Aisling Furlong.