Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan

CUMANN LUTHCHLEAS GAEL CUMANN LUTHCHLEAS GAEL COMHAIRLE NA MUMHAN COMHAIRLE NA MUMHAN

AN AN CHOMHDHÁIL BHLÍANTÚIL CHOMHDHÁIL BHLÍANTÚIL

CLÁR OIBRE, AINMNIÚCHÁIN AGUS RÚIN – Page 2 CLÁR OIBRE, AINMNIÚCHÁIN AGUS RÚIN – Page 2 Miontuairisci na Comhdhála Deiridh 2/3/2007 – Page 3 Miontuairisci na Comhdhála Deiridh 2/3/2007 – Page 3 Tuarascáil An Rúnaí – Page 13 Tuarascáil An Rúnaí – Page 13 Tuarascáil An Chuntasóra agus Cuntaisi Airgid – Page 39 Tuarascáil An Chuntasóra agus Cuntaisi Airgid – Page 39 Tuarascáíl na gColaistí Triú Leibhéal – Page 44 Tuarascáíl na gColaistí Triú Leibhéal – Page 44 Tuarascáil Rúnaí Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan – Page 45 Tuarascáil Rúnaí Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan – Page 45 Tuarascáíl Rúnaí An Choiste Tionscail – Page 46 Tuarascáíl Rúnaí An Choiste Tionscail – Page 46 Tuarascáil Rúnaí an Choiste Oiliúna is Forbartha na gCluichí – Page 48 Tuarascáil Rúnaí an Choiste Oiliúna is Forbartha na gCluichí – Page 48 Tuarascáíl Rúnaí Comhairle Liathróid Láimhe – Page 60 Tuarascáíl Rúnaí Comhairle Liathróid Láimhe – Page 60 Tuarascáil Choiste Caidreamh Poiblí agus Margaíochta – Page 64 Tuarascáil Choiste Caidreamh Poiblí agus Margaíochta – Page 64 Tuarascáil An Choiste Cultúrtha – Page 66 Tuarascáil An Choiste Cultúrtha – Page 66 Tuarascáil Rúnaí An Choiste Scór – Page 68 Tuarascáil Rúnaí An Choiste Scór – Page 68 Tuarascáil na Peile – Page 75 Tuarascáil na Peile – Page 75 Tuarascáil Rúnaí Choiste na Réiteoirí – Page 79 Tuarascáil Rúnaí Choiste na Réiteoirí – Page 79 Tuarascáíl Forbairt na gClubanna – Page 84 Tuarascáíl Forbairt na gClubanna – Page 84 Tuarascáíl an Fó-Choiste Forbartha is Comhairle – Page 84 Tuarascáíl an Fó-Choiste Forbartha is Comhairle – Page 84

Tionólfar an Chómhdháil Bhliantúil Tionólfar an Chómhdháil Bhliantúil san Óstan West County, Inis, Co. an Chláir san Óstan West County, Inis, Co. an Chláir ar an Aoine, 29ú Feabhra, 2008 ag 19:00 ar an Aoine, 29ú Feabhra, 2008 ag 19:00 (Aifreann san Óstan ag 18:30 – Beile ar 20:45) (Aifreann san Óstan ag 18:30 – Beile ar 20:45)

BUN – ÓRDAITHE (Standing Orders) BUN – ÓRDAITHE (Standing Orders) In order that the proceedings of the Convention are carried out without delay, the In order that the proceedings of the Convention are carried out without delay, the following Standing Orders will be observed. following Standing Orders will be observed.

1. The Proposer of a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 5 1. The Proposer of a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 5 minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. 2. A Delegate speaking to a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 2. A Delegate speaking to a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 5 minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. 5 minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. 3. The Proposer of a resolution or an Amendment may speak a second time for 3. The Proposer of a resolution or an Amendment may speak a second time for 3 minutes before a vote is taken, but no other Delegate may speak a second 3 minutes before a vote is taken, but no other Delegate may speak a second time to the same Resolution or Amendment . time to the same Resolution or Amendment . 4. The Chairman may at any time he considers a matter has been sufficiently 4. The Chairman may at any time he considers a matter has been sufficiently discussed call on the Proposer for a reply, and when that has been given a discussed call on the Proposer for a reply, and when that has been given a vote must be taken. vote must be taken. 5. A Delegate may, with the consent of the Chairman, move “that the question 5. A Delegate may, with the consent of the Chairman, move “that the question be now put” after which when the Proposer has spoken, a vote must be be now put” after which when the Proposer has spoken, a vote must be taken. taken. 6. Standing Orders shall not be suspended for the purpose of considering any 6. Standing Orders shall not be suspended for the purpose of considering any matter not on the Agenda, except by the consent of a majority equal to two- matter not on the Agenda, except by the consent of a majority equal to two- thirds of those present and entitled to vote. thirds of those present and entitled to vote.

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Comhdháil na Mumhan 2008 Comhdháil na Mumhan 2008

A Chara, A Chara,

Tionófar an 104ú Comhdháil na Mumhan san Ostán West County, Inis, Co. an Chláir, ar an Tionófar an 104ú Comhdháil na Mumhan san Ostán West County, Inis, Co. an Chláir, ar an Aoine 29ú Feabhra, 2008, ag tosnú ar 19:00. Tá sé ceadaithe ag gach Condae 6 Teachtaí Aoine 29ú Feabhra, 2008, ag tosnú ar 19:00. Tá sé ceadaithe ag gach Condae 6 Teachtaí chomh maith leis an beirt bhall a bhí ar Comhairle na Mumhan anuraidh, a bheith i láthair chomh maith leis an beirt bhall a bhí ar Comhairle na Mumhan anuraidh, a bheith i láthair ag an gComhdháil, ag an gComhdháil,

Clár na Comhdhála Clár na Comhdhála

1. Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe 1. Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe 2. Appointment of Tellers 2. Appointment of Tellers 3. Miontuairisci na Comhdhála Deiridh ar 2/3/2007 3. Miontuairisci na Comhdhála Deiridh ar 2/3/2007 4. Tuairisc an Rúnaí 4. Tuairisc an Rúnaí 5. Tuairisc an Chuntasóra agus Cuntaisi Chomhairle na Mumhan 5. Tuairisc an Chuntasóra agus Cuntaisi Chomhairle na Mumhan 6. Tuairisci na gCoistí Scol is na Fó-Choistí eile 6. Tuairisci na gCoistí Scol is na Fó-Choistí eile 7. Óraid an Chathaoirligh 7. Óraid an Chathaoirligh 8. Togha na nOifigeach – 8. Togha na nOifigeach –
 Cathaoirleach
 Cathaoirleach
 Leas-Chathaoirleach
 Leas-Chathaoirleach
 Cisteoir
 Cisteoir
 Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí
 Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí
 Cuntasóir
 Cuntasóir

AINMNIÚCHÁIN (Nominations) AINMNIÚCHÁIN (Nominations)

Cathaoirleach: Séamus Ó Gormáin (Portláirge) Cathaoirleach: Séamus Ó Gormáin (Portláirge) Leas-Chathaoirleach: Seán Breathnach (Ciarraí) Leas-Chathaoirleach: Seán Breathnach (Ciarraí) Cisteoir: Micheál de Paor (Tiobraid Árann) Cisteoir: Micheál de Paor (Tiobraid Árann) P. S. Ó Riaín (Portláirge) P. S. Ó Riaín (Portláirge) Oif. Caid. Poiblí: Séamus Firbhisigh (Corcaigh) Oif. Caid. Poiblí: Séamus Firbhisigh (Corcaigh) Cuntasoirí: PricewaterhouseCoopers (Luimneach) Cuntasoirí: PricewaterhouseCoopers (Luimneach)

RÚIN (Motions) RÚIN (Motions)

1. That the Senior Football Championship in Munster for 2009 be on the basis of an Open 1. That the Senior Football Championship in Munster for 2009 be on the basis of an Open Draw. (An Clár) Draw. (An Clár) 2. That the Munster Council of C.L.G. makes financial provision for old age pensioners and 2. That the Munster Council of C.L.G. makes financial provision for old age pensioners and senior citizens at all matches under their jurisdiction with seat accommodation. (Luimní) senior citizens at all matches under their jurisdiction with seat accommodation. (Luimní) 3. That all future Munster Senior Hurling Finals be played in Semple Stadium Thurles, the 3. That all future Munster Senior Hurling Finals be played in Semple Stadium Thurles, the additional revenue raised be divided between the five remaining counties in Munster. additional revenue raised be divided between the five remaining counties in Munster. (Portláirge) (Portláirge)

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MÍONTUAÍRÍSCÍ NA COMHDHÁLA DEÍRÍDH MÍONTUAÍRÍSCÍ NA COMHDHÁLA DEÍRÍDH SAN OSTÁN Ballyrafter Country House,Lios Mór, Co. Portláirge ar 2ú Márta 2007 SAN OSTÁN Ballyrafter Country House,Lios Mór, Co. Portláirge ar 2ú Márta 2007

Seán Ó’Fogartaigh, (Tiobraid Árann), the outgoing Cathaoirleach, presided at the 103rd Seán Ó’Fogartaigh, (Tiobraid Árann), the outgoing Cathaoirleach, presided at the 103rd Annual Convention of Comhairle Na Mumhan CLG held in the Ballyrafter Country Annual Convention of Comhairle Na Mumhan CLG held in the Ballyrafter Country House Hotel, Lismore on Friday, 2nd March 2007. House Hotel, Lismore on Friday, 2nd March 2007.

The following members of Comhairle Na Mumhan CLG were also present: The following members of Comhairle Na Mumhan CLG were also present:

Séamus Ó Gormáin, Leas-Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó Gormáin, Leas-Cathaoirleach, Gearóid Ó hÍcí, Cisteoir, Gearóid Ó hÍcí, Cisteoir, Liam Ó Conchúir, Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí, Liam Ó Conchúir, Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí, Siomón Ó’Maolrunaí, Rúnaí na Comhairle, Siomón Ó’Maolrunaí, Rúnaí na Comhairle, Liam Mac An Airchinnaigh, Uachtarán Oinigh, Liam Mac An Airchinnaigh, Uachtarán Oinigh,

Baill den Chomhairle: Baill den Chomhairle:

An Clár: Roibeard an tSeaca agus P. S Mac Duabhan; An Clár: Roibeard an tSeaca agus P. S Mac Duabhan; Ciarraí: Teidí Ó Suilleabháin agus Peadar Twiss; Ciarraí: Teidí Ó Suilleabháin agus Peadar Twiss; Corcaigh: Proinnsias Ó Murchú agus Piaras P. Ó Murchú; Corcaigh: Proinnsias Ó Murchú agus Piaras P. Ó Murchú; Luimneach: Séamus Ó hArtagáin agus Donncha Mac Thomáis; Luimneach: Séamus Ó hArtagáin agus Donncha Mac Thomáis; Portláirge: Tomás Ó hAonghusa agus P. S. Ó Riain; Portláirge: Tomás Ó hAonghusa agus P. S. Ó Riain; Tiobraid Árann: Micheál de Paor agus Seán Ó Riain. Tiobraid Árann: Micheál de Paor agus Seán Ó Riain.

Liam de Róiste, Comhairle Liathróid Láimhe, Liam de Róiste, Comhairle Liathróid Láimhe, Dónal Ó Caoimh, Comhairle Coláistí, Dónal Ó Caoimh, Comhairle Coláistí, Tomás S. Mac Aogáin, Coiste na nGairmscoileanna, Tomás S. Mac Aogáin, Coiste na nGairmscoileanna, An Br. S. L. Ó Duidhíorma, Coiste na mBunscoileanna, An Br. S. L. Ó Duidhíorma, Coiste na mBunscoileanna,

The following County Delegates were in attendance: The following County Delegates were in attendance:

An Clár: Micheál Mac Donncha, (Cathaoirleach), Pádraig Mac Gearailt, (Rúnaí), An Clár: Micheál Mac Donncha, (Cathaoirleach), Pádraig Mac Gearailt, (Rúnaí), Seán Mac Ambrois, Nollaig Breathnach, P. S. Ó Ceallaigh agus Seán Ó Catháin. Seán Mac Ambrois, Nollaig Breathnach, P. S. Ó Ceallaigh agus Seán Ó Catháin.

Ciarraí: Seán Breathnach (Cathaoirleach), Éamon Ó Suilleabháin (Rúnaí), Seán Ó Ciarraí: Seán Breathnach (Cathaoirleach), Éamon Ó Suilleabháin (Rúnaí), Seán Ó Cearbhaill (Cisteoir), Gearóid de Faoite, B. Ní Reen agus Diarmuid Ó Murchú. Cearbhaill (Cisteoir), Gearóid de Faoite, B. Ní Reen agus Diarmuid Ó Murchú.

Corcaigh: Micheál Ó Dubhláin (Cathaoirleach), Diarmuid Ó Suilleabháín (Leas- Corcaigh: Micheál Ó Dubhláin (Cathaoirleach), Diarmuid Ó Suilleabháín (Leas- Cathaoirleach), Séamus Mac Firbhisigh, Roibeard Ó Riain, Liam Ó Rinn agus Pádraig Ó Cathaoirleach), Séamus Mac Firbhisigh, Roibeard Ó Riain, Liam Ó Rinn agus Pádraig Ó Maoileoin. Maoileoin.

Luimneach: Pádraig Ó Cuilleagáin, (Cisteoir), Micheál Mac Domhnaill (Leas-Rúnaí), Luimneach: Pádraig Ó Cuilleagáin, (Cisteoir), Micheál Mac Domhnaill (Leas-Rúnaí), Dónal Mac Giobúin, Tadgh Ó Riain (Oifigeach Forbartha), Seán Ó Gealbháin agus Liam Dónal Mac Giobúin, Tadgh Ó Riain (Oifigeach Forbartha), Seán Ó Gealbháin agus Liam Ó Loineacháin. Ó Loineacháin.

Portláirge: Pádraig Ó Floinn (Cathaoirleach), Séamus Mac Gráinne (Rúnaí), Pádraig Portláirge: Pádraig Ó Floinn (Cathaoirleach), Séamus Mac Gráinne (Rúnaí), Pádraig Mac Gráinne, Antóin Breathnach, Pádraig Coreachnaol agus Donncha Ó hAnnracháín. Mac Gráinne, Antóin Breathnach, Pádraig Coreachnaol agus Donncha Ó hAnnracháín.

Tiobraid Árann: Seán Ó Costigain, (Cathaoirleach), Micheál Ó Nualláin, (Cisteoir), Tiobraid Árann: Seán Ó Costigain, (Cathaoirleach), Micheál Ó Nualláin, (Cisteoir), Seán Ó Scarlóg, P. S. Ó Meachair, Diarmuid Ó Rinn agus Liam Mac Roibín. Seán Ó Scarlóg, P. S. Ó Meachair, Diarmuid Ó Rinn agus Liam Mac Roibín.

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Iar-Oifigí den Chomhairle: Iar-Oifigí den Chomhairle: Séamus Gairnéar, Tiobraid Árann, Séamus Gairnéar, Tiobraid Árann, Micheál Ó Freaghaile, Tiobraid Árann, Micheál Ó Freaghaile, Tiobraid Árann, Dónal de hÓr, Corcaigh, Dónal de hÓr, Corcaigh, Criostóir Ó Cuana, Corcaigh. Criostóir Ó Cuana, Corcaigh.

Daoine Eile í Lathair: Nioclás Ó Braonáin, Uachtarán CLG, Caoimhín Daoine Eile í Lathair: Nioclás Ó Braonáin, Uachtarán CLG, Caoimhín Breathnach, (An Clár), Rúnaí, Fo-Coiste na Réiteoirí den Chomhairle; Éamonn de Brún, Breathnach, (An Clár), Rúnaí, Fo-Coiste na Réiteoirí den Chomhairle; Éamonn de Brún, Cumann Camogaíochta na Mumhan; Tomás Ó hEaluithe, Coiste Scór na Mumhan; M. Ó Cumann Camogaíochta na Mumhan; Tomás Ó hEaluithe, Coiste Scór na Mumhan; M. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí), Rúnaí, Fo-Coiste Oílíuna is Forbairtha na gCluichí den Suilleabháin (Ciarraí), Rúnaí, Fo-Coiste Oílíuna is Forbairtha na gCluichí den Chomhairle; Tadhg Ó Broin, Cumann na mBunscoileanna; Séamus Ó Briain, Ard Chomhairle; Tadhg Ó Broin, Cumann na mBunscoileanna; Séamus Ó Briain, Ard Chomhairle; Maria Halvey, Rúnaí, Cumann Peil na mBan; Micheál de Náis, Chomhairle; Maria Halvey, Rúnaí, Cumann Peil na mBan; Micheál de Náis, Cathaoirleach, Coiste Gairm Oideachas na Mumhan agus Tadhg de Floid, Rúnaí, Coiste Cathaoirleach, Coiste Gairm Oideachas na Mumhan agus Tadhg de Floid, Rúnaí, Coiste Chontae Thiobraid Árann. Chontae Thiobraid Árann.

Aifreann na Comhdhála: Ghabh an Cathaoirleach búiochas leis An tAthair Colin Aifreann na Comhdhála: Ghabh an Cathaoirleach búiochas leis An tAthair Colin Ducey agus An tAthair S. Gairnéar as Aifreann na Comhdhála a rá le chéile do na Ducey agus An tAthair S. Gairnéar as Aifreann na Comhdhála a rá le chéile do na Theachtaí agus ar son anamnacha na nGael a fuair bás í rith na mbliana seo caite. Theachtaí agus ar son anamnacha na nGael a fuair bás í rith na mbliana seo caite.

Fáilte: Chuir Pádraig Ó Floinn, Cathaoirleach Coiste Chontae Phortláirge, fáilte is fiche Fáilte: Chuir Pádraig Ó Floinn, Cathaoirleach Coiste Chontae Phortláirge, fáilte is fiche don chontae roimh Oifigí, Iar-Oifigí agus baill den Chomhairle agus roimh na Theachtaí don chontae roimh Oifigí, Iar-Oifigí agus baill den Chomhairle agus roimh na Theachtaí uilig. He wished the delegates well in their decision making. Chuir an Cathaoirleach uilig. He wished the delegates well in their decision making. Chuir an Cathaoirleach fáilte roimh Uachtarán CLG, Nioclás Ó Braonáin. fáilte roimh Uachtarán CLG, Nioclás Ó Braonáin.

Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe: Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe na Comhdhála ar moladh P. S. Ó Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe: Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe na Comhdhála ar moladh P. S. Ó Riain (Portláirge), M. Ó Dubhláin (Corcaigh) ag cuidiú leis. Riain (Portláirge), M. Ó Dubhláin (Corcaigh) ag cuidiú leis.

The non-voting representatives of the Handball Council and the schools bodies were The non-voting representatives of the Handball Council and the schools bodies were appointed as tellers ar moladh S. Breathnach (Ciarraí), S. Ó hAnnracháin (Portláirge) ag appointed as tellers ar moladh S. Breathnach (Ciarraí), S. Ó hAnnracháin (Portláirge) ag cuidiú leis. cuidiú leis.

Miontuairiscí na Comhdhála Deiridh 10/3/2006 agus na Chomhdhála Speisialta ar Miontuairiscí na Comhdhála Deiridh 10/3/2006 agus na Chomhdhála Speisialta ar 30/11/2006: Glacadh le míontuaíríscí na Comhdhála Deiridh, dár dháta 10ú Márta 30/11/2006: Glacadh le míontuaíríscí na Comhdhála Deiridh, dár dháta 10ú Márta 2006, in Ostán Rochestown Park, Corcaigh, agus le míontuaíríscí an Chomhdhála 2006, in Ostán Rochestown Park, Corcaigh, agus le míontuaíríscí an Chomhdhála Speisialta, dár dháta 30ú Samhain 2006, in Ostán South Court, Luimneach, ar mholadh S. Speisialta, dár dháta 30ú Samhain 2006, in Ostán South Court, Luimneach, ar mholadh S. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge), E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge), E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis.

Tuairisc An Rúnaí: Tuairisc An Rúnaí: Glacadh le Tuairisc an Rúnaí ar mholadh E. Ó Suilleabháin, R. an tSeaca (An Clár) ag Glacadh le Tuairisc an Rúnaí ar mholadh E. Ó Suilleabháin, R. an tSeaca (An Clár) ag cuidiú leis. The Cathaoirleach pointed out that the proposal in the report dealing with cuidiú leis. The Cathaoirleach pointed out that the proposal in the report dealing with recruitment and appointment of a Deputy Secretary was not being adopted following recruitment and appointment of a Deputy Secretary was not being adopted following opposition to this by some delegates. opposition to this by some delegates.

Tuairisc An Chuntasóra agus Cursaí Airgeadais: Tuairisc An Chuntasóra agus Cursaí Airgeadais: The Treasurer’s and Auditor’s report and the Balance Sheet were adopted ar mholadh G. The Treasurer’s and Auditor’s report and the Balance Sheet were adopted ar mholadh G. Ó Rinn (Tiobraid Árann), T. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. G. Ó hÍcí, Cisteoir Ó Rinn (Tiobraid Árann), T. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. G. Ó hÍcí, Cisteoir dealt with the report page by page and invited questions on any aspect of the accounts dealt with the report page by page and invited questions on any aspect of the accounts and dealt with same. G. Ó hÍcí thanked the County Treasurers and all Stilesmen for their and dealt with same. G. Ó hÍcí thanked the County Treasurers and all Stilesmen for their assistance over the previous year. assistance over the previous year.

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Tuairiscí na gCoístí Scol is na bFo-Choístí: Tuairiscí na gCoístí Scol is na bFo-Choístí:

The reports of the various Council Sub-Committee’s, Schools Committees and associated The reports of the various Council Sub-Committee’s, Schools Committees and associated bodies were adopted unanimously ar mholadh T. Ó hAonghusa (Portláirge), G. de Faoite bodies were adopted unanimously ar mholadh T. Ó hAonghusa (Portláirge), G. de Faoite (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. The Cathaoirleach thanked the officers and members of all (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. The Cathaoirleach thanked the officers and members of all committees and sub-committees for their work over the previous year. committees and sub-committees for their work over the previous year.

Oráid An Chathaoirligh (Sean Ó Fogartaigh) Oráid An Chathaoirligh (Sean Ó Fogartaigh) Te se de phribhleid agam mo Oraid an Cathaoirleach a chur os chomhair an Te se de phribhleid agam mo Oraid an Cathaoirleach a chur os chomhair an Chómhdháil don uair deireanach anocht. Chómhdháil don uair deireanach anocht. Tonight as my term as Cathaoirleach an Comhairle comes to a conclusion, I want to take Tonight as my term as Cathaoirleach an Comhairle comes to a conclusion, I want to take this opportunity to express my unreserved thanks to the each and everyone who helped this opportunity to express my unreserved thanks to the each and everyone who helped me in so many ways to emerge relatively unscathed from what has become a very me in so many ways to emerge relatively unscathed from what has become a very demanding role .On the night of my election I promised that I would give it my best shot demanding role .On the night of my election I promised that I would give it my best shot and I hoped that it would be good enough. Tonight as I vacate the position I can say that and I hoped that it would be good enough. Tonight as I vacate the position I can say that I gave it my best shot and I hope that it was good enough. As tonight is the incoming I gave it my best shot and I hope that it was good enough. As tonight is the incoming chairman’s night I will be relatively brief. I would just like to touch on a few issues that I chairman’s night I will be relatively brief. I would just like to touch on a few issues that I feel are worthy of mention. feel are worthy of mention.

Discipline Discipline With each passing year the demands on officials are increasing at an alarming rate. With each passing year the demands on officials are increasing at an alarming rate. Unfortunately a lot of these extra demands are as a result of a lack of acceptance of the Unfortunately a lot of these extra demands are as a result of a lack of acceptance of the rules and regulations of the Association. To me it is grossly irritating that units and rules and regulations of the Association. To me it is grossly irritating that units and individuals will sit meekly at Annual Conventions without querying or attempting to individuals will sit meekly at Annual Conventions without querying or attempting to change rules by submitting motions, and yet at the first opportunity throughout the year change rules by submitting motions, and yet at the first opportunity throughout the year resort to exploring every avenue to prove that these same rules are flawed. Surely if we resort to exploring every avenue to prove that these same rules are flawed. Surely if we are happy to take out membership of the Association under a given set of rules, it is only are happy to take out membership of the Association under a given set of rules, it is only common decency to abide by them. I am of the firm belief that we should be capable of common decency to abide by them. I am of the firm belief that we should be capable of compiling a set of rules that would virtually eliminate the loopholes (often perceived) compiling a set of rules that would virtually eliminate the loopholes (often perceived) being exploited. Whilst one would hope that the system in place since January will being exploited. Whilst one would hope that the system in place since January will improve things, I’m not so sure as the reduction of the penalty for some serious improve things, I’m not so sure as the reduction of the penalty for some serious infractions is sending out the wrong signal. Until we grasp the nettle and introduce infractions is sending out the wrong signal. Until we grasp the nettle and introduce match rather than time suspensions we will not have a fair and satisfactory system. match rather than time suspensions we will not have a fair and satisfactory system.

In a similar vein, the concentration by sections of the media on a miniscule In a similar vein, the concentration by sections of the media on a miniscule number of unsavoury incidents in our games is damaging in the extreme as parents of number of unsavoury incidents in our games is damaging in the extreme as parents of young children on reading these reports will not encourage them to play our games. I as young children on reading these reports will not encourage them to play our games. I as much if not more than anyone else decry these incidents and indeed I don’t seek to much if not more than anyone else decry these incidents and indeed I don’t seek to minimise their potential negative impact on the Association, but put in context with the minimise their potential negative impact on the Association, but put in context with the number of games played each week their number is miniscule. The most annoying thing number of games played each week their number is miniscule. The most annoying thing about the reporting of these incidents is the turning of a blind eye to similar happenings about the reporting of these incidents is the turning of a blind eye to similar happenings in other codes. I recently came across a headline in a local newspaper where a referee in other codes. I recently came across a headline in a local newspaper where a referee abandoned a game in another code as he was in fear of his life. If that was a G.A.A. game abandoned a game in another code as he was in fear of his life. If that was a G.A.A. game sections of the national media would latch on to it and get a good week out of it. sections of the national media would latch on to it and get a good week out of it.

Munster Hurling Championship Munster Hurling Championship The future of the Munster hurling championship is not in any immediate danger of being The future of the Munster hurling championship is not in any immediate danger of being dispensed with, however the people charged with administering the affairs of the dispensed with, however the people charged with administering the affairs of the Association in the Province need to be vigilant in ensuring that we don’t lose the Association in the Province need to be vigilant in ensuring that we don’t lose the brightest diamond in the cluster down the line. This championship has served the G.A.A. brightest diamond in the cluster down the line. This championship has served the G.A.A. well nationally as well as at Provincial level in profiling the game of hurling as the great well nationally as well as at Provincial level in profiling the game of hurling as the great

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game it is. The challenge for the G.A.A. is to create a similar championship amongst the game it is. The challenge for the G.A.A. is to create a similar championship amongst the remaining hurling strongholds. The honest and honourable opinion of the Leinster remaining hurling strongholds. The honest and honourable opinion of the Leinster secretary Michael Delaney in his annual report that the Leinster hurling championship is secretary Michael Delaney in his annual report that the Leinster hurling championship is in trouble highlights the need for this course of action. I also believe that the time has in trouble highlights the need for this course of action. I also believe that the time has come to discontinue both the Intermediate hurling and the Junior football championships come to discontinue both the Intermediate hurling and the Junior football championships at Inter-County level. The level of interest in these championships amongst both players at Inter-County level. The level of interest in these championships amongst both players and the public has diminished greatly in recent years. In sharp contrast the introduction and the public has diminished greatly in recent years. In sharp contrast the introduction of All-Ireland club championships at the lower grades has had the desired effect. The of All-Ireland club championships at the lower grades has had the desired effect. The hosting of a game let alone the participation in these competitions has lifted morale in hosting of a game let alone the participation in these competitions has lifted morale in the clubs involved and of course the playing of the All-Ireland finals in Croke Park is the the clubs involved and of course the playing of the All-Ireland finals in Croke Park is the culmination of every players dream. culmination of every players dream. Council Elections Council Elections The election to fill vacancies on the Council Officer ship Board needs to be seriously The election to fill vacancies on the Council Officer ship Board needs to be seriously looked at. With a relatively small electorate it is quite easy to establish where every vote looked at. With a relatively small electorate it is quite easy to establish where every vote goes. This can put delegates under undue pressure and can have undesirable goes. This can put delegates under undue pressure and can have undesirable recriminations. Far better if the Council would establish a rota system among the recriminations. Far better if the Council would establish a rota system among the Counties for all these positions. This would not discourage a County passing their turn if Counties for all these positions. This would not discourage a County passing their turn if they had nobody available for a particular position, as they would still be at the head of they had nobody available for a particular position, as they would still be at the head of the queue next time round. I would urge the Council to look at this in the coming year. the queue next time round. I would urge the Council to look at this in the coming year. Croke Park Croke Park The playing of other codes in Croke Park continues to be an emotive issue. I believe that The playing of other codes in Croke Park continues to be an emotive issue. I believe that a very strong message was sent to the other sporting organisations at the last Central a very strong message was sent to the other sporting organisations at the last Central Council meeting that we would be watching the progress of their planning application Council meeting that we would be watching the progress of their planning application with interest before making any further commitments. In the meantime I believe that we with interest before making any further commitments. In the meantime I believe that we should maximise the general feeling of goodwill towards the Association that currently should maximise the general feeling of goodwill towards the Association that currently exists. Again I decry the irresponsible actions of sections of the media who sought to exists. Again I decry the irresponsible actions of sections of the media who sought to raise tensions in the lead up to last Saturday’s game. It was very wrong and mischievous raise tensions in the lead up to last Saturday’s game. It was very wrong and mischievous to try and exploit a very emotive issue. to try and exploit a very emotive issue. The Future The Future With the extra finance being generated at national level through various means, the With the extra finance being generated at national level through various means, the Provincial Council must without further delay formulate a strategic plan going forward. Provincial Council must without further delay formulate a strategic plan going forward. This plan must tie in with the soon to be launched National plan and must have the This plan must tie in with the soon to be launched National plan and must have the approval of the Associations Management Committee to ensure that the pathway to future approval of the Associations Management Committee to ensure that the pathway to future development is achieved in both a coherent and the most advantageous manner for the development is achieved in both a coherent and the most advantageous manner for the Association throughout the country. These plans can and indeed must be funded from the Association throughout the country. These plans can and indeed must be funded from the extra funding now available to the Association. I would appeal to clubs not to be too extra funding now available to the Association. I would appeal to clubs not to be too selfish about this but to look at the bigger picture. I firmly believe that the provision of selfish about this but to look at the bigger picture. I firmly believe that the provision of all-weather pitches for the playing of our school games at all levels is vital. Forced by all-weather pitches for the playing of our school games at all levels is vital. Forced by the school calendar to play practically all their games during the winter months, it is the school calendar to play practically all their games during the winter months, it is unacceptable that they should also have the beg clubs for the use of their pitches. They unacceptable that they should also have the beg clubs for the use of their pitches. They sometimes arrive at a venue to find the pitch unplayable. This causes major disruption to sometimes arrive at a venue to find the pitch unplayable. This causes major disruption to class scheduling not to mention the financial burden. I’m not too sure that many people class scheduling not to mention the financial burden. I’m not too sure that many people have a concept of the difficult conditions our schools are operating under. This would have a concept of the difficult conditions our schools are operating under. This would also be in the clubs interest as having invested heavily in the development of their pitches also be in the clubs interest as having invested heavily in the development of their pitches they would not be subjected to so much use during unfavourable weather conditions. they would not be subjected to so much use during unfavourable weather conditions.

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Sub- Committees Sub- Committees I would like to thank the sub-committees for their commitment to their various roles. They I would like to thank the sub-committees for their commitment to their various roles. They operate very much in the background out of the limelight; we must not forget that their operate very much in the background out of the limelight; we must not forget that their role is as important as the more senior officials. I cannot let the occasion pass without role is as important as the more senior officials. I cannot let the occasion pass without mentioning the retirement of Muiris O Sullivan as secretary of the Coaching and mentioning the retirement of Muiris O Sullivan as secretary of the Coaching and Development Committee after 20 years of devoted service. He has left a legacy of Development Committee after 20 years of devoted service. He has left a legacy of development behind him that will become even more apparent with the passage of time. I development behind him that will become even more apparent with the passage of time. I believe that all sub-committees would be more effective if there was more cohesion believe that all sub-committees would be more effective if there was more cohesion between them and their counterparts at national level. This can be achieved when the between them and their counterparts at national level. This can be achieved when the strategic plans I have spoken about are in place. strategic plans I have spoken about are in place. Conclusion Conclusion I would like to thank the various officers and officials both in the other provinces and at I would like to thank the various officers and officials both in the other provinces and at national level. I would also like to thank the G.A.A. Journalists who have at all times national level. I would also like to thank the G.A.A. Journalists who have at all times given a very fair and balanced view of Council affairs during my chairmanship. given a very fair and balanced view of Council affairs during my chairmanship.

I want to thank my fellow officers for their co-operation and friendship to me during my I want to thank my fellow officers for their co-operation and friendship to me during my term of office. No man is an island, and without their help I could not have carried out term of office. No man is an island, and without their help I could not have carried out my duties to the Council. I wish my successor Jimmy O Gorman the very best of luck in my duties to the Council. I wish my successor Jimmy O Gorman the very best of luck in the position, and I promise him my full support if and when required. The friends I made the position, and I promise him my full support if and when required. The friends I made during the 3 years is something I will always treasure and remember with fondness. during the 3 years is something I will always treasure and remember with fondness. Sincere thanks to each and every one of you. Sincere thanks to each and every one of you.

Slan agus Beannacht. Slan agus Beannacht.

Seán Ó Fogartaigh, Seán Ó Fogartaigh, Cathaoirleach. Cathaoirleach.

Togha na nOifigeach Togha na nOifigeach

The meeting adopted the Ballot System and Procedures circulated and read by the Rúnaí The meeting adopted the Ballot System and Procedures circulated and read by the Rúnaí prior to the commencement of the election of officers ar moladh T. Ó hAonghusa prior to the commencement of the election of officers ar moladh T. Ó hAonghusa (Portláirge), G. de Faoite (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. This is reproduced as Appendix 1 to (Portláirge), G. de Faoite (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. This is reproduced as Appendix 1 to this minute. this minute.

The Cathaoirleach declared the following nominated Candidates elected when each had The Cathaoirleach declared the following nominated Candidates elected when each had been formally proposed and seconded as indicated there being only one nominee for each been formally proposed and seconded as indicated there being only one nominee for each position: position:

Cathaoirleach: Séamus Ó Gormáín (Portláirge) Cathaoirleach: Séamus Ó Gormáín (Portláirge) Ar mholadh: S. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge) Ar mholadh: S. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge) Cuidithe le: P. Mac Floinn (Portláirge) Cuidithe le: P. Mac Floinn (Portláirge)

Cisteoir: Gearóid Ó hÍcí (An Clár) Cisteoir: Gearóid Ó hÍcí (An Clár) Ar mholadh: P. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge) Ar mholadh: P. Mac Gráinne (Portláirge) Cuidithe le: A. Breathnach (Portláirge) Cuidithe le: A. Breathnach (Portláirge)

Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí: Liam Ó Conchúir (Ciarraí) Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí: Liam Ó Conchúir (Ciarraí) Ar mholadh: E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Ar mholadh: E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Cuidithe le: M. Ó Dubhláin (Corcaigh) Cuidithe le: M. Ó Dubhláin (Corcaigh)

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Cuntasoirí: Price Waterhouse Coopers (Luimneach) Cuntasoirí: Price Waterhouse Coopers (Luimneach) Ar mholadh: E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Ar mholadh: E. Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Cuidithe le: S. Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Cuidithe le: S. Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann)

Leas-Cathaoirleach: Leas-Cathaoirleach:

An election was conducted for the Leas-Cathaoirleach position and the Cathaoirleach An election was conducted for the Leas-Cathaoirleach position and the Cathaoirleach declared S. Breathnach (Ciarraí) elected when he received 27 votes in the final count to declared S. Breathnach (Ciarraí) elected when he received 27 votes in the final count to 25 votes for D. Mac Giobúin. 25 votes for D. Mac Giobúin.

All officers were congratulated on their election and thanked delegates for placing their All officers were congratulated on their election and thanked delegates for placing their trust in them. The new Cathaoirleach, S. Ó Gormáin (Portláirge) addressed the meeting trust in them. The new Cathaoirleach, S. Ó Gormáin (Portláirge) addressed the meeting as follows: as follows:

Uachtaran C.L.G, Uachtaran Comhairle na Mumhan, Oifigi an Comhairle, Oifigi na Uachtaran C.L.G, Uachtaran Comhairle na Mumhan, Oifigi an Comhairle, Oifigi na Condae, teachtai agus a chaired uilig. Condae, teachtai agus a chaired uilig.

Is mor an cuis athais do bheith os bhar gcomhair mar Chathaoirleach Comhairle na Is mor an cuis athais do bheith os bhar gcomhair mar Chathaoirleach Comhairle na Mumhan an trathnona seo. Caid ana speisialta is ea e do mo chondae, mo chumann Mumhan an trathnona seo. Caid ana speisialta is ea e do mo chondae, mo chumann agus mo chlann fein. Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochas a ghabhail do gach einne a agus mo chlann fein. Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochas a ghabhail do gach einne a chabharaigh liom an onoir seo a bhaint amach. Tonight in my home town of Lismore, it chabharaigh liom an onoir seo a bhaint amach. Tonight in my home town of Lismore, it is my great privilege to assume the high office of Cathaoirleach Comhairle Na Mumhan is my great privilege to assume the high office of Cathaoirleach Comhairle Na Mumhan for the next 3 challenging years. for the next 3 challenging years.

I am not unmindful of the fact that since the foundation of this provincial Council I am I am not unmindful of the fact that since the foundation of this provincial Council I am the 4th Waterfordian to assume the ultimate office of Chairman. I am following in the the 4th Waterfordian to assume the ultimate office of Chairman. I am following in the footsteps of my predecessors the late, great, Vin O’Donoghue – proudly a fellow Lismore footsteps of my predecessors the late, great, Vin O’Donoghue – proudly a fellow Lismore Clubman, the Legendary Padraig Ó Fainín, one of the greatest administrators our Clubman, the Legendary Padraig Ó Fainín, one of the greatest administrators our Association has ever had, and an fear as an Gaeltacht, Nicholas McCraith who like Association has ever had, and an fear as an Gaeltacht, Nicholas McCraith who like Padraig is still happily with us. Padraig is still happily with us.

Indeed I am equally mindful of the sky high standards that have been set in the Office of Indeed I am equally mindful of the sky high standards that have been set in the Office of Chairman by all who preceded me, and in that context I want to pay tribute tonight to our Chairman by all who preceded me, and in that context I want to pay tribute tonight to our retiring Chairman Sean Fogarty for his outstanding term of Office. Seán, a true and retiring Chairman Sean Fogarty for his outstanding term of Office. Seán, a true and proud Tipperary man, has not only maintained the status and stature of the Office but has proud Tipperary man, has not only maintained the status and stature of the Office but has indeed enhanced it even further since he took over. I have been honoured to have served indeed enhanced it even further since he took over. I have been honoured to have served in the role of Vice-Chairman with him and I know that the benefits I have reaped from in the role of Vice-Chairman with him and I know that the benefits I have reaped from that will stand me in very good stead throughout the term of my own Chairmanship. In that will stand me in very good stead throughout the term of my own Chairmanship. In facing the many challenges that lie ahead it is comforting to know that Sean will be there facing the many challenges that lie ahead it is comforting to know that Sean will be there to lend his helping hand and his constructive advice as I move into the first year in to lend his helping hand and his constructive advice as I move into the first year in Office. Office.

In paying this richly deserved tribute to Sean, it would be entirely remiss of me were I not In paying this richly deserved tribute to Sean, it would be entirely remiss of me were I not to acknowledge the enormous and effective administrative roles all the other Officers of to acknowledge the enormous and effective administrative roles all the other Officers of the Council are playing and continue to play. the Council are playing and continue to play.

Our Rúnaí, Simon had the most challenging task when taking over from a legend in Our Rúnaí, Simon had the most challenging task when taking over from a legend in Donie Nealon, but he has done so in the most remarkably successful way, and the level of Donie Nealon, but he has done so in the most remarkably successful way, and the level of professionalism he has brought to the post is just about the most fitting tribute he could professionalism he has brought to the post is just about the most fitting tribute he could pay to his illustrious predecessor. pay to his illustrious predecessor.

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Our Treasurer Ger is a man gifted with all the necessary skills for this key post, and in 2 Our Treasurer Ger is a man gifted with all the necessary skills for this key post, and in 2 short years as Cisteoir he has impacted in the most telling and decisive way. A man we short years as Cisteoir he has impacted in the most telling and decisive way. A man we all have every reason to be proud of. all have every reason to be proud of.

For 2 years also that man from the Kingdom Willie O’Connor, has been PRO, doubling For 2 years also that man from the Kingdom Willie O’Connor, has been PRO, doubling in the same post with his native Kerry. They come no better and in his constructive hands in the same post with his native Kerry. They come no better and in his constructive hands the Munster Council is in safe keeping. the Munster Council is in safe keeping.

During my years as a player, Club and Board Officer, and Referee, the well being of the During my years as a player, Club and Board Officer, and Referee, the well being of the Club has ever been one of my prime concerns. Now in assuming the Office of Chairman, Club has ever been one of my prime concerns. Now in assuming the Office of Chairman, it is my intention to place this issue high on my agenda. For a variety of reasons the it is my intention to place this issue high on my agenda. For a variety of reasons the pressures on Club Officers continue to increase with each passing year, and I know that pressures on Club Officers continue to increase with each passing year, and I know that their problems are being compounded by the massive increase in Inter-County activity. I their problems are being compounded by the massive increase in Inter-County activity. I promise to have this specific issue looked at in a serious way when time permits. More promise to have this specific issue looked at in a serious way when time permits. More and more the Club versus the County issue is manifesting itself and is, as I see it, one that and more the Club versus the County issue is manifesting itself and is, as I see it, one that urgently needs to be confronted and resolved. The adage that the Club is the basic unit urgently needs to be confronted and resolved. The adage that the Club is the basic unit of the Association is much more than a witty cliché, and the threat the club is now coming of the Association is much more than a witty cliché, and the threat the club is now coming under from the increasing demands of its Inter – County masters will only end in disaster under from the increasing demands of its Inter – County masters will only end in disaster if not tackled sooner rather than later. if not tackled sooner rather than later.

These are times of major challenge and change, none more so than that thrown up by the These are times of major challenge and change, none more so than that thrown up by the Croke Park issues and its availability, or otherwise, to rival sports organisations. I am Croke Park issues and its availability, or otherwise, to rival sports organisations. I am proud to say that Cumann Lúthchleas Gael emerged from that one with its reputation not proud to say that Cumann Lúthchleas Gael emerged from that one with its reputation not only intact, but enhanced in the eyes of all sportsmen and sports women on this island It only intact, but enhanced in the eyes of all sportsmen and sports women on this island It was a magnanimous issue which was dealt in a most decisive and democratic manner. was a magnanimous issue which was dealt in a most decisive and democratic manner. And even when some of our trenchant critics have seen fit to give a nod of approval that’s And even when some of our trenchant critics have seen fit to give a nod of approval that’s the proof that our Association brought this issue to a successful completion. the proof that our Association brought this issue to a successful completion.

During my 3 years as Council Vice-Chairman I have worked closely with the Coaching During my 3 years as Council Vice-Chairman I have worked closely with the Coaching and Games units, and I am happy with the splendid work being done in preparing our and Games units, and I am happy with the splendid work being done in preparing our youth for the key role they will play in taking our games to an even higher standard than youth for the key role they will play in taking our games to an even higher standard than we have today. It is my intention to ensure that this great work continues and intensifies we have today. It is my intention to ensure that this great work continues and intensifies in order to ensure that our province will match ,if not outshine, all other in the skills and in order to ensure that our province will match ,if not outshine, all other in the skills and the promotion of our games. the promotion of our games.

I am looking forward to working with everyone on this Munster Council, which I have I am looking forward to working with everyone on this Munster Council, which I have seen to be such a close knit operation where the common objective of every member is to seen to be such a close knit operation where the common objective of every member is to promote the games in the most reasonable and practical way they can. promote the games in the most reasonable and practical way they can.

Finally on a night as historic and personally special as this is for me I want to thank my Finally on a night as historic and personally special as this is for me I want to thank my own Club – Lismore, for the unequivocal support they have given to me at all times . Nor own Club – Lismore, for the unequivocal support they have given to me at all times . Nor can I overlook either the important part in much of my life my former Club Tourin has can I overlook either the important part in much of my life my former Club Tourin has been. been.

Finally this is a momentous occasion for my family, for my wife Anne who has been so Finally this is a momentous occasion for my family, for my wife Anne who has been so supportive throughout, daughters Liz, Siobhan and Jennifer, my son Alan, and all other supportive throughout, daughters Liz, Siobhan and Jennifer, my son Alan, and all other members of my extended family. Sadly there’s one family member not here, my son Pat members of my extended family. Sadly there’s one family member not here, my son Pat who tragically lost his life almost eight years ago. Pat epitomised all that is best in the who tragically lost his life almost eight years ago. Pat epitomised all that is best in the GAA Player, dedicated almost to a fault and a young man who never gave less than GAA Player, dedicated almost to a fault and a young man who never gave less than 100% on the field of play. However while his physical presence is not to be seen, I 100% on the field of play. However while his physical presence is not to be seen, I

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suspect he is up there in his celestial home nodding approvingly and telling the old fellow suspect he is up there in his celestial home nodding approvingly and telling the old fellow to get on with the job. to get on with the job.

That I will do, and together let all of us go forth working for the betterment of an That I will do, and together let all of us go forth working for the betterment of an Association that is an integral part of our very lives. Association that is an integral part of our very lives.

Ar eigh linn leis an obair. Ar eigh linn leis an obair.

Séamus Ó Gormáin Séamus Ó Gormáin

Bank Mandates: Bank Mandates:

The meeting approved revised the bank mandates for the four Council bank accounts to The meeting approved revised the bank mandates for the four Council bank accounts to include the new Cathaoirleach with the Rúnaí and Cisteoir as signatories; ar moladh include the new Cathaoirleach with the Rúnaí and Cisteoir as signatories; ar moladh Piaras Ó Murchú (Corcaigh), S. S. Ó Cearbháil (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis. Piaras Ó Murchú (Corcaigh), S. S. Ó Cearbháil (Ciarraí) ag cuidiú leis.

Oráid an Uachtarán: Oráid an Uachtarán:

The Uachtarán, Nioclás Ó Braonáin made a wide ranging address to the convention on The Uachtarán, Nioclás Ó Braonáin made a wide ranging address to the convention on several issues of importance to the Association. He paid tribute to the Council members several issues of importance to the Association. He paid tribute to the Council members and officers for the efficient manner in which it conducts its business. and officers for the efficient manner in which it conducts its business.

Buíochás: Buíochás:

Prior to the conclusion of the Convention the Cathaoirleach paid particular tribute to the Prior to the conclusion of the Convention the Cathaoirleach paid particular tribute to the staff and management of the Ballyrafter House Hotel for the arrangements for staff and management of the Ballyrafter House Hotel for the arrangements for Convention. Convention.

Amhrán na bhFiann agus Críoch na Comhdhála Amhrán na bhFiann agus Críoch na Comhdhála Ghabh an Chathaoirleach buíochas le gach éinne a ghlac páirt in imeachhtaí agus Ghabh an Chathaoirleach buíochas le gach éinne a ghlac páirt in imeachhtaí agus diospóireachtaí na comhdhála: leis an Ostán as ucht na heagraí a rinneadar don diospóireachtaí na comhdhála: leis an Ostán as ucht na heagraí a rinneadar don Chomhdháil agus cuireadh críoch leis an gComhdháil le canadh “Amhrán na bhFiann”. Chomhdháil agus cuireadh críoch leis an gComhdháil le canadh “Amhrán na bhFiann”.

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Appendix 1 Appendix 1

Comhairle na Mumhan CLG Comhairle na Mumhan CLG Munster Council Elections – Ballot System & Procedures Munster Council Elections – Ballot System & Procedures

All elections or ballots for Munster Council Officer ships shall be conducted using the All elections or ballots for Munster Council Officer ships shall be conducted using the following system and procedures and the provisions of rule 97 of Treoraí Oifigiúil 2007 following system and procedures and the provisions of rule 97 of Treoraí Oifigiúil 2007 and future amendments: and future amendments:

1) Tellers shall be appointed before a ballot commences to conduct record and 1) Tellers shall be appointed before a ballot commences to conduct record and advise on the result of ballots. advise on the result of ballots.

2) Votes will be cast for one Candidate only in each ballot. 2) Votes will be cast for one Candidate only in each ballot.

3) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast and record and return the result 3) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. of the ballot to the Council Chairman.

4) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in 4) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the first ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no the first ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the first ballot the Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the first ballot the Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a second ballot Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a second ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates.

In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the first ballot a In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the first ballot a tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in the tie break ballot and a second ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining the tie break ballot and a second ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. Candidates.

However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall declare both Candidates eliminated and a second ballot shall be conducted declare both Candidates eliminated and a second ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. involving the remaining Candidates.

5) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this second ballot and record 5) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this second ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman.

6) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in 6) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the second ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no the second ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the second ballot the Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the second ballot the Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a third ballot Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a third ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates.

In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the second ballot In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the second ballot a tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes a tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in

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the tie break ballot and a third ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining the tie break ballot and a third ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. Candidates.

However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall declare both Candidates eliminated and a third ballot shall be conducted involving declare both Candidates eliminated and a third ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. the remaining Candidates.

7) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this third ballot and record 7) The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this third ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman.

8) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in 8) In the event that one Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the third ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no the third ballot that Candidate shall be declared elected. In the event that no Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the third ballot the Candidate has obtained a simple majority of the votes cast in the third ballot the Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a fourth ballot Candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be eliminated and a fourth ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates.

In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the third ballot a In the event that two Candidates are tied on the lowest vote from the third ballot a tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes tie break ballot involving these two Candidates with the lowest number of votes shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie shall be conducted. The Tellers shall conduct a count of the votes cast in this tie break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. break ballot and record and return the result of the ballot to the Council Chairman. The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in The Chairman shall eliminate the Candidate with the lowest number of votes in the tie break ballot and a fourth shall be conducted involving the remaining the tie break ballot and a fourth shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. Candidates.

However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two However if the difference between the combined number of votes cast for the two Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes Candidates with the lowest tied number of votes is lower than the number of votes cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall cast for the Candidate with the next lowest number of votes, the Chairman shall declare both Candidates eliminated and a fourth ballot shall be conducted declare both Candidates eliminated and a fourth ballot shall be conducted involving the remaining Candidates. involving the remaining Candidates.

9) The system and procedures outlined above for first, second and third ballots and 9) The system and procedures outlined above for first, second and third ballots and for a tie break ballot shall be applied for fourth and subsequent ballots, as for a tie break ballot shall be applied for fourth and subsequent ballots, as required, until one Candidate has achieved a simple majority of the votes cast and required, until one Candidate has achieved a simple majority of the votes cast and the Chairman shall declare that Candidate elected to the position. the Chairman shall declare that Candidate elected to the position.

10) In the event that only two remaining Candidates are tied on the same number of 10) In the event that only two remaining Candidates are tied on the same number of votes the presiding Chairman shall have a second or casting vote and shall declare votes the presiding Chairman shall have a second or casting vote and shall declare the Candidate in favour of whom he casts this vote elected to the position. the Candidate in favour of whom he casts this vote elected to the position.

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Tuairisc an Rúnaí Tuairisc an Rúnaí

Is mór an phribléid dom Thuairisc an Rúnaí a chur ós comhair Chomhdháil Comhairle na Is mór an phribléid dom Thuairisc an Rúnaí a chur ós comhair Chomhdháil Comhairle na Mumhan CLG don bhliain 2007. Ba mhaith liom buíochas a ghabháil do gach éinne a Mumhan CLG don bhliain 2007. Ba mhaith liom buíochas a ghabháil do gach éinne a raibh páirteach le hobair an Chomhairle I rith 2007. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir. raibh páirteach le hobair an Chomhairle I rith 2007. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir.

I am honoured to present my fourth and final report to Annual Convention on the I am honoured to present my fourth and final report to Annual Convention on the activities of Munster Council during 2007. Like previous years I will concentrate on activities of Munster Council during 2007. Like previous years I will concentrate on dealing with the activities in broad terms and I will not go into detail where the aspect of dealing with the activities in broad terms and I will not go into detail where the aspect of the Council work is covered in some detail in other reports contained in this booklet. the Council work is covered in some detail in other reports contained in this booklet. Associated Tables provide a detailed record on games activities etc. Associated Tables provide a detailed record on games activities etc.

Overall 2007 can be regarded as a successful year for the Council from a number of Overall 2007 can be regarded as a successful year for the Council from a number of perspectives: On the field the senior hurling championship caught the imagination of the perspectives: On the field the senior hurling championship caught the imagination of the public throughout the country with the three game saga between Limerick and Waterford public throughout the country with the three game saga between Limerick and Waterford and was one of the sporting highlights of the year. The province had three teams in the and was one of the sporting highlights of the year. The province had three teams in the All-Ireland senior finals with two Munster teams in the football decider. The province All-Ireland senior finals with two Munster teams in the football decider. The province competed in both M. Donnelly Interprovincial finals winning the hurling decider and competed in both M. Donnelly Interprovincial finals winning the hurling decider and competing well in the football. The Council, thanks to the two replays in the senior competing well in the football. The Council, thanks to the two replays in the senior hurling, had a successful year financially. The benefit of this financial strength was hurling, had a successful year financially. The benefit of this financial strength was shared with the units in the province when €200K was passed on to the counties and shared with the units in the province when €200K was passed on to the counties and clubs in special “once-off” second replay grants and an additional €800K was added to clubs in special “once-off” second replay grants and an additional €800K was added to the generous €1.6 million development grant budget for disbursement to the clubs and the generous €1.6 million development grant budget for disbursement to the clubs and counties. counties. New Committees in 2007 New Committees in 2007 The Council fixtures were managed during 2007 by the new Competition Control The Council fixtures were managed during 2007 by the new Competition Control Committee which replaced the old Games Administration Committee. All competitions Committee which replaced the old Games Administration Committee. All competitions were completed within the calendar year as planned. The committee managed the sixteen were completed within the calendar year as planned. The committee managed the sixteen provincial county and club competitions organised by the Council in 2007. The provincial county and club competitions organised by the Council in 2007. The committee made some important changes during the year which will benefit the Council committee made some important changes during the year which will benefit the Council long-term. long-term.

The main change was the decision to introduce mandatory “home and away” as a The main change was the decision to introduce mandatory “home and away” as a requirement for all future fixtures in the Under 21 and Minor Championships from 2008 requirement for all future fixtures in the Under 21 and Minor Championships from 2008 onwards. onwards.

A second change introduced mandatory “extra time” in the regulations for the provincial A second change introduced mandatory “extra time” in the regulations for the provincial inter-county minor and under 21 championships up to semi-final stage. This sensible inter-county minor and under 21 championships up to semi-final stage. This sensible change is long overdue. It will prevent the unnecessary and unfair situation which arose change is long overdue. It will prevent the unnecessary and unfair situation which arose at the quarter-final and play-off stage of the minor football championship for Clare at the quarter-final and play-off stage of the minor football championship for Clare during 2007. The Clare minor players had to fulfil four championship fixtures in an during 2007. The Clare minor players had to fulfil four championship fixtures in an eleven day period between 11th and 21st April 2007. Were Clare successful in the last of eleven day period between 11th and 21st April 2007. Were Clare successful in the last of these four games they would again have had to field four days later on 25th April in the these four games they would again have had to field four days later on 25th April in the second play-off round involving five games in a fifteen day period. The team played no second play-off round involving five games in a fifteen day period. The team played no other games throughout the year. This avoidable (the draft regulations provided for other games throughout the year. This avoidable (the draft regulations provided for

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extra-time but it was rejected) fixture congestion for minor players preparing for extra-time but it was rejected) fixture congestion for minor players preparing for important exams is unjustifiable. important exams is unjustifiable.

Another change saw the draws for the club championships for 2008 made in January Another change saw the draws for the club championships for 2008 made in January 2008. This innovation will allow the counties sufficient time to ensure that their 2008. This innovation will allow the counties sufficient time to ensure that their championships are concluded in time to enable all counties to have representation in the championships are concluded in time to enable all counties to have representation in the provincial club championships. It was most regrettable that Portláirge failed to have their provincial club championships. It was most regrettable that Portláirge failed to have their intermediate hurling and football championships for 2007 completed in time to field intermediate hurling and football championships for 2007 completed in time to field representatives in both provincial championships for 2007. This failure is inexcusable as representatives in both provincial championships for 2007. This failure is inexcusable as the county, like all others, received the 2007 fixture schedule on 9th January 2007 almost the county, like all others, received the 2007 fixture schedule on 9th January 2007 almost ten months before the commencement of the 2007 competitions. This non-participation ten months before the commencement of the 2007 competitions. This non-participation detracted from the status of the championships and was unfair on the participants from detracted from the status of the championships and was unfair on the participants from the other counties. It is hoped that the new provisions agreed at the recent Special the other counties. It is hoped that the new provisions agreed at the recent Special Congress in relation to the monitoring of the county championships by the provincial Congress in relation to the monitoring of the county championships by the provincial body will ensure that this failure never occurs again. body will ensure that this failure never occurs again.

During 2007 all necessary disciplinary hearings were conducted by the new Provincial During 2007 all necessary disciplinary hearings were conducted by the new Provincial Hearings Committee. I wish to record the thanks of the Council to the committee Hearings Committee. I wish to record the thanks of the Council to the committee Chairman, T. Ó hAonghusa, and particularly to the hard-working secretary, P. Twiss. Chairman, T. Ó hAonghusa, and particularly to the hard-working secretary, P. Twiss. The new structure worked well during the past year. The new structure worked well during the past year.

Work of Council Sub-Committees Work of Council Sub-Committees The work of the Council is delivered to a large extent by an extensive sub-committee The work of the Council is delivered to a large extent by an extensive sub-committee structure. The various sub-committees operate on the basis of specific terms of reference structure. The various sub-committees operate on the basis of specific terms of reference supplied and have just completed their first of their three year terms coinciding with the supplied and have just completed their first of their three year terms coinciding with the tenure of the Chairman. The sub-committees are manned by a group of dedicated tenure of the Chairman. The sub-committees are manned by a group of dedicated voluntary people who work tirelessly on behalf of the Council. I wish to acknowledge voluntary people who work tirelessly on behalf of the Council. I wish to acknowledge the immense efforts and personal sacrifice, in terms of time and energy, made by these the immense efforts and personal sacrifice, in terms of time and energy, made by these people on the Councils work. In particular I wish to thank the officers of these sub- people on the Councils work. In particular I wish to thank the officers of these sub- committees on whom a greater burden of responsibility falls. I recognise fully that committees on whom a greater burden of responsibility falls. I recognise fully that without these unpaid volunteers the work of the Council would seriously suffer. Reports without these unpaid volunteers the work of the Council would seriously suffer. Reports on the work of each sub-committee are included later in the booklet and give a true sense on the work of each sub-committee are included later in the booklet and give a true sense of the range of work being carried out on the Councils behalf by the many personnel of the range of work being carried out on the Councils behalf by the many personnel involved. Go raibh mile maith agaibh arís. involved. Go raibh mile maith agaibh arís.

After Convention the role as Secretary to the Coaching & Games Development Sub- After Convention the role as Secretary to the Coaching & Games Development Sub- Committee will transfer from full-time Coaching & Games Development Manager, Joe Committee will transfer from full-time Coaching & Games Development Manager, Joe Carton, to his colleague in that role, Pat O Shea. I wish to record a sincere thanks to Joe Carton, to his colleague in that role, Pat O Shea. I wish to record a sincere thanks to Joe from myself and my fellow officers for his excellent work on behalf of the Council for from myself and my fellow officers for his excellent work on behalf of the Council for the past year as sub-committee secretary. the past year as sub-committee secretary.

GAMES 2007 GAMES 2007 2007 was another successful year for the Council in terms of games activity, the key 2007 was another successful year for the Council in terms of games activity, the key yardstick by which activities will be judged. A comprehensive record of all the yardstick by which activities will be judged. A comprehensive record of all the provincial playing activities is appended to this report containing the results of all provincial playing activities is appended to this report containing the results of all

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Council fixtures played throughout the province in 2007. In all 92 games were played Council fixtures played throughout the province in 2007. In all 92 games were played under the Council jurisdiction in 2007, 66 inter-county and 26 inter-club games. There under the Council jurisdiction in 2007, 66 inter-county and 26 inter-club games. There were five replays involved, all in inter-county competitions. were five replays involved, all in inter-county competitions.

I wish to thank all involved for this: including county representatives on CCC, the hard I wish to thank all involved for this: including county representatives on CCC, the hard working and efficient Referees Sub-Committee, individual Referees, Linesmen, Fourth working and efficient Referees Sub-Committee, individual Referees, Linesmen, Fourth Officials, Umpires and Assessors; and all ground staff at large and small venues Officials, Umpires and Assessors; and all ground staff at large and small venues throughout the province. I wish to thank the six County Treasures and the many throughout the province. I wish to thank the six County Treasures and the many Stilesmen for all the help and assistance provided to the Council Treasurer and myself in Stilesmen for all the help and assistance provided to the Council Treasurer and myself in relation to Council fixtures throughout the year. relation to Council fixtures throughout the year.

I wish to congratulate the winners of all the sixteen provincial competitions and I wish to congratulate the winners of all the sixteen provincial competitions and particularly the winners of the fourteen Munster Championships. particularly the winners of the fourteen Munster Championships.

Portláirge Portláirge Waterford had another good year at provincial level winning the senior and intermediate Waterford had another good year at provincial level winning the senior and intermediate hurling championships and contesting the Under 21 grade final but losing out to Cork. hurling championships and contesting the Under 21 grade final but losing out to Cork. The county comprehensively won the senior final against Limerick and though the The county comprehensively won the senior final against Limerick and though the margin was significant in the end all will agree that it belied the intensity of the contest. margin was significant in the end all will agree that it belied the intensity of the contest. Again the goal scoring ability of the great Dan Shanahan was central to victory. Their Again the goal scoring ability of the great Dan Shanahan was central to victory. Their semi-final wins against Cork at the provincial semi-final and All-Ireland quarter final semi-final wins against Cork at the provincial semi-final and All-Ireland quarter final stage, the latter in a replay, were well merited and provided excellent entertainment for stage, the latter in a replay, were well merited and provided excellent entertainment for all lucky enough to witness them. However Waterford again suffered the heartbreak of all lucky enough to witness them. However Waterford again suffered the heartbreak of not reaching the All-Ireland hurling final when Limerick took their revenge for the not reaching the All-Ireland hurling final when Limerick took their revenge for the Munster final defeat at All-Ireland semi-final stage. Munster final defeat at All-Ireland semi-final stage.

In the senior football championship Waterford defeated Clare in the quarter final but In the senior football championship Waterford defeated Clare in the quarter final but went down badly to eventual provincial and All-Ireland champions, Kerry, in the semi- went down badly to eventual provincial and All-Ireland champions, Kerry, in the semi- final. The county was clearly uncompetitive in the under 21 and minor football grades final. The county was clearly uncompetitive in the under 21 and minor football grades suffering significant 22 point and 17 point defeats respectively in these grades from Cork. suffering significant 22 point and 17 point defeats respectively in these grades from Cork.

Ciarraí Ciarraí Kerry won the senior football championship and done the province proud by going on to Kerry won the senior football championship and done the province proud by going on to retain their All-Ireland Football title defeating their neighbours, Cork, in an all Munster retain their All-Ireland Football title defeating their neighbours, Cork, in an all Munster final. Earlier in the year the Kingdom had won back the senior Munster football title in final. Earlier in the year the Kingdom had won back the senior Munster football title in an entertaining final in Killarney, again against Cork. While retaining the Sam Maguire an entertaining final in Killarney, again against Cork. While retaining the Sam Maguire title was an excellent achievement 2007 was a disappointing year at other grades for title was an excellent achievement 2007 was a disappointing year at other grades for Kerry. Kerry exited the Junior Football to Clare at semi-final stage the Under 21 football Kerry. Kerry exited the Junior Football to Clare at semi-final stage the Under 21 football in the first round again to Clare and they were defeated in the minor decided by Cork. in the first round again to Clare and they were defeated in the minor decided by Cork. The only provincial hurling championship contested by Kerry in 2007 was the Under 21 The only provincial hurling championship contested by Kerry in 2007 was the Under 21 grade in which they suffered a 37 point defeat from Waterford in the first round. The grade in which they suffered a 37 point defeat from Waterford in the first round. The team was not even bordering on competitive on that showing and not competing in the team was not even bordering on competitive on that showing and not competing in the minor grade in 2007 seriously raises the question about the failure of all efforts to minor grade in 2007 seriously raises the question about the failure of all efforts to improve hurling to a reasonably competitive level in the county. The county will not improve hurling to a reasonably competitive level in the county. The county will not participate in the Under 21 Hurling grade and will only make a token appearance (quarter participate in the Under 21 Hurling grade and will only make a token appearance (quarter final stage only) in the Minor hurling grade in 2008. More worrying perhaps is the final stage only) in the Minor hurling grade in 2008. More worrying perhaps is the

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decision not to compete in the senior club championships in 2008 opting instead to have decision not to compete in the senior club championships in 2008 opting instead to have their senior club champions participate at the intermediate grade in 2008. their senior club champions participate at the intermediate grade in 2008.

Luimneach Luimneach Limerick justified the expectation aroused by the promising performance against Cork in Limerick justified the expectation aroused by the promising performance against Cork in the 2006 All-Ireland hurling quarter final by going all the way to the All-Ireland final in the 2006 All-Ireland hurling quarter final by going all the way to the All-Ireland final in 2007. While the county won no titles in 2007 the performances of the senior hurlers in 2007. While the county won no titles in 2007 the performances of the senior hurlers in their contests with Tipperary in the provincial semi-final and in the All-Ireland quarter their contests with Tipperary in the provincial semi-final and in the All-Ireland quarter and semi finals against Clare and Waterford respectively were stirring and give rise to and semi finals against Clare and Waterford respectively were stirring and give rise to serious expectations in this grade for 2008. Limerick contested the intermediate hurling serious expectations in this grade for 2008. Limerick contested the intermediate hurling final against Waterford, were competitive for most of the game before losing out in the final against Waterford, were competitive for most of the game before losing out in the end when conceding late goals. end when conceding late goals.

The senior footballers have lost their competitiveness and were easily beaten in the first The senior footballers have lost their competitiveness and were easily beaten in the first round game by Cork in the senior football championship by a 13 point margin. The team round game by Cork in the senior football championship by a 13 point margin. The team has now lost the position as serious championship contenders which they held a few years has now lost the position as serious championship contenders which they held a few years ago. This is unfortunate for the senior championship which badly needs a third force to ago. This is unfortunate for the senior championship which badly needs a third force to counter the dominance of Kerry/Cork. Hopefully the team can rebuild to again challenge counter the dominance of Kerry/Cork. Hopefully the team can rebuild to again challenge this dominance. The junior footballers were competitive but were unfortunate to lose by this dominance. The junior footballers were competitive but were unfortunate to lose by the minimum margin in the first round game to eventual champions, Cork. Their minor the minimum margin in the first round game to eventual champions, Cork. Their minor football representatives were also unlucky to lose out in a well contested drawn semi- football representatives were also unlucky to lose out in a well contested drawn semi- final against Kerry before suffering a heavy defeat in the replay. final against Kerry before suffering a heavy defeat in the replay.

Corcaigh Corcaigh Unlike the previous year 2007 was not as successful a year for Cork as the previous year Unlike the previous year 2007 was not as successful a year for Cork as the previous year when they won seven of the competitions including six Championships of the fourteen when they won seven of the competitions including six Championships of the fourteen championships on offer in the province. In the year under review Cork won four championships on offer in the province. In the year under review Cork won four championships including the Junior, Under 21 and Minor Football and the Under 21 championships including the Junior, Under 21 and Minor Football and the Under 21 Hurling titles. The county also won the McGrath Cup Senior Football competition for Hurling titles. The county also won the McGrath Cup Senior Football competition for the second year running. the second year running.

Tiobraid Árann Tiobraid Árann Tipperary won the ESB Munster minor hurling crown in 2007 and were again excellent Tipperary won the ESB Munster minor hurling crown in 2007 and were again excellent provincial representatives winning the All-Ireland title for a second year running in 2007. provincial representatives winning the All-Ireland title for a second year running in 2007. This brought to an end the four year (2002-2005) drought at this level for the province. This brought to an end the four year (2002-2005) drought at this level for the province. The senior hurlers were involved in the titanic struggle with Limerick in the semi-final of The senior hurlers were involved in the titanic struggle with Limerick in the semi-final of the senior championship and looked at times like winners but for the tenacity of their the senior championship and looked at times like winners but for the tenacity of their neighbours. Tipperary won the Waterford Crystal Cup competition earlier in the year neighbours. Tipperary won the Waterford Crystal Cup competition earlier in the year against arch-rivals, Cork. against arch-rivals, Cork.

An Clár An Clár Clare exited the two senior championships at the first round stage; in hurling to Cork and Clare exited the two senior championships at the first round stage; in hurling to Cork and in football to Waterford. The junior footballers can be regarded as the unluckiest team in in football to Waterford. The junior footballers can be regarded as the unluckiest team in recent years losing finals by the narrowest of margins in the last two years. This year recent years losing finals by the narrowest of margins in the last two years. This year they were again defeated by Cork. Their under 21 footballers done well to defeat Kerry they were again defeated by Cork. Their under 21 footballers done well to defeat Kerry in the quarter final but failed to build on that success when losing well to Tipperary in the in the quarter final but failed to build on that success when losing well to Tipperary in the

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semi-final. I referred earlier to their minor footballers who had a very busy eleven days semi-final. I referred earlier to their minor footballers who had a very busy eleven days when playing four games, drawing two but losing both replays. when playing four games, drawing two but losing both replays.

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Format-Structure All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Format-Structure Following lengthy experimentation with different formats a Special Congress last Following lengthy experimentation with different formats a Special Congress last Autumn decided upon a new format for the All-Ireland senior hurling championship. The Autumn decided upon a new format for the All-Ireland senior hurling championship. The format agreed is not very different from the format suggested by the Council when this format agreed is not very different from the format suggested by the Council when this matter was being considered previously. The new format eliminates the unnecessary matter was being considered previously. The new format eliminates the unnecessary round-robin qualifier games, which is a welcome development in terms of creating space round-robin qualifier games, which is a welcome development in terms of creating space to run county club championships. The new format deserves an adequate testing period to run county club championships. The new format deserves an adequate testing period before final adjudication. before final adjudication.

Munster Senior Football Championship Format Munster Senior Football Championship Format The Council decided in 2007 to move from an open draw to a seeded draw in which the The Council decided in 2007 to move from an open draw to a seeded draw in which the two finalists from the previous year are seeded in the semi-finals. This new format is two finalists from the previous year are seeded in the semi-finals. This new format is being implemented for the 2008 senior football championship. The decision, though being implemented for the 2008 senior football championship. The decision, though democratically taken by the Council representatives following consultation with the democratically taken by the Council representatives following consultation with the counties, generated a lot of negative comment. This is hard to comprehend in light of the counties, generated a lot of negative comment. This is hard to comprehend in light of the fact that there was prior consultation with the counties and the decision is the democratic fact that there was prior consultation with the counties and the decision is the democratic wish of the Council membership. The decision was arrived at in precisely the same wish of the Council membership. The decision was arrived at in precisely the same manner as the previous decision to move to an open draw format taken in respect of the manner as the previous decision to move to an open draw format taken in respect of the 1991 championship. The decision recognises the relative strength of the counties at any 1991 championship. The decision recognises the relative strength of the counties at any point in time and ensures that the showpiece of the provincial championship, the final, is point in time and ensures that the showpiece of the provincial championship, the final, is generally between the two best teams. It should be remembered that it is the two finalists generally between the two best teams. It should be remembered that it is the two finalists from the previous year who are seeded, not necessarily Cork and Kerry though this may from the previous year who are seeded, not necessarily Cork and Kerry though this may generally be the outcome based on the relative county strengths. To break this current generally be the outcome based on the relative county strengths. To break this current dominance all that is required is for one of the four “weaker” counties to win a semi final dominance all that is required is for one of the four “weaker” counties to win a semi final in any year. in any year.

At present it is regrettable but should be remembered that three of the four Munster At present it is regrettable but should be remembered that three of the four Munster counties are playing in Division 4 of the Allianz National League. Unfortunately this counties are playing in Division 4 of the Allianz National League. Unfortunately this means that these counties are not eligible to compete in the All-Ireland Qualifier series means that these counties are not eligible to compete in the All-Ireland Qualifier series but are confined to participation in the Tommy Murphy Cup. This is the outcome of but are confined to participation in the Tommy Murphy Cup. This is the outcome of actual match results over a period of time. The only way to alter this situation and to actual match results over a period of time. The only way to alter this situation and to address this challenge is for one or more of these counties to improve their relative address this challenge is for one or more of these counties to improve their relative competitiveness and win their way up. This is a reality which we must recognise, there is competitiveness and win their way up. This is a reality which we must recognise, there is only one short cut to success i.e. winning matches. The challenge is for the “weaker” only one short cut to success i.e. winning matches. The challenge is for the “weaker” counties to achieve consistent improvements in their standard of competitiveness leading counties to achieve consistent improvements in their standard of competitiveness leading to a competitive provincial championship. The Chairman has appointed a workgroup to to a competitive provincial championship. The Chairman has appointed a workgroup to examine this situation and a report from this workgroup is included later in this booklet. examine this situation and a report from this workgroup is included later in this booklet.

Munster Hurling Championship scheduling Munster Hurling Championship scheduling Thankfully in 2008 a further improvement has been achieved in the scheduling of the Thankfully in 2008 a further improvement has been achieved in the scheduling of the senior and minor hurling championships. The finals of both competitions are scheduled senior and minor hurling championships. The finals of both competitions are scheduled for 13th July 2008. This means that the minor hurling semi-finals can again be played for 13th July 2008. This means that the minor hurling semi-finals can again be played post Leaving Certificate examinations on 25th June with replays scheduled for 2nd July post Leaving Certificate examinations on 25th June with replays scheduled for 2nd July

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2008. In my opinion, as mentioned earlier, extra time should be played in the minor 2008. In my opinion, as mentioned earlier, extra time should be played in the minor semi-finals but the Council has again decided not to provide for this in the regulations for semi-finals but the Council has again decided not to provide for this in the regulations for both minor championships in 2008. For example the minor football semi-finals are both minor championships in 2008. For example the minor football semi-finals are scheduled for 14th May with replays on 21st May 2008, which is too close to the state scheduled for 14th May with replays on 21st May 2008, which is too close to the state examinations. Unfortunately the recent rule changes agreed at the Special Congress on examinations. Unfortunately the recent rule changes agreed at the Special Congress on 26th January 2008 do not fully tackle this matter. The rule concerned, 3.5 of the Playing 26th January 2008 do not fully tackle this matter. The rule concerned, 3.5 of the Playing Rules: Hurling and Football, still requires the Committee in Charge to formally “make a Rules: Hurling and Football, still requires the Committee in Charge to formally “make a decision prior to the start of a competition” that extra time shall be obligatory. decision prior to the start of a competition” that extra time shall be obligatory.

INTER-CLUB INTER-CLUB

The Provincial and All-Ireland Club Championships at intermediate and junior grades are The Provincial and All-Ireland Club Championships at intermediate and junior grades are an outstanding success and are growing from strength to strength. As stated previously it an outstanding success and are growing from strength to strength. As stated previously it is a concern that there were no representatives from Waterford in the Intermediate is a concern that there were no representatives from Waterford in the Intermediate Championships and no representative from Limerick in the Junior Football Championships and no representative from Limerick in the Junior Football Championship in 2007. This arises from a failure to deal adequately with club fixture Championship in 2007. This arises from a failure to deal adequately with club fixture scheduling in these counties. The lack of full representation takes from the scheduling in these counties. The lack of full representation takes from the championships. championships.

The only re-grading or deviation from the county grade of the clubs permitted by the The only re-grading or deviation from the county grade of the clubs permitted by the Council in 2007 was that the Intermediate Club champions from Kerry, Kilgarvan, were Council in 2007 was that the Intermediate Club champions from Kerry, Kilgarvan, were allowed to participate in the Junior hurling championship. For the first time the Kerry allowed to participate in the Junior hurling championship. For the first time the Kerry representatives won their quarter-final game proceeding to the semi-final stage where representatives won their quarter-final game proceeding to the semi-final stage where they were somewhat unlucky to lose after an excellent start. As stated earlier in this they were somewhat unlucky to lose after an excellent start. As stated earlier in this report for the first time the Kerry senior hurling champions will play in the Intermediate report for the first time the Kerry senior hurling champions will play in the Intermediate club championship in 2008. While this is regrettable in one way the failure of the Kerry club championship in 2008. While this is regrettable in one way the failure of the Kerry representatives, though always competitive, to win any game in the senior club hurling representatives, though always competitive, to win any game in the senior club hurling championship in over forty years requires that something new is attempted. It is also championship in over forty years requires that something new is attempted. It is also consistent with the grading of the senior county team in the Christy Ring championship. consistent with the grading of the senior county team in the Christy Ring championship. It will be interesting to see how the Kerry representatives compete in 2008 in the It will be interesting to see how the Kerry representatives compete in 2008 in the intermediate club championship. intermediate club championship.

The club championships were again successfully completed within the calendar year. The club championships were again successfully completed within the calendar year. The schedule for the 2008 championships will see the competitions played in the six The schedule for the 2008 championships will see the competitions played in the six week period between 2nd November and 14th December 2008. Extra time will be played week period between 2nd November and 14th December 2008. Extra time will be played in all games in all championships except the senior grade where replays will apply. The in all games in all championships except the senior grade where replays will apply. The draws for the 2008 club championships have been made and circulated. draws for the 2008 club championships have been made and circulated.

Club Hurling Championships Club Hurling Championships Loughmore-Castleiney retained the AIB Bank Munster Senior Club Hurling Loughmore-Castleiney retained the AIB Bank Munster Senior Club Hurling Championship title for Tipperary succeeding Toomevara the 2006 champions. This was Championship title for Tipperary succeeding Toomevara the 2006 champions. This was achieved after a narrow two point victory over Tulla of Clare following a tough but fair achieved after a narrow two point victory over Tulla of Clare following a tough but fair encounter in the Gaelic Grounds in poor conditions. encounter in the Gaelic Grounds in poor conditions.

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Similarly the Clare Intermediate champions, Clonlara retained the Munster Similarly the Clare Intermediate champions, Clonlara retained the Munster Intermediate Club Hurling Championship title in Clare for a second year running, Intermediate Club Hurling Championship title in Clare for a second year running, succeeding Clooney-Quin as intermediate champions for 2007. This was a merited succeeding Clooney-Quin as intermediate champions for 2007. This was a merited victory as Clonlara had to defeat the Cork, Tipperary and Limerick champions before victory as Clonlara had to defeat the Cork, Tipperary and Limerick champions before taking the title in Cusack Park. This championship was lopsided with the absence of any taking the title in Cusack Park. This championship was lopsided with the absence of any representative from Waterford as their county championship was not concluded in time, representative from Waterford as their county championship was not concluded in time, despite receiving a bye into the semi-final stage of the championship. despite receiving a bye into the semi-final stage of the championship.

The Munster Junior Club Hurling Championship title was won by a club more noted The Munster Junior Club Hurling Championship title was won by a club more noted for their football prowess, Moyle Rovers of Tipperary, who comprehensively defeated for their football prowess, Moyle Rovers of Tipperary, who comprehensively defeated Cork Club, Barryroe in Fermoy. Cork Club, Barryroe in Fermoy.

Club Football Championships Club Football Championships Kerry clubs made a clean sweep in the 2006 Munster Club Championships winning the Kerry clubs made a clean sweep in the 2006 Munster Club Championships winning the senior, intermediate and junior grades. Ardfert concluded a remarkable sequence of senior, intermediate and junior grades. Ardfert concluded a remarkable sequence of success when the club won the provincial and All-Ireland titles back to back and were success when the club won the provincial and All-Ireland titles back to back and were worthy winners of the Councils Club of the year award in 2007. In 2007 Cork clubs won worthy winners of the Councils Club of the year award in 2007. In 2007 Cork clubs won the senior and junior titles with Nemo Rangers and Canovee the successful clubs the senior and junior titles with Nemo Rangers and Canovee the successful clubs involved. Waterford for the second year running had senior finalists in Ballinacourty involved. Waterford for the second year running had senior finalists in Ballinacourty who put up a great performance before succumbing to experts in this competition, Nemo. who put up a great performance before succumbing to experts in this competition, Nemo. Canovee were pushed to the limit winning by the minimum margin thanks to a late and Canovee were pushed to the limit winning by the minimum margin thanks to a late and controversial penalty at the end. The intermediate champions are Annascaul from Kerry controversial penalty at the end. The intermediate champions are Annascaul from Kerry who overcame Mallow, the Cork champions. who overcame Mallow, the Cork champions.

As stated in previous reports it is my opinion that the schedule in the junior grades needs As stated in previous reports it is my opinion that the schedule in the junior grades needs to be further advanced as playing a final that close to Christmas during the Winter is less to be further advanced as playing a final that close to Christmas during the Winter is less than desirable. than desirable.

M. Donnelly Interprovincial Competitions M. Donnelly Interprovincial Competitions I have consistently expressed reservations in relation to the timing of this series and the I have consistently expressed reservations in relation to the timing of this series and the inevitable interference and clashes with the latter stages of the county club inevitable interference and clashes with the latter stages of the county club championships and with the provincial club championships. Sadly but predictably the championships and with the provincial club championships. Sadly but predictably the scheduling issue has not been addressed as there does not appear to be any appropriate scheduling issue has not been addressed as there does not appear to be any appropriate time slot for the competition in light of the increasingly congested fixture calendar at time slot for the competition in light of the increasingly congested fixture calendar at inter-county and club level. This may be compounded if the international rules series inter-county and club level. This may be compounded if the international rules series with Australia is continued and takes place as expected in October 2008. with Australia is continued and takes place as expected in October 2008.

The province had a successful year in 2007 defeating Leinster in both semi-finals in The province had a successful year in 2007 defeating Leinster in both semi-finals in Fermoy on 13th October 2007 thus reaching the finals in both codes. The finals were Fermoy on 13th October 2007 thus reaching the finals in both codes. The finals were played under lights before a small attendance on 27th October 2007 and the Munster played under lights before a small attendance on 27th October 2007 and the Munster hurlers were successful against Connacht in a very competitive and entertaining game for hurlers were successful against Connacht in a very competitive and entertaining game for those present and for the large TV audience. The footballers, despite being depleted, those present and for the large TV audience. The footballers, despite being depleted, done very well to overcome Leinster in the semi-final but were not good enough for done very well to overcome Leinster in the semi-final but were not good enough for Ulster in the final. Congratulations to both sets of players for their time, effort and Ulster in the final. Congratulations to both sets of players for their time, effort and commitment during 2007. commitment during 2007.

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On behalf of the Councl I wish to thank both Management teams for their time and effort On behalf of the Councl I wish to thank both Management teams for their time and effort during 2007. Hurling: Michael Ryan (Waterford), Manager; Tony Hickey (Limerick); during 2007. Hurling: Michael Ryan (Waterford), Manager; Tony Hickey (Limerick); and Alan Cunningham (Clare) and Football: Sean Geaney (Kerry) Manager; Ger Ó and Alan Cunningham (Clare) and Football: Sean Geaney (Kerry) Manager; Ger Ó Sullivan (Cork), and Seamus McCarthy (Tipperary). Sullivan (Cork), and Seamus McCarthy (Tipperary).

Attendances Attendances In previous reports I have recorded the trends in the number of patrons attending our In previous reports I have recorded the trends in the number of patrons attending our games each year. The following table illustrates the actual attendances at all Munster games each year. The following table illustrates the actual attendances at all Munster Senior Championship games in 2007: Senior Championship games in 2007:

MUNSTER HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP: MUNSTER HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP: Date: Venue: Teams: Attendance: Date: Venue: Teams: Attendance: 27th May Thurles Cork V Clare 23,448 27th May Thurles Cork V Clare 23,448 10th June Limerick Limerick V Tipperary 26,759 10th June Limerick Limerick V Tipperary 26,759 16th June Thurles Tipperary V Limerick (replay 1) 27,117 16th June Thurles Tipperary V Limerick (replay 1) 27,117 17th June Thurles Waterford V Cork 36,252 17th June Thurles Waterford V Cork 36,252 24th June Limerick Limerick V Tipperary (replay 2) 30,608 24th June Limerick Limerick V Tipperary (replay 2) 30,608 8th July Thurles Waterford V Limerick 48,371 8th July Thurles Waterford V Limerick 48,371 Total (6 games): 192,555 Total (6 games): 192,555

Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2007 (6 Games): 192,555 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2007 (6 Games): 192,555 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2006 (4 Games): 147,599 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2006 (4 Games): 147,599 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2005 (5 Games): 160,094 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2005 (5 Games): 160,094 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2004 (5 Games): 148,487 Cumulative Hurling Attendance in 2004 (5 Games): 148,487

Average Hurling Attendance 2007: 32,092 Average Hurling Attendance 2007: 32,092 Average Hurling Attendance 2006: 36,900 Average Hurling Attendance 2006: 36,900 Average Hurling Attendance 2005: 32,019 Average Hurling Attendance 2005: 32,019 Average Hurling Attendance 2004: 29,698 Average Hurling Attendance 2004: 29,698

MUNSTER FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: MUNSTER FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Date: Venue: Teams: Attendance: Date: Venue: Teams: Attendance: 20th May Dungarvan Waterford V Clare 1,245 20th May Dungarvan Waterford V Clare 1,245 20th May Cork Cork V Limerick 6,711 20th May Cork Cork V Limerick 6,711 3rd June Dungarvan Kerry V Waterford 3,005 3rd June Dungarvan Kerry V Waterford 3,005 3rd June Limerick Cork V Tipperary 2,076 3rd June Limerick Cork V Tipperary 2,076 1st July Killarney Kerry V Cork 31,420 1st July Killarney Kerry V Cork 31,420 Total (5 games): 44,457 Total (5 games): 44,457

Cumulative Football Attendance in 2007 (5 Games): 44,457 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2007 (5 Games): 44,457 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2006 (6 Games): 65,724 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2006 (6 Games): 65,724 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2005 (5 Games): 60,412 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2005 (5 Games): 60,412 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2004 (6 Games): 98,199 Cumulative Football Attendance in 2004 (6 Games): 98,199

Average FootballAttendance 2007: 8,891 Average FootballAttendance 2007: 8,891 Average FootballAttendance 2006: 10,954 Average FootballAttendance 2006: 10,954 Average FootballAttendance 2005: 12,082 Average FootballAttendance 2005: 12,082 Average FootballAttendance 2004: 16,367 Average FootballAttendance 2004: 16,367

Grand Total Patrons in 2007 237,012 Grand Total Patrons in 2007 237,012

The average trend is down for the hurling championship on the 2006 figure. The The average trend is down for the hurling championship on the 2006 figure. The average attendance for the football championship again continues its downward average attendance for the football championship again continues its downward

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trend of recent years. This is particularly evident for the quarter and semi final trend of recent years. This is particularly evident for the quarter and semi final games which are falling significantly. games which are falling significantly.

The following table gives an analysis for the attendances at the other provincial The following table gives an analysis for the attendances at the other provincial championships and secondary competitions together with the club championships: championships and secondary competitions together with the club championships:

MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIPS: MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Competition: Total 2006 (games): Total 2007 (games): Competition: Total 2006 (games): Total 2007 (games):

McGrath Cup 5,468 (10) 2,721 (10) McGrath Cup 5,468 (10) 2,721 (10) Waterford Crystal Cup 10,106 (14) 8,201 (10) Waterford Crystal Cup 10,106 (14) 8,201 (10)

Under 21 Football 4,898 (6) 3,659 (5) Under 21 Football 4,898 (6) 3,659 (5) Under 21 Hurling 11,934 (4) 12,878 (5) Under 21 Hurling 11,934 (4) 12,878 (5)

Minor Football 3,306 (7) 6,219 (10) Minor Football 3,306 (7) 6,219 (10) Minor Hurling 8,641 (7) 4,817 (4) Minor Hurling 8,641 (7) 4,817 (4)

Intermediate Hurling 0 (0) 1,489 (1) Intermediate Hurling 0 (0) 1,489 (1) Junior Football 2,047 (2) 808 (1) Junior Football 2,047 (2) 808 (1)

Senior Club Hurling 12,094 (5) 15,451 (5) Senior Club Hurling 12,094 (5) 15,451 (5) Senior Club Football 8,682 (6) 8,276 (5) Senior Club Football 8,682 (6) 8,276 (5)

Intermediate Club Hurling 4,626 (4) 5,048 (3) Intermediate Club Hurling 4,626 (4) 5,048 (3) Intermediate Club Football 2,826 (5) 2,975 (4) Intermediate Club Football 2,826 (5) 2,975 (4)

Junior Club Hurling 2,257 (5) 3,636 (5) Junior Club Hurling 2,257 (5) 3,636 (5) Junior Club Football 2,969 (5) 1,808 (4) Junior Club Football 2,969 (5) 1,808 (4)

Total: 79,854 (80) 77,986 (72) Total: 79,854 (80) 77,986 (72)

SCHOOLS SCHOOLS

A key element of the strength of the national games over the years is the work carried out A key element of the strength of the national games over the years is the work carried out by many Teachers in our primary, secondary and third level schools in promoting the by many Teachers in our primary, secondary and third level schools in promoting the skills of the games with our youth. On behalf of the Council I wish to acknowledge the skills of the games with our youth. On behalf of the Council I wish to acknowledge the ongoing contribution to our games by the teaching profession. The Council seeks to ongoing contribution to our games by the teaching profession. The Council seeks to make this task easier in the schools and directly contributed €298,947 as follows to the make this task easier in the schools and directly contributed €298,947 as follows to the schools bodies in 2007: schools bodies in 2007:

Level: Annual Staff Costs Development Bursaries: Totals: Level: Annual Staff Costs Development Bursaries: Totals: Grants: Subvention: Grants: (Primary Game) Grants: Subvention: Grants: (Primary Game) Third Level€26,000 €58,002 €21,000 €105,002 Third Level€26,000 €58,002 €21,000 €105,002

Post Primary €47,700 €57,100 €5,000 €109,800 Post Primary €47,700 €57,100 €5,000 €109,800

Primary €37,700 €28,823 (€17,622) €84,145 Primary €37,700 €28,823 (€17,622) €84,145

Totals: €111,400 €115,102 €33,823 €38,622 €298,947 Totals: €111,400 €115,102 €33,823 €38,622 €298,947

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In addition to this the Council via the Coaching & Games Development Sub-Committee In addition to this the Council via the Coaching & Games Development Sub-Committee organises an annual primary teachers course in Mary Immaculate College during the organises an annual primary teachers course in Mary Immaculate College during the Summer each year. Summer each year.

I am pleased to report that during 2007 the amalgamation of the two post-primary bodies I am pleased to report that during 2007 the amalgamation of the two post-primary bodies took place and a report by the first secretary of Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan took place and a report by the first secretary of Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan CLG is included later in this booklet. CLG is included later in this booklet.

ANNUAL AWARDS 2007 ANNUAL AWARDS 2007

Munster Council Annual GAA Awards 2007 Munster Council Annual GAA Awards 2007 The annual awards dinner kindly sponsored by the AIB Bank plc has become a well The annual awards dinner kindly sponsored by the AIB Bank plc has become a well established and important function in the social calendar each year. Once again I wish to established and important function in the social calendar each year. Once again I wish to acknowledge the generous sponsorship towards the function costs by AIB Bank plc. The acknowledge the generous sponsorship towards the function costs by AIB Bank plc. The awards were presented in conjunction with the new Waterford Crystal Munster Players of awards were presented in conjunction with the new Waterford Crystal Munster Players of the Championships awards. The medals for the M. Donnelly Interprovincial Hurling the Championships awards. The medals for the M. Donnelly Interprovincial Hurling competition 2007 were also presented on the night. The presentation function was held competition 2007 were also presented on the night. The presentation function was held in the “Vienna Woods Hotel” in Glanmire on Friday, 7th December 2007 and it was an in the “Vienna Woods Hotel” in Glanmire on Friday, 7th December 2007 and it was an extremely enjoyable night. The deserving recipients of the various awards in 2007 are as extremely enjoyable night. The deserving recipients of the various awards in 2007 are as follows: follows:

Playing Awards: Playing Awards: Senior Hurler of the Year: Dónal O Seancháin (Portláirge) Senior Hurler of the Year: Dónal O Seancháin (Portláirge) Senior Footballer of the Year: Darragh Ó Sé (Ciarraí) Senior Footballer of the Year: Darragh Ó Sé (Ciarraí) Camogie Player of the Year: Filis Ní Fogartaigh (Tiobraid Árann) Camogie Player of the Year: Filis Ní Fogartaigh (Tiobraid Árann) Ladies Gaelic Footballer Valerie Ní Maolchathaigh Ladies Gaelic Footballer Valerie Ní Maolchathaigh of the Year: (Corcaigh) of the Year: (Corcaigh) Handballer of the Year: Séamus Ó Cearúil (Luimneach) Handballer of the Year: Séamus Ó Cearúil (Luimneach) Intermediate Hurler of the Year: Ailéin Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Intermediate Hurler of the Year: Ailéin Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Junior Footballer of the Year: Marcas Ó Tiobraide (An Clár) Junior Footballer of the Year: Marcas Ó Tiobraide (An Clár) Under 21 Hurler of the Year: Eoin Ó Ceadagáin (Corcaigh) Under 21 Hurler of the Year: Eoin Ó Ceadagáin (Corcaigh) Under 21 Footballer of the Year: Barra Ó Gruagáin (Tiobraid Árann) Under 21 Footballer of the Year: Barra Ó Gruagáin (Tiobraid Árann) Minor Hurler of the Year: Nollaig Mac Craith (Tiobraid Árann) Minor Hurler of the Year: Nollaig Mac Craith (Tiobraid Árann) Minor Footballer of the Year: Ciarán Ó Síocháin (Corcaigh) Minor Footballer of the Year: Ciarán Ó Síocháin (Corcaigh)

Distinguished Service Awards: Distinguished Service Awards: Administration: Pádraig Mac Gearailt (An Clár) Administration: Pádraig Mac Gearailt (An Clár) Coaching & Schools GAA: Seán Ó hÁinle (An Clár) Coaching & Schools GAA: Seán Ó hÁinle (An Clár) Media Award: Fionnbharr Mac Carthaigh Media Award: Fionnbharr Mac Carthaigh (Corcaigh) (Corcaigh) Refereeing Award: Pádraig Ó Mordha (Portláirge) Refereeing Award: Pádraig Ó Mordha (Portláirge) Manager of the Year: Risteard Bennis (Luimneach) Manager of the Year: Risteard Bennis (Luimneach) Club of the Year: CLG Ard Fhearta (Ciarraí) Club of the Year: CLG Ard Fhearta (Ciarraí) Special Merit Award: Micheal Ó Nualláin (Tiobraid Árann) Special Merit Award: Micheal Ó Nualláin (Tiobraid Árann) Hall of Fame (Football): Monty Ó Gadhra (Portláirge) Hall of Fame (Football): Monty Ó Gadhra (Portláirge) Hall of Fame (Hurling): Éamann Ó Criagáin (Luimneach) Hall of Fame (Hurling): Éamann Ó Criagáin (Luimneach)

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REFEREES: REFEREES:

The Council also honoured the Referees who officiated at the Council championship The Council also honoured the Referees who officiated at the Council championship finals in 2007 at the annual awards function. This is small recognition for the training finals in 2007 at the annual awards function. This is small recognition for the training which these Referees undertake throughout the year in order to be right for the many which these Referees undertake throughout the year in order to be right for the many games they officiate at during the season. I wish to pay tribute to all the Referees in the games they officiate at during the season. I wish to pay tribute to all the Referees in the province for the essential job they carry out week in week out for the Association. The province for the essential job they carry out week in week out for the Association. The Referees are honoured in this way as representatives of all Referees and are as follows: Referees are honoured in this way as representatives of all Referees and are as follows:

Inter-County Championships Inter-County Championships Séamus de Róiste Iomáint Shinsir Séamus de Róiste Iomáint Shinsir Mairtín Ó Dufaigh Peil Shinsir Mairtín Ó Dufaigh Peil Shinsir Seán Ó hEalaí Iomáint Idirmheanach. Seán Ó hEalaí Iomáint Idirmheanach. Tomas Ó Suilleabháin Peil Shoisir Tomas Ó Suilleabháin Peil Shoisir Seán Ó Riain Iomáint Fé 21 Seán Ó Riain Iomáint Fé 21 Ruairí Ó hIcí Peil Fé 21 Ruairí Ó hIcí Peil Fé 21 Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh Iomáint na Mionúr Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh Iomáint na Mionúr Derek Ó Mathúna Peil na Mionúr Derek Ó Mathúna Peil na Mionúr Pádraig Mac Sithigh Corn Mhic Craith Pádraig Mac Sithigh Corn Mhic Craith Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Waterford Crystal Cup Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Waterford Crystal Cup

Club Championships Club Championships Cathal Mac Allistír Iomáint Shinsir na gClub Cathal Mac Allistír Iomáint Shinsir na gClub Ruairí Ó hIcí Peil Shinsir na gClub Ruairí Ó hIcí Peil Shinsir na gClub Daithí Copps Iomáint Idirmheanach na gClub Daithí Copps Iomáint Idirmheanach na gClub Derek Ó Mathúna Peil Idirmheanach na gClub Derek Ó Mathúna Peil Idirmheanach na gClub Pádraig Ó Ruiseál Peil Idirmheanach na gClub 2006 Pádraig Ó Ruiseál Peil Idirmheanach na gClub 2006 Deaglán Ó Drisceoil Iomáint Shoisir na gClub Deaglán Ó Drisceoil Iomáint Shoisir na gClub Tomas Ó Suilleabháin Peil Shoisir na gClub Tomas Ó Suilleabháin Peil Shoisir na gClub Brian Mac Toirrill Peil Shoisir na gClub 2006 Brian Mac Toirrill Peil Shoisir na gClub 2006

I also wish to mention the Referees Sub-Committee who worked extremely hard I also wish to mention the Referees Sub-Committee who worked extremely hard throughout 2007 and performed most efficiently. I wish to pay particular thanks to Kevin throughout 2007 and performed most efficiently. I wish to pay particular thanks to Kevin Walsh and Jim Joe Landers for their excellent work and commitment throughout the past Walsh and Jim Joe Landers for their excellent work and commitment throughout the past year. The Council is extremely fortunate to have officers of this calibre managing the year. The Council is extremely fortunate to have officers of this calibre managing the refereeing affairs in the province. refereeing affairs in the province.

FINANCIAL REVIEW FINANCIAL REVIEW

This was an excellent year financially for the Council, thanks mainly to the two replays in This was an excellent year financially for the Council, thanks mainly to the two replays in the senior hurling championship. The financial accounts are included in this report in the senior hurling championship. The financial accounts are included in this report in considerable detail. Council income increased by 21.69% on the previous year to €9.04 considerable detail. Council income increased by 21.69% on the previous year to €9.04 million. Council expenditure increased by slightly less at 20.95% on the previous year to million. Council expenditure increased by slightly less at 20.95% on the previous year to €8.75 million. The surplus achieved for the year therefore was €286,603, an increase of €8.75 million. The surplus achieved for the year therefore was €286,603, an increase of

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49.33% on the corresponding figure for 2006. The surplus could have been much larger. 49.33% on the corresponding figure for 2006. The surplus could have been much larger. However Guideline 9 of the Guidelines for Development Grants, adopted by the Council However Guideline 9 of the Guidelines for Development Grants, adopted by the Council as the key policy in this area, relating to the budget for the disbursement of development as the key policy in this area, relating to the budget for the disbursement of development grants when replays provided additional revenue was applied. Therefore an additional grants when replays provided additional revenue was applied. Therefore an additional €800,000, on top of the €1.6 million committed annual budget, was provided to fund a €800,000, on top of the €1.6 million committed annual budget, was provided to fund a significant commitment to fund Phases 2 & 3 of the ongoing works at Semple Stadium significant commitment to fund Phases 2 & 3 of the ongoing works at Semple Stadium approved by the Council in 2006. approved by the Council in 2006.

I will confine myself to a brief analysis on the main points and I will focus on the main I will confine myself to a brief analysis on the main points and I will focus on the main income and expenditure items in my comments. income and expenditure items in my comments.

Income Income On the income side the following table details the key sources of income for the Council. On the income side the following table details the key sources of income for the Council. I have omitted any calculation for the very minor items including donations, tournament I have omitted any calculation for the very minor items including donations, tournament & appeal fees etc. as none are material. & appeal fees etc. as none are material.

% % of % % of Income Source 2006 2007 Increase Increase Income Income Source 2006 2007 Increase Increase Income € € € € € € Gate Receipts 4,239,684 5,360,872 1,121,188 26.45% 84.17% Gate Receipts 4,239,684 5,360,872 1,121,188 26.45% 84.17% TV fees for Games 370,000 370,000 0 0% 5.81% TV fees for Games 370,000 370,000 0 0% 5.81% Sponsorships 200,107 316,977 116,870 58.40% 4.98% Sponsorships 200,107 316,977 116,870 58.40% 4.98% Investments & Savings 180,488 271,331 90,843 50.03% 4.26% Investments & Savings 180,488 271,331 90,843 50.03% 4.26% Qualifier fees 50,000 50,000 0 0% 0.78% Qualifier fees 50,000 50,000 0 0% 0.78%

5,040,279 6,369,180 1,328,901 5,040,279 100.00% 5,040,279 6,369,180 1,328,901 5,040,279 100.00%

These proportions are broadly in line with the proportions for the two previous years. These proportions are broadly in line with the proportions for the two previous years. Again the absolute reliance on gate receipts, representing in excess of 84% of the total Again the absolute reliance on gate receipts, representing in excess of 84% of the total Council income, is evident. Sponsorship which contributes 4.98% of total income Council income, is evident. Sponsorship which contributes 4.98% of total income includes two years sponsorship income from the ESB Minor and Cadbury Under 21 includes two years sponsorship income from the ESB Minor and Cadbury Under 21 sponsors. Returns on Investments & Savings representing 4.26% is again steadily sponsors. Returns on Investments & Savings representing 4.26% is again steadily increasing. This has again been assisted by (a) the increased interest rates and (b) the increasing. This has again been assisted by (a) the increased interest rates and (b) the decision to consolidate the Council savings into the Croke Park Savings & Loans scheme. decision to consolidate the Council savings into the Croke Park Savings & Loans scheme. The one area which should be greater, in my opinion, is the income from TV fees which The one area which should be greater, in my opinion, is the income from TV fees which is only contribution 5.81% of gross income. The distribution from central level is is only contribution 5.81% of gross income. The distribution from central level is unsatisfactory. The actual income in 2007 has not increased at all despite the fact that unsatisfactory. The actual income in 2007 has not increased at all despite the fact that more Council fixtures were broadcast live or had deferred showings in 2007 over the more Council fixtures were broadcast live or had deferred showings in 2007 over the 2006 figure. It is clear that the level and quality of TV coverage provided by RTE for our 2006 figure. It is clear that the level and quality of TV coverage provided by RTE for our inter-county games is impacting on attendances. However it is essential, in my opinion inter-county games is impacting on attendances. However it is essential, in my opinion that the level of exposure and quality of promotion of our games continues to keep us in that the level of exposure and quality of promotion of our games continues to keep us in the shop window as prominently as other sports. The key point here is that the provincial the shop window as prominently as other sports. The key point here is that the provincial championship games should receive a larger proportion of the national take from this championship games should receive a larger proportion of the national take from this source. This is an internal matter for the Association to resolve. The contribution of the source. This is an internal matter for the Association to resolve. The contribution of the sponsorships from both the ESB (minor championships) and Cadburys (Under 21 sponsorships from both the ESB (minor championships) and Cadburys (Under 21 championships) is significant relative to the major championships sponsorships. It is championships) is significant relative to the major championships sponsorships. It is hoped that the contribution from our major championship sponsors will increase hoped that the contribution from our major championship sponsors will increase considerably in the coming year arising from the new branding arrangements for the considerably in the coming year arising from the new branding arrangements for the

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senior championships. Like TV fees this income stream should be contributing much senior championships. Like TV fees this income stream should be contributing much more to overall provincial income to reduce the absolute reliance on gate receipts. more to overall provincial income to reduce the absolute reliance on gate receipts.

Gate Receipt income was excellent in 2007. This was attributable to the two replays in Gate Receipt income was excellent in 2007. This was attributable to the two replays in the senior hurling championship semi-final between Limerick and Tipperary. Income the senior hurling championship semi-final between Limerick and Tipperary. Income from gate receipts passed the €4 million mark for the first time in 2004 and remained from gate receipts passed the €4 million mark for the first time in 2004 and remained above that milestone in 2005 and 2006. A further significant milestone was reached in above that milestone in 2005 and 2006. A further significant milestone was reached in 2007 when the income from this area went over the €5 million mark for the first time. 2007 when the income from this area went over the €5 million mark for the first time. The key point however is that for each of the past four years the Council had a replay in The key point however is that for each of the past four years the Council had a replay in the senior championship and two in 2007. This of course is not guaranteed and when the the senior championship and two in 2007. This of course is not guaranteed and when the Council is solely reliant on normal senior championship income the outcome will be Council is solely reliant on normal senior championship income the outcome will be different. The breakdown of gate receipts income by competition is detailed different. The breakdown of gate receipts income by competition is detailed comprehensively in schedule 2 to the accounts. comprehensively in schedule 2 to the accounts.

Expenditure Expenditure The following is a similar analysis of the “real” expenditure of the Council in the past The following is a similar analysis of the “real” expenditure of the Council in the past year with comparable “real” figures from the previous accounting period: year with comparable “real” figures from the previous accounting period:

Expenditure Analysis 2006 % 2006 2007 Diff. % 2007 Expenditure Analysis 2006 % 2006 2007 Diff. % 2007 € € € € € € Development Grants 1,800,000 37.00% 2,411,422 611,422 39.70% Development Grants 1,800,000 37.00% 2,411,422 611,422 39.70% Rent of Fields 684,840 14.08% 828,960 144,120 13.65% Rent of Fields 684,840 14.08% 828,960 144,120 13.65% Games Expenses 451,080 9.29% 724,962 273,882 11.91% Games Expenses 451,080 9.29% 724,962 273,882 11.91% Team Expenses 384,452 7.90% 580,642 196,190 9.56% Team Expenses 384,452 7.90% 580,642 196,190 9.56% Players Injury Scheme 254,309 5.23% 321,625 67,316 5.29% Players Injury Scheme 254,309 5.23% 321,625 67,316 5.29% Administration, Staff HQ 269,003 5.53% 314,463 45,460 5.20% Administration, Staff HQ 269,003 5.53% 314,463 45,460 5.20% Schools 242,665 4.99% 265,124 22,459 4.36% Schools 242,665 4.99% 265,124 22,459 4.36% Hurling-Football Hurling-Football Development 225,206 4.63% 131,997 (93,209) 2.17% Development 225,206 4.63% 131,997 (93,209) 2.17% GPO's Net 163,298 3.36% 207,817 44,519 3.42% GPO's Net 163,298 3.36% 207,817 44,519 3.42% Meeting costs 73,199 1.50% 85,311 12,112 1.40% Meeting costs 73,199 1.50% 85,311 12,112 1.40% Insurances 147,845 3.04% 79,399 (68,446) 1.31% Insurances 147,845 3.04% 79,399 (68,446) 1.31% Grants to sub-bodies 32,800 0.67% 38,500 5,700 0.63% Grants to sub-bodies 32,800 0.67% 38,500 5,700 0.63% Irish Language, Culture, Irish Language, Culture, Charities 26,864 0.55% 28,513 1,649 0.47% Charities 26,864 0.55% 28,513 1,649 0.47% Coaching & Games Coaching & Games Development 74,888 1.54% 24,130 (50,758) 0.40% Development 74,888 1.54% 24,130 (50,758) 0.40% Interprovincial teams 436 0.01% 20,100 19,664 0.33% Interprovincial teams 436 0.01% 20,100 19,664 0.33% Awards & Munster Stars 28,405 0.58% 7,736 (20,669) 0.13% Awards & Munster Stars 28,405 0.58% 7,736 (20,669) 0.13% Twinning 4,656 0.10% 4,074 (582) 0.07% Twinning 4,656 0.10% 4,074 (582) 0.07%

4,863,946 100%6,074,775 1,210,829 100% 4,863,946 100%6,074,775 1,210,829 100%

The overall trend with expenditure is very similar to last year. The increases and The overall trend with expenditure is very similar to last year. The increases and decreases in particular budget lines can be seen from the analysis above and from the decreases in particular budget lines can be seen from the analysis above and from the main accounts. The main investment is in the recycling of 39.70% of real expenditure main accounts. The main investment is in the recycling of 39.70% of real expenditure into development projects with clubs and counties in the province. This is the third year into development projects with clubs and counties in the province. This is the third year that the commitment to provide an annual budget of €1.6 million for this purpose has that the commitment to provide an annual budget of €1.6 million for this purpose has been met. In fact, as stated earlier, an additional €800K was provided to the budget this been met. In fact, as stated earlier, an additional €800K was provided to the budget this

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year arising from the additional income generated by the two senior hurling replays. The year arising from the additional income generated by the two senior hurling replays. The Treasurer has wisely put aside an amount of €600K to meet the Councils significant Treasurer has wisely put aside an amount of €600K to meet the Councils significant commitment (€1.2 million) to phases 2 and 3 of the Semple Stadium redevelopment commitment (€1.2 million) to phases 2 and 3 of the Semple Stadium redevelopment project ongoing at present. I would like to acknowledge the significant (50%) increase in project ongoing at present. I would like to acknowledge the significant (50%) increase in the funding provided by Central Council for Club and Urban Development Grants. The the funding provided by Central Council for Club and Urban Development Grants. The funding in 2005 amounted to €270,000, an increase of 35% on the 2004 figure, and this funding in 2005 amounted to €270,000, an increase of 35% on the 2004 figure, and this was doubled to €540,000 in 2006 and has been increased again by 50% in 2007 to was doubled to €540,000 in 2006 and has been increased again by 50% in 2007 to €810,000. The total amount disbursed by the Council from its own and from Central €810,000. The total amount disbursed by the Council from its own and from Central Council sources to the clubs and counties in the province in 2007 was therefore €3.22 Council sources to the clubs and counties in the province in 2007 was therefore €3.22 million. million.

The cost of staging games increased substantially in 2007. The main reasons for this are: The cost of staging games increased substantially in 2007. The main reasons for this are: increased non-public duty Gardai costs up by €115K on 2006 (€33K relates to 2006 increased non-public duty Gardai costs up by €115K on 2006 (€33K relates to 2006 games); the payment of two years costs (2006 & 2007) for the new modern Archtics games); the payment of two years costs (2006 & 2007) for the new modern Archtics ticketing system @ €91K; the use for the first time of the automated box offices in ticketing system @ €91K; the use for the first time of the automated box offices in Thurles with additional staff requirements; an increase of €15K in ambulance and Thurles with additional staff requirements; an increase of €15K in ambulance and medical personnel charges; the managing of 7 rather than 6 major games (2 replays) with medical personnel charges; the managing of 7 rather than 6 major games (2 replays) with overall attendance up by 11% on 2006; and the running of two seminars in 2007 to train overall attendance up by 11% on 2006; and the running of two seminars in 2007 to train stewards employed on major games. stewards employed on major games.

From a financial perspective 2007 can be deemed to be very successful. Like last year From a financial perspective 2007 can be deemed to be very successful. Like last year however it has to be borne in mind that but for two replays in the senior hurling however it has to be borne in mind that but for two replays in the senior hurling championship and the hosting of the senior hurling final in the maximum capacity ground championship and the hosting of the senior hurling final in the maximum capacity ground in the province, the financial outcome would be much less robust. The Councils capacity in the province, the financial outcome would be much less robust. The Councils capacity to invest so heavily in development of the club and county infrastructure would be to invest so heavily in development of the club and county infrastructure would be correspondingly reduced. We have been extremely fortunate over the past number of correspondingly reduced. We have been extremely fortunate over the past number of years to have additional revenue generated by replays in major games but there is no years to have additional revenue generated by replays in major games but there is no guarantee of this in 2008 or afterwards. The prudence of setting aside 2007 revenue to guarantee of this in 2008 or afterwards. The prudence of setting aside 2007 revenue to meet existing commitments will shelter the Council from dramatic reductions in budgets meet existing commitments will shelter the Council from dramatic reductions in budgets going forward. going forward.

GENERAL ISSUES GENERAL ISSUES

Cork Participation In Championships 2008 Cork Participation In Championships 2008 The current situation in Cork which, at the time of writing, has meant the withdrawal of The current situation in Cork which, at the time of writing, has meant the withdrawal of the hurlers from the Waterford Crystal Cup and as of now sees no Cork team the hurlers from the Waterford Crystal Cup and as of now sees no Cork team participating in the Allianz National Leagues needs to be resolved urgently. The one participating in the Allianz National Leagues needs to be resolved urgently. The one certain thing about disputes of this nature is that there are never any winners, all are certain thing about disputes of this nature is that there are never any winners, all are losers. The longer and more protracted the dispute the greater the loss. A resolution losers. The longer and more protracted the dispute the greater the loss. A resolution must be achieved in light of the overall needs of the Association rather than the needs of must be achieved in light of the overall needs of the Association rather than the needs of individual County Boards or groups of players. Needless to say the implications for the individual County Boards or groups of players. Needless to say the implications for the Munster championships in 2008 are serious both in terms of status and financially. It is Munster championships in 2008 are serious both in terms of status and financially. It is unwise to say any more on the issue other than to hope that the matter will be resolved unwise to say any more on the issue other than to hope that the matter will be resolved before Convention. If not the first important task of the Council post convention will be before Convention. If not the first important task of the Council post convention will be to proactively engage in scoping and managing the fallout in terms of the 2008 to proactively engage in scoping and managing the fallout in terms of the 2008 championships. championships.

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Staffing At Council HQ - Specific Proposal - Outcome Staffing At Council HQ - Specific Proposal - Outcome Last year I outlined significant changes which have occurred since 2006 in the role of the Last year I outlined significant changes which have occurred since 2006 in the role of the provincial secretary relative to duties on central committees in Croke Park. This trend provincial secretary relative to duties on central committees in Croke Park. This trend has intensified in 2007 and is set to increase further in 2008. This engagement between has intensified in 2007 and is set to increase further in 2008. This engagement between the provinces and the central authorities is most welcome and mutually beneficial but the provinces and the central authorities is most welcome and mutually beneficial but carries a significant staffing implication. In my report last year I made a very clear and carries a significant staffing implication. In my report last year I made a very clear and specific proposal seeking approval to the appointment of a deputy secretary and the specific proposal seeking approval to the appointment of a deputy secretary and the rationale and reasons for this requirement. The other provincial Councils of similar scale rationale and reasons for this requirement. The other provincial Councils of similar scale have long ago addressed this need in a business like fashion and have adequate staffing have long ago addressed this need in a business like fashion and have adequate staffing structures to deliver the service necessary. Unfortunately this significant structures to deliver the service necessary. Unfortunately this significant recommendation was not approved but was referred for consideration to the Council. recommendation was not approved but was referred for consideration to the Council. The Council was not prepared to approve my recommendation but suggested that a lesser The Council was not prepared to approve my recommendation but suggested that a lesser post be created. This is not what is required for the Council. This situation has lead to post be created. This is not what is required for the Council. This situation has lead to my resignation from the post as Rúnaí which I will be leaving in the end of June 2008. I my resignation from the post as Rúnaí which I will be leaving in the end of June 2008. I am not prepared to continue in circumstances which I know to be inadequate to properly am not prepared to continue in circumstances which I know to be inadequate to properly plan and manage the Councils affairs going forward. It demonstrates that the Council plan and manage the Councils affairs going forward. It demonstrates that the Council and I have two different visions for the future and I am not prepared to compromise on and I have two different visions for the future and I am not prepared to compromise on fundamentals such as this. The Council did agree to the appointment of the Deputy fundamentals such as this. The Council did agree to the appointment of the Deputy Secretary on 17th January 2008 and this is a good decision which is absolutely necessary Secretary on 17th January 2008 and this is a good decision which is absolutely necessary for the organisation going forward. for the organisation going forward.

I wish to sincerely record my thanks and gratitude to my fellow officers and all the I wish to sincerely record my thanks and gratitude to my fellow officers and all the Council members for a happy and memorable four years as Council Rúnaí. It has been a Council members for a happy and memorable four years as Council Rúnaí. It has been a privilege for me to have served in this position and I unreservedly wish the Council and privilege for me to have served in this position and I unreservedly wish the Council and my successor well in the coming years. my successor well in the coming years.

End Of Term For Treasurer & PRO End Of Term For Treasurer & PRO This is the last Convention for the Treasurer, Ger Hickey, and PRO, Willie O’Connor, This is the last Convention for the Treasurer, Ger Hickey, and PRO, Willie O’Connor, with whom I have had the pleasure to work for the past three years. Both have with whom I have had the pleasure to work for the past three years. Both have contributed enormously to the work of the Council during their three year terms and contributed enormously to the work of the Council during their three year terms and neither will be easily replaced. Ger has had a most successful term in charge of the neither will be easily replaced. Ger has had a most successful term in charge of the Council finances and his judgment and prudence in managing the finances of the Council Council finances and his judgment and prudence in managing the finances of the Council can best be seen by an examination of the Council accounts for 2005, 2006 and 2007. can best be seen by an examination of the Council accounts for 2005, 2006 and 2007. Willie has been extremely proactive in promoting the Council in the media and his Willie has been extremely proactive in promoting the Council in the media and his expertise, contacts and experience uniquely placed him in a position to do the best job expertise, contacts and experience uniquely placed him in a position to do the best job possible in this specialized area for the Council. I am a firm believer in the need for possible in this specialized area for the Council. I am a firm believer in the need for ongoing turnover in personnel to ensure that the organization remains dynamic and ongoing turnover in personnel to ensure that the organization remains dynamic and focused on the organization rather than personal goals. However these two outgoing focused on the organization rather than personal goals. However these two outgoing officers having served so well in positions which require specific expertise make me officers having served so well in positions which require specific expertise make me question the wisdom of this approach. I wish to thank both for their help and assistance, question the wisdom of this approach. I wish to thank both for their help and assistance, and particularly their friendship, over the past three years. Thankfully neither are lost to and particularly their friendship, over the past three years. Thankfully neither are lost to the Association as Ger is taking up the position as Development Officer in his native the Association as Ger is taking up the position as Development Officer in his native Clare and Willie is coming back to represent his native Kerry on the Council. Clare and Willie is coming back to represent his native Kerry on the Council.

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Outgoing Ard Stiurthóir Outgoing Ard Stiurthóir This is a significant year for the Association as the Ard Stiurthóir of 27 years, Liam Ó This is a significant year for the Association as the Ard Stiurthóir of 27 years, Liam Ó Maolmhichíl, has stepped down. The Association owes an enormous debt to Liam for his Maolmhichíl, has stepped down. The Association owes an enormous debt to Liam for his work on behalf of the Association over a prolonged and challenging period. He has work on behalf of the Association over a prolonged and challenging period. He has steered the ship wisely, safely and bravely and has left the Association in an excellent steered the ship wisely, safely and bravely and has left the Association in an excellent position to go forward. Most of all he has achieved this in a quiet, dignified and position to go forward. Most of all he has achieved this in a quiet, dignified and courteous manner. I wish to thank him on behalf of the Council, and on my own behalf, courteous manner. I wish to thank him on behalf of the Council, and on my own behalf, for his assistance, help and guidance over the years. for his assistance, help and guidance over the years.

I also wish to welcome the new Ard Stiurthóir, Paraic Duffy, and to assure him of the I also wish to welcome the new Ard Stiurthóir, Paraic Duffy, and to assure him of the support of the Council in his term. I wish him well and believe that he will do an support of the Council in his term. I wish him well and believe that he will do an excellent job for the Association. excellent job for the Association.

SYMPATHY SYMPATHY As with every year the Association in Munster has lost many of its members over the past As with every year the Association in Munster has lost many of its members over the past twelve months in the six Munster counties. I will not recall individually all of those we twelve months in the six Munster counties. I will not recall individually all of those we have sadly lost in 2007 in case I would omit someone and cause offence. It would be have sadly lost in 2007 in case I would omit someone and cause offence. It would be remiss of me however, and I know that people will understand, not to make specific remiss of me however, and I know that people will understand, not to make specific reference to a Council member who contributed enormously to the work of the reference to a Council member who contributed enormously to the work of the Association during his lifetime, Con Murphy of Cork. Con served in every capacity for Association during his lifetime, Con Murphy of Cork. Con served in every capacity for the Association including as Uachtarán. For those in Munster however his contribution the Association including as Uachtarán. For those in Munster however his contribution to the Council affairs for a period in excess of thirty years marks him out as special. Con to the Council affairs for a period in excess of thirty years marks him out as special. Con was an honourable man with courage, leadership and judgement and he will be sadly was an honourable man with courage, leadership and judgement and he will be sadly missed. On behalf of the Council I wish to convey the sympathy and condolences to all missed. On behalf of the Council I wish to convey the sympathy and condolences to all the bereaved relatives and friends of those who passed on during 2007. Go dtuga Dia the bereaved relatives and friends of those who passed on during 2007. Go dtuga Dia snaimhneas siorai da n-anamnacha do léir. snaimhneas siorai da n-anamnacha do léir.

BUÍOCHAS BUÍOCHAS In concluding my report I wish to thank the following: In concluding my report I wish to thank the following:

 My fellow Officers on the Council Management Committee and particularly the
 My fellow Officers on the Council Management Committee and particularly the outgoing officers, Ger Hickey and Willie O’Connor, who have completing their outgoing officers, Ger Hickey and Willie O’Connor, who have completing their three year terms. three year terms.
 The members of the Council and the members of all the Council sub-committees
 The members of the Council and the members of all the Council sub-committees for the assistance and co-operation which I received from them throughout 2007. for the assistance and co-operation which I received from them throughout 2007.
 To the County Officers in the six County Boards in Munster and particularly the
 To the County Officers in the six County Boards in Munster and particularly the County Secretaries and Treasurers with whom I have most contact and dealings in County Secretaries and Treasurers with whom I have most contact and dealings in the course of our work. the course of our work.
 To the officers and members of the schools bodies for the ongoing work they do
 To the officers and members of the schools bodies for the ongoing work they do in support of our games in the various levels of schools. in support of our games in the various levels of schools.
 To the Referees, Linesmen, Fourth officials, Umpires and Assessors for the
 To the Referees, Linesmen, Fourth officials, Umpires and Assessors for the manner in which they officiated at our games in 2007. manner in which they officiated at our games in 2007.
 To the several Stilesmen, Stewards, Groundsmen, Catering personnel who have
 To the several Stilesmen, Stewards, Groundsmen, Catering personnel who have helped me during the year in ensuring that access to our games, at whatever level, is helped me during the year in ensuring that access to our games, at whatever level, is safe and efficient. Also to the Event Controllers in the major venues and to the safe and efficient. Also to the Event Controllers in the major venues and to the

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Gardai, Health Board personnel, and many others who make our games safe for Gardai, Health Board personnel, and many others who make our games safe for patrons. patrons.
 In particular I wish to pay tribute to four people who were of particular assistance
 In particular I wish to pay tribute to four people who were of particular assistance to me and to the Council over the past four years, Tommy Moynihan, P. J. Kelly, to me and to the Council over the past four years, Tommy Moynihan, P. J. Kelly, Bernard Keane and Tom Burke. Bernard Keane and Tom Burke.
 To all the Players at every grade who provided the central product of the
 To all the Players at every grade who provided the central product of the Association in Munster in 2007 as in every other year. The popularity of the games Association in Munster in 2007 as in every other year. The popularity of the games for the patrons attending the games and for those watching or listening to media for the patrons attending the games and for those watching or listening to media coverage is testament to the level of excellence you have achieved in your chosen coverage is testament to the level of excellence you have achieved in your chosen sport. sport.
 To the media personnel, national and local, for the excellent coverage which our
 To the media personnel, national and local, for the excellent coverage which our games receive at every level throughout the year. A particular word of thanks to games receive at every level throughout the year. A particular word of thanks to RTE for the TV fees received during 2007 and to all RTE personnel with whom I RTE for the TV fees received during 2007 and to all RTE personnel with whom I have had contact in relation to the televising of our games. have had contact in relation to the televising of our games.
 To the Sponsors who provide generous sponsorship to the Council and some of its
 To the Sponsors who provide generous sponsorship to the Council and some of its sub-committees including: sub-committees including: ƒBank of Ireland ƒBank of Ireland ƒThe Star ƒThe Star ƒGuinness ƒGuinness ƒAIB Bank plc ƒAIB Bank plc ƒWaterford Crystal ƒWaterford Crystal ƒESB ƒESB ƒCadbury ƒCadbury ƒBus Éireann ƒBus Éireann
 To the Uachtarán, Ard Stiurthóir and all the staff in Páirc an Chrócaigh for the co-
 To the Uachtarán, Ard Stiurthóir and all the staff in Páirc an Chrócaigh for the co- operation and assistance received during 2007 operation and assistance received during 2007
 Finally I want to acknowledge the contribution made to the work of the Council
 Finally I want to acknowledge the contribution made to the work of the Council by all of my colleagues on the staff of Comhairle na Mumhan: Kathleen, Nuala, Joe, by all of my colleagues on the staff of Comhairle na Mumhan: Kathleen, Nuala, Joe, the two Pats, and John the two Pats, and John

Go raibh mile maith agaibh. Go raibh mile maith agaibh.

Mise le meas, Mise le meas,

Siomón Ó Maolrunaí, Siomón Ó Maolrunaí, Rúnaí, Comhairle na Mumhan CLG. Rúnaí, Comhairle na Mumhan CLG. 29 29 SCOREBOARD 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Munster Inter-County Championships 2007

Iomáint Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 27/5/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-18 1-11 An Clár Pádraig Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Semi-Final 10/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 1-19 1-19 Luimneach Diarmuid Ó Ciarbháin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 16/6/2007 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 2-21 1-24 Luimneach Brian Ó Gaibhín (Uibh Replay Fhailí) Semi-Final 17/6/2007 Dúrlas Portlairge 5-15 3-18 Corcaigh Barra Ó Ceallaigh (Iar Mhí) Semi-Final 24/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 0-15 1-12 Tiobraid Árann Sean Mac Mathúna (An 2nd Replay Clár) Final 8/7/2007 Dúrlas Porláirge 3-17 1-14 Luimneach Séamus De Roiste (Tiobraid Árann) 30 Peil Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 20/5/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 1-06 0-07 An Clár Muiris Ó Duíginn (Laoise) First 20/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 2-14 0-07 Luimneach Pádraig Ó Sionnaigh (Iar Chaoimh Mhí) Semi- Final 3/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 2-18 0-10 Tiobraid Árann Eoghan Ó Muireartaigh (Longfort) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 0-04 2-15 Ciarraí Gearóid Ó Conamha Comhairle naMumhan (Gaillimh) Final 1/7/2007 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 1-13 1-15 Ciarraí Mairtín Ó Dufaigh (Sligeach)

SCOREBOARD 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Munster Inter-County Championships 2007

Iomáint Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 27/5/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-18 1-11 An Clár Pádraig Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Semi-Final 10/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 1-19 1-19 Luimneach Diarmuid Ó Ciarbháin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 16/6/2007 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 2-21 1-24 Luimneach Brian Ó Gaibhín (Uibh Replay Fhailí) Semi-Final 17/6/2007 Dúrlas Portlairge 5-15 3-18 Corcaigh Barra Ó Ceallaigh (Iar Mhí) Semi-Final 24/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 0-15 1-12 Tiobraid Árann Sean Mac Mathúna (An 2nd Replay Clár) Final 8/7/2007 Dúrlas Porláirge 3-17 1-14 Luimneach Séamus De Roiste (Tiobraid Árann) 30 Peil Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 20/5/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 1-06 0-07 An Clár Muiris Ó Duíginn (Laoise) First 20/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 2-14 0-07 Luimneach Pádraig Ó Sionnaigh (Iar Chaoimh Mhí) Semi- Final 3/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 2-18 0-10 Tiobraid Árann Eoghan Ó Muireartaigh (Longfort) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 0-04 2-15 Ciarraí Gearóid Ó Conamha Comhairle naMumhan (Gaillimh) Final 1/7/2007 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 1-13 1-15 Ciarraí Mairtín Ó Dufaigh (Sligeach) Iomáint Idirmheánach Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 27/5/2007 Dúrlas An Clár 0-12 1-06 Corcaigh Deaglán Ó Drisceoil (Luimneach) Semi-Final 10/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 0-15 0-17 Luimneach Daithí Copps (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 17/6/2007 Dúrlas Portlairge 2-17 1-13 An Clár Nollaig Ó Coscair (Tiobraid Árann) Final 18/7/2007 Dúrlas Luimneach 1-12 5-12 Portláirge Seán Ó hEalaí (An Clár)

Peil Soisir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 20/5/2007 Dún Garbháin An Clár 1-11 0-07 Portláirge Mairtín Ó Coileáin (Corcaigh) First 20/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 1-13 1-12 Luimneach Diarmuid Ó Loingsigh

31 Chaoimh (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 1-15 1-09 Tiobraid Árann Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Dún Garbhain An Clár 0-08 0-05 Ciarraí Donal Ó Cathail (Tiobraid Árann) Final 28/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 0-12 0-11 An Clár Tomas Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Comhairle naMumhan

Iomáint Idirmheánach Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 27/5/2007 Dúrlas An Clár 0-12 1-06 Corcaigh Deaglán Ó Drisceoil (Luimneach) Semi-Final 10/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 0-15 0-17 Luimneach Daithí Copps (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 17/6/2007 Dúrlas Portlairge 2-17 1-13 An Clár Nollaig Ó Coscair (Tiobraid Árann) Final 18/7/2007 Dúrlas Luimneach 1-12 5-12 Portláirge Seán Ó hEalaí (An Clár)

Peil Soisir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 20/5/2007 Dún Garbháin An Clár 1-11 0-07 Portláirge Mairtín Ó Coileáin (Corcaigh) First 20/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 1-13 1-12 Luimneach Diarmuid Ó Loingsigh

31 Chaoimh (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 1-15 1-09 Tiobraid Árann Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) Semi-Final 3/6/2007 Dún Garbhain An Clár 0-08 0-05 Ciarraí Donal Ó Cathail (Tiobraid Árann) Final 28/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 0-12 0-11 An Clár Tomas Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Comhairle naMumhan Iomáint Fé 21 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 6/6/2007 Dún Garbháin Portlairge 4-28 0-3 Ciarraí Micheál Ó Conchubhair (Luimneach) First 10/7/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 1-14 2-10 Tiobraid Árann Ambrós Ó hEagnaí (An Chaoimh Clár) Semi-Final 11/7/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 2-10 2-14 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 17/7/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 2-14 1-11 An Clár Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Final 1/8/2007 Páirc Breathnach Corcaigh 1-20 0-10 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Iomáint na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 2/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 3-15 0-09 Portláirge Seán Ó hEalaí (An Clár)

32 Chaoimh First 2/5/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 3-12 1-11 An Clár Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Losers 9/5/2007 Dúrlas An Clár 1-09 1-08 Portláirge Micheál Ó Concubhair Group (Luimneach) Semi-Final 24/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 0-12 3-12 Tiobraid Árann Colm Ó Laighin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 27/6/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-20 0-14 An Clár Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Final 8/7/2007 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 0-18 1-11 Corcaigh Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portlairge) Comhairle naMumhan

Iomáint Fé 21 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 6/6/2007 Dún Garbháin Portlairge 4-28 0-3 Ciarraí Micheál Ó Conchubhair (Luimneach) First 10/7/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 1-14 2-10 Tiobraid Árann Ambrós Ó hEagnaí (An Chaoimh Clár) Semi-Final 11/7/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 2-10 2-14 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 17/7/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 2-14 1-11 An Clár Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Final 1/8/2007 Páirc Breathnach Corcaigh 1-20 0-10 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Iomáint na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 2/5/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 3-15 0-09 Portláirge Seán Ó hEalaí (An Clár)

32 Chaoimh First 2/5/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 3-12 1-11 An Clár Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Losers 9/5/2007 Dúrlas An Clár 1-09 1-08 Portláirge Micheál Ó Concubhair Group (Luimneach) Semi-Final 24/6/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 0-12 3-12 Tiobraid Árann Colm Ó Laighin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 27/6/2007 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-20 0-14 An Clár Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Final 8/7/2007 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 0-18 1-11 Corcaigh Pádraig Ó Cathasaigh (Portlairge) Comhairle naMumhan Peil Fé 21 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 10/3/2007 Kilmihill An Clár 1-06 0-06 Ciarraí Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) First 8/3/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 0-17 0-09 Luimneach Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 17/3/2007 Dún Garbháin Corcaigh 2-17 0-01 Portláirge Donal Ó Cathail (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 24/3/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Tiobraid Árann 5-08 0-07 An Clár Micheál Ó Miach (Luimneaech) Final 7/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 3-12 3-19 Corcaigh Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Clár)

Peil na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 11/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Ciarraí 3-07 0-10 Tiobraid Árann Risteard Ó Maoldomhnaigh

33 (Luimneach) First 11/4/2007 Fearmaí Corcaigh 0-20 0-03 Portlairge Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) First 11/4/2007 Inis An Clár 1-13 2-10 Luimneach Derek Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann) Replay 14/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 3-05 1-04 An Clár Muiris Ó Condúin (Portlairge) Play Off 1 18/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 2-05 0-11 An Clár Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Replay 21/4/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Tiobraid Arann 2-11 0-13 An Clár Risteard Ó Maolomhnaigh

Play Off 2 25/4/2007 Fearmaí Tiobraid Arann 1-12 0-08 Portláirge Mairtín Ó Coileáin Comhairle naMumhan (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 9/5/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Corcaigh 1-09 0-05 Tiobraid Árann Seán De Brú (An Clár) Semi-Final 9/5/2007 Páirc na nGael Ciarraí 2-05 0-11 Luimneach Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Semi-Final 12/5/2007 Trá Lí Ciarraí 2-13 0-08 Luimneach Derek Ó Mathúna Replay (Tiobraid Árann) Final 1/7/2007 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 1-16 2-08 Ciarraí Derek Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann)

Peil Fé 21 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 10/3/2007 Kilmihill An Clár 1-06 0-06 Ciarraí Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) First 8/3/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 0-17 0-09 Luimneach Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 17/3/2007 Dún Garbháin Corcaigh 2-17 0-01 Portláirge Donal Ó Cathail (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 24/3/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Tiobraid Árann 5-08 0-07 An Clár Micheál Ó Miach (Luimneaech) Final 7/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 3-12 3-19 Corcaigh Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Clár)

Peil na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 11/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Ciarraí 3-07 0-10 Tiobraid Árann Risteard Ó Maoldomhnaigh

33 (Luimneach) First 11/4/2007 Fearmaí Corcaigh 0-20 0-03 Portlairge Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) First 11/4/2007 Inis An Clár 1-13 2-10 Luimneach Derek Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann) Replay 14/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Luimneach 3-05 1-04 An Clár Muiris Ó Condúin (Portlairge) Play Off 1 18/4/2007 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 2-05 0-11 An Clár Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Replay 21/4/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Tiobraid Arann 2-11 0-13 An Clár Risteard Ó Maolomhnaigh

Play Off 2 25/4/2007 Fearmaí Tiobraid Arann 1-12 0-08 Portláirge Mairtín Ó Coileáin Comhairle naMumhan (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 9/5/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Corcaigh 1-09 0-05 Tiobraid Árann Seán De Brú (An Clár) Semi-Final 9/5/2007 Páirc na nGael Ciarraí 2-05 0-11 Luimneach Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Semi-Final 12/5/2007 Trá Lí Ciarraí 2-13 0-08 Luimneach Derek Ó Mathúna Replay (Tiobraid Árann) Final 1/7/2007 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 1-16 2-08 Ciarraí Derek Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann) Waterford Crystal Cup

Senior Hurling Competition 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Preliminary 14/1/2007 An tAonach Tiobraid Árann 1-13 1-11 University of Limerick Seán Mac Mathúna (An Clár) Preliminary 14/1/2007 Miliuch An Clár 1-16 1-13 University College Cork Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Preliminary 14/1/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Luimneach I.T 2-12 0-12 Luimneach Brian De Faoithe (Tiobraid Árann) Quarter 21/1/2007 Lerig An Clár 1-05 0-06 Ciarraí Micheál Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Quarter 21/1/2007 An tAonach Tiobraid Árann 2-18 0-05 Waterford I.T. Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Quarter 21/1/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 2-20 1-11 Cork I.T. Micheál Ó hUaidín Chaoimh (Portláirge) Quarter 21/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 2-14 1-16 Limerick I.T. Séamus De Róiste (Tiobraid Árann) 34 Semi-Final 28/1/2007 Miliuch Tiobraid Árann 3-14 1-14 An Clár Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 28/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Corcaigh 0-16 2-09 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Final 4/2/2007 Páirc Uí Tiobraid Árann 1-17 2-11 Corcaigh Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Chaoimh (An Clár) Comhairle naMumhan

Waterford Crystal Cup

Senior Hurling Competition 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Preliminary 14/1/2007 An tAonach Tiobraid Árann 1-13 1-11 University of Limerick Seán Mac Mathúna (An Clár) Preliminary 14/1/2007 Miliuch An Clár 1-16 1-13 University College Cork Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Preliminary 14/1/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Luimneach I.T 2-12 0-12 Luimneach Brian De Faoithe (Tiobraid Árann) Quarter 21/1/2007 Lerig An Clár 1-05 0-06 Ciarraí Micheál Ó Conchúir (Luimneach) Quarter 21/1/2007 An tAonach Tiobraid Árann 2-18 0-05 Waterford I.T. Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Quarter 21/1/2007 Páirc Uí Corcaigh 2-20 1-11 Cork I.T. Micheál Ó hUaidín Chaoimh (Portláirge) Quarter 21/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 2-14 1-16 Limerick I.T. Séamus De Róiste (Tiobraid Árann) 34 Semi-Final 28/1/2007 Miliuch Tiobraid Árann 3-14 1-14 An Clár Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 28/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Corcaigh 0-16 2-09 Portláirge Seán Ó Riain (Tiobraid Árann) Final 4/2/2007 Páirc Uí Tiobraid Árann 1-17 2-11 Corcaigh Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Chaoimh (An Clár) Comhairle naMumhan McGrath Cup

Senior Football Competition 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Preliminary 7/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Portlairge 2-04 0-12 University College Donal Ó Cathail Cork (Tiobraid Árann) Preliminary 7/1/2007 Caisleán Nua Luimneach 1-14 1-05 Trá Lí I.T. Brian Mac Toirrill Thiar (Tiobraid Árann) Quarter 14/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 3-10 1-09 Corcaigh I.T. Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) Quarter 14/1/2007 Cathair Luimneach 1-14 1-11 Tiobraid Árann Diarmuid Ó Loingsigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 14/1/2007 Sráid na University of Limerick 1-11 0-08 An Clár Pádraig Mac Cathrach Sithigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 14/1/2007 Dún Garbháin University College Cork 5-09 0-07 Waterford I.T. Pádraig Ó Ruiseál (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 21/1/2007 Caisleán Nua Luimneach 0-09 0-06 University College Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Thiar Cork Clár) Semi-Final 22/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 3-22 0-04 University of Limerick Aodán Ó Mongáin 35 (Ciarraí) Final 27/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 1-08 0-07 Luimneach Pádraig Mac Sithigh (Ciarraí) Comhairle naMumhan

McGrath Cup

Senior Football Competition 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Preliminary 7/1/2007 Dún Garbháin Portlairge 2-04 0-12 University College Donal Ó Cathail Cork (Tiobraid Árann) Preliminary 7/1/2007 Caisleán Nua Luimneach 1-14 1-05 Trá Lí I.T. Brian Mac Toirrill Thiar (Tiobraid Árann) Quarter 14/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 3-10 1-09 Corcaigh I.T. Muiris Ó Condúin (Portláirge) Quarter 14/1/2007 Cathair Luimneach 1-14 1-11 Tiobraid Árann Diarmuid Ó Loingsigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 14/1/2007 Sráid na University of Limerick 1-11 0-08 An Clár Pádraig Mac Cathrach Sithigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 14/1/2007 Dún Garbháin University College Cork 5-09 0-07 Waterford I.T. Pádraig Ó Ruiseál (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 21/1/2007 Caisleán Nua Luimneach 0-09 0-06 University College Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Thiar Cork Clár) Semi-Final 22/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 3-22 0-04 University of Limerick Aodán Ó Mongáin 35 (Ciarraí) Final 27/1/2007 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 1-08 0-07 Luimneach Pádraig Mac Sithigh (Ciarraí) Comhairle naMumhan SCOREBOARD 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Munster Club Championships 2007

Iomáint Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 4/11/2007 Dúrlas Luach Magh/Caislean 2-11 0-14 Rogha Éíreann Seán Mac Aoibhne Mathúna (An Clár) First 4/11/2007 Leac Sná An Tulach 4-16 2-06 Leac Sná Seán Ó Seasnáin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Inis An Tulach 2-13 0-14 An Baile Dubh Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Páirc na nGael Luach Magh/Caislean 1-15 1-10 Ath Dara Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Aoibhne (An Clár) Final 2/12/2007 Páirc na nGael Luach Magh/Caislean 1-06 0-07 An Tulach Cathal Mac Allistír Aoibhne (Corcaigh) 36 Peil Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 11/11/2007 Páirc Uí Raonaithe Nemo 1-14 2-06 Fanaithe na Maoilig Muiris Ó Condúin Final Chaoimh (Portláirge) Quarter 11/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cill Cuimin 1-09 1-05 Lios Uí Cathasaigh Micheál Ó Miach Final (Luimneach) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Raonaithe Nemo 2-15 2-09 Baile an Londraigh Ruairí Ó hIcí, (An Clár) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Cill Áirne Baile na Cuirte 2-06 0-08 Cill Cuimin Micheál Ó Coileáin Comhairle naMumhan (Corcaigh) Final 9/12/2007 Cill Áirne Raonaithe Nemo 1-10 1-07 Baile na Cuirte Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Clár)

SCOREBOARD 2007 Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Munster Club Championships 2007

Iomáint Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: First 4/11/2007 Dúrlas Luach Magh/Caislean 2-11 0-14 Rogha Éíreann Seán Mac Aoibhne Mathúna (An Clár) First 4/11/2007 Leac Sná An Tulach 4-16 2-06 Leac Sná Seán Ó Seasnáin (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Inis An Tulach 2-13 0-14 An Baile Dubh Cathal Mac Allistír (Corcaigh) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Páirc na nGael Luach Magh/Caislean 1-15 1-10 Ath Dara Ambrós Ó hEagnaí Aoibhne (An Clár) Final 2/12/2007 Páirc na nGael Luach Magh/Caislean 1-06 0-07 An Tulach Cathal Mac Allistír Aoibhne (Corcaigh) 36 Peil Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 11/11/2007 Páirc Uí Raonaithe Nemo 1-14 2-06 Fanaithe na Maoilig Muiris Ó Condúin Final Chaoimh (Portláirge) Quarter 11/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cill Cuimin 1-09 1-05 Lios Uí Cathasaigh Micheál Ó Miach Final (Luimneach) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Cill Mocheallóg Raonaithe Nemo 2-15 2-09 Baile an Londraigh Ruairí Ó hIcí, (An Clár) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Cill Áirne Baile na Cuirte 2-06 0-08 Cill Cuimin Micheál Ó Coileáin Comhairle naMumhan (Corcaigh) Final 9/12/2007 Cill Áirne Raonaithe Nemo 1-10 1-07 Baile na Cuirte Ruairí Ó hIcí (An Clár) Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Iomáint Idirmheánach na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 4/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cluain Lara 3-11 2-11 Carraig Tuathail Nollaig Mac Final Oscair (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 11/11/2007 An tAonach Cluain Lara 3-18 2-13 Lothra Doire Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Final 25/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cluain Lara 1-14 1-08 Dhromainn Ath Daithí Copps Lacaigh (Corcaigh)

Peil Idirmheanach na gClub

37 Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 11/11/2007 Tiobraid Árann Fanaithe Gleann Árann 1-07 0-08 Baile Uí Bheachain Diarmuid Ó Final Loingsigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 11/11/2007 Mala Mala 0-12 0-06 Ath an tSleibhte Micheál Mac Final Canna (An Clár) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Tiobraid Árann Fanaithe Gleann Arann 0-04 0-13 Abha na Scail Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Final 2/12/2007 Cill Áirne Abha na Scail 0-13 0-7 Mala Deiric Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann) Comhairle naMumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Iomáint Idirmheánach na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 4/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cluain Lara 3-11 2-11 Carraig Tuathail Nollaig Mac Final Oscair (Tiobraid Árann) Semi-Final 11/11/2007 An tAonach Cluain Lara 3-18 2-13 Lothra Doire Jason Ó Mathúna (Luimneach) Final 25/11/2007 Páirc Chiosóg Cluain Lara 1-14 1-08 Dhromainn Ath Daithí Copps Lacaigh (Corcaigh)

Peil Idirmheanach na gClub

37 Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 11/11/2007 Tiobraid Árann Fanaithe Gleann Árann 1-07 0-08 Baile Uí Bheachain Diarmuid Ó Final Loingsigh (Ciarraí) Quarter 11/11/2007 Mala Mala 0-12 0-06 Ath an tSleibhte Micheál Mac Final Canna (An Clár) Semi-Final 18/11/2007 Tiobraid Árann Fanaithe Gleann Arann 0-04 0-13 Abha na Scail Tomás Ó Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Final 2/12/2007 Cill Áirne Abha na Scail 0-13 0-7 Mala Deiric Ó Mathúna (Tiobraid Árann) Comhairle naMumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Iomáint Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 18/11/2007 An Neidín Cill Garbháin 2-11 2-09 Cathair Laighin Seán Ó hEalaí Final (An Clár) Quarter 18/11/2007 Miliuch Barra Rua 2-14 0-05 Miliuch Pádraig Ó Final Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Páirc Uí Barra Rua 2-13 2-07 Baile na Sagart Deaglán Ó Chaoimh Drisceoil (Luimneach) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Ard Fhionnáin Fanaithe na Maoilig 2-17 4-05 Cill Garbháin Colm Ó Laighin

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Peil Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 18/11/2007 Páirc Breathnach Muillte Uí Cheallacháin 1-09 1-04 Port Mór Risteard Ó Final Maolomhnaigh (Luimneach) Semi-Final 2/12/2007 Cill Cisin Muillte Uí Cheallacháin 3-10 0-03 Magh Pádraig Ó Comhairle naMumhan Coirce/Buirghéas Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 2/12/2007 Ceannamhui Ceannamhui 2-09 2-06 Cill Seán De Brú (An Clár) Final 16/12/2007 Eas Geitine Ceannamhui 1-06 1-05 Muillte Uí Tomás Ó Cheallacháin Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Cumann Lúthchleas Gael

Iomáint Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 18/11/2007 An Neidín Cill Garbháin 2-11 2-09 Cathair Laighin Seán Ó hEalaí Final (An Clár) Quarter 18/11/2007 Miliuch Barra Rua 2-14 0-05 Miliuch Pádraig Ó Final Cathasaigh (Portláirge) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Páirc Uí Barra Rua 2-13 2-07 Baile na Sagart Deaglán Ó Chaoimh Drisceoil (Luimneach) Semi-Final 25/11/2007 Ard Fhionnáin Fanaithe na Maoilig 2-17 4-05 Cill Garbháin Colm Ó Laighin

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Peil Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Réiteoir: Quarter 18/11/2007 Páirc Breathnach Muillte Uí Cheallacháin 1-09 1-04 Port Mór Risteard Ó Final Maolomhnaigh (Luimneach) Semi-Final 2/12/2007 Cill Cisin Muillte Uí Cheallacháin 3-10 0-03 Magh Pádraig Ó Comhairle naMumhan Coirce/Buirghéas Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) Semi-Final 2/12/2007 Ceannamhui Ceannamhui 2-09 2-06 Cill Seán De Brú (An Clár) Final 16/12/2007 Eas Geitine Ceannamhui 1-06 1-05 Muillte Uí Tomás Ó Cheallacháin Suilleabháin (Portláirge) Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan

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Council Treasurer, Ger Hickey. Council Treasurer, Ger Hickey. Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Comhairle na Mumhan

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Munster Third Level Colleges Report 2007 Munster Third Level Colleges Report 2007

The past year has once again been a successful one for the Munster 3rd Level Colleges. The past year has once again been a successful one for the Munster 3rd Level Colleges. All Colleges have reported increased participation and interest across their student All Colleges have reported increased participation and interest across their student populations and the profile of Gaelic Games in our 3rd Level Institutions has never been populations and the profile of Gaelic Games in our 3rd Level Institutions has never been higher. The support of Comhairle na Mumhan in achieving these aims is much higher. The support of Comhairle na Mumhan in achieving these aims is much appreciated and one can only hope that this mutually beneficial partnership will continue appreciated and one can only hope that this mutually beneficial partnership will continue to grow and prosper. The benefits of a healthy 3rd Level sector should be obvious to all to grow and prosper. The benefits of a healthy 3rd Level sector should be obvious to all and the impact these young GAA players and administrators will have on their clubs and and the impact these young GAA players and administrators will have on their clubs and counties in the future should be very positive. counties in the future should be very positive. The support we receive from Comhairle na Mumhan in the form of grants, bursaries and The support we receive from Comhairle na Mumhan in the form of grants, bursaries and Games Development Officers is vital to the growth in the sector. The vision of the Games Development Officers is vital to the growth in the sector. The vision of the Council to invest in the 3rd Level sector will continue to reap its reward. The contribution Council to invest in the 3rd Level sector will continue to reap its reward. The contribution of men like Seamus O’Gormáin( Cathaoirleach), Joey Carton and Pat O’Shea to the of men like Seamus O’Gormáin( Cathaoirleach), Joey Carton and Pat O’Shea to the Colleges is much appreciated. A special word of thanks to Simon Moroney, the ever Colleges is much appreciated. A special word of thanks to Simon Moroney, the ever efficient and courteous Secretary, for his decisive leadership and guidance. We wish him efficient and courteous Secretary, for his decisive leadership and guidance. We wish him well in his new career. well in his new career. All of our College clubs are run by student officers in co-operation with their Games All of our College clubs are run by student officers in co-operation with their Games Development Officers. We thank all these people for the huge amount of work they put in Development Officers. We thank all these people for the huge amount of work they put in to develop and promote Gaelic games. We also acknowledge the great support we receive to develop and promote Gaelic games. We also acknowledge the great support we receive from our referees in Munster and the many clubs and counties who make their pitches from our referees in Munster and the many clubs and counties who make their pitches available to us. available to us. Congratulations to all of the Munster Colleges who were victorious on the field of play- Congratulations to all of the Munster Colleges who were victorious on the field of play- pride of place goes to the Limerick Institute of Technology who won the Ulster Bank pride of place goes to the Limerick Institute of Technology who won the Ulster Bank Fitzgibbon Cup, but there were also significant victories for UCC, MICL, UL and Fitzgibbon Cup, but there were also significant victories for UCC, MICL, UL and I.T.Tralee. Well done to everyone and continued success and best wishes to all of our I.T.Tralee. Well done to everyone and continued success and best wishes to all of our Colleges. Colleges. To conclude, on behalf of the Munster Third Level Colleges we would like to To conclude, on behalf of the Munster Third Level Colleges we would like to acknowledge the work of Noreen Lynch of MICL and wish her all the best in her acknowledge the work of Noreen Lynch of MICL and wish her all the best in her retirement. Noreen has made a huge contribution to the success of Gaelic games at all retirement. Noreen has made a huge contribution to the success of Gaelic games at all levels of the association and no doubt will continue to do so. levels of the association and no doubt will continue to do so. There are many issues facing the 3rd Level sector over the coming years- fixtures, player There are many issues facing the 3rd Level sector over the coming years- fixtures, player burnout, competition structures, eligibility, etc – but we are confident that with the advice burnout, competition structures, eligibility, etc – but we are confident that with the advice of the clubs, counties and Munster Council, we will meet and deal with these challenges. of the clubs, counties and Munster Council, we will meet and deal with these challenges.

Election of Officers 2007-2008: Election of Officers 2007-2008:

Chairman: Des Cullinane UCC Chairman: Des Cullinane UCC

Secretary: Keith Ricken CIT Secretary: Keith Ricken CIT

Cisteoir: Ciara Cregan MICL Cisteoir: Ciara Cregan MICL

PRO: Geraldine Kinnane IT Port Lairge. PRO: Geraldine Kinnane IT Port Lairge.

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Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Mumhan Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

Following national directive this committee came into being following a ratification Following national directive this committee came into being following a ratification meeting with the officers of Munster Council in May 2007, Both Vocational Schools and meeting with the officers of Munster Council in May 2007, Both Vocational Schools and Colleges still organise their own competions and exist as separate C.C.C. bodies under Colleges still organise their own competions and exist as separate C.C.C. bodies under the auspices of Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna. Matters of finance and administration are the auspices of Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna. Matters of finance and administration are dealt with by the parent body. dealt with by the parent body.

Meetings have been held to discuss matters of mutual concern and progress has been Meetings have been held to discuss matters of mutual concern and progress has been made. It is envisaged that this will continue, leading to some joint competitions in the made. It is envisaged that this will continue, leading to some joint competitions in the future. future.

The amalgamation is now in full operation at national and provincial levels but still The amalgamation is now in full operation at national and provincial levels but still remains unorganised in a number of counties. This situation has to be rectified to ensure a remains unorganised in a number of counties. This situation has to be rectified to ensure a smooth operation all around. smooth operation all around.

There will follow a separate report from each of the two bodies covering both games and There will follow a separate report from each of the two bodies covering both games and financial matters. financial matters.

Sean OBrosnachain. Sean OBrosnachain. Runai. Runai.

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INTER FIRM GAA REPORT INTER FIRM GAA REPORT

President: Tom Daly Vice-President: Henry Cooney President: Tom Daly Vice-President: Henry Cooney Chairman: Peter Dennehy Vice-Chairman: Joe Ryan Chairman: Peter Dennehy Vice-Chairman: Joe Ryan Treasurer: Michael Mulcahy Treasurer: Michael Mulcahy Runai: Francis Chute Fixtures Secretary: Michael O Neill Runai: Francis Chute Fixtures Secretary: Michael O Neill Central Council Delegates: Michael O Neill, Donal McCarthy Central Council Delegates: Michael O Neill, Donal McCarthy

It was a good year for Inter Firm. Most counties had a reasonably good county It was a good year for Inter Firm. Most counties had a reasonably good county Championship. Our championship was again the main business of the Council. We had Championship. Our championship was again the main business of the Council. We had four grades of Championship as follows. four grades of Championship as follows.

Senior Football Senior Football The Senior Football Final between AIB,Kerry and Cork Garda was played under lights The Senior Football Final between AIB,Kerry and Cork Garda was played under lights in Dr Crokes Grounds,Killarney.It was a competitive game of football with the AIB in Dr Crokes Grounds,Killarney.It was a competitive game of football with the AIB coming from behind to fashion an exciting win. AIB have since defeated coming from behind to fashion an exciting win. AIB have since defeated Hanleys,Roscommon in the All-Ireland semi-final and now await the Leinster champions Hanleys,Roscommon in the All-Ireland semi-final and now await the Leinster champions in the All-Ireland final. in the All-Ireland final.

Senior Hurling Senior Hurling The Senior Hurling Final boiled down to the meeting of Limerick Garda and Bank of The Senior Hurling Final boiled down to the meeting of Limerick Garda and Bank of Ireland Lifetime, Tipperary. After a good competitive game played under lights at Ireland Lifetime, Tipperary. After a good competitive game played under lights at Puckane, the Tipperary champions ran out deserving winners. They then went on to Puckane, the Tipperary champions ran out deserving winners. They then went on to defeat Termo King, Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final after a replay and will now meet defeat Termo King, Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final after a replay and will now meet Glanbia/Avonmore in the All-Ireland Final. Glanbia/Avonmore in the All-Ireland Final.

Junior Hurling Junior Hurling Junior Hurling championship produced a few very good games. Walsh Construction Junior Hurling championship produced a few very good games. Walsh Construction Waterford defeated Annalog, Limerick in one semi-final, with Cork Garda defeating Waterford defeated Annalog, Limerick in one semi-final, with Cork Garda defeating Killenaule Builders in the second semi-final. The Munster final between Cork Garda and Killenaule Builders in the second semi-final. The Munster final between Cork Garda and Walsh Engineering was played in Ballygunner and after an entertaining hour hurling Walsh Engineering was played in Ballygunner and after an entertaining hour hurling Garda took the title. Garda then defeated Larcon, Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final, Garda took the title. Garda then defeated Larcon, Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final, but were subsequently beaten by Kilkenny side Dunreidy Engineering in the final played but were subsequently beaten by Kilkenny side Dunreidy Engineering in the final played in Castlecomber. in Castlecomber.

Junior Football Junior Football Junior Football proved to be a very competitive championship. Cork Teachers defeated Junior Football proved to be a very competitive championship. Cork Teachers defeated the Kerry champions Coolfada after extra time. Clare Garda defeated Limerick Garda in a the Kerry champions Coolfada after extra time. Clare Garda defeated Limerick Garda in a very close fought contest. Final was played under lights in Wolfe Tone Park, Shannon very close fought contest. Final was played under lights in Wolfe Tone Park, Shannon with Clare Garda winning their first title after a tough game. Clare Garda then defeated with Clare Garda winning their first title after a tough game. Clare Garda then defeated the Connacht champions Boston Scientific, Galway in the semi-final, but lost the All- the Connacht champions Boston Scientific, Galway in the semi-final, but lost the All- Ireland Final to Intel, Kildare, just a point separating the sides at the final whistle. Ireland Final to Intel, Kildare, just a point separating the sides at the final whistle.

Overall we had a very successful year with all four grades of championship producing Overall we had a very successful year with all four grades of championship producing some very enjoyable games. I would like to thank all the Referees who officiated at our some very enjoyable games. I would like to thank all the Referees who officiated at our Hurling and Football games during the year. I would also like to thank all the clubs who Hurling and Football games during the year. I would also like to thank all the clubs who

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made their pitches available to us throughout the year. Finally, to all the Munster made their pitches available to us throughout the year. Finally, to all the Munster Council Officers, I would like to express my thanks for their effort time and interest in Council Officers, I would like to express my thanks for their effort time and interest in making 2007 a very successful year for Inter Firm in Munster. making 2007 a very successful year for Inter Firm in Munster.

Francis Chute, Francis Chute, Runai. Runai. Munster Inter Firm Council. Munster Inter Firm Council.

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Coaching and Games Development Sub-Committee Coaching and Games Development Sub-Committee Annual Report 2007 Annual Report 2007

Is mor an chuis athais dom an tuarascail seo ar bhliain an ghnothach a chur os bhur Is mor an chuis athais dom an tuarascail seo ar bhliain an ghnothach a chur os bhur gcomhair. gcomhair.

Committee and Meetings: Committee and Meetings: The members of the committee for the past year were as follows: Sean Breathnach The members of the committee for the past year were as follows: Sean Breathnach (Cathaoirleach), Sean De Laoindre (Leas-Cathaoirleach), Seosamh Mac Artain (Cathaoirleach), Sean De Laoindre (Leas-Cathaoirleach), Seosamh Mac Artain (Runai), Padraig O’Se (Bainisteoir na gCluichi), Bernie Ni Rinn (Ciarrai), , Padraig (Runai), Padraig O’Se (Bainisteoir na gCluichi), Bernie Ni Rinn (Ciarrai), , Padraig O Mordha (Port Lairge), Donncha de Floid (Tiobraid Arann), Deasun O Cuilleanain O Mordha (Port Lairge), Donncha de Floid (Tiobraid Arann), Deasun O Cuilleanain (Corcaigh), Micheal O Dochartaigh (An Clar), Gearoid Mac Philib (Luimneach) T.S. (Corcaigh), Micheal O Dochartaigh (An Clar), Gearoid Mac Philib (Luimneach) T.S. Mac Aogain (Gairmscoileanna), Ailin O Cuinneagain (Oideachas), An Br Dormer Mac Aogain (Gairmscoileanna), Ailin O Cuinneagain (Oideachas), An Br Dormer (Bunscoileanna), Michael O Fuireastal (Colaisti) agus Liam de Roiste(Liathroid (Bunscoileanna), Michael O Fuireastal (Colaisti) agus Liam de Roiste(Liathroid Laimhe). Laimhe). During the year the committee met on eight occasions and was responsible for During the year the committee met on eight occasions and was responsible for overseeing the following busy schedule of activities. overseeing the following busy schedule of activities.

Iomaint Faoi 16 Iomaint Faoi 16 This year the Under 16 Divisional Championship was played in two divisions “A” This year the Under 16 Divisional Championship was played in two divisions “A” and “B”. Avondhu won the “A” after a replay against last year’s winners East Clare and “B”. Avondhu won the “A” after a replay against last year’s winners East Clare and Limerick City won the “B”. This was a great boost for hurling in Limerick City and Limerick City won the “B”. This was a great boost for hurling in Limerick City and in particular for the work being done by our Hurling Development Administrator and in particular for the work being done by our Hurling Development Administrator in the City, Pat Culhane. in the City, Pat Culhane. The introduction of a “Second String Blitz” in 2007 was a very welcome development The introduction of a “Second String Blitz” in 2007 was a very welcome development and while only four divisions participated it provided them with an opportunity to and while only four divisions participated it provided them with an opportunity to look at their extended panels. We hope to expand this concept in 2008 look at their extended panels. We hope to expand this concept in 2008 A special word of thanks to Kevin Walsh and his panel of referees for their help and A special word of thanks to Kevin Walsh and his panel of referees for their help and cooperation and for making the running of the competitions so much easier. cooperation and for making the running of the competitions so much easier. The following is a list of all the fixtures and results: The following is a list of all the fixtures and results:

Under 16 “A” Championship Results Under 16 “A” Championship Results

Under 16 A First Round Results 24.03.2007 Under 16 A First Round Results 24.03.2007

Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee South East Limerick 1gl-7pts East Waterford 0gls-13pts J.DORGAN(Cork) South East Limerick 1gl-7pts East Waterford 0gls-13pts J.DORGAN(Cork) West Limerick 1gl-15pts Seandun 2gls-10pts K.O'BRIEN(Tipp) West Limerick 1gl-15pts Seandun 2gls-10pts K.O'BRIEN(Tipp) Avondhu 3gls-14pts North Tipperary 3gls-11ptsD.FOX(Clare) Avondhu 3gls-14pts North Tipperary 3gls-11ptsD.FOX(Clare)

Under 16 A Quarter Final Results 31.03.2007 Under 16 A Quarter Final Results 31.03.2007

Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee East Waterford 1gl-2pts Imokilly 1gl-9pts D.Mackessy(Limk) East Waterford 1gl-2pts Imokilly 1gl-9pts D.Mackessy(Limk) West Limerick 2gls-9pts Mid Clare 2gls-18pts C.Lyons(Cork) West Limerick 2gls-9pts Mid Clare 2gls-18pts C.Lyons(Cork) West Waterford 1gl-11pts Avondhu 3gls--7pts R.Moloney(Limk) West Waterford 1gl-11pts Avondhu 3gls--7pts R.Moloney(Limk) Mid Tipperary 1gl-15pts East Clare 1gl-17pts P.Casey(Wat) Mid Tipperary 1gl-15pts East Clare 1gl-17pts P.Casey(Wat)

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Under 16 A Semi Final Results 9.04.2007 Under 16 A Semi Final Results 9.04.2007

Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Imokilly 1gl-13pts Avondhu 1gl-14pts P Casey (Waterford) Imokilly 1gl-13pts Avondhu 1gl-14pts P Casey (Waterford) East Clare 1gl-11pts Mid Clare 0-13pts D.Mackessy(Limk) East Clare 1gl-11pts Mid Clare 0-13pts D.Mackessy(Limk)

Under 16 Final Result Under 16 Final Result 14.04.2007 14.04.2007

Score Score Referee Score Score Referee East Clare 0gls-13pts Avondhu 1gl-10pts P Casey (Waterford) East Clare 0gls-13pts Avondhu 1gl-10pts P Casey (Waterford)

Under 16 Final Replay Result 28.04.2007 Under 16 Final Replay Result 28.04.2007 Score Score Referee Score Score Referee Avondhu 2gls-15pts East Clare 2gls-5pts M O'Connor (Limk) Avondhu 2gls-15pts East Clare 2gls-5pts M O'Connor (Limk)

Under 16 “B” Hurling Championship Results Under 16 “B” Hurling Championship Results

Under 16 B Quarter Final Results 24.03.2007 Under 16 B Quarter Final Results 24.03.2007

Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee South Tipperary 6gls-25pts Carrigdoun 0gls-5pts P.Casey(Waterford) South Tipperary 6gls-25pts Carrigdoun 0gls-5pts P.Casey(Waterford) Carberry 2gls-5pts Kerry 2gls-12pts R.Moloney(Limk) Carberry 2gls-5pts Kerry 2gls-12pts R.Moloney(Limk) Duhallow 1gl-8pts Limerick City 2gls-12ptsP.Dineen(Kerry) Duhallow 1gl-8pts Limerick City 2gls-12ptsP.Dineen(Kerry) Muskerry 2gls-14pts West Tipperary 2gls-12ptsD.Mackessy(Limk) Muskerry 2gls-14pts West Tipperary 2gls-12ptsD.Mackessy(Limk)

Under 16 B Semi Final Results 9.04.2007 Under 16 B Semi Final Results 9.04.2007

Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Home Team Score Away Team Score Referee Kerry 1gl-12pts Muskerry 1gl--6pts F.McDonagh(Clare) Kerry 1gl-12pts Muskerry 1gl--6pts F.McDonagh(Clare) Limerick City 4gls-16pts South Tipperary 2gls-19pts D.Fox(Clare) Limerick City 4gls-16pts South Tipperary 2gls-19pts D.Fox(Clare)

Under 16 B Final Result Under 16 B Final Result 14.04.2007 14.04.2007

Score Score Referee Score Score Referee Kerry 2gls-9pts Limerick City 3gls-16ptsC.Lyons (Cork) Kerry 2gls-9pts Limerick City 3gls-16ptsC.Lyons (Cork)

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Under 16 Hurling Second String Blitz Results Under 16 Hurling Second String Blitz Results

Under 16 Munster Divisional Blitz for Second String Teams Only Under 16 Munster Divisional Blitz for Second String Teams Only Saturday April 7th at Mayfield Saturday April 7th at Mayfield

Score Score Referee Score Score Referee Seandun 3gls-16pts Kerry 0gl-4pts G.O'Connell Seandun 3gls-16pts Kerry 0gl-4pts G.O'Connell Imokilly 2gls-8pts West Limerick 1gl-5pts C.Lyons Imokilly 2gls-8pts West Limerick 1gl-5pts C.Lyons Seandun 0gls-5pts Imokilly 0gls-5pts C.Lane Seandun 0gls-5pts Imokilly 0gls-5pts C.Lane West Limerick 4gls-7pts Kerry 0gls-6pts C.Lyons West Limerick 4gls-7pts Kerry 0gls-6pts C.Lyons Kerry 0gls-2pts Imokilly 7gls-13ptsC.Lane Kerry 0gls-2pts Imokilly 7gls-13ptsC.Lane West Limerick 1gl-4pts Seandun 3gls-10pts G.O'Connell West Limerick 1gl-4pts Seandun 3gls-10pts G.O'Connell

Peil Faoi 16 Peil Faoi 16 The Annual under 16 Football Competition involving all the Munster Counties was The Annual under 16 Football Competition involving all the Munster Counties was organised by Bord na nOg Luimneach and took place on July 7th and 14th. The eight organised by Bord na nOg Luimneach and took place on July 7th and 14th. The eight participating teams were as follows: participating teams were as follows: Limerick, Clare, Waterford, Tipperary, Cork City, Cork County, Kerry North and Limerick, Clare, Waterford, Tipperary, Cork City, Cork County, Kerry North and Kerry South. Kerry South. Again Kevin Walsh and his committee appointed referees for all games. Again Kevin Walsh and his committee appointed referees for all games. Cork County defeated Limerick in the final. However disappointingly the Plate Final Cork County defeated Limerick in the final. However disappointingly the Plate Final was never played as both counties Waterford and Clare could not play on the date was never played as both counties Waterford and Clare could not play on the date appointed and failed to agree on an alternative suitable date. appointed and failed to agree on an alternative suitable date.

Peil Faoi 14 (Jim Power Under 14 Tournament) Peil Faoi 14 (Jim Power Under 14 Tournament)

This tournament was organised by Bord na nOg, Port Lairge and took place on This tournament was organised by Bord na nOg, Port Lairge and took place on Saturday 6th October 2007 in Dungarvan Area at four venues. The participating teams Saturday 6th October 2007 in Dungarvan Area at four venues. The participating teams were Cork 2,Kerry 2,Limerick, Tipperary, Clare, Waterford 2 Wexford Laois and were Cork 2,Kerry 2,Limerick, Tipperary, Clare, Waterford 2 Wexford Laois and Carlow. Carlow withdrew on the day of the tournament. Kerry South won the Plate Carlow. Carlow withdrew on the day of the tournament. Kerry South won the Plate Final while Cork County won the Tournament Final. Kevin Walsh appointed the Final while Cork County won the Tournament Final. Kevin Walsh appointed the referees for all of the games and made the running of the tournament so much easier. referees for all of the games and made the running of the tournament so much easier. The results of the games were as follows: The results of the games were as follows:

Group 1. Group 1. Limerick 4.6 Waterford A 2.02, Limerick 4.6 Waterford A 2.02, Limerick 3.05 Kerry North 1.04, Limerick 3.05 Kerry North 1.04, Kerry North 2.06 Waterford A 1.15. Kerry North 2.06 Waterford A 1.15.

Group Two: Group Two: Cork County 3.15 Waterford B 1.01 Cork County 3.15 Waterford B 1.01 Wexford 2.09 Waterford B 0.01 Wexford 2.09 Waterford B 0.01 Cork County 3.05 Wexford 1.04. Cork County 3.05 Wexford 1.04.

Group 3: Group 3: Kerry South 1.09 Clare 0.04 Kerry South 1.09 Clare 0.04 Laois 2.10 Kerry South 5.03 Laois 2.10 Kerry South 5.03

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Clare 2.04 Laois 0.04. Clare 2.04 Laois 0.04.

Group 4 Group 4 Tipperary 2.05 City 2.04 Tipperary 2.05 City 2.04 Carlow withdrew from the Tournament. Carlow withdrew from the Tournament.

Plate Semi-Finals: Plate Semi-Finals: Kerry North 4.11 Cork City3.09 Kerry North 4.11 Cork City3.09 Kerry South 1.07 Waterford A 2.03. Kerry South 1.07 Waterford A 2.03.

Tournament Plate Final: Tournament Plate Final: Kerry South 4.12 Kerry North 3.04. Kerry South 4.12 Kerry North 3.04.

Tournament Semi-Finals: Tournament Semi-Finals: Limerick 1.10 Tipperary 1.05 Limerick 1.10 Tipperary 1.05 Cork County 3.10 Laois 3.05 Cork County 3.10 Laois 3.05

Tournament Final: Tournament Final: Cork County 1.10 Limericks 0.09. Cork County 1.10 Limericks 0.09.

Iomaint Faoi 16 (Tipperary Supporters Club Tournament) Iomaint Faoi 16 (Tipperary Supporters Club Tournament)

The Annual Inter County Under 16 Hurling Tournament was again run by Tipperary The Annual Inter County Under 16 Hurling Tournament was again run by Tipperary Bord na nOg on the 25th and 26th of August. The four venues used were in the general Bord na nOg on the 25th and 26th of August. The four venues used were in the general vicinity of Thurles with the finals taking place in Semple Stadium. Tipperary won the vicinity of Thurles with the finals taking place in Semple Stadium. Tipperary won the A Final while Wexford were successful in the Shield Final. A special word of thanks A Final while Wexford were successful in the Shield Final. A special word of thanks to Kevin Walsh and his referees for their efforts. to Kevin Walsh and his referees for their efforts. The results of the games were as follows: The results of the games were as follows:

Group 1 (The Ragg - 25th August 2007) Group 1 (The Ragg - 25th August 2007) Tipperary 1-9 Kilkenny 1-9; Cork 1-9 Kilkenny 0-6; Tipperary 1-10 Cork 0-8 Tipperary 1-9 Kilkenny 1-9; Cork 1-9 Kilkenny 0-6; Tipperary 1-10 Cork 0-8

Group 2 (Templemore - 25th August 2007) Group 2 (Templemore - 25th August 2007) Limerick 1-12 Antrim 1-4; Offaly 5-13 Antrim 1-4; Limerick 5-6 Offaly 1-11 Limerick 1-12 Antrim 1-4; Offaly 5-13 Antrim 1-4; Limerick 5-6 Offaly 1-11

Group 3 (Holycross - 25th August 2007) Group 3 (Holycross - 25th August 2007) Galway 3-12 Tipperary 'B' 0-6; Galway 0-12 Waterford 1-9; Waterford 2-21 Galway 3-12 Tipperary 'B' 0-6; Galway 0-12 Waterford 1-9; Waterford 2-21 Tipperary 'B' 1-4 (Waterford won group on scoring aggregate) Tipperary 'B' 1-4 (Waterford won group on scoring aggregate)

Group 4 (Borrisoleigh - 25th August 2007) Group 4 (Borrisoleigh - 25th August 2007) Dublin 1-8 Clare 1-7; Wexford 1-8 Clare 1-7; Dublin 0-13 Wexford 2-5 Dublin 1-8 Clare 1-7; Wexford 1-8 Clare 1-7; Dublin 0-13 Wexford 2-5 (After extra time) (After extra time)

Semi Finals Semi Finals Tipperary 1-9 Limerick 0-11 (The Ragg – 25th August 2007) Tipperary 1-9 Limerick 0-11 (The Ragg – 25th August 2007) Dublin 3-8 Waterford 1-6 (Holycross- 25th August 2007) Dublin 3-8 Waterford 1-6 (Holycross- 25th August 2007)

Shield Semi Finals Shield Semi Finals Cork 2-23 Offaly 5-7 (Templemore – 25th August 2007) Cork 2-23 Offaly 5-7 (Templemore – 25th August 2007) Wexford 2-13 Galway 0-11 (Borrisoleigh – 25th August 2007) Wexford 2-13 Galway 0-11 (Borrisoleigh – 25th August 2007)

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Shield Final (Semple Stadium – 26th August 2007) Shield Final (Semple Stadium – 26th August 2007) Wexford 1-10 Cork 1-9 Wexford 1-10 Cork 1-9

Final (Semple Stadium – 26th August 2007) Final (Semple Stadium – 26th August 2007) Tipperary 1-21 Dublin 0-5 Tipperary 1-21 Dublin 0-5

Visit of St Patrick’s College Visit of St Patrick’s College During the year we facilitated the visiting Australian College, St Patricks with a During the year we facilitated the visiting Australian College, St Patricks with a Compromise Rules Challenge held at Nemo Rangers superb complex in Cork on Compromise Rules Challenge held at Nemo Rangers superb complex in Cork on April 4th. A special word of thanks to John Landers, Kevin O’Callaghan, Eoin April 4th. A special word of thanks to John Landers, Kevin O’Callaghan, Eoin Breathnach and James Murrihy for their efforts in assembling 20 players from all six Breathnach and James Murrihy for their efforts in assembling 20 players from all six counties for the game. Even though our squad had only two get togethers previously counties for the game. Even though our squad had only two get togethers previously they performed quite well and the game itself proved to be very attractive and they performed quite well and the game itself proved to be very attractive and entertaining and was played in the true spirit of sportsmanship. entertaining and was played in the true spirit of sportsmanship.

Poc Fada na Mumhan Poc Fada na Mumhan This years Poc Fada Competition was held in Thurles Racecourse on Saturday July This years Poc Fada Competition was held in Thurles Racecourse on Saturday July 7th. Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee took responsibility for 7th. Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee took responsibility for organising the Senior and Under16 Competitions. organising the Senior and Under16 Competitions. With each county having run their own internal competitions during the month of With each county having run their own internal competitions during the month of June the following participants represented their counties. June the following participants represented their counties.

County Senior Comp Under 16 Comp County Senior Comp Under 16 Comp

An Clar Brendan McNamara (Scarriff) Gary Guilfoyle (Feakle) An Clar Brendan McNamara (Scarriff) Gary Guilfoyle (Feakle) Corcaigh Kieran Walsh (Kilworth) Darren Wyse (Mayfield) Corcaigh Kieran Walsh (Kilworth) Darren Wyse (Mayfield)

Ciarrai Patrick Corridan (Ballyheigue) Joseph McGelligot(Kilmoyley) Ciarrai Patrick Corridan (Ballyheigue) Joseph McGelligot(Kilmoyley) Luimneach Albert Shanahan (South Liberties) Aaron Murphy (Hospital/Herb) Luimneach Albert Shanahan (South Liberties) Aaron Murphy (Hospital/Herb) Tiobraid Arann Michael Flannery (Newport) Dean O'Dwyer (Cappawhite) Tiobraid Arann Michael Flannery (Newport) Dean O'Dwyer (Cappawhite) Port Lairge Adrian Power (Ballyduff Uppr) John Dee (Portlaw) Port Lairge Adrian Power (Ballyduff Uppr) John Dee (Portlaw)

A special word of thanks to Pierce Moloney (owner of Thurles Racecourse) for the A special word of thanks to Pierce Moloney (owner of Thurles Racecourse) for the generous use of his facilities, Martin Donnelly our sponsor (his representative Christy generous use of his facilities, Martin Donnelly our sponsor (his representative Christy Ryan) and all of the County Coaching Officers for their cooperation in running their Ryan) and all of the County Coaching Officers for their cooperation in running their own county competitions on time. own county competitions on time. The results were as follows The results were as follows

Senior Senior (1) Brendan Mc Namara (An Clar) 20 shots (1) Brendan Mc Namara (An Clar) 20 shots (2) Albert Shanahan (Luimneach) 23 shots (2) Albert Shanahan (Luimneach) 23 shots (3) Kieran Walsh (Corcaigh) 23 shots (3) Kieran Walsh (Corcaigh) 23 shots (4) Michael Flannery (Tiobraid Arann) 23 shots (4) Michael Flannery (Tiobraid Arann) 23 shots (5) Adrian Power (Port Lairge) 23 shots (5) Adrian Power (Port Lairge) 23 shots (6) Patrick Corrdian (Ciarrai) 24 shots (6) Patrick Corrdian (Ciarrai) 24 shots

Brendan Mc Namara and Albert Shanahan both received trophies sponsored by Brendan Mc Namara and Albert Shanahan both received trophies sponsored by Martin Donnelly and a Munster tracksuit each. Both also represented Munster in the Martin Donnelly and a Munster tracksuit each. Both also represented Munster in the

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All Ireland Senior Competition in the Cooley Mountains on Saturday 4th August. All Ireland Senior Competition in the Cooley Mountains on Saturday 4th August. Brendan McNamara was presented with the ‘Tommy Quaid Cup’ by Jimmy Brendan McNamara was presented with the ‘Tommy Quaid Cup’ by Jimmy O’Gorman at half time during the Munster Minor Hurling Final. O’Gorman at half time during the Munster Minor Hurling Final.

Under 16 Under 16 (1) Aaron Murphy (Luimneach) 17 shots (1) Aaron Murphy (Luimneach) 17 shots (2) John Dee (Port Lairge) 19 shots (2) John Dee (Port Lairge) 19 shots (3) Gary Guilfoyle (An Clar) 19 shots (3) Gary Guilfoyle (An Clar) 19 shots (4) Dean O’Dwyer (Tiobraid Arann) 19 shots (4) Dean O’Dwyer (Tiobraid Arann) 19 shots (5) Joseph McElligott (Ciarrai) 20 shots (5) Joseph McElligott (Ciarrai) 20 shots (6) Darren Wyse (Corcaigh) 22 shots (6) Darren Wyse (Corcaigh) 22 shots

Aaron Murphy and John Dee both received trophies sponsored by Martin Donnelly. Aaron Murphy and John Dee both received trophies sponsored by Martin Donnelly. Congratulations also to Aaron who won the All Ireland Under16 Competition in the Congratulations also to Aaron who won the All Ireland Under16 Competition in the Cooley Mountains on Saturday 4th August. Cooley Mountains on Saturday 4th August.

Camogie Camogie (1) Patricia Jackman (Port Lairge) (1) Patricia Jackman (Port Lairge) (2) Cora Hennessy (Tiobraid Arann) (2) Cora Hennessy (Tiobraid Arann) (3) Denise Lynch (An Clar) (3) Denise Lynch (An Clar) (4) Denise Looby (Corcaigh) (4) Denise Looby (Corcaigh) (5) Orla Curtin (Limerick) (5) Orla Curtin (Limerick)

Munster Camogie Committee members organised and ran the Camogie Competition. Munster Camogie Committee members organised and ran the Camogie Competition. Patricia Jackman and Cora Hennessy both received trophies sponsored by Martin Patricia Jackman and Cora Hennessy both received trophies sponsored by Martin Donnelly. Patricia came second in the All Ireland Camogie Competition in the Cooley Donnelly. Patricia came second in the All Ireland Camogie Competition in the Cooley Mountains on Saturday August 4th. Mountains on Saturday August 4th.

VHI G.A.A Cul Camps VHI G.A.A Cul Camps The second year of National Summer Camps resulted in an increase in our numbers The second year of National Summer Camps resulted in an increase in our numbers and the provision of an even better service. A special word of thanks to our County and the provision of an even better service. A special word of thanks to our County Co-ordinators and the vast number of Club Co-ordinators who made the camps such a Co-ordinators and the vast number of Club Co-ordinators who made the camps such a success. There is no doubt that the benefits derived from the economies of scale have success. There is no doubt that the benefits derived from the economies of scale have greatly enhanced our Summer Camps. In addition to the local visits the Officers of greatly enhanced our Summer Camps. In addition to the local visits the Officers of Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee visited a number of camps in Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee visited a number of camps in each county and reported positively on their observations. The following are the each county and reported positively on their observations. The following are the attendance number for the Munster VHI Cul Camps in 2007. attendance number for the Munster VHI Cul Camps in 2007.

Munster VHI Cul Camps 2007 Munster VHI Cul Camps 2007

Contae Attendance Contae Attendance

An Clar 3,750 An Clar 3,750 Corcaigh 7,400 Corcaigh 7,400 Ciarrai 3,500 Ciarrai 3,500 Luimneach 2,754 Luimneach 2,754 Port Lairge 2,650 Port Lairge 2,650 Tiobraid Arann 3,300 Tiobraid Arann 3,300 23,354 23,354

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The success of the camps nationally resulted in a dividend of €89,500 accruing to the The success of the camps nationally resulted in a dividend of €89,500 accruing to the Provinve. This was distributed to the counties (only to be used on Coaching and Provinve. This was distributed to the counties (only to be used on Coaching and Games Development Projects) as follows Games Development Projects) as follows

ALLOCATION OF 2007 MUNSTER SUMMER CAMP DIVIDEND ALLOCATION OF 2007 MUNSTER SUMMER CAMP DIVIDEND

Clare Cork Kerry Limerick TipperaryWaterford Total Clare Cork Kerry Limerick TipperaryWaterford Total

Lump Sum €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €60,000 Lump Sum €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €10,000 €60,000

Per Capita €4,737 €9,347 €4,421 €3,479 €4,168 €3,347 €29,500 Per Capita €4,737 €9,347 €4,421 €3,479 €4,168 €3,347 €29,500

Total €14,737 €19,347 €14,421 €13,479 €14,168 €13,347 €89,500 Total €14,737 €19,347 €14,421 €13,479 €14,168 €13,347 €89,500

Pitch Sanding Pitch Sanding

The pitch sanding scheme which is administered by our committee is proving very The pitch sanding scheme which is administered by our committee is proving very worthwhile and not alone provides our clubs with better playing surfaces but also worthwhile and not alone provides our clubs with better playing surfaces but also assists our Post Primary Development Officers in completing their very busy schedule assists our Post Primary Development Officers in completing their very busy schedule of games. Each year two clubs are nominated from each county to take part in the of games. Each year two clubs are nominated from each county to take part in the scheme over a three year period. Therefore at any one time there are 36 clubs scheme over a three year period. Therefore at any one time there are 36 clubs benefitting from the grants. benefitting from the grants. I would ask Comhairle na Mumhan to give serious consideration to raising the grant I would ask Comhairle na Mumhan to give serious consideration to raising the grant this coming year as the cost of sand and transport has increased considerably over the this coming year as the cost of sand and transport has increased considerably over the past number of years while the grant has remained the same. past number of years while the grant has remained the same.

The following is a schedule of the grants paid to clubs in 2007 The following is a schedule of the grants paid to clubs in 2007

Club County Year Grant Club County Year Grant

Doora Barefield An Clar 2006 € 1,240.00 Doora Barefield An Clar 2006 € 1,240.00 Meelick An Clar 2005 € 1,240.00 Meelick An Clar 2005 € 1,240.00 Cooraclare An Clar 2006 € 1,240.00 Cooraclare An Clar 2006 € 1,240.00 Ennistymon An Clar 2005 € 1,240.00 Ennistymon An Clar 2005 € 1,240.00 O'Callaghans Mills An Clar 2007 €1,240.00 O'Callaghans Mills An Clar 2007 €1,240.00 Smith O'Briens An Clar 2007 € 1,240.00 Smith O'Briens An Clar 2007 € 1,240.00 Beaufort Ciarrai 2005 € 1,240.00 Beaufort Ciarrai 2005 € 1,240.00 Currow An Ciarrai 2006 € 1,240.00 Currow An Ciarrai 2006 € 1,240.00 Keel Ciarrai 2007 € 1,240.00 Keel Ciarrai 2007 € 1,240.00 Listry Ciarrai 2006 € 1,240.00 Listry Ciarrai 2006 € 1,240.00 Templenoe Ciarrai 2007 €955.89 Templenoe Ciarrai 2007 €955.89 Charleville Corcaigh 2005 € 1,178.88 Charleville Corcaigh 2005 € 1,178.88 Cobh Corcaigh 2006 € 1,240.00 Cobh Corcaigh 2006 € 1,240.00 Kildorrery Corcaigh 2005 € 1,240.00 Kildorrery Corcaigh 2005 € 1,240.00 Knocknagree Corcaigh 2006 € 1,240.00 Knocknagree Corcaigh 2006 € 1,240.00 Athea Luimneach 2006 € 1,240.00 Athea Luimneach 2006 € 1,240.00 Ballybricken Luimneach 2005 € 1,240.00 Ballybricken Luimneach 2005 € 1,240.00 Croagh/Kilfinny Luimneach 2007 € 1,240.00 Croagh/Kilfinny Luimneach 2007 € 1,240.00 Kilteely Luimneach 2007 € 1,240.00 Kilteely Luimneach 2007 € 1,240.00

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Templeglantine Luimneach 2006 € 1,240.00 Templeglantine Luimneach 2006 € 1,240.00 An tSean Phobail Port Lairge 2005 € 1,104.42 An tSean Phobail Port Lairge 2005 € 1,104.42 Clonea Port Lairge 2005 € 1,240.00 Clonea Port Lairge 2005 € 1,240.00 Colligan Port Lairge 2006 € 1,240.00 Colligan Port Lairge 2006 € 1,240.00 De La Salle Port Lairge 2007 €1,240.00 De La Salle Port Lairge 2007 €1,240.00 Kilmacthoma Port Lairge 2006 €904.16 Kilmacthoma Port Lairge 2006 €904.16 Lismore Port Lairge 2007 € 1,240.00 Lismore Port Lairge 2007 € 1,240.00 Burgess Tiobraid Arann 2007 € 1,240.00 Burgess Tiobraid Arann 2007 € 1,240.00 Kilsheelan Tiobraid Arann 2005 € 1,240.00 Kilsheelan Tiobraid Arann 2005 € 1,240.00 Moycarkey Borris Tiobraid Arann 2006 € 1,240.00 Moycarkey Borris Tiobraid Arann 2006 € 1,240.00 Moyne Templetuohy Tiobraid Arann 2007 €1,240.00 Moyne Templetuohy Tiobraid Arann 2007 €1,240.00 Newcastle Tiobraid Arann 2006 €1,240.00 Newcastle Tiobraid Arann 2006 €1,240.00 Silvermines Tiobraid Arann 2005 € 1,240.00 Silvermines Tiobraid Arann 2005 € 1,240.00

Coach Education: Coach Education: The members of our Coach Education Workgroup for 2007 were as follows: The members of our Coach Education Workgroup for 2007 were as follows: Joe Reddington (Luimneach), Alan Cunningham (An Clar), Donal Daly (Ciarrai), Joe Reddington (Luimneach), Alan Cunningham (An Clar), Donal Daly (Ciarrai), Brian Lotty (Corcaigh), Donal Mc Carthy (Tiobraid Arann), Pat Moore (Port Lairge), Brian Lotty (Corcaigh), Donal Mc Carthy (Tiobraid Arann), Pat Moore (Port Lairge), Together with our two Games Managers this group were responsible for: Together with our two Games Managers this group were responsible for: (a) Tutor Training: 19 new Foundation Tutors were recently trained bringing the (a) Tutor Training: 19 new Foundation Tutors were recently trained bringing the number of active tutors in Munster to over 80. This is in keeping with our aim number of active tutors in Munster to over 80. This is in keeping with our aim of having at least two Foundation Tutors in every division. of having at least two Foundation Tutors in every division. (b) New Syllabus: Our Master Tutors have contributed significantly to the (b) New Syllabus: Our Master Tutors have contributed significantly to the development of the new Coaching Course Syllabus which will be released development of the new Coaching Course Syllabus which will be released later this year. This welcome development will result in three strands of later this year. This welcome development will result in three strands of courses being made available i.e. Juvenile, Adolescent and Adult. The courses being made available i.e. Juvenile, Adolescent and Adult. The challenge for us in Munster will be to retrain all our tutors and deliver these challenge for us in Munster will be to retrain all our tutors and deliver these courses in every division. courses in every division. (c) Mary Immaculate College Course: The Games Managers yet again delivered a (c) Mary Immaculate College Course: The Games Managers yet again delivered a five week course to the third year students in Mary Immaculate College. Many five week course to the third year students in Mary Immaculate College. Many thanks to Noirin Lynch for her help and assistance and for maintaining a vital thanks to Noirin Lynch for her help and assistance and for maintaining a vital G.A.A presence in this very important College. G.A.A presence in this very important College. (d) Garda College Courses: In 2007 340 trainee Gardai participated in our special (d) Garda College Courses: In 2007 340 trainee Gardai participated in our special course run in conjunction with the Garda Training College in Templemore. course run in conjunction with the Garda Training College in Templemore. (e) Provincial Primary Teachers Course: Forty two teachers attended our Annual (e) Provincial Primary Teachers Course: Forty two teachers attended our Annual Primary Teachers Course which was held in Mary Immaculate College this Primary Teachers Course which was held in Mary Immaculate College this year in late August year in late August (f) Fun Do Resourse: We are currently in the process of delivering this new (f) Fun Do Resourse: We are currently in the process of delivering this new resource to every club and school in Munster. Every school will receive a pack resource to every club and school in Munster. Every school will receive a pack free of charge while every club which signs up to the three training days will free of charge while every club which signs up to the three training days will also receive one free of charge. also receive one free of charge. Each county also receives €5,000 from Croke Park towards their individual CARE Each county also receives €5,000 from Croke Park towards their individual CARE programmes. programmes.

Coaching Acadamies Coaching Acadamies The area of elite performance is crucial to the development of our game. Players with The area of elite performance is crucial to the development of our game. Players with potential need to be identified and brought together for special training. After all potential need to be identified and brought together for special training. After all theses are our future inter county adult players. However we are also conscious of not theses are our future inter county adult players. However we are also conscious of not being over selective at too young an age and of the need to keep all panels open being over selective at too young an age and of the need to keep all panels open ended. In Munster we encourage every Division to produce Schools of Excellence ended. In Munster we encourage every Division to produce Schools of Excellence

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Squads (Under 14 and 15) in both hurling and football. In 2007 there were 23 Football Squads (Under 14 and 15) in both hurling and football. In 2007 there were 23 Football and 21 Hurling Squads in Munster. A programme of cluster blitzes is put in place by and 21 Hurling Squads in Munster. A programme of cluster blitzes is put in place by the Games Managers with the aim of providing at least one cluster blitz and three the Games Managers with the aim of providing at least one cluster blitz and three challenge games per squad. challenge games per squad. At Development Squad Level (Under 16 and 17) each county produces two squads. At Development Squad Level (Under 16 and 17) each county produces two squads. In Munster we try to adhere to the National Directive of eight training sessions and In Munster we try to adhere to the National Directive of eight training sessions and three games for each squad. three games for each squad. Each county receives €10,000 for Schools of Excellence Squads and €10,000 for Each county receives €10,000 for Schools of Excellence Squads and €10,000 for Development Squads from Croke Park annually. Development Squads from Croke Park annually. There is no doubt that County Coaching and Games Development Committees are There is no doubt that County Coaching and Games Development Committees are spending considerably more than this on their squads. While it is important to exercise spending considerably more than this on their squads. While it is important to exercise control on spending in this area I do feel that it merits an increase in the National control on spending in this area I do feel that it merits an increase in the National Contribution. Contribution. Primary Go Game Primary Go Game In line with National Policy Munster Coaching and Games Development initiated the In line with National Policy Munster Coaching and Games Development initiated the change in format of the Primary Game to embrace the ‘Go Games Concept’. This has change in format of the Primary Game to embrace the ‘Go Games Concept’. This has proven very successful with close on 400 Primary School children playing in proven very successful with close on 400 Primary School children playing in exhibition games at half time in all our Senior Championship Games. A special word exhibition games at half time in all our Senior Championship Games. A special word of thanks to Tim O’Byrne, Brother Dormer, Joe Lyons and the committee of Munster of thanks to Tim O’Byrne, Brother Dormer, Joe Lyons and the committee of Munster Cumann na mBunscol for their help and assistance and for making the transition so Cumann na mBunscol for their help and assistance and for making the transition so smooth. Thanks also to Munster Council Runai, Siomon O Maolrunai for all his help smooth. Thanks also to Munster Council Runai, Siomon O Maolrunai for all his help and assistance and in particular for providing the participants with the best of and assistance and in particular for providing the participants with the best of accommodation at all the matches. accommodation at all the matches. However it is disappointing to note the refusal of Cork Sciath na Scol to participate However it is disappointing to note the refusal of Cork Sciath na Scol to participate under the new rules. While Cork Coaching and Games Development Committee under the new rules. While Cork Coaching and Games Development Committee helped last year by looking after the Cork teams this will not be the case in 2008. I helped last year by looking after the Cork teams this will not be the case in 2008. I would make a special plea to the Cork teachers to come on board and ensure that the would make a special plea to the Cork teachers to come on board and ensure that the children of Cork do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity. I would also like to children of Cork do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity. I would also like to acknowledge the help and assistance which the organisers received from Mr. Sean acknowledge the help and assistance which the organisers received from Mr. Sean Tobin of Goalpost Ireland in ensuring that goalposts were always in place for every Tobin of Goalpost Ireland in ensuring that goalposts were always in place for every game. game. Games Audit Games Audit While considerable energy and resources have in recent years been devoted to While considerable energy and resources have in recent years been devoted to Coaching it is time now to consider the whole area of ‘Games Development’. During Coaching it is time now to consider the whole area of ‘Games Development’. During the past year Cathaoirleach Sean Walsh kept the area of ‘Games’ very much to the the past year Cathaoirleach Sean Walsh kept the area of ‘Games’ very much to the forefront of all our meetings. A ‘Games Audit’ at both underage and Adult Level was forefront of all our meetings. A ‘Games Audit’ at both underage and Adult Level was conducted and it is quite obvious that in most counties the ordinary club player does conducted and it is quite obvious that in most counties the ordinary club player does not receive enough regular games. This seems particularly true from 15 years of age not receive enough regular games. This seems particularly true from 15 years of age upwards. All of the statistics and trends show that as an organisation we are upwards. All of the statistics and trends show that as an organisation we are unequalled in our provision for the age groups from six up to Under 14. However unequalled in our provision for the age groups from six up to Under 14. However after this age group the graphs take a very sudden downward spiral. There is no point after this age group the graphs take a very sudden downward spiral. There is no point in spending millions on coaching children how to play our games if at the end of the in spending millions on coaching children how to play our games if at the end of the day they are not provided with proper programmes of games. There is no doubt also day they are not provided with proper programmes of games. There is no doubt also that our current club and county structures are not geared to cater for the ever that our current club and county structures are not geared to cater for the ever increasing urbanisation and that we are losing too many young people to other codes increasing urbanisation and that we are losing too many young people to other codes who can adapt easier. Over the coming years I think it is vital that we concentrate who can adapt easier. Over the coming years I think it is vital that we concentrate more on the ‘Games Development’ side of affairs and thus ensure that all people who more on the ‘Games Development’ side of affairs and thus ensure that all people who wish to play our games are afforded an opportunity to do so. wish to play our games are afforded an opportunity to do so.

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General Games Development Projects General Games Development Projects Comhairle na Mumhan provides a budget of €180,000 (including €63,500 from Croke Comhairle na Mumhan provides a budget of €180,000 (including €63,500 from Croke Park) for Coaching and Games Development Projects. This enables us to contribute Park) for Coaching and Games Development Projects. This enables us to contribute towards the many initiatives being run in the six counties. Projects must be submitted towards the many initiatives being run in the six counties. Projects must be submitted to the committee for approval before the end of February. Our two Games Managers to the committee for approval before the end of February. Our two Games Managers are responsible for monitoring these projects on an ongoing basis and also for signing are responsible for monitoring these projects on an ongoing basis and also for signing off on them when completed At the end of the year each county received €27,500 off on them when completed At the end of the year each county received €27,500 towards the costs of these projects. The balance was used to fund Provincial Projects towards the costs of these projects. The balance was used to fund Provincial Projects i.e the Primary Teachers Course and Coach Education. While the type of projects i.e the Primary Teachers Course and Coach Education. While the type of projects funded varies from county to county the committee ensures that all such projects are funded varies from county to county the committee ensures that all such projects are geared towards delivering the key objectives of the G.A.A’s Grassroots to National geared towards delivering the key objectives of the G.A.A’s Grassroots to National Programme. Programme.

Hurling Development Funding Hurling Development Funding Over the past two years considerable funding has been available nationally for the Over the past two years considerable funding has been available nationally for the promotion of the game of hurling. In 2007 Munster Coaching and Games promotion of the game of hurling. In 2007 Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee received (€672,216). Development Committee received (€672,216). In addition to the various initiatives run within the six counties (€327,725) we In addition to the various initiatives run within the six counties (€327,725) we successfully organised the following projects at Provincial Level (€344,491). successfully organised the following projects at Provincial Level (€344,491). (a) Two Hurling Development Administrators in Limerick City and South Kerry (a) Two Hurling Development Administrators in Limerick City and South Kerry (b) Weak Club Initiative (b) Weak Club Initiative (c) Third Level Initiative (c) Third Level Initiative (d) Primary Go Game at Half Time in all Championship Games (d) Primary Go Game at Half Time in all Championship Games (e) Residential Og Iomaint for Under 14 Second Strings (e) Residential Og Iomaint for Under 14 Second Strings (f) Provincial Go Games in all Urban Areas in the province (f) Provincial Go Games in all Urban Areas in the province (g) Post Primary Schools Wall Ball (g) Post Primary Schools Wall Ball While we are fully confident that all of the monies received by the counties were duly While we are fully confident that all of the monies received by the counties were duly spent we must question the value for money and return on some of the projects. It is spent we must question the value for money and return on some of the projects. It is vital that we gain the maximum benefit from this serious financial investment in the vital that we gain the maximum benefit from this serious financial investment in the game of hurling. A welcome development in 2008 will be the fact that only projects game of hurling. A welcome development in 2008 will be the fact that only projects fulfilling the key objectives of the GNP will be considered for funding. fulfilling the key objectives of the GNP will be considered for funding.

Full Time Personnel Full Time Personnel

Games Development Administrators Games Development Administrators The creation of the position of Games Development Administrator in every county The creation of the position of Games Development Administrator in every county was one of the most important decisions made by the Association in recent times. Not was one of the most important decisions made by the Association in recent times. Not alone does this position fill the missing link in our chain of full time personnel but it alone does this position fill the missing link in our chain of full time personnel but it also provides the over burdended Coaching Officer with a full time assistant and also provides the over burdended Coaching Officer with a full time assistant and administrator. Each county receives €30,000 from Croke Park towards these administrator. Each county receives €30,000 from Croke Park towards these positions. In Munster we are fortunate to have six very able and committed Games positions. In Munster we are fortunate to have six very able and committed Games Development Administrators who contribute enormously to the whole process. Development Administrators who contribute enormously to the whole process.

Games Promotion Officers Games Promotion Officers Comhairle na Mumhan provides 50% funding for two GPO’s in each county. Some Comhairle na Mumhan provides 50% funding for two GPO’s in each county. Some counties employ additional GPO’s from their own resources. In total we have 17 counties employ additional GPO’s from their own resources. In total we have 17 GPOs employed throughout Munster. It is our eventual aim to have a GPO in every GPOs employed throughout Munster. It is our eventual aim to have a GPO in every division in the Province. This is now almost the case in all counties except Cork. division in the Province. This is now almost the case in all counties except Cork. While questions are often asked about value for money and the productivity of our While questions are often asked about value for money and the productivity of our

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GPO’s we in Munster Coaching and Games Development have no doubt that the vast GPO’s we in Munster Coaching and Games Development have no doubt that the vast majority of our GPOs’ work extremely hard and without them we would find it majority of our GPOs’ work extremely hard and without them we would find it impossible to deliver our very comprehensive programme of work. Certainly there is impossible to deliver our very comprehensive programme of work. Certainly there is a small number who for various reasons are not pulling their weight and we are a small number who for various reasons are not pulling their weight and we are constantly asking the counties to deal with this issue. However what is more constantly asking the counties to deal with this issue. However what is more concerning is the fact that we are slowly losing some of our better GPO’s (sometimes concerning is the fact that we are slowly losing some of our better GPO’s (sometimes to other codes) because of the very poor rates of pay. The National Committee are to other codes) because of the very poor rates of pay. The National Committee are currently reviewing the situation and hopefully they will rectify this problem. currently reviewing the situation and hopefully they will rectify this problem.

Third Level Development Officers: Third Level Development Officers: We currently fund full time Development Officers in our six main Third Level We currently fund full time Development Officers in our six main Third Level College. There is no doubt that these positions are crucial to the promotion of our College. There is no doubt that these positions are crucial to the promotion of our games in these vital institutions. These people become available to their respective games in these vital institutions. These people become available to their respective county boards during the Summer Months. In most cases they are used to spearhead county boards during the Summer Months. In most cases they are used to spearhead Coaching Initiatives from their base within the College. We feel that this is far more Coaching Initiatives from their base within the College. We feel that this is far more beneficial and productive than spending their time coaching on Summer Camps. beneficial and productive than spending their time coaching on Summer Camps.

Post Primary Schools Development Officers: Post Primary Schools Development Officers: The work of our six Post Primary Schools Development Officers is crucial to the The work of our six Post Primary Schools Development Officers is crucial to the smooth running of our college competitions. In excess of 1500 games were played smooth running of our college competitions. In excess of 1500 games were played under their direction in 2007. Apart from obtaining suitable venues and appointing under their direction in 2007. Apart from obtaining suitable venues and appointing referees the Development Officers also take responsibility for publicity and taking referees the Development Officers also take responsibility for publicity and taking gates. In addition to his role in Tipperrary, Tom Collum also looks after all fixtures gates. In addition to his role in Tipperrary, Tom Collum also looks after all fixtures for the Munster Colleges Committee. We are indebted to Tom and his colleagues for for the Munster Colleges Committee. We are indebted to Tom and his colleagues for the tremendous work they are doing for our games in this crucial sector. the tremendous work they are doing for our games in this crucial sector.

Handball Handball Thanks to the efforts of Willie Roche who is the handball representative on our Thanks to the efforts of Willie Roche who is the handball representative on our committee Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee has a very good committee Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee has a very good working relationship with the Handball Committee. Our master tutors provided working relationship with the Handball Committee. Our master tutors provided training for eight handball tutors earlier in the year. We have also provided funding training for eight handball tutors earlier in the year. We have also provided funding for their special coaching programme for elite players which is was delivered at for their special coaching programme for elite players which is was delivered at various venues. various venues. There is no doubt that the best way forward for Handball in the Province is to work There is no doubt that the best way forward for Handball in the Province is to work closely with our committee. closely with our committee.

Referees Committee Referees Committee One of the briefs of Coaching and Games Development is the promotion of young One of the briefs of Coaching and Games Development is the promotion of young referees. This has been actively encouraged throughout the past year with the referees. This has been actively encouraged throughout the past year with the Referees Committee nominating referees for all the major underage inter-county Referees Committee nominating referees for all the major underage inter-county tournaments in the province. tournaments in the province. All of the county committees have also organised ‘Young’Whistlers’ courses within All of the county committees have also organised ‘Young’Whistlers’ courses within their respective counties. These courses have proven to be very successful and their respective counties. These courses have proven to be very successful and beneficial. We are particular grateful to Kevin Walsh and his Provincial Referees beneficial. We are particular grateful to Kevin Walsh and his Provincial Referees Committee for all their help and assistance over the past year Committee for all their help and assistance over the past year

Coaching Officers Coaching Officers With the enormous growth and development of the whole area of Coaching the With the enormous growth and development of the whole area of Coaching the workload and position of County Coaching Officer has become very demanding and workload and position of County Coaching Officer has become very demanding and time consuming. In addition to attending our Provincial Committee Meetings the time consuming. In addition to attending our Provincial Committee Meetings the

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Coaching Officer is the Chairperson and main driving force of Coaching and Games Coaching Officer is the Chairperson and main driving force of Coaching and Games Development within his/her respective county. While the appointment of full time Development within his/her respective county. While the appointment of full time GDA’s has helped to streamline the system and provided badly needed full time GDA’s has helped to streamline the system and provided badly needed full time assistance for our Coaching Officer it is nevertheless important to point out the assistance for our Coaching Officer it is nevertheless important to point out the importance of maintaining the voluntary effort. importance of maintaining the voluntary effort. This year sees the departure of three of our most committed and hardworking officers This year sees the departure of three of our most committed and hardworking officers in Bernie Reen (Ciarrai), Denis Floyd (Tiobraid Arann) and Pat Moore (Port Lairge). in Bernie Reen (Ciarrai), Denis Floyd (Tiobraid Arann) and Pat Moore (Port Lairge). I would like to thank them for their efforts over the past number of years and hope I would like to thank them for their efforts over the past number of years and hope that they will continue to serve our Association in some other capacity. that they will continue to serve our Association in some other capacity. Noirin Lynch Noirin Lynch 2007 also saw the retirement of Noirin Lynch from her position in Mary Immaculate 2007 also saw the retirement of Noirin Lynch from her position in Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. Down through the years Noirin has been a great friend of Munster College, Limerick. Down through the years Noirin has been a great friend of Munster Coaching and Games Development and has always made both her own professional Coaching and Games Development and has always made both her own professional services and the College Facilities available to us. It was only fitting that her services and the College Facilities available to us. It was only fitting that her contribute on was recognised at the recent Munster Awards Cermony. Now that she contribute on was recognised at the recent Munster Awards Cermony. Now that she has more time on her hands we hope to be able to call on her services even more has more time on her hands we hope to be able to call on her services even more often. often. Buiochas Buiochas Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochas a ghabhail do ghach einne a thug cabhair dom I Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochas a ghabhail do ghach einne a thug cabhair dom I mbliana. Thanks to my fellow officers Sean Walsh, John Landers and Games mbliana. Thanks to my fellow officers Sean Walsh, John Landers and Games Manager Pat O’Shea for all their efforts in 2008. A special thanks also to Runai, Manager Pat O’Shea for all their efforts in 2008. A special thanks also to Runai, Siomon O Maolrunai for all his help, assistance and professional advice. His Siomon O Maolrunai for all his help, assistance and professional advice. His departure form the position is a disappointment to all of us in Coaching and Games departure form the position is a disappointment to all of us in Coaching and Games Development and we wish him all the best in the future. Development and we wish him all the best in the future.

Is Mise, Is Mise,

Seosamh Mac Artain Seosamh Mac Artain Runai Runai

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Coiste Liathróid Láimhe na Mumhan Coiste Liathróid Láimhe na Mumhan Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

A Chairde, A Chairde,

In my fifteenth report to Munster Convention I again report on a successful year for In my fifteenth report to Munster Convention I again report on a successful year for Munster Handball in 2007.Our players were again very involved in all the major Munster Handball in 2007.Our players were again very involved in all the major happenings in both Men and Ladies handball at national level. In Senior All-Ireland happenings in both Men and Ladies handball at national level. In Senior All-Ireland championship it fell to the ladies to keep the flag flying with Ashley Prendeville championship it fell to the ladies to keep the flag flying with Ashley Prendeville bringing the 60/30 Senior Singles title to Kerry and partnering Maria Daly to also win bringing the 60/30 Senior Singles title to Kerry and partnering Maria Daly to also win the doubles. Many other Munster players figured in the National winners list. the doubles. Many other Munster players figured in the National winners list.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATION COUNTY ADMINISTRATION Our county administration worked well during the year, we are very conscious of the Our county administration worked well during the year, we are very conscious of the fact that we are tight fact that we are tight on the ground and the need for more people to augment our administration structure is on the ground and the need for more people to augment our administration structure is evident,there are any more things we could do if we had the personnel, but is not easy to evident,there are any more things we could do if we had the personnel, but is not easy to get people nowadays who will to commit to taking on tasks which are time consuming. get people nowadays who will to commit to taking on tasks which are time consuming. The Comhairle Administration was helpful and brought in some new people,there was The Comhairle Administration was helpful and brought in some new people,there was also a good response from club officers and those involved at juvenile level. The Code also a good response from club officers and those involved at juvenile level. The Code of Ethics Course was very well attended at all Munster venues and greater emphasis on of Ethics Course was very well attended at all Munster venues and greater emphasis on coaching courses and doing things properly is beginning to have a positive effect. coaching courses and doing things properly is beginning to have a positive effect.

ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONSHIP ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONSHIP Munster players won a total of forty nine All-Ireland titles, broken down between thirty Munster players won a total of forty nine All-Ireland titles, broken down between thirty one adult titles and Eighteen juvenile titles. All six counties figured in the honours list. one adult titles and Eighteen juvenile titles. All six counties figured in the honours list. Clare headed the roll with fourteen titles, eight Adult and six juvenile. Kerry were in Clare headed the roll with fourteen titles, eight Adult and six juvenile. Kerry were in second spot with a total of twelve titles, eight adult and four juvenile, all eight adult second spot with a total of twelve titles, eight adult and four juvenile, all eight adult titles were won by their ladies which was a magnificient tally. Tipperary were next with titles were won by their ladies which was a magnificient tally. Tipperary were next with eight titles , Cork and Limerick finished all square with seven each and Waterford took eight titles , Cork and Limerick finished all square with seven each and Waterford took one. The Waterford win was very significant in that it was a first ever 60/30 Junior one. The Waterford win was very significant in that it was a first ever 60/30 Junior Doubles win for the county and was won by two players David Walsh/Philip Butler Doubles win for the county and was won by two players David Walsh/Philip Butler who have been part of the great underage success enjoyed by Waterford in recent years. who have been part of the great underage success enjoyed by Waterford in recent years. The fact that our underage players won a total of eighteen titles is a very significant The fact that our underage players won a total of eighteen titles is a very significant achievement and is a positive sign for the future. achievement and is a positive sign for the future.

PROVINCIAL /ALL-IRELAND INTER CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP PROVINCIAL /ALL-IRELAND INTER CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Just one Inter Club title came to Munster with Cork club Liscarroll winning the 60/30 Just one Inter Club title came to Munster with Cork club Liscarroll winning the 60/30 Junior B title, it was a first ever inter club title for Liscarroll,and a first ever 60/30 inter Junior B title, it was a first ever inter club title for Liscarroll,and a first ever 60/30 inter club title for Cork. To complete the 60/30 line up, Ballina, Tipperary lost the Open club title for Cork. To complete the 60/30 line up, Ballina, Tipperary lost the Open Final to Ballaghaderreen,Broadford,Limerick were beaten by Carrickmore, Tyrone in Final to Ballaghaderreen,Broadford,Limerick were beaten by Carrickmore, Tyrone in the Junior sem-final. In 40/20 Cashel won the Munster Open title but subsequently lost the Junior sem-final. In 40/20 Cashel won the Munster Open title but subsequently lost the semi-final to Belfast club Gort Na Mona, Ballydesmond, won the provincial Junior the semi-final to Belfast club Gort Na Mona, Ballydesmond, won the provincial Junior title but lost the semi-final to Brackey,Tyrone, Fermoy won Munster Junior.B but again title but lost the semi-final to Brackey,Tyrone, Fermoy won Munster Junior.B but again went down to an Ulster club, losing their semi-final to Cavan Gaels. went down to an Ulster club, losing their semi-final to Cavan Gaels.

IRISH NATIONALS & AWARDS IRISH NATIONALS & AWARDS

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The FBD sponsored Irish Nationals were played at Kilkenny and adjoining venues The FBD sponsored Irish Nationals were played at Kilkenny and adjoining venues over St Patricks weekend, most of the bg finals went ahead in O Loughlins. They over St Patricks weekend, most of the bg finals went ahead in O Loughlins. They produced games l well worth seeing. There was some improvement in the level of produced games l well worth seeing. There was some improvement in the level of success enjoyed by Munster players. Tony Healy took the main prize the Mens Open success enjoyed by Munster players. Tony Healy took the main prize the Mens Open Singles. Donnacha O Dea,Cork took the spoils in Mens C. Diarmuid Nash, Clare won Singles. Donnacha O Dea,Cork took the spoils in Mens C. Diarmuid Nash, Clare won Boys 17 and Under . John Hedigan, Cork took the Masters B title. Ashley Boys 17 and Under . John Hedigan, Cork took the Masters B title. Ashley Prendiville,Kerry took the Girls 19 and Under and Aisling O Keeffe, Cork won Girls 13 Prendiville,Kerry took the Girls 19 and Under and Aisling O Keeffe, Cork won Girls 13 and Under. We also fared reasonably well in the FBD Awards for 2006 taking three and Under. We also fared reasonably well in the FBD Awards for 2006 taking three awards, Diarmuid Nash, Clare won the Young Player Award, Tim Healy,Cork got the awards, Diarmuid Nash, Clare won the Young Player Award, Tim Healy,Cork got the Special Achievement Award with Ballydesmond taking Club Of the Year, a reward Special Achievement Award with Ballydesmond taking Club Of the Year, a reward richly deserved for the hard work being done by this progressive club. richly deserved for the hard work being done by this progressive club.

MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP ADULT & JUVENILE 40/20 & 60/30 MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP ADULT & JUVENILE 40/20 & 60/30 Both the 40/20 and 60/30 provincial championships proved successful both adult and Both the 40/20 and 60/30 provincial championships proved successful both adult and juvenile. The standard Was good which was borne out by our level of success in the juvenile. The standard Was good which was borne out by our level of success in the All-Ireland series The championship in both courts ran smoothly , good games and All-Ireland series The championship in both courts ran smoothly , good games and excellent sportsmanship was the hallmark of the championship. 40/20 provincial excellent sportsmanship was the hallmark of the championship. 40/20 provincial championship was played from Mid January to Mid March and 60/30 from Mid August championship was played from Mid January to Mid March and 60/30 from Mid August to end of September. Juvenile team championships were also well supported, with all to end of September. Juvenile team championships were also well supported, with all counties competing these are important for the Juvenile players in the province. counties competing these are important for the Juvenile players in the province.

COACHING & DEVELOPMENT COACHING & DEVELOPMENT Further significant progress was made in coaching and development in 2007. With the Further significant progress was made in coaching and development in 2007. With the syllabus for the Level 1 course in place we had a very well attended Level 1 course in syllabus for the Level 1 course in place we had a very well attended Level 1 course in Fermoy,we conducted the course over a three day period in November, with an Fermoy,we conducted the course over a three day period in November, with an attendance of eighteen representing all six counties, it was a positive start and the feed attendance of eighteen representing all six counties, it was a positive start and the feed back from the course was excellent. We are also involved with the Munster GAA back from the course was excellent. We are also involved with the Munster GAA Council Munster Games & Development Tutor course currently being run at the Council Munster Games & Development Tutor course currently being run at the Mallow GAA complex where we are training more tutors. The Under age development Mallow GAA complex where we are training more tutors. The Under age development squad sessions are also continuing,we had two before Christmas in Cappagh and squad sessions are also continuing,we had two before Christmas in Cappagh and Ballymacelligott and have two more earmarked for February in Mallow and in St Ballymacelligott and have two more earmarked for February in Mallow and in St Augustines. The improvement we have made in our coaching structure in the past few Augustines. The improvement we have made in our coaching structure in the past few years with the help of Munster GAA Council is beginning to bear fruit. years with the help of Munster GAA Council is beginning to bear fruit.

JUVENILE PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENTS JUVENILE PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENTS Weekend Juvenile Tournaments are very important to our up and coming young Weekend Juvenile Tournaments are very important to our up and coming young players in that they get them competitive games,I know there is a share of work players in that they get them competitive games,I know there is a share of work involved in organising them but we could do a lot more. In Munster this year Liscarroll involved in organising them but we could do a lot more. In Munster this year Liscarroll again hosted both the Under 13 and Under 15 Singles. There was gain a huge entry and again hosted both the Under 13 and Under 15 Singles. There was gain a huge entry and some great games, it give our young players a healthy outlet over the Christmas and some great games, it give our young players a healthy outlet over the Christmas and New year period and helps them get back in shape fore the upcoming championship New year period and helps them get back in shape fore the upcoming championship programme. programme.

PRIMARY SCHOOL INTER COUNTY TEAM COMPETITION PRIMARY SCHOOL INTER COUNTY TEAM COMPETITION The Council also organised an Inter County Team of 8 Competition at A & B level for The Council also organised an Inter County Team of 8 Competition at A & B level for Boys and Girls still attending Primary School, Each team consisted of four Under 11 Boys and Girls still attending Primary School, Each team consisted of four Under 11 and four Under 13 players,both ompetitions were played on the same day in Tulla and and four Under 13 players,both ompetitions were played on the same day in Tulla and Clooney and proved very popular and successful. Clooney and proved very popular and successful.

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FEILE NA nGAEL FEILE NA nGAEL FEILE NA nGael was played at Carlow/Kilkenny/Laois venues and proved hugely FEILE NA nGael was played at Carlow/Kilkenny/Laois venues and proved hugely successful. There was again success for Munster clubs, Ballydesmond won Girls 40/20 successful. There was again success for Munster clubs, Ballydesmond won Girls 40/20 Division.1. Friary/Ballinacourty/Abbeyside, Dungarvan won Boys Division.2. Division.1. Friary/Ballinacourty/Abbeyside, Dungarvan won Boys Division.2. Tuamgraney were beaten in the Boys 60/30 Division.1. Final,Mallow were beaten in the Tuamgraney were beaten in the Boys 60/30 Division.1. Final,Mallow were beaten in the Final of Boys 40/20 Division.1. Clooney Quin were beaten in Girls 40/20 Division.2. Final of Boys 40/20 Division.1. Clooney Quin were beaten in Girls 40/20 Division.2. Final. It was positive to see our clubs figuring in the concluding stages of their Division. Final. It was positive to see our clubs figuring in the concluding stages of their Division.

PLAYING FACILITIES PLAYING FACILITIES To maintain our courts to the highest possible standard is crucial. We need good To maintain our courts to the highest possible standard is crucial. We need good modern facilities which comply with modern day standards. Well ventilated, heated modern facilities which comply with modern day standards. Well ventilated, heated courts which allow our players play in top lass facilities and comfortable seating which courts which allow our players play in top lass facilities and comfortable seating which allow spectators to watch the game in comfort are a must. There is grant aid available allow spectators to watch the game in comfort are a must. There is grant aid available from the National Lottery and from Munster GAA Council for both the construction of from the National Lottery and from Munster GAA Council for both the construction of new courts and renovation of existing courts. It is important that our clubs use these new courts and renovation of existing courts. It is important that our clubs use these avenues to help keep our facilities up to date. Our thanks again to Munster GAA avenues to help keep our facilities up to date. Our thanks again to Munster GAA Council for the grant aid received over the years. Council for the grant aid received over the years.

FINANCE FINANCE As you will observe from the Treasurers Report we continue to keep our head above As you will observe from the Treasurers Report we continue to keep our head above waters, due mainly to our main benefactor, Munster GAA Council. Without their help waters, due mainly to our main benefactor, Munster GAA Council. Without their help and assistance we could not survive. In addition to the grant aid we receive, the Council and assistance we could not survive. In addition to the grant aid we receive, the Council also purchase the medals for our adult championship in both 40/20 and 60/30. Our also purchase the medals for our adult championship in both 40/20 and 60/30. Our County Board find it difficult to raise sufficient money to run their own county which County Board find it difficult to raise sufficient money to run their own county which limits the income avenues open to the council. Munster GAA Council has been a huge limits the income avenues open to the council. Munster GAA Council has been a huge benefactor to handball and we must again express our thanks for that. benefactor to handball and we must again express our thanks for that.

MUNSTER GAA AWARDS MUNSTER GAA AWARDS Handball is honoured to be part of the Munster GAA Council Sports Star Annual Handball is honoured to be part of the Munster GAA Council Sports Star Annual Awards and this year Seamus O Carroll, Cappagh, Limerick received the award in Awards and this year Seamus O Carroll, Cappagh, Limerick received the award in recognition of his outstanding achievement in winning five All-Ireland Minor titles in recognition of his outstanding achievement in winning five All-Ireland Minor titles in 2007, one 40/20, two in 60/30 and two hardball and also figuring prominently in college 2007, one 40/20, two in 60/30 and two hardball and also figuring prominently in college championship and provincial open during the year. championship and provincial open during the year.

CONCLUSION CONCLUSION A special thank you to the officers of Cumann Luthcleas Gael, Comhairle Na Mumhan A special thank you to the officers of Cumann Luthcleas Gael, Comhairle Na Mumhan for their very generous support for handball. I extend out thanks to Runai, Siomon O for their very generous support for handball. I extend out thanks to Runai, Siomon O Maolrunai for the co-operation afforded to the Munster Handball Officers throughout Maolrunai for the co-operation afforded to the Munster Handball Officers throughout the year. I would also like to thank the Cathaoirleach, Seamus O Gormain, the Leas the year. I would also like to thank the Cathaoirleach, Seamus O Gormain, the Leas Cathaoirleach, Sean Breathnach and the Cisteoir, Gearoid O hICI for your support for Cathaoirleach, Sean Breathnach and the Cisteoir, Gearoid O hICI for your support for handball in 2007. I also thank the Uachtaran Comhairle Liathroid Laimhe Na hEireann, handball in 2007. I also thank the Uachtaran Comhairle Liathroid Laimhe Na hEireann, Tomas Breathnach, Riarthoir, Lorcan O Ruairc and our New Promotions Officer Niamh Tomas Breathnach, Riarthoir, Lorcan O Ruairc and our New Promotions Officer Niamh Egan for their help. Egan for their help.

I wish all counties success in 2008 and hope that your continued work for handball will I wish all counties success in 2008 and hope that your continued work for handball will continue to bear fruit. continue to bear fruit.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT

OPENING BALANCE BROUGHT FORWARD 3346.40 OPENING BALANCE BROUGHT FORWARD 3346.40

INCOME 2007 11708.00 INCOME 2007 11708.00

LESS EXPENDITURE 2007 11904.35 LESS EXPENDITURE 2007 11904.35 ______

CLOSING BALANCE 3150.05 CLOSING BALANCE 3150.05

PEADAR O DUINNEACHA PEADAR O DUINNEACHA ______RUNAI/CISTEOIR RUNAI/CISTEOIR

Council PRO, Mr Willie O’Connor Council PRO, Mr Willie O’Connor

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Fo-Choiste Caidreamh Poibli & Margaiochta Fo-Choiste Caidreamh Poibli & Margaiochta Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

Baill: Cathaoirleach : Liam Ó Conchúir, Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí Baill: Cathaoirleach : Liam Ó Conchúir, Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí Runai: Roibeard Ó Riain, Corcaigh Runai: Roibeard Ó Riain, Corcaigh Baill: Éamonn Ó Donnaile, Tiobraid Árann, Donncha Ó Cearúil, Baill: Éamonn Ó Donnaile, Tiobraid Árann, Donncha Ó Cearúil, Luimneach, Seosamh Ó Cléirigh, Port Láirge ; Deasún Mac ConCró , Luimneach, Seosamh Ó Cléirigh, Port Láirge ; Deasún Mac ConCró , An Clár, Aodán Ó Riain, Luimneach, Máirín Ní Shé, Ciarrai, An Clár, Aodán Ó Riain, Luimneach, Máirín Ní Shé, Ciarrai, An tAthair Séamus Gáirnéir. An tAthair Séamus Gáirnéir.

Fo Choiste IT: Éamonn Ó Donnaile, Tiobraid Árann, Aodán Ó Riain, Luimneach, Fo Choiste IT: Éamonn Ó Donnaile, Tiobraid Árann, Aodán Ó Riain, Luimneach, Máirín Ní Shé, Ciarrai Máirín Ní Shé, Ciarrai

2 Meetings: Four meetings were held in the past year - three in Áras Mumhan, with 2 Meetings: Four meetings were held in the past year - three in Áras Mumhan, with one in Lár Na Páirce and Semple Stadium. There was a pre-championship meeting to one in Lár Na Páirce and Semple Stadium. There was a pre-championship meeting to ensure the quality of match programmes and to improve the preparation and ensure the quality of match programmes and to improve the preparation and production process. A very useful pre-championship liaison meeting in Semple production process. A very useful pre-championship liaison meeting in Semple Stadium was attended by the stadium’s Event Controller, Grounds Manager and Stadium was attended by the stadium’s Event Controller, Grounds Manager and Cathaoirleach of the Stadium Committee. Cathaoirleach of the Stadium Committee.

2007 Activities 2007 Activities
 Games Presentation and PA/Announcement systems were major areas for
 Games Presentation and PA/Announcement systems were major areas for committee attention. committee attention.
 There has been an improvement on updating the facilities for Press/TV/Radio.
 There has been an improvement on updating the facilities for Press/TV/Radio. The availability of Wireless Broadband at Semple Stadium and Páirc Na The availability of Wireless Broadband at Semple Stadium and Páirc Na nGael is welcomed. These ‘technical’ areas will require review on an ongoing nGael is welcomed. These ‘technical’ areas will require review on an ongoing basis to ensure a reasonably acceptable standard. basis to ensure a reasonably acceptable standard.
 The patron feedback mechanism, as advertised in match programmes and dealt
 The patron feedback mechanism, as advertised in match programmes and dealt with via a dedicated website, again proved very informative. with via a dedicated website, again proved very informative.
 The demands for ‘No Smoking’ and compliments on the actual ‘No Smoking’
 The demands for ‘No Smoking’ and compliments on the actual ‘No Smoking’ announcements are an obvious indication of inevitable change. announcements are an obvious indication of inevitable change.

Marketing Expertise: –Two people with marketing expertise could be appointed to Marketing Expertise: –Two people with marketing expertise could be appointed to the committee to advise on marketing our games. the committee to advise on marketing our games. Marketing Budget : As outlined in last year’s report Comhairle Na Mumhan with Marketing Budget : As outlined in last year’s report Comhairle Na Mumhan with the assistance of the two members mentioned above would be in a position to budget the assistance of the two members mentioned above would be in a position to budget for an annual ‘Risk Spend’ by allocating a specified amount of € so as to get back for an annual ‘Risk Spend’ by allocating a specified amount of € so as to get back multiples of the cost in extra revenue from higher attendances. multiples of the cost in extra revenue from higher attendances. Feedback from Patrons: Continue the ‘Feedback’ mechanism via the Match Feedback from Patrons: Continue the ‘Feedback’ mechanism via the Match Programme advertisements and a dedicated feedback website. Thanks to Ed Donnelly Programme advertisements and a dedicated feedback website. Thanks to Ed Donnelly who administered this through the Championship period. who administered this through the Championship period. Games Presentation: The committee should continue to maintain a strong focus on Games Presentation: The committee should continue to maintain a strong focus on Games Presentation issues – Match Programme content and quality; adequacy of PA Games Presentation issues – Match Programme content and quality; adequacy of PA Systems and Announcers; Music; Entertainment ; Facilities (toilets/seating/ access / Systems and Announcers; Music; Entertainment ; Facilities (toilets/seating/ access / ticketing / media facilities etc) and anything that can affect patrons’ satisfaction in ticketing / media facilities etc) and anything that can affect patrons’ satisfaction in attending or viewing our games. attending or viewing our games.

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Merchandising: The new facilities at Semple Stadium incorporating the merchandise Merchandising: The new facilities at Semple Stadium incorporating the merchandise store and food outlets is welcome and ought to be copied in the development plans in store and food outlets is welcome and ought to be copied in the development plans in the other major grounds. the other major grounds.

Recommendations: Recommendations:
 We continue to use the Band of the 1st Southern Brigade and The Artane Band
 We continue to use the Band of the 1st Southern Brigade and The Artane Band for our finals. Their contribution has been welcomed by our patrons. for our finals. Their contribution has been welcomed by our patrons.
 The Players of the Championships Awards (minor, Under 21, Junior,
 The Players of the Championships Awards (minor, Under 21, Junior, Intermediate and Senior) was a welcome innovation at our Awards Night in Intermediate and Senior) was a welcome innovation at our Awards Night in December and should be continued. December and should be continued.
 Match Programmes: should be aimed more at youngsters and be ‘glamourised’
 Match Programmes: should be aimed more at youngsters and be ‘glamourised’ more. Consider a B5 format for finals. more. Consider a B5 format for finals.

IT REPORT IT REPORT

 Séamus Kyne from 21st Century Sport gave the committee a demonstration of
 Séamus Kyne from 21st Century Sport gave the committee a demonstration of the eSport fixtures management system. This system, which is used in many the eSport fixtures management system. This system, which is used in many counties including Cork and Kerry in Munster can be a valuable time saving counties including Cork and Kerry in Munster can be a valuable time saving system for secretaries, PROs and Referees administrators. system for secretaries, PROs and Referees administrators.

 Servasport has now been selected as the new software tool for updating Club
 Servasport has now been selected as the new software tool for updating Club Registrations. The new system is undergoing testing at present and once Registrations. The new system is undergoing testing at present and once testing is complete, a migration of the data from the old system (Real Sports) testing is complete, a migration of the data from the old system (Real Sports) will take place. will take place.

 Any club who updates the Real Sports system will not lose any data – this will
 Any club who updates the Real Sports system will not lose any data – this will be migrated to Servasport. be migrated to Servasport. . .
 A Training / Communications plan is being worked on to coincide with the
 A Training / Communications plan is being worked on to coincide with the completion of the migration process and is looking at March timeframe for completion of the migration process and is looking at March timeframe for this to be rolled out. The IT Committee will play a key role in Munster. this to be rolled out. The IT Committee will play a key role in Munster.

 Another new item of functionality with Servasport will be the ability to send
 Another new item of functionality with Servasport will be the ability to send on bulk text messages. It would be great to finally have one standard text on bulk text messages. It would be great to finally have one standard text messaging service for the GAA seeing as so many different vendors are being messaging service for the GAA seeing as so many different vendors are being used at present in GAA clubs up and down the country. used at present in GAA clubs up and down the country.

Is mise, Is mise, Liam Ó Conchúir Liam Ó Conchúir Oifigeach Chaidreamh Poiblí Oifigeach Chaidreamh Poiblí

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Baill agus Tinreamh Baill agus Tinreamh Liam Ó Rinn Cathaoirleach 7, Diarmuid Ó Murchú 7, Seán Breathnach 4, Tomás Ó Liam Ó Rinn Cathaoirleach 7, Diarmuid Ó Murchú 7, Seán Breathnach 4, Tomás Ó hEalaithe 7, Michéal MacConmara 6, Padraig MacMathúna 5, Dónal Ó Murchú 6, hEalaithe 7, Michéal MacConmara 6, Padraig MacMathúna 5, Dónal Ó Murchú 6, Seamus Ó Néíll 6, Roibeard an tSeaca 6. Seamus Ó Néíll 6, Roibeard an tSeaca 6.

Téarmaí Tagartha Téarmaí Tagartha The terms of reference of the Coiste were outlined by Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na The terms of reference of the Coiste were outlined by Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Mumhan and are set out hereunder: Mumhan and are set out hereunder:

1. To promote and progress all facets of Irish culture and the language 1. To promote and progress all facets of Irish culture and the language 2. To oversee the affairs of and act as a liaison with the Scór Workgroup on behalf 2. To oversee the affairs of and act as a liaison with the Scór Workgroup on behalf of the Council of the Council 3. To introduce an initiative to revitalise Scór at club level 3. To introduce an initiative to revitalise Scór at club level 4. Circulation of data relative to Irish language club names to all clubs within the 4. Circulation of data relative to Irish language club names to all clubs within the province province 5. Access and monitor the effectiveness of Gaeltacht Scholarships and make 5. Access and monitor the effectiveness of Gaeltacht Scholarships and make recommendations in relation to any improvements recommendations in relation to any improvements 6. Review and monitor the method of selrction of scholarship beneficiaries 6. Review and monitor the method of selrction of scholarship beneficiaries 7. Direct and supervise the work of the associated Scór workgroup 7. Direct and supervise the work of the associated Scór workgroup 8. To submit a report on the sub-committee in the previous year to the Runaí of 8. To submit a report on the sub-committee in the previous year to the Runaí of Comhairle na Mumhan Comhairle na Mumhan

Scór Scór The Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir competitions were hugely successful. There was a The Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir competitions were hugely successful. There was a capacity crowd of 900 people at the Scór na nÓg finals in Mallow while a full house of capacity crowd of 900 people at the Scór na nÓg finals in Mallow while a full house of 1200 people were present for the Scor Sinsir finals in the Glen Eagle Hotel Killarney. 1200 people were present for the Scor Sinsir finals in the Glen Eagle Hotel Killarney. We also very successfully hosted the All Ireland Scór Sinsir finals in the INEC We also very successfully hosted the All Ireland Scór Sinsir finals in the INEC Killarney. We carried out a detailed survey in each county establishing the level of club Killarney. We carried out a detailed survey in each county establishing the level of club participation. The findings were issued to the Runaí Scór an Chontae and impressed on participation. The findings were issued to the Runaí Scór an Chontae and impressed on them the importance of club participation in accordance with the wishes of them the importance of club participation in accordance with the wishes of Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Mumhan Seamus Ó Gormáin. Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Mumhan Seamus Ó Gormáin.

Hereunder are the Survey results with 06 in brackets Hereunder are the Survey results with 06 in brackets

Contae Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsir Contae Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsir An Clar 47.6% (57.1%) 14.3% (16.7%) An Clar 47.6% (57.1%) 14.3% (16.7%) Ciarraí 46.0% (61.1%) 38.9% (34.7%) Ciarraí 46.0% (61.1%) 38.9% (34.7%) Corcaigh 40.0% (40.7%) 24.3% (22.9%) Corcaigh 40.0% (40.7%) 24.3% (22.9%) Luimneach 21.4% (30.4%) 12.9% (17.4%) Luimneach 21.4% (30.4%) 12.9% (17.4%) Port Láirge 17.3% (28.8%) 19.2% (19.2%) Port Láirge 17.3% (28.8%) 19.2% (19.2%) Tiobraid Árann 17.1% (17.1%) 10.5% (13.2%) Tiobraid Árann 17.1% (17.1%) 10.5% (13.2%)

Scoláireachtaí Gaeilge Scoláireachtaí Gaeilge Go luath san athbhliain bhí cruinniú ag an Cathaoirleach agus agam fein le ionadaí ó na Go luath san athbhliain bhí cruinniú ag an Cathaoirleach agus agam fein le ionadaí ó na Colaistí Samhraidh cun cursaí 2007 a phlé. Socraidh go mbeadh dlúthbhaint idir an Colaistí Samhraidh cun cursaí 2007 a phlé. Socraidh go mbeadh dlúthbhaint idir an Comhairle agus na Colaistí, go mbeadh cigireacht ag na gCoiste Cultúrtha ar na cursaí Comhairle agus na Colaistí, go mbeadh cigireacht ag na gCoiste Cultúrtha ar na cursaí agus go mbeadh láinseail oifigiúil ar ocáid cluiche mór craoibhe. Bhuail an Coiste leis agus go mbeadh láinseail oifigiúil ar ocáid cluiche mór craoibhe. Bhuail an Coiste leis na hOifigigh Cúlturtha Chontae sa Cúige agus leagamar síos Clár le haghaidh iarrthoirí na hOifigigh Cúlturtha Chontae sa Cúige agus leagamar síos Clár le haghaidh iarrthoirí a roghnú do scoláireachtaí Gaeilge. Sheol an Cathaoirleach Seamus Ó Gormáin an a roghnú do scoláireachtaí Gaeilge. Sheol an Cathaoirleach Seamus Ó Gormáin an Scéim go hoifigiúil I Stad Semple, Dúrlas ar an Domhnach 27ú Bealtaine. Scéim go hoifigiúil I Stad Semple, Dúrlas ar an Domhnach 27ú Bealtaine.

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Thug an Comhairle 351 scoláireachta do mhic léinn idir buachaillí agus cailiní a Thug an Comhairle 351 scoláireachta do mhic léinn idir buachaillí agus cailiní a d’fhreastal ar cursaí samhraidh. Thug Cathaoirleach agus me fein cuairt ar na gColaístí I d’fhreastal ar cursaí samhraidh. Thug Cathaoirleach agus me fein cuairt ar na gColaístí I gCorca Dhuibhne, Béal Atha na Ghaoraidh agus An Rinn agus bhíomar ana shásta leis gCorca Dhuibhne, Béal Atha na Ghaoraidh agus An Rinn agus bhíomar ana shásta leis an slí a bhí cursaí a reachtáil ó thaobh CLG de, le breis forbarta ar na cluichí. Thar an slí a bhí cursaí a reachtáil ó thaobh CLG de, le breis forbarta ar na cluichí. Thar ceann Coláistí Chorca Dhuibhne thug Dara Ó Cinnéide, Rob MacGearailt agus Marc Ó ceann Coláistí Chorca Dhuibhne thug Dara Ó Cinnéide, Rob MacGearailt agus Marc Ó Sé cabhair le scileanna peile a mhuineadh I gCorca Dhuibhne. Bhí searmanas bronnadh Sé cabhair le scileanna peile a mhuineadh I gCorca Dhuibhne. Bhí searmanas bronnadh fáinne agus teastais ar na micleinn a d’fhreastal ar na cursaí speisialta CLG I gCorca fáinne agus teastais ar na micleinn a d’fhreastal ar na cursaí speisialta CLG I gCorca Dhuibhne. Bhí Uachtarann CLG, Cathaoirleach agus Leas Cathaoirleach Comhairle na Dhuibhne. Bhí Uachtarann CLG, Cathaoirleach agus Leas Cathaoirleach Comhairle na Mumhan, Oifigigh Bhord Chiarraí, Bainisteóir Cultúrtha Páirc an Chrocaigh, Mumhan, Oifigigh Bhord Chiarraí, Bainisteóir Cultúrtha Páirc an Chrocaigh, Ionadaíithe ón Roinn Gnóthaí Pobail Tuathe agus Gaeltachta, Foras na Gaeilge agus an Ionadaíithe ón Roinn Gnóthaí Pobail Tuathe agus Gaeltachta, Foras na Gaeilge agus an Roinn Oideachas i lathair don Ocáid. Roinn Oideachas i lathair don Ocáid.

Plean Forbartha na Gaeilge Plean Forbartha na Gaeilge Tá ainmneacha na gclubanna agus ainm na páirce i ngach chontae sa chúige ar an Tá ainmneacha na gclubanna agus ainm na páirce i ngach chontae sa chúige ar an idirlíon againn agus é ar fáil ar suíomh Comhairle an Mumhan. Táimid ag obair leis an idirlíon againn agus é ar fáil ar suíomh Comhairle an Mumhan. Táimid ag obair leis an Coiste Forbartha na Comhairlaithe Chontaie sa Cúige agus Foras na Gaeilge chun Coiste Forbartha na Comhairlaithe Chontaie sa Cúige agus Foras na Gaeilge chun comharthaí dátheangach le ainm an Chlub agus an Pairc a chuir suas. comharthaí dátheangach le ainm an Chlub agus an Pairc a chuir suas.

Tá na himeachtaí sea a leanas idir lámha again Tá na himeachtaí sea a leanas idir lámha again

1. Comhoibriú le Raidió na Gaeltachta agus TG4 1. Comhoibriú le Raidió na Gaeltachta agus TG4 2. Comoibriú le Coiste na Gaeilge I bPáirc an Chrócaigh 2. Comoibriú le Coiste na Gaeilge I bPáirc an Chrócaigh 3. An tEagrán don Lamhleabhar “An tOifigeach Gaeilge sa Chlub” a chur go dtí 3. An tEagrán don Lamhleabhar “An tOifigeach Gaeilge sa Chlub” a chur go dtí gach club sa Cúige gach club sa Cúige 4. Comhoibriú leis na heagrais Chultúrtha teanga sa Chúige ina gcuid imeachtaí 4. Comhoibriú leis na heagrais Chultúrtha teanga sa Chúige ina gcuid imeachtaí 5. An Gaeilge a chur chun cinn agus í a neartú ar ocáidí Scór agus na Cluichí 5. An Gaeilge a chur chun cinn agus í a neartú ar ocáidí Scór agus na Cluichí 6. Atmaisféar Ghaeilge a chruthú 6. Atmaisféar Ghaeilge a chruthú 7. An Ghaeilge a chue chun cinn in imeachtaí sóisialta lasmuigh de Scór agus na 7. An Ghaeilge a chue chun cinn in imeachtaí sóisialta lasmuigh de Scór agus na Cluichí Cluichí 8. Comhoibriú le Coiste Chomórtas peile na Gaeltachta 8. Comhoibriú le Coiste Chomórtas peile na Gaeltachta 9. Comhoibriú le Coiste Oireachtas na Gaeilge (Beidh Oireachtas na gaeilge i 9. Comhoibriú le Coiste Oireachtas na Gaeilge (Beidh Oireachtas na gaeilge i gCorcaigh i mbliana) gCorcaigh i mbliana)

Diarmuid Ó Murchú, Diarmuid Ó Murchú, Runaí Runaí

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Tuairisc Fo-Choiste Scór na Mumhan 2007 Tuairisc Fo-Choiste Scór na Mumhan 2007

Is mór an phribléid dom Tuarascáil an Rúnaí a chur ós bhúr comhair ar n-imeachtaí Scór Is mór an phribléid dom Tuarascáil an Rúnaí a chur ós bhúr comhair ar n-imeachtaí Scór sa Cúige don bhliain 2007. Ba mhaith liom buíochas ó croí a ghabháil díobhsa go léir as sa Cúige don bhliain 2007. Ba mhaith liom buíochas ó croí a ghabháil díobhsa go léir as ucht an cabhair a thug sibh domsa, agus an obair sár-mhaith a dhein sibh í gCursaí Scór í ucht an cabhair a thug sibh domsa, agus an obair sár-mhaith a dhein sibh í gCursaí Scór í rith na mbliana. rith na mbliana. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir. Once again, we had a most successful year on the competitions scene. Standards at our Once again, we had a most successful year on the competitions scene. Standards at our semi-finals and finals in Scór na nÓg were very high. Whilst the standards in Scór semi-finals and finals in Scór na nÓg were very high. Whilst the standards in Scór Sinsear were high, the lack of competitors in some comórtaisí was distressing and this Sinsear were high, the lack of competitors in some comórtaisí was distressing and this trend needs to be addressed – Appendix 3 on participation highlights problem counties. trend needs to be addressed – Appendix 3 on participation highlights problem counties.

The standards achieved at both our finals were maintained through to All-Ireland level, The standards achieved at both our finals were maintained through to All-Ireland level, where our representatives won 4 titles in Scór na nÓg and 3 titles in Scór Sinsear. In Scór where our representatives won 4 titles in Scór na nÓg and 3 titles in Scór Sinsear. In Scór na nÓg our 4 winners were – Carrigaline of Corcaigh in Rince Fóirne, taking over from na nÓg our 4 winners were – Carrigaline of Corcaigh in Rince Fóirne, taking over from Glenflesk – Ciarraí who were champions in 2005 and 2006. Glenflesk – Ciarraí who were champions in 2005 and 2006. Í gComórtas Ceol Uirlise, Boherbue of Corcaigh carried off the laurels, making it a Cork Í gComórtas Ceol Uirlise, Boherbue of Corcaigh carried off the laurels, making it a Cork double on the evening. Note – This is Cork’s third win since 2002. double on the evening. Note – This is Cork’s third win since 2002. In the Comórtas Tráth na gCeist, Beaufort of Ciarraí were crowned champions, and In the Comórtas Tráth na gCeist, Beaufort of Ciarraí were crowned champions, and Ciarraí were also successful í gComórtas Rince Seit – Kilcummin, the winners. Note - Ciarraí were also successful í gComórtas Rince Seit – Kilcummin, the winners. Note - This win was the seventh in a row for Cúige Mumhan. This win was the seventh in a row for Cúige Mumhan. In the remaining 4 comórtaisí our representatives were placed second in 3, with Glenflesk In the remaining 4 comórtaisí our representatives were placed second in 3, with Glenflesk of Ciarraí most unlucky to lose by 0.6% in the Bailéad Ghrúpa. The result here was of Ciarraí most unlucky to lose by 0.6% in the Bailéad Ghrúpa. The result here was determined by using the % of aggregate marks – however, Congress this year, replaced determined by using the % of aggregate marks – however, Congress this year, replaced this system and in future there will be an independent adjudicator in all comórtaisí, whose this system and in future there will be an independent adjudicator in all comórtaisí, whose marks will only apply in the event of a tie. marks will only apply in the event of a tie.

In Scór Sinsear All-Ireland titles were achieved by Spa of Ciarraí in Rince Fóirne who In Scór Sinsear All-Ireland titles were achieved by Spa of Ciarraí in Rince Fóirne who gained their fourth title in this comórtas (winners also in 2002, 2003, 2004). gained their fourth title in this comórtas (winners also in 2002, 2003, 2004). Rathmore of Ciarraí has all the answers in the Tráth na gCeist final to win their first title. Rathmore of Ciarraí has all the answers in the Tráth na gCeist final to win their first title. It was win number 5 for Cúige Mumhan in this comórtas since 1998. It was win number 5 for Cúige Mumhan in this comórtas since 1998. In the final Comórtas – Rince Seit – Spa of Ciarraí gained their fourth title in a row. What In the final Comórtas – Rince Seit – Spa of Ciarraí gained their fourth title in a row. What an achievement! an achievement! I imagine Spa would consider this win as the sweetest of all, achieved against a backdrop I imagine Spa would consider this win as the sweetest of all, achieved against a backdrop of legality of membership and registration. All allegations were investigated and proved of legality of membership and registration. All allegations were investigated and proved to be without foundation. to be without foundation. (Appendix 1 2007 Champions) (Appendix 1 2007 Champions)

Comhgháirdeas dos na Buaitheóirí go léir agus buíochas dos na hIomlaitheóirí go léir a Comhgháirdeas dos na Buaitheóirí go léir agus buíochas dos na hIomlaitheóirí go léir a ghlac páirt. Buíochas freisin to all tutors, mentors and parents who helped in any way – in ghlac páirt. Buíochas freisin to all tutors, mentors and parents who helped in any way – in particular to the parents of our Scór na nÓg competitors. particular to the parents of our Scór na nÓg competitors.

Meetings Meetings Since our A.G.M. on 20/12/06 we held a total of 9 meetings, with 2 short meetings after Since our A.G.M. on 20/12/06 we held a total of 9 meetings, with 2 short meetings after our finals to select adjudicators from our Cúige for the All-Ireland Finals. 7 of the our finals to select adjudicators from our Cúige for the All-Ireland Finals. 7 of the meetings took place in Áras Mumhan, with the other two in Mallow – those in Mallow meetings took place in Áras Mumhan, with the other two in Mallow – those in Mallow

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were 1- Discuss and process motions for the Scór Congress í bPáirc an Chrócaigh were 1- Discuss and process motions for the Scór Congress í bPáirc an Chrócaigh 16/6/07. 2 – Seminar for adjudicators from our Cúige 24/10/07. All meetings were well 16/6/07. 2 – Seminar for adjudicators from our Cúige 24/10/07. All meetings were well attended, and the business concluded in a timely manner – thanks to the Cathaoirleach attended, and the business concluded in a timely manner – thanks to the Cathaoirleach Tomás Ó hÉalaithe, who was fair and efficient in dealing with all matters. Tomás Ó hÉalaithe, who was fair and efficient in dealing with all matters.

Adjudicators Adjudicators Many thanks to our adjudicators, who officiated at our semi-finals and finals for both Many thanks to our adjudicators, who officiated at our semi-finals and finals for both Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear. Thanks also, to those who performed the duties of Máistir Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear. Thanks also, to those who performed the duties of Máistir na gCeist on these occasions. Adjudicator costs can be high (we have 3 adjudicators for na gCeist on these occasions. Adjudicator costs can be high (we have 3 adjudicators for each Comórtas at our finals) but we continue to monitor these and not let these get out of each Comórtas at our finals) but we continue to monitor these and not let these get out of hand. hand.

Fear a’ Tí / Bean a’ Tí Fear a’ Tí / Bean a’ Tí Míle buíochas to all who filled these roles for us at our semi-finals and finals. Míle buíochas to all who filled these roles for us at our semi-finals and finals. Fear a’ Tí at Scór na nÓg Final 2007 was Criostóir Ó Ceallaigh – Luimneach and the Fear a’ Tí at Scór na nÓg Final 2007 was Criostóir Ó Ceallaigh – Luimneach and the position for our Scór Sinsear Final was filled by Pádraig Mac Gearailt – Portláirge, who position for our Scór Sinsear Final was filled by Pádraig Mac Gearailt – Portláirge, who has been a member of our Coiste for a long number of years. Both Criostóir and Pádraig has been a member of our Coiste for a long number of years. Both Criostóir and Pádraig performed their duties with excellence. The rota for the coming years is listed on performed their duties with excellence. The rota for the coming years is listed on Appendix 2. This may change as it is due for review at our A.G.M. Appendix 2. This may change as it is due for review at our A.G.M. Nóta – The Fear a’ Tí / Bean a’ Tí for Comórtaisí Cheannais Scór Sinsear na hÉireann Nóta – The Fear a’ Tí / Bean a’ Tí for Comórtaisí Cheannais Scór Sinsear na hÉireann will be a Cúige Mumhan nominee – it is Limerick’s turn to provide same. will be a Cúige Mumhan nominee – it is Limerick’s turn to provide same.

Venues Venues Thanks to all the venues who hosted our Comórtaisí in 2007. Scór na nÓg Semi-Finals Thanks to all the venues who hosted our Comórtaisí in 2007. Scór na nÓg Semi-Finals were staged in Riverstick and Cappamore with the final in the Youth Centre in Mallow. were staged in Riverstick and Cappamore with the final in the Youth Centre in Mallow. All went well and despite some concerns on the capacity of the hall in Mallow we had a All went well and despite some concerns on the capacity of the hall in Mallow we had a great final. Thanks in particular to Gerry Doody, who almost single-handedly ensured the great final. Thanks in particular to Gerry Doody, who almost single-handedly ensured the venue would not be found wanting in staging these finals. venue would not be found wanting in staging these finals. Scór Sinsear Semi-Finals took place in Cappamore and Millstreet. The final in the INEC Scór Sinsear Semi-Finals took place in Cappamore and Millstreet. The final in the INEC Cill Áirne was a great occasion and should be considered for the future staging of our Cill Áirne was a great occasion and should be considered for the future staging of our finals. finals. The All-Ireland Final in Scór Sinsear was again held in the INEC Cill Áirne – all The All-Ireland Final in Scór Sinsear was again held in the INEC Cill Áirne – all arrangements were the responsibility of Coiste Scór Chiarraí and Coiste Scór na arrangements were the responsibility of Coiste Scór Chiarraí and Coiste Scór na Mumhan. Both committees worked extremely hard to ensure a trouble-free afternoon for Mumhan. Both committees worked extremely hard to ensure a trouble-free afternoon for competitors and supporters alike. Financially, the staging of these finals at a Munster competitors and supporters alike. Financially, the staging of these finals at a Munster venue is worth a tidy profit for Coiste Scór na Mumhan – in 2007 the profit for the raffle venue is worth a tidy profit for Coiste Scór na Mumhan – in 2007 the profit for the raffle was €578.00, whilst the production of the programme realized a net profit of €3363.00. was €578.00, whilst the production of the programme realized a net profit of €3363.00. The production of the programme was undertaken by the Rúnaí – thanks to all who The production of the programme was undertaken by the Rúnaí – thanks to all who helped by way of the articles and adverts, also to the sellers on the day Kathleen helped by way of the articles and adverts, also to the sellers on the day Kathleen McGrath, Geraldine and Paddy Kelly and Irene McNamara. McGrath, Geraldine and Paddy Kelly and Irene McNamara.

Sponsorship Sponsorship Míle, míle buíochas to Bus Éireann – sponsors of our comórtaisí in both Scór na nÓg and Míle, míle buíochas to Bus Éireann – sponsors of our comórtaisí in both Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear. This sponsorship which began in 1993, totalled €2400 in 2007 and does not Scór Sinsear. This sponsorship which began in 1993, totalled €2400 in 2007 and does not include sponsoring our raffle prizes for both our finals. Thanks to Bus Éireann include sponsoring our raffle prizes for both our finals. Thanks to Bus Éireann

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representative Michael Colleran, for his continued support of our Comórtaisí – we wish representative Michael Colleran, for his continued support of our Comórtaisí – we wish him well on his promotion back to his native Dublin and for his assurance that him well on his promotion back to his native Dublin and for his assurance that sponsorship for 2008 is secure through his replacement in Cork, Fiona Connolly. sponsorship for 2008 is secure through his replacement in Cork, Fiona Connolly.

Club Participation Club Participation The record for 2007 is shown on Appendix 3, and does not make pleasant reading. There The record for 2007 is shown on Appendix 3, and does not make pleasant reading. There has been no improvement on 2006. Coiste Scór na Mumhan has requested (by letter) An has been no improvement on 2006. Coiste Scór na Mumhan has requested (by letter) An Lár Coiste Scór and An Coiste Bainistí í bPáirc an Chrócaigh to review the situation and Lár Coiste Scór and An Coiste Bainistí í bPáirc an Chrócaigh to review the situation and come up with answers. A solution to the crisis may be the employment of a full-time come up with answers. A solution to the crisis may be the employment of a full-time organizer in each Province / County. Drastic action is needed now. organizer in each Province / County. Drastic action is needed now.

Congress 2007 Congress 2007 Congress took place in Páirc an Chrócaigh on 16/6/07. This was a tame affair with no Congress took place in Páirc an Chrócaigh on 16/6/07. This was a tame affair with no major changes – the main ones being major changes – the main ones being 1. Dance on/off to be allowed in both dancing competitions. 1. Dance on/off to be allowed in both dancing competitions. 2. Winning dance in Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear is not allowed in the 2. Winning dance in Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear is not allowed in the following year. For Rince Fóirne this will not operate until 2009. following year. For Rince Fóirne this will not operate until 2009. Winning Dance 2007 Rince Fóirne - Trip to the Cottage Winning Dance 2007 Rince Fóirne - Trip to the Cottage Winning Dances 2007 Rince Seit - Longford Set and Roscommon Lancers. Winning Dances 2007 Rince Seit - Longford Set and Roscommon Lancers. 3. Penalty for exceeding time allowed in Amhránaíocht Aonair, Aithriseóireacht 3. Penalty for exceeding time allowed in Amhránaíocht Aonair, Aithriseóireacht and Nuachleas will now be reduction of one mark for every 10 seconds and Nuachleas will now be reduction of one mark for every 10 seconds overtime. overtime. 4. Perpetual Cups for Scór na nÓg All-Ireland winners to be reintroduced in 4. Perpetual Cups for Scór na nÓg All-Ireland winners to be reintroduced in 2008. 2008.

Adjudicator Seminars Adjudicator Seminars Following recommendations to Congress, Lár-Choiste Scór organized a one-day seminar Following recommendations to Congress, Lár-Choiste Scór organized a one-day seminar for adjudicators for each Comórtas. This seminar took place í bPáirc an Chrócaigh on for adjudicators for each Comórtas. This seminar took place í bPáirc an Chrócaigh on 29/9/07 and had attendees from all Provinces – Cúige Mumhan were well represented in 29/9/07 and had attendees from all Provinces – Cúige Mumhan were well represented in all comórtaisí. Whilst the general consensus was the exercise was worthwhile, many were all comórtaisí. Whilst the general consensus was the exercise was worthwhile, many were of the opinion that the time allowed for debate was too short. It may be best to have the of the opinion that the time allowed for debate was too short. It may be best to have the session split into two days with more time allowed for each comórtas. Coiste Scór na session split into two days with more time allowed for each comórtas. Coiste Scór na Mumhan held it’s seminar in the G.A.A. Complex in Mallow on 24/10/07. There was Mumhan held it’s seminar in the G.A.A. Complex in Mallow on 24/10/07. There was adisappointing attendance here as some of those who had attended in Croke Park were adisappointing attendance here as some of those who had attended in Croke Park were not present. not present.

Tráth na gCeist as Gaeilge Tráth na gCeist as Gaeilge This year’s final was staged in Mallow, and, again the Máistir na gCeist was Michael This year’s final was staged in Mallow, and, again the Máistir na gCeist was Michael Gunn of Coiste Scór Chonnachta. A total of 7 teams participated with Corcaigh agus an Gunn of Coiste Scór Chonnachta. A total of 7 teams participated with Corcaigh agus an Clár having two teams each and Ciarraí, Luimneach agus Tiobraid Árann one each. It Clár having two teams each and Ciarraí, Luimneach agus Tiobraid Árann one each. It was disappointing that Portláirge were not present. Many felt the questions were much was disappointing that Portláirge were not present. Many felt the questions were much more difficult than in previous years which took from the enjoyment of the occasion. In more difficult than in previous years which took from the enjoyment of the occasion. In the end Ráth Mór of Ciarraí and Món-a-Lín of Luimneach qualified for the All-Ireland the end Ráth Mór of Ciarraí and Món-a-Lín of Luimneach qualified for the All-Ireland Final which was again staged í bPáirc an Chrócaigh on 17ú lá Márta. This year the Final which was again staged í bPáirc an Chrócaigh on 17ú lá Márta. This year the victors were Món-a-Lín represented by Eiblís de Búrca, Liam de Búrca, Micheál Ó victors were Món-a-Lín represented by Eiblís de Búrca, Liam de Búrca, Micheál Ó Suilleabháin agus Proinsías Ó Maidín. Comhgháirdeas do Món-a-Lín. Suilleabháin agus Proinsías Ó Maidín. Comhgháirdeas do Món-a-Lín.

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Counties should be planning their finals so that Comórtas Cheannais na Mumhan can Counties should be planning their finals so that Comórtas Cheannais na Mumhan can take place by March 7th 2008. take place by March 7th 2008.

New Appointment New Appointment We welcome Roibeáird an tSeaca as representative of Comhairle na Mumhan on our We welcome Roibeáird an tSeaca as representative of Comhairle na Mumhan on our Coiste. He takes over from Tomás Ó hAonghusa who served on our Coiste for the last 6 Coiste. He takes over from Tomás Ó hAonghusa who served on our Coiste for the last 6 years. years.

Other thanks Other thanks Buíochas to the G.A.A. Complex in Mallow for hosting our special congress meeting and Buíochas to the G.A.A. Complex in Mallow for hosting our special congress meeting and also the adjudicator’s seminar. The Complex itself is a credit to the G.A.A. in Mallow also the adjudicator’s seminar. The Complex itself is a credit to the G.A.A. in Mallow and is well worth a visit. and is well worth a visit. Thanks also to the ladies who assist the stage managers at all our Semi-Finals and Finals Thanks also to the ladies who assist the stage managers at all our Semi-Finals and Finals - we thank especially Mary Sugrue, Margaret Whelan and Anita English. - we thank especially Mary Sugrue, Margaret Whelan and Anita English.

Bereavements Bereavements We offer the sympathy of the Coiste to the following prominent Scór people who We offer the sympathy of the Coiste to the following prominent Scór people who suffered bereavements during the year – suffered bereavements during the year – Séamus Mac Craith (death of his brother, Eddie, R.I.P.) Séamus Mac Craith (death of his brother, Eddie, R.I.P.) Diarmaid Mac Gabhann (death of his grandson, Rory, R.I.P.) Diarmaid Mac Gabhann (death of his grandson, Rory, R.I.P.) Eibhlís Ní Mhurchú (death of her mother-in-law, R.I.P.) Eibhlís Ní Mhurchú (death of her mother-in-law, R.I.P.) Noel Joyce (death of his brother, Michael, R.I.P.) Noel Joyce (death of his brother, Michael, R.I.P.) Denis Kelleher (death of his mother, R.I.P.) Denis Kelleher (death of his mother, R.I.P.) Anita English (death of her grandmother, R.I.P.) Anita English (death of her grandmother, R.I.P.) Nora Troy (death of her husband, Paddy, R.I.P.) Nora Troy (death of her husband, Paddy, R.I.P.) Paddy adjudicated Rince Seit for many years. Paddy adjudicated Rince Seit for many years. John Newman (death of his wife, Mary, R.I.P.) John Newman (death of his wife, Mary, R.I.P.) John represented Bus Éireann at many of our finals. John represented Bus Éireann at many of our finals.

Le Teacht Le Teacht Dates for Semi-Finals and Final for Scór na nÓg 2008 have already been agreed, also Dates for Semi-Finals and Final for Scór na nÓg 2008 have already been agreed, also venues for these. Arrangements for Scór Sinsear have not yet been finalized. The venue venues for these. Arrangements for Scór Sinsear have not yet been finalized. The venue for Comórtaisí Cheannais Scór Sinsear na hÉireann will again be the INEC Cill Áirne. for Comórtaisí Cheannais Scór Sinsear na hÉireann will again be the INEC Cill Áirne. See Appendix 4. See Appendix 4. As Coiste Scór na Mumhan will have responsibility for the programme for these finals í As Coiste Scór na Mumhan will have responsibility for the programme for these finals í gCill Áirne, the Rúnaí would welcome appropriate articles for inclusion in same. gCill Áirne, the Rúnaí would welcome appropriate articles for inclusion in same. Crioch Crioch As I said at the beginning, Míle Buíochas to all a cabhraig liom í rith na bliana. Buíochas As I said at the beginning, Míle Buíochas to all a cabhraig liom í rith na bliana. Buíochas fe leith dos na baill go léir sa Coiste. 2008 could be “make or break” year for Scór - let fe leith dos na baill go léir sa Coiste. 2008 could be “make or break” year for Scór - let us all resolve to do our utmost that it will not be the latter. us all resolve to do our utmost that it will not be the latter.

Slán agus Beannacht. Slán agus Beannacht. Micheál MacConmara Micheál MacConmara Rúnaí 19/12/07. Rúnaí 19/12/07.

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Appendix 1 Appendix 1 Buaitheóirí Scór na Mumhan 2007 Buaitheóirí Scór na Mumhan 2007 * Craobh na hÉireann * Craobh na hÉireann

Scór na nÓg Scór na nÓg 1. Rince Fóirne – Carrigaline, Corcaigh* 1. Rince Fóirne – Carrigaline, Corcaigh* 2. Amhránaíocht Aonair – Michelle Ní Cheallacháin, Glenflesk, Ciarraí 2. Amhránaíocht Aonair – Michelle Ní Cheallacháin, Glenflesk, Ciarraí 3. Ceól Úirlise – Boherbue, Corcaigh* 3. Ceól Úirlise – Boherbue, Corcaigh* 4. Aithriseóireacht – Ailís Ní Laoire, Cloughdubh, Corcaigh 4. Aithriseóireacht – Ailís Ní Laoire, Cloughdubh, Corcaigh 5. Baileád Ghrúpa – Glenflesk, Ciarraí 5. Baileád Ghrúpa – Glenflesk, Ciarraí 6. Trath na gCeisteanna – Beaufort, Ciarraí* 6. Trath na gCeisteanna – Beaufort, Ciarraí* 7. Nuachleas – Borrisoleigh, Tiobraid Árann 7. Nuachleas – Borrisoleigh, Tiobraid Árann 8. Rince Seit – Kilcummin, Ciarraí* 8. Rince Seit – Kilcummin, Ciarraí*

Scór Sinsear Scór Sinsear 1. Rince Fóirne – Spa, Ciarraí* 1. Rince Fóirne – Spa, Ciarraí* 2. Amhránaíocht Aonair – Mairéad Ní Mhórdha, Dunhill, Port Láirge 2. Amhránaíocht Aonair – Mairéad Ní Mhórdha, Dunhill, Port Láirge 3. Ceól Úirlise – Glenflesk, Ciarraí 3. Ceól Úirlise – Glenflesk, Ciarraí 4. Aithriseóireacht – Pól Ó Faoláin, Shannon Gaels, An Clár 4. Aithriseóireacht – Pól Ó Faoláin, Shannon Gaels, An Clár 5. Baileád Ghrúpa – Newport, Tiobraid Árann 5. Baileád Ghrúpa – Newport, Tiobraid Árann 6. Trath na gCeisteanna – Rathmore, Ciarraí* 6. Trath na gCeisteanna – Rathmore, Ciarraí* 7. Nuachleas – Cappamore, Luimneach 7. Nuachleas – Cappamore, Luimneach 8. Rince Seit – Spa, Ciarraí * 8. Rince Seit – Spa, Ciarraí *

Appendix 2 Appendix 2 Rota for Fear / Bean a’ Tí Rota for Fear / Bean a’ Tí Comórtaisí Cheannais na Mumhan Comórtaisí Cheannais na Mumhan

Bliain Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear Bliain Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear 2008 Corcaigh Tiobraid Árann 2008 Corcaigh Tiobraid Árann 2009 Portláirge Luimneach 2009 Portláirge Luimneach 2010 Tiobraid Árann Corcaigh 2010 Tiobraid Árann Corcaigh 2011 Clár Ciarraí 2011 Clár Ciarraí

Rota for Comórtaisí Cheannais na hÉireann Rota for Comórtaisí Cheannais na hÉireann Bliain Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear Bliain Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear 2008 Luimneach 2008 Luimneach 2010 Portláirge 2010 Portláirge 2012 Ciarraí 2012 Ciarraí 2014 Clár 2014 Clár 2016 Corcaigh 2016 Corcaigh 2018 Tiobraid Árann 2018 Tiobraid Árann

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Appendix 3 Appendix 3 Club Participation 2007 Club Participation 2007

Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear Contae Clubs 2007 2006 2005 2007 2006 2005 Contae Clubs 2007 2006 2005 2007 2006 2005 Partic. % % % Partic. % % % Partic. % % % Partic. % % % An Clár 42 20 47.6 57.1 59.5 6 14.3 16.7 14.3 An Clár 42 20 47.6 57.1 59.5 6 14.3 16.7 14.3 Ciarraí 72 46 63.9 61.1 60.1 28 38.9 34.7 27.8 Ciarraí 72 46 63.9 61.1 60.1 28 38.9 34.7 27.8 Corcaigh 140 56 40.0 40.7 45.0 34 24.3 22.9 26.4 Corcaigh 140 56 40.0 40.7 45.0 34 24.3 22.9 26.4 Luimneach 70 15 31.4 30.4 26.1 9 12.9 17.4 18.8 Luimneach 70 15 31.4 30.4 26.1 9 12.9 17.4 18.8 Port Láirge 52 9 17.3 28.8 21.2 10 19.2 19.2 19.2 Port Láirge 52 9 17.3 28.8 21.2 10 19.2 19.2 19.2 Tiobraid Árann 76 13 17.1 17.1 25.7 8 10.5 13.2 24.3 Tiobraid Árann 76 13 17.1 17.1 25.7 8 10.5 13.2 24.3

Appendix 4 Appendix 4 Clár na gComórtaisí 2008 Clár na gComórtaisí 2008

Scór na nÓg Scór na nÓg Comórtas Counties Venue Dáta Comórtas Counties Venue Dáta Semi-Final Corcaigh, , Ciarraí, Luimneach Millstreet 05/01/08 7.00 p.m. Semi-Final Corcaigh, , Ciarraí, Luimneach Millstreet 05/01/08 7.00 p.m. Semi-Final Tiobraid Árann, Portláirge, An Clár, Cashel 06/01/08 2.30 p.m. Semi-Final Tiobraid Árann, Portláirge, An Clár, Cashel 06/01/08 2.30 p.m. Final Mallow 20/01/08 2.30 p.m. Final Mallow 20/01/08 2.30 p.m. All-Ireland Athlone 16/02/08 3.00 p.m. All-Ireland Athlone 16/02/08 3.00 p.m.

Scór Sinsear Scór Sinsear Comórtas Counties Venue Dáta Comórtas Counties Venue Dáta Semi-Final Tiobraid Árann, Portláirge, An Clár, T.B.A T.B.A. Semi-Final Tiobraid Árann, Portláirge, An Clár, T.B.A T.B.A. Semi-Final Corcaigh, , Ciarraí, Luimneach T.B.A T.B.A. Semi-Final Corcaigh, , Ciarraí, Luimneach T.B.A T.B.A. Final Killarney 29/03/08 6.00 p.m. Final Killarney 29/03/08 6.00 p.m. All-Ireland I.N.E.C. Killarney 26/04/08 4.00 p.m. All-Ireland I.N.E.C. Killarney 26/04/08 4.00 p.m.

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Appendix 5 Appendix 5 County Scór Secretaries: Cúige Mumhan County Scór Secretaries: Cúige Mumhan 2007 Revised 1/5/07 2007 Revised 1/5/07

Contae Rúnaí Telephone Contae Rúnaí Telephone An Clár Ann Hayes, 065-6834158 An Clár Ann Hayes, 065-6834158 Lissycasey, 087-2663718 Lissycasey, 087-2663718 Co. Clare Co. Clare Corcaigh Margaret Whelan, 021-4642437 Corcaigh Margaret Whelan, 021-4642437 Knockaheem, 087-1262471 Knockaheem, 087-1262471 Leamlara, Leamlara, Co. Cork Co. Cork Ciarraí Anita English, 066-7129864 Ciarraí Anita English, 066-7129864 14 Fortfield, 087-6822223 14 Fortfield, 087-6822223 Killerisk, Killerisk, Tralee, Tralee, Co. Kerry Co. Kerry Luimneach Michael Shinners, 061-355578 Luimneach Michael Shinners, 061-355578 20 Lisheen Park, 086-8671779 20 Lisheen Park, 086-8671779 Patrickswell, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick Co. Limerick Portláirge Moll Shields, 058-41467 Portláirge Moll Shields, 058-41467 Ballinacourty, Ballinacourty, Abbeyside, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Co. Waterford Tiobraid Árann Mary Bourke, 0504-51411 Tiobraid Árann Mary Bourke, 0504-51411 Castlequarter, 087-2160430 Castlequarter, 087-2160430 Borrisoleigh, Borrisoleigh, Co. Tipperary Co. Tipperary

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Football Review Committee Football Review Committee Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

The above committee was established by the Council Chairman James O’Gorman over The above committee was established by the Council Chairman James O’Gorman over the summer of 2007. the summer of 2007.

Aim Aim The aim of the committee is to bring forward suggestions for consideration by the council The aim of the committee is to bring forward suggestions for consideration by the council to address the imbalance of standards of football in Munster. to address the imbalance of standards of football in Munster.

Committee Members Committee Members Chairman – John Landers (Munster Coaching Committee) Chairman – John Landers (Munster Coaching Committee) Secretary - Michael Power – Member of the Council Secretary - Michael Power – Member of the Council Members – Donal Fitzgibbon – Limerick Members – Donal Fitzgibbon – Limerick John Kiely – Waterford John Kiely – Waterford Bob Honohan – Cork Bob Honohan – Cork Pat Moroney – Tipperary Pat Moroney – Tipperary Tony O’Keeffe – Kerry Tony O’Keeffe – Kerry Noel Walsh – Clare. Noel Walsh – Clare.

Number of meetings held seven. Number of meetings held seven. Attendance Attendance ======3/9/07 24/9/07 15/10/07 19/11/07 10/12/07 7/1/08 28/1/08 ======3/9/07 24/9/07 15/10/07 19/11/07 10/12/07 7/1/08 28/1/08

John Landers 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 John Landers 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Michael Power 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Michael Power 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Donal Fitzgibbon 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Donal Fitzgibbon 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Bob Honohan 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 Bob Honohan 0 1 0 0 1 0 0

John Kiely 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 John Kiely 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Pat Moroney 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Pat Moroney 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Tony O’Keeffe 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 Tony O’Keeffe 1 1 0 1 1 0 1

Noel Walsh 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Noel Walsh 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 * *

 Special unscheduled meeting called at short notice.
 Special unscheduled meeting called at short notice.

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Preceived Problems Preceived Problems

1. The relative high standard of football in Cork and Kerry when viewed nationally. 1. The relative high standard of football in Cork and Kerry when viewed nationally. 2. The relative strength of hurling in the other four counties. 2. The relative strength of hurling in the other four counties. 3. Apathy in the four weaker counties to football caused by the prolonged lack of 3. Apathy in the four weaker counties to football caused by the prolonged lack of success at intercounty level. success at intercounty level. 4. Post Primary Schools football records show that only St Flannans College, Ennis 4. Post Primary Schools football records show that only St Flannans College, Ennis from the weaker counties consistently participates at ‘A’ level.. The colleges in from the weaker counties consistently participates at ‘A’ level.. The colleges in the four weaker counties are predominately competing in ‘C’ competitions.. See the four weaker counties are predominately competing in ‘C’ competitions.. See attached schedule which confirms this point. attached schedule which confirms this point.

Clare – 12 Schools Clare – 12 Schools ======Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Total Grade A Grade B Grade C ======Under 18 ½ 8 1 1 6 Under 18 ½ 8 1 1 6 Under 16 ½ 8 1 1 6 Under 16 ½ 8 1 1 6 Under 15 9 1 0 8 Under 15 9 1 0 8

Limerick – 15 Limerick – 15 Schools Schools ======Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Total Grade A Grade B Grade C 1Group Team in 1Group Team in Under 18 ½ 8 city 1 6 Under 18 ½ 8 city 1 6 Under 16 ½ 7 0 0 7 Under 16 ½ 7 0 0 7 Under 15 8 0 0 8 Under 15 8 0 0 8

Tipperary – 13 Tipperary – 13 Schools Schools ======Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Under 18 ½ 5 0 2 3 Under 18 ½ 5 0 2 3 Under 16 ½ 6 0 2 4 Under 16 ½ 6 0 2 4 Under15 5 0 2 3 Under15 5 0 2 3

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Waterford - 9 Waterford - 9 Schools Schools ======Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Total Grade A Grade B Grade C Under 18 ½ 5 0 0 5 Under 18 ½ 5 0 0 5 Under 16 ½ 6 0 2 4 Under 16 ½ 6 0 2 4 Under 15 7 0 2 5 Under 15 7 0 2 5

Senior A – 12 Senior B-16 Senior C – 32 Senior A – 12 Senior B-16 Senior C – 32 Cork/Kerry 10 12 12 Cork/Kerry 10 12 12 Others 2 4 20 Others 2 4 20

5. The lack of football coaching expertise in schools and clubs in Clare, Limerick, 5. The lack of football coaching expertise in schools and clubs in Clare, Limerick, Tipperary and Waterford. Tipperary and Waterford.

Topics Discussed to Date Topics Discussed to Date

1. How to raise football standards among football clubs in the weaker 1. How to raise football standards among football clubs in the weaker counties. counties.

Suggested Solution – A revitalisation of the Munster football league officially run by the Suggested Solution – A revitalisation of the Munster football league officially run by the council with the Vice Chairman acting as Chairman of the organizing committee. It is council with the Vice Chairman acting as Chairman of the organizing committee. It is suggested that the committee be comprised of a person from each county who has suggested that the committee be comprised of a person from each county who has responsibility for fixtures i.e. Fixtures Chairman or Assistant Secretary. responsibility for fixtures i.e. Fixtures Chairman or Assistant Secretary.

Suggested League Structure Suggested League Structure Groups of six teams comprised of one club from each county. Five games per section Groups of six teams comprised of one club from each county. Five games per section will be played with three at home and two away or vica versa. Initially, entries will be will be played with three at home and two away or vica versa. Initially, entries will be sought by invitation from the organizing committee. The organizing committee will grade sought by invitation from the organizing committee. The organizing committee will grade the teams. The review committee is suggesting that the competition will be serviced by the teams. The review committee is suggesting that the competition will be serviced by the council officials, including fixtures, referees, discipline and publicity. the council officials, including fixtures, referees, discipline and publicity.

Structure of competition to provide maximum opportunity to hurling and football with Structure of competition to provide maximum opportunity to hurling and football with their clubs. their clubs.

A suggested model:- A suggested model:- Hurling Football Hurling Football Munster League 5 5 Munster League 5 5 County League 5 5 County League 5 5 Club Championship 3 3 Club Championship 3 3 ------Total – (Minimum) 13 13 Total – (Minimum) 13 13 ======

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It is envisaged that a club progressing as laid out above could be involved in up to forty It is envisaged that a club progressing as laid out above could be involved in up to forty games in hurling and football combined. games in hurling and football combined.

2. Post Primary Schools 2. Post Primary Schools a) Engaging suitably experienced coaches to assist in the coaching of elite squads in a) Engaging suitably experienced coaches to assist in the coaching of elite squads in the various schools. the various schools. b) Increase funding to assist schools in coaching and promoting hurling and b) Increase funding to assist schools in coaching and promoting hurling and football. football.

3. McGrath Cup 3. McGrath Cup There are two schools of thought in the committee 1. To include Cork and Kerry There are two schools of thought in the committee 1. To include Cork and Kerry and 2. The competition be confined to the four weaker counties. and 2. The competition be confined to the four weaker counties.

4. Facilities 4. Facilities Proper physical facilities with lighting for inter county panels to prepare. Proper physical facilities with lighting for inter county panels to prepare.

Conclusion Conclusion ======A number of other topics are still being teased out by the committee e.g. A number of other topics are still being teased out by the committee e.g.

1. A Munster school of excellence for development squads. 1. A Munster school of excellence for development squads. 2. A Munster coaching academy for football coaches. 2. A Munster coaching academy for football coaches. 3. A blueprint for the development of best practice in physiology for conditioning of 3. A blueprint for the development of best practice in physiology for conditioning of players for gaelic games. players for gaelic games. 4. Special iniatives within the counties i.e. development squads, twinning etc 4. Special iniatives within the counties i.e. development squads, twinning etc 5. Discussion with the Munster coaching games managers in regard to football. 5. Discussion with the Munster coaching games managers in regard to football.

Finally, I thank everybody on the committee for their participation and co-operation. It is Finally, I thank everybody on the committee for their participation and co-operation. It is envisaged that the committee will have completed its deliberation by late Spring. Also, I envisaged that the committee will have completed its deliberation by late Spring. Also, I wish to say a sincere thanks to John Landers, Chairman for his support, the post primary wish to say a sincere thanks to John Landers, Chairman for his support, the post primary schools liasion officers, and finally to the Munster league committee for their schools liasion officers, and finally to the Munster league committee for their presentation to our committee. presentation to our committee.

Micheál de Paor, Micheál de Paor, Rúnaí. Rúnaí.

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Tuairisc Coiste na Reiteoiri 2007 Tuairisc Coiste na Reiteoiri 2007

The referees Administration Committee has been busier during 2007 than any other The referees Administration Committee has been busier during 2007 than any other year to date. The committee is made up of representatives from each of the 6 counties year to date. The committee is made up of representatives from each of the 6 counties in the province as follows. in the province as follows.

Hon. Chairman Jim Joe Landers (Waterford),) Hon. Secretary Kevin Walsh (Clare), Hon. Chairman Jim Joe Landers (Waterford),) Hon. Secretary Kevin Walsh (Clare), Committee: Wm. Robinson (Tipperary), John Motherway (Cork) Bart Moriarty Committee: Wm. Robinson (Tipperary), John Motherway (Cork) Bart Moriarty (Kerry), Tom Bennis (Limerick) and Eddie Cunningham (Waterford) (Kerry), Tom Bennis (Limerick) and Eddie Cunningham (Waterford)

Our Committee had 2 changes during 2007, Jim Landers replaced Wm. Robinson as Our Committee had 2 changes during 2007, Jim Landers replaced Wm. Robinson as chairman and Eddie Cunningham became the Waterford administrator and Co chairman and Eddie Cunningham became the Waterford administrator and Co representative on our committee, leaving the Chairman in an independent position. representative on our committee, leaving the Chairman in an independent position.

During 2007 we had 12 Administrator meetings. The recommendation of referees to During 2007 we had 12 Administrator meetings. The recommendation of referees to the council for games dominated most of our meetings but a lot of time was given to the council for games dominated most of our meetings but a lot of time was given to discussing the promotion and development of our new provincial referees and also the discussing the promotion and development of our new provincial referees and also the progression path of some of our younger referees was reviewed as was teamwork, progression path of some of our younger referees was reviewed as was teamwork, umpires, assessors, linesmen, sideline officials etc. umpires, assessors, linesmen, sideline officials etc.

The loyal band of referees who are committed to being fit enough to take charge of The loyal band of referees who are committed to being fit enough to take charge of our Munster games is on going and this is reflected by the numbers who attend our Munster games is on going and this is reflected by the numbers who attend regular collective training sessions during the winter months. The training sessions regular collective training sessions during the winter months. The training sessions take place at a number of different venues across the province. These collective take place at a number of different venues across the province. These collective sessions occurred every 2 weeks and this culminated with the Munster fitness test sessions occurred every 2 weeks and this culminated with the Munster fitness test which took place in University of Limerick on the track in March. All the training which took place in University of Limerick on the track in March. All the training was not aimed at just the referee’s, in this present time teamwork is very much part of was not aimed at just the referee’s, in this present time teamwork is very much part of refereeing and with this in mind we had a seminar for umpires in Claughaun GAA refereeing and with this in mind we had a seminar for umpires in Claughaun GAA pavilion in February and this involved all members of the Munster referee’s panels pavilion in February and this involved all members of the Munster referee’s panels who attended with their umpires. This proved to be very worthwhile. who attended with their umpires. This proved to be very worthwhile.

The development of our young referees continues from year to year and again this The development of our young referees continues from year to year and again this year we were in a position to appoint new referees to our Minor Hurling & Football year we were in a position to appoint new referees to our Minor Hurling & Football Finals. Also in these championships we were able to progress 4 new referees to this Finals. Also in these championships we were able to progress 4 new referees to this level of competition and this was attributable to their involvement in the U16 Hurling level of competition and this was attributable to their involvement in the U16 Hurling and Football Championships. and Football Championships.

To enable this development to continue it is of huge importance that recruitment of To enable this development to continue it is of huge importance that recruitment of referees continues and I mean at club level. In this area it continues to be a problem as referees continues and I mean at club level. In this area it continues to be a problem as it is becoming increasingly more difficult to encourage and convince people to take it is becoming increasingly more difficult to encourage and convince people to take up refereeing. We have 4 core tutors in Munster, Muiris O’Sullivan, John Motherway, up refereeing. We have 4 core tutors in Munster, Muiris O’Sullivan, John Motherway, Pat Moore and Kevin Walsh who are responsible for the organising and delivering of Pat Moore and Kevin Walsh who are responsible for the organising and delivering of all foundation courses in Munster. At the start of 2007 the newly formed Munster all foundation courses in Munster. At the start of 2007 the newly formed Munster Referees work group under the Chairmanship of Sean Fogarty initiated a very new Referees work group under the Chairmanship of Sean Fogarty initiated a very new venture, where we were able to deliver referees foundation course in the Garda venture, where we were able to deliver referees foundation course in the Garda Training College Templemore in August where a total of 15 participants completed Training College Templemore in August where a total of 15 participants completed the foundation course and met all the criteria and attained Certification. This was a the foundation course and met all the criteria and attained Certification. This was a very successful venture and was the 1st of its kind and due to the success it is intended very successful venture and was the 1st of its kind and due to the success it is intended

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to continue with other foundation courses during 2008. Also as one of his many tasks to continue with other foundation courses during 2008. Also as one of his many tasks Sean put a focus on refereeing and the numbers of referees being recruited by clubs in Sean put a focus on refereeing and the numbers of referees being recruited by clubs in the province on going. the province on going.

In 2007 there was a marked improvement in this area by most of the counties but he In 2007 there was a marked improvement in this area by most of the counties but he expressed concern that not enough was being done in the whole recruitment process expressed concern that not enough was being done in the whole recruitment process and that some counties were not putting their shoulder to the wheel. Some of the clubs and that some counties were not putting their shoulder to the wheel. Some of the clubs in the province are not playing their part in the recruitment process and are not in the province are not playing their part in the recruitment process and are not delivering foundation courses. Having visited some of the weaker counties during the delivering foundation courses. Having visited some of the weaker counties during the year it appears that this needs to happen again. Refereeing in some counties is at the year it appears that this needs to happen again. Refereeing in some counties is at the crisis stage and it is most important that serious consideration is given to the numbers crisis stage and it is most important that serious consideration is given to the numbers of referees coming thru to provincial level and if the trend continues we will have the of referees coming thru to provincial level and if the trend continues we will have the same crisis at inter-county level in the province within a couple of years. same crisis at inter-county level in the province within a couple of years.

From this perspective it is paramount that the supply chain is supported and From this perspective it is paramount that the supply chain is supported and maintained by and referees come thru the process system of club, county province and maintained by and referees come thru the process system of club, county province and this needs to be kept in a healthy state. The development of referees at club and this needs to be kept in a healthy state. The development of referees at club and county level is directly the responsibility of the Co. Administrator in association with county level is directly the responsibility of the Co. Administrator in association with the Executive of the Co Board’s. There is a great and urgent need for them to work the Executive of the Co Board’s. There is a great and urgent need for them to work closely together for the betterment of refereeing and the standard of our games. closely together for the betterment of refereeing and the standard of our games. The standard and pace of our games are such now that there is an even higher The standard and pace of our games are such now that there is an even higher demand on our referees and their ability to deliver top class performances on all demand on our referees and their ability to deliver top class performances on all occasions. occasions. We are fortunate in Munster that we have a panel of top class referees well capable of We are fortunate in Munster that we have a panel of top class referees well capable of reaching these standards. This has been helped by the development and progress path reaching these standards. This has been helped by the development and progress path which exists in the province fully supported by the Council. which exists in the province fully supported by the Council.

Appointments: Appointments: The Council again this year continued to place their trust in the referees committee The Council again this year continued to place their trust in the referees committee with the task of nominating referees to the Council’s Championship fixtures for with the task of nominating referees to the Council’s Championship fixtures for ratification to all games except Senior Championship. ratification to all games except Senior Championship.

2007 was a very successful one from a refereeing perspective as all our referees new 2007 was a very successful one from a refereeing perspective as all our referees new included acquitted themselves well and in general performed to the high standard included acquitted themselves well and in general performed to the high standard expected. In all a total of 48 referees were appointed to officiate in games which expected. In all a total of 48 referees were appointed to officiate in games which incorporated all championships, leagues and tournaments. incorporated all championships, leagues and tournaments.

Our committee recommended referees for the following competitions, Jim Power U14 Our committee recommended referees for the following competitions, Jim Power U14 Inter-county Football Tournament, Munster U16 Hurling & Football Championships, Inter-county Football Tournament, Munster U16 Hurling & Football Championships, Minor Hurling & Minor Football Championships, U21 Hurling & Football Minor Hurling & Minor Football Championships, U21 Hurling & Football Championships, Intermediate Hurling Championships, Junior Football Championships, Intermediate Hurling Championships, Junior Football Championship. The Munster Club Leagues in Hurling and Football, The Tipperary Championship. The Munster Club Leagues in Hurling and Football, The Tipperary Supporters Club U16 Hurling All Ireland Intercounty competition. Again this year Supporters Club U16 Hurling All Ireland Intercounty competition. Again this year this tournament proved very successful and allowed us to introduce young referees to this tournament proved very successful and allowed us to introduce young referees to officiate at these games. This was another great opportunity to progress some of our officiate at these games. This was another great opportunity to progress some of our new referees and it was of great benefit to the development of referees and culminated new referees and it was of great benefit to the development of referees and culminated with the Finals being played in Semple Stadium Thurles with 2 new referees taking with the Finals being played in Semple Stadium Thurles with 2 new referees taking charge of them and doing a great job. charge of them and doing a great job.

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During the Minor Hurling & Football Championships and U21 Hurling & Football During the Minor Hurling & Football Championships and U21 Hurling & Football Championships a number of referee’s new to championship fare were appointed. Championships a number of referee’s new to championship fare were appointed.

A total of 36 referees were appointed incorporating all championships and leagues, A total of 36 referees were appointed incorporating all championships and leagues, with at least 7 referees officiating at a higher level than last year. This culminated in with at least 7 referees officiating at a higher level than last year. This culminated in the appointment again this year of 2 referees to take charge of their 1st Provincial Final the appointment again this year of 2 referees to take charge of their 1st Provincial Final in Minor Hurling & Minor Football in which they performed to the highest standard. in Minor Hurling & Minor Football in which they performed to the highest standard.

Assessment & Monitoring Assessment & Monitoring This is an aid to refereeing which has proved to be invaluable in the coaching and This is an aid to refereeing which has proved to be invaluable in the coaching and development of our young referees who have come onto the Munster panel each year development of our young referees who have come onto the Munster panel each year and indeed it is a very useful resource in the area of consistency and application for and indeed it is a very useful resource in the area of consistency and application for our established referees also. Assessment has taken on a huge meaningful purpose in our established referees also. Assessment has taken on a huge meaningful purpose in these times as it gives very important feedback to our referees as they go about their these times as it gives very important feedback to our referees as they go about their task in all games. This also happens at club level, although not in all counties in the task in all games. This also happens at club level, although not in all counties in the province. A new Assessment form was introduced this year with even more clarity province. A new Assessment form was introduced this year with even more clarity and more transparency with a much broader band of feedback on different aspects of and more transparency with a much broader band of feedback on different aspects of rules and their application. I would definitely say that this has contributed hugely to rules and their application. I would definitely say that this has contributed hugely to the improvement of our referee’s performances and this has been another good year the improvement of our referee’s performances and this has been another good year for referees in Munster for referees in Munster

In each county where new foundation referees are trained suitable appointments and In each county where new foundation referees are trained suitable appointments and assessment is included as an integral part of their continued development. assessment is included as an integral part of their continued development. Improvement of referee’s performance will not happen if a mechanism like this one Improvement of referee’s performance will not happen if a mechanism like this one was not in place to inform the referee of his inconsistency and weaknesses and at the was not in place to inform the referee of his inconsistency and weaknesses and at the same time his strong points. Assessment does this and every county in the province same time his strong points. Assessment does this and every county in the province should strive to be active in this regard. The referees welcome this and look forward should strive to be active in this regard. The referees welcome this and look forward to receiving an assessment of their performance in a game. We have an obligation to to receiving an assessment of their performance in a game. We have an obligation to make sure this happens at all times going forward. make sure this happens at all times going forward.

In March we ran a course for Assessors and this was in keeping with the training In March we ran a course for Assessors and this was in keeping with the training module in the province like we have in place for referees. Assessors are trained so module in the province like we have in place for referees. Assessors are trained so they can give the correct feedback to the referee’s and to the appointments committee. they can give the correct feedback to the referee’s and to the appointments committee. In relation to assessing it would not be possible for our referees to be developed In relation to assessing it would not be possible for our referees to be developed without the help of our Assessors in Munster. Their contribution has been very fair without the help of our Assessors in Munster. Their contribution has been very fair and honest and the standard of refereeing has a very definite upward trend because of and honest and the standard of refereeing has a very definite upward trend because of this. I sincerely wish to thank all our assessors for their commitment and help during this. I sincerely wish to thank all our assessors for their commitment and help during the year. the year.

In this the year of the National Recruitment drive on refereeing which was launched In this the year of the National Recruitment drive on refereeing which was launched by our President Nicky Brennan in November, the importance of the club in relation by our President Nicky Brennan in November, the importance of the club in relation to recruitment was very much to the fore. to recruitment was very much to the fore. Just as the club is the supply chain for players it is also the conveyor belt for referees. Just as the club is the supply chain for players it is also the conveyor belt for referees. Every club should have at least 2 referees and an importance should be put on Every club should have at least 2 referees and an importance should be put on refereeing by clubs and not just on the day they are going to play championship. refereeing by clubs and not just on the day they are going to play championship. Clubs can benefit from having a referee in their club as he can play a part in the Clubs can benefit from having a referee in their club as he can play a part in the education of players on the rules at all levels and thereby possibly lessen the amount education of players on the rules at all levels and thereby possibly lessen the amount of difficulty that referees and players encounter when they come face to face. There is of difficulty that referees and players encounter when they come face to face. There is huge room for improvement here without hardly any inconvenience to anyone. huge room for improvement here without hardly any inconvenience to anyone.

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The development of referees is ongoing and it is most important. A huge amount of The development of referees is ongoing and it is most important. A huge amount of work has been done especially at foundation level where courses have been delivered work has been done especially at foundation level where courses have been delivered all over the province by the 4 tutors. Seminars for umpires and Assessors were all over the province by the 4 tutors. Seminars for umpires and Assessors were presented by them during the year. presented by them during the year. Going forward in 2008 an In-service Referees course was launched by Nicky Brennan Going forward in 2008 an In-service Referees course was launched by Nicky Brennan also in November and this course is designed for all serving referees some of whom also in November and this course is designed for all serving referees some of whom may not have undertaken a course at any time. This is a certificate course and must be may not have undertaken a course at any time. This is a certificate course and must be undertaken by all referees who have not completed a foundation course in the current undertaken by all referees who have not completed a foundation course in the current year. year.

Go-Games: Go-Games:

This year the Primary game was replaced by the Go Games and this proved to be of This year the Primary game was replaced by the Go Games and this proved to be of immense benefit to the development of very young referees and it has paved the way immense benefit to the development of very young referees and it has paved the way for a provincial referee’s course to be run in 2008 and this should also continue to for a provincial referee’s course to be run in 2008 and this should also continue to play a very important part in preparing referees for the bigger platform. play a very important part in preparing referees for the bigger platform.

It is still disappointing that we are not afforded the opportunity to recommend referees It is still disappointing that we are not afforded the opportunity to recommend referees to some very good underage intercounty tournaments run on an annual basis. In some to some very good underage intercounty tournaments run on an annual basis. In some of these it is mostly senior experienced referees who are asked to officiate. We see of these it is mostly senior experienced referees who are asked to officiate. We see these as an ideal opportunity and the next progression step for a new Provincial these as an ideal opportunity and the next progression step for a new Provincial referee to take, prior to his involvement at Minor Championship level. I speak of referee to take, prior to his involvement at Minor Championship level. I speak of course of the Tony Forrestal Tournament which is ideally suited for this and has high course of the Tony Forrestal Tournament which is ideally suited for this and has high profile games and would be a great learning curve for our less experienced but very profile games and would be a great learning curve for our less experienced but very capable developing young Munster referees. capable developing young Munster referees.

The Coiste na Reiteoiri is very appreciative of the support that the Council has again The Coiste na Reiteoiri is very appreciative of the support that the Council has again shown towards us during 2007. It has been a real pleasure working with them and I shown towards us during 2007. It has been a real pleasure working with them and I look forward to 2008. look forward to 2008.

I wish to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank all our referees who were I wish to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank all our referees who were appointed at Provincial & National level and those who had charge of Provincial & appointed at Provincial & National level and those who had charge of Provincial & All Ireland Finals very well done. To those who acted as 4th Officials and linesmen at All Ireland Finals very well done. To those who acted as 4th Officials and linesmen at our games during the year your help and co-operation was much appreciated. I also our games during the year your help and co-operation was much appreciated. I also wish to extend thanks and appreciation to John Motherway and Muiris O’Sullivan our wish to extend thanks and appreciation to John Motherway and Muiris O’Sullivan our National Tutors who continue to do tremendous work with recruitment, coaching and National Tutors who continue to do tremendous work with recruitment, coaching and development of our Munster Referees. development of our Munster Referees.

To the other Administrators for their help and co-operation and commitment during To the other Administrators for their help and co-operation and commitment during the year to our committee I say well done and thank you sincerely and to our the year to our committee I say well done and thank you sincerely and to our Chairman Jim Joe Landers who is now our voice at the National Referees Committee Chairman Jim Joe Landers who is now our voice at the National Referees Committee meetings. meetings.

Wishing everyone the best of luck for 2008 and hope all our referees have a very Wishing everyone the best of luck for 2008 and hope all our referees have a very successful and trouble free refereeing year ahead. successful and trouble free refereeing year ahead.

Caoimhin Breathnach Caoimhin Breathnach Runai Coiste na Reiteoiri. Runai Coiste na Reiteoiri.

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Club Development Implementation Programme Club Development Implementation Programme Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

Baill : Baill : Cathaoirleach : Cristoir O Cuana Cathaoirleach : Cristoir O Cuana Runai: Seosamh O Tuathaigh Runai: Seosamh O Tuathaigh Baill: Sean a’Cnuic, An Clar; Cristoir O Cillin, Ciarrai; Seosamh O Maidin, Baill: Sean a’Cnuic, An Clar; Cristoir O Cillin, Ciarrai; Seosamh O Maidin, Corcaigh Corcaigh

This Sub-Committee was set up at the end of 2005, to follow through on the This Sub-Committee was set up at the end of 2005, to follow through on the recommendations of C O Murchu’s Club Development Work Group. Discussions took recommendations of C O Murchu’s Club Development Work Group. Discussions took place with all members of the original Work Group and arising from these a Workshop place with all members of the original Work Group and arising from these a Workshop attended by senior officers of the Munster counties was held in Durlas Eile on 4u Marta attended by senior officers of the Munster counties was held in Durlas Eile on 4u Marta 2006. 2006.

At the Durlas Eile workshop, C O Cuana At the Durlas Eile workshop, C O Cuana clarified the priority issues (at County level) clarified the priority issues (at County level)

 Categorisation of every club into 1 of 3 development categories
 Categorisation of every club into 1 of 3 development categories
 Establishment of County Monitoring structures
 Establishment of County Monitoring structures
 Improved structures for Primary & Secondary schools
 Improved structures for Primary & Secondary schools
 Significantly increasing the number of club games played - in every age-group
 Significantly increasing the number of club games played - in every age-group and in both codes and in both codes
 Planning by County Boards for Land Acquisition in each Local Authority area
 Planning by County Boards for Land Acquisition in each Local Authority area
 New or Satellite clubs in certain urban areas
 New or Satellite clubs in certain urban areas

Progress: Progress: Initial meetings were held during 2006 with officers in each county ,other than An Clar. Initial meetings were held during 2006 with officers in each county ,other than An Clar. In each case, a list of action items was agreed. Second round follow-up meetings were In each case, a list of action items was agreed. Second round follow-up meetings were held with County officers in Ciarrai, Luimneach, Tiobraid Arann and Port Lairge in held with County officers in Ciarrai, Luimneach, Tiobraid Arann and Port Lairge in late 2006 and early 2007. Each of these counties undertook its own programme and late 2006 and early 2007. Each of these counties undertook its own programme and decided to have it monitored by the Executive, rather than set up a separate Monitoring decided to have it monitored by the Executive, rather than set up a separate Monitoring Committee as advocated by C O’Murchu’s Work Group. Corcaigh set up a separate Committee as advocated by C O’Murchu’s Work Group. Corcaigh set up a separate Monitoring Committee to address the principal issues raised by the Work Group and, to Monitoring Committee to address the principal issues raised by the Work Group and, to date, have met with all eight divisional boards (adult & juvenile), the County senior, date, have met with all eight divisional boards (adult & juvenile), the County senior, minor and juvenile boards and all of the school’s bodies. They are now entering the minor and juvenile boards and all of the school’s bodies. They are now entering the reporting and implementation stage. A preliminary discussion has taken place with An reporting and implementation stage. A preliminary discussion has taken place with An Clar. The Sub-Committee is now awaiting a progress report from each county during Clar. The Sub-Committee is now awaiting a progress report from each county during 2008, particularly on their updated ‘Club Games Played’ statistics. (This was seen by 2008, particularly on their updated ‘Club Games Played’ statistics. (This was seen by the original Work Group as a key indicator of the overall well-being of the Association the original Work Group as a key indicator of the overall well-being of the Association at club level in each county). at club level in each county).

S O Tuathaigh, S O Tuathaigh, Runai an Fo-Choiste Runai an Fo-Choiste

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Fo-Choiste Forbatha agus Comhairle Fo-Choiste Forbatha agus Comhairle Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007 Tuarascail Bhliantuil 2007

Baill: Baill:

Cathaoirleach: Tadhg O’Riain (Luimneach) Cathaoirleach: Tadhg O’Riain (Luimneach) Runaí: Séan a’ Cnoic (An Clár) Runaí: Séan a’ Cnoic (An Clár) Seamus O’Domhnaill (Tiobraid Arann); Séan O’Laoire (Port Lairge); Pádraig Seamus O’Domhnaill (Tiobraid Arann); Séan O’Laoire (Port Lairge); Pádraig O’Suilleabhain (Ciarraí); Deaghlán Breathnach (Corcaigh); Seán O’Riain (T.Arann) O’Suilleabhain (Ciarraí); Deaghlán Breathnach (Corcaigh); Seán O’Riain (T.Arann) Activities: Activities:

¾Comhairle ¾Comhairle

Comhairle as the name suggests refers to advice and assistance and in this context Comhairle as the name suggests refers to advice and assistance and in this context Comhairle has specific responsibility for the provision of advice on issues in relation to Comhairle has specific responsibility for the provision of advice on issues in relation to the administration and physical facilities pillars of the Association. the administration and physical facilities pillars of the Association.

The third pillar of coaching and games promotion is the responsibility of a separate The third pillar of coaching and games promotion is the responsibility of a separate committee at Munster level and we have a very good working relationship and work committee at Munster level and we have a very good working relationship and work jointly for the achievements of targets. E.g. The delivery of the Code of Best Practice for jointly for the achievements of targets. E.g. The delivery of the Code of Best Practice for youth in sport programme. youth in sport programme.

In 2007 in co-operation with the National Organisation and Planning Committee, we In 2007 in co-operation with the National Organisation and Planning Committee, we have established a new structure for the Facilitators in Munster who deliver our range of have established a new structure for the Facilitators in Munster who deliver our range of programmes – the specific Officer programme, the Pre-A.G.M. programme & the Club programmes – the specific Officer programme, the Pre-A.G.M. programme & the Club planning programme. planning programme.

Eibhear O’Dea is the provincial coordinator and is assisted by Jerome Conway (Cork & Eibhear O’Dea is the provincial coordinator and is assisted by Jerome Conway (Cork & Kerry); Michael Power (Tipperary & Waterford); and John Hill (Clare & Limerick). This Kerry); Michael Power (Tipperary & Waterford); and John Hill (Clare & Limerick). This structure will facilitate Clubs wishing to avail of a programme and will also provide structure will facilitate Clubs wishing to avail of a programme and will also provide structured support for the facilitators who do invaluable work on a voluntary basis structured support for the facilitators who do invaluable work on a voluntary basis throughout the province. throughout the province.

Since the beginning of 2008 we have been rolling out the programme for Club Chair- Since the beginning of 2008 we have been rolling out the programme for Club Chair- persons, Secretary’s, Treasurers & P.R.O’s in each county in the Province. While the persons, Secretary’s, Treasurers & P.R.O’s in each county in the Province. While the attendances have been quite good we feel that the programme is so important that in attendances have been quite good we feel that the programme is so important that in Counties where Clubs have not attended, the County Boards should organize a follow-up Counties where Clubs have not attended, the County Boards should organize a follow-up night either individually or in conjunction with a neighbouring County at a later date. night either individually or in conjunction with a neighbouring County at a later date.

The G.A.A. Website section on the “Club” is currently being updated and is an The G.A.A. Website section on the “Club” is currently being updated and is an invaluable source of information for Club, County and Provincial Officers in the invaluable source of information for Club, County and Provincial Officers in the management and administration of the G.A.A. management and administration of the G.A.A.

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2007 saw the continuation of a training programme in partnership between L.I.T. and the 2007 saw the continuation of a training programme in partnership between L.I.T. and the Coaching and Games and Comhairle Committees in Munster. This is an accredited Coaching and Games and Comhairle Committees in Munster. This is an accredited programme covering the following important aspects of Club Management - Coaching programme covering the following important aspects of Club Management - Coaching and the development of coaching plans, club administration and management, the use of and the development of coaching plans, club administration and management, the use of I.T. for communication presentation and research purpose.Bringing all of these acquired I.T. for communication presentation and research purpose.Bringing all of these acquired skills together to produce a strategic plan for your club. Seán O’Fogartaigh, former skills together to produce a strategic plan for your club. Seán O’Fogartaigh, former Council Chairman and Dr. Maria G. Hinfelaar, Director of L.I.T. jointly presented Council Chairman and Dr. Maria G. Hinfelaar, Director of L.I.T. jointly presented certificates to the successful candidates in early 2007. This programme commences in certificates to the successful candidates in early 2007. This programme commences in Feb. 11th. for 2008. For further information contact Eddie O’Sullivan at L.I.T. or on 086- Feb. 11th. for 2008. For further information contact Eddie O’Sullivan at L.I.T. or on 086- 1742483. 1742483.

Physical Development: Physical Development:

John Ryan, Liam Mullane, and their workgroup of Stan Flynn, John Fawl, Michael John Ryan, Liam Mullane, and their workgroup of Stan Flynn, John Fawl, Michael Carroll and Patrick O’Sullivan continued with their programme of work, advising clubs Carroll and Patrick O’Sullivan continued with their programme of work, advising clubs on the provision and maintenance of physical facilities in accordance with best practice on the provision and maintenance of physical facilities in accordance with best practice during 2007. Work on the Club signage programme is ongoing and we would encourage during 2007. Work on the Club signage programme is ongoing and we would encourage all Clubs to avail of this opportunity to provide modern bi-lingual signage for their all Clubs to avail of this opportunity to provide modern bi-lingual signage for their grounds. grounds.

Buiochás: Buiochás:

Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochás a gabháil le Cathaoirleach an Choiste, Tadhg O’Riain agus Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochás a gabháil le Cathaoirleach an Choiste, Tadhg O’Riain agus na baill eile as uacht an obair a rinne siad i rith na blianna. na baill eile as uacht an obair a rinne siad i rith na blianna.

Thanks to the members of the Physical Development workgroup for their ongoing efforts. Thanks to the members of the Physical Development workgroup for their ongoing efforts. A special thanks to Cath. an Comhairle Seamús O’Gormain agus don Runaí Siomón A special thanks to Cath. an Comhairle Seamús O’Gormain agus don Runaí Siomón O’Maolrunaí for their co-operation and support throughout 2007. Wishing all members O’Maolrunaí for their co-operation and support throughout 2007. Wishing all members every success in 2008. every success in 2008.

Seán a’Cnoic, Seán a’Cnoic, Runaí Fo-Choiste agus Comhairle. Runaí Fo-Choiste agus Comhairle.

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