A superb team performance complimented by the 100% kicking return from captain Ronan O’Gara earned Munster a 29-16 victory over Llanelli Scarlets at a rain drenched and bitterly cold Stradey Park on Saturday and propelled them to the top of their league section,

O’Gara landed five penalties and converted the tries scored by David Wallace and Marcus Horan and was afterwards deservedly awarded the Man of The Match trophy..

Munster face Llanelli again next weekend in Thomond Park. Their fate now lies very much in their own hands, and the final match of the league campaign, against Wasps in Thomond Park, will be the decisive one.

A large Abbeyfeale contingent travelled to Stradey Park on Saturday and, while all were drenched to the skin during the game, they agreed that it was a marvellous occasion and well worth getting wet for!

Expect another full house in Thomond Park on Saturday.

And still no white smoke coming from FAI headquarters as the search for a new soccer manager continues. Terry Venables still appears favourite, with Liam Brady and Arie Haan of Holland also in the frame. No mention of Jose Murinio so far, but could the lads in Merrion Square be about to pull a rabbit out of the hat.

And what about the new dream team – Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane?

To quote Victor Meldrew; “I don’t believe it!”

SOCIAL

THE Fealesbridge & Headley’s Bridge Co-op Creamery Ltd held its 38^th annual social at the Devon Inn, Templeglantine on last Friday night. The event was well supported as usual, with over 300 people in attendance, and a most enjoyable time was had by all. The organizers would like to sincerely thank all the sponsors who contributed spot prizes, the staff of the Devon Inn for providing a delicious meal, and the large crowd who turned out in such huge numbers and helped in making the evening an outstanding success. On behalf of the management and staff of Fealesbridge & Headley’s Bridge Co-op Creamery may we wish you all a Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year.

LIGHTS:

The recent switching on of the street lights have given the town a festive feel on the run up to Christmas. Installed at a cost of €30,00, the new lighting system runs along the shop fronts at both sides of Convent Street, Main Street and around The Square. The cost of installation includes the fitting of permanent junction boxes etc. and this high cost will not arise again. Limerick County Council are donating approximately €3,000 and the rest will be raised by public donations.

EXHIBITION.

The exhibition of old photographs of a historical interest by Abbey Heritage continues for another week at the local library.

AGM;

The AGM of Fr Casey’s GAA Club will take place in the cluhouse on Sunday 16^th December at 7.30 pm.

SOCCER:

Abbeyfeale Utd A are away to Douglas Hall in the second round of the Munster Senior Cup on next Sunday 16^th December.