The Limerick Senior Footballers are heading for Croke Park for the first time in seven years.
The Allianz National League Division 4 final between Limerick and Waterford will be played in Croke Park at 5.00pm on Saturday, April 25th.
Limerick’s last appearance in Croke Park was in 2003 when they were defeated in the Division 2 NFL final by Westmeath. On that occasion they led by two points with minutes to go but went down 2-12 to 1-14, after conceding a late goal.
Two Abbeyfeale players, Padraig Browne and Eoin Joy, are members of the team, and a big Abbeyfeale contingent is expected to travel to Croke Park for the final.
Paddy Power bets it; 4/9 Limerick and 9/4 Waterford.
Munster Rugby is also on the march.
Following their great 33-19 win over Northampton at Thomond Park, Munster will play their Heineken Cup semi final against Biarritz Olympique on Sunday May 2nd in the Estadio Anoeta Stadium in San Sebastian.
Leinster are away to Toulouse in the other semi-final, and the prospect of a mouth-watering clash between Munster and Leinster in the final in Paris in May looks a distinct possibility!
Meanwhile Abbeyfeale RFC will host the junior interprovincial Munster V Ulster at The Grove on Saturday 1st May. Kick-off 2.30 pm.
3-D TV IN ABBEYFEALE!
The first 3-D television pictures were beamed into Abbeyfeale last weekend. The venue was Jack O’Rourke’s Bar in The Square and the occasion was the eagerly awaited top of the table clash between Man Utd and Chelsea.
Sadly, for Man U fans it all ended badly. Drogba’s blatantly off-side goal was greeted with a chorus of boos, while a shower of dark 3-D glasses were pelted at the TV screen accompanied by many colourful and unprintable comments and suggestions about blind, partisan linesmen.
It was great fun altogether!
NEW PICS POSTED
We have posted some new pics in our photo gallery which have been sent on to us by local photographer, Dick Fitzgibbon. These pics were taken during the recent St Patrick’s Day Parade in the town and give a good flavour of what the occasion was all about. Check them out and see if you are there. Click on PHOTOS. Click on “View All” and click on “RICHARD’S PICTURES.” Click on each pic to enlarge.
I.C.A
At the Abbeyfeale Guild A.G.M. on April 6 last the following officers were elected for 2010/11. President- Bridie O’Shea, Vice President – Rita Horgan, Secretary – Bridie O’Donnell, Treasurer – Kathleen Quinn, P.R.O –Anna Nash, Committee – Kathleen Leahy, Mae Roche, Rhona Danagher, Peggy Jones, Celine McNally, Peggy Quirke. The I.C.A. Centenary Stamp is now on sale. Next guild meeting Tuesday, May 4 at 8pm in St. Ita’s Hall. New members welcome.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Locally based Karen Playford is holding a Family Photo Portrait session in Abbeyfeale next Saturday. Contact 087 2988560 or log onto www.dromtrasna.com
RAG
This year, funds raised will be donated to Dromtrasna National School and St. Mary’s Graveyard Committee. The Rag Meeting, held each year at the Dromtrasna Grounds, takes place on Sunday, April 18 with the first race starting at 10.30 sharp. The Stakes are as follows: Surrounding Parishes Stake, Dromtrasna Stake, Open Stake, The Con Murphy Memorial Local Stake
The Martin Broderick Memorial Consolation Stake. Entries to James on 087 9439499.
There will also be the usual Terrier Race and other Novelty events on the day. This year there will be a very special guest –‘Captain Drew’ the local TA Morris Stake winner from Clonmel will be on parade. There will be a raffle for a top prize of 300 euro and tickets are on sale locally at €5 each.
FLEADH
A great night was had by all at the recent Launch of 2010 “Fleadh by the Feale” in Julia Twomey’s Bar. About twenty musicians entertained the audience with members of the crowd rendering songs old and new, the music was so lively that many were lifted from their seats and danced a number of sets. The committee would like to thank Kevin Forde and Twohig’s Supervau for sponsoring the night and host Conor McCarthy for their hospitality.
Don’t forget your tickets for “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan” Concert on Sunday 2nd May in the Convent Hall, available from 086-3265762; 087-7697672; 086-3164858, Slice of Life 068-32655 and Abbey Stone & Tile Centre 068-31109
GOLF
Next outing of Abbeyfeale Golfing Society is to Castleisland Golf Club on Sat.17th April. Tee times are 08.30-10.30. To be included in the draw for tee-times text your name to 086 2234074 by 6pm Wed 14th April. Committee Meeting Wed 14th in the Cellar Bar at 9.00pm.
SOCCER; Abbeyfeale Utd B 0, Glantine 3.