Comhdháil na Mumhan 2010

A Chara, Tionófar an 106ú Comhdháil na Mumhan san Ostán Listowel Arms Hotel, Co. Ciarraí, ar an Aoine 5ú Marta, 2010, ag tosnú ar 19:30. 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 ag an gComhdháil.

Mass is at 18:15 hrs followed by Convention meal. Clár na Comhdhála 1. Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe 2. Appointment of Tellers 3. Miontuairisci na Comhdhála Deiridh ar 6/3/2009 4. Tuairisc an Rúnaí 5. Tuairisc an Chuntasóra agus Cuntaisi Chomhairle na Mumhan 6. Tuairisci na gCoistí Scol is na Fó-Choistí eile 7. Óraid an Chathaoirligh 8. Togha na nOifigeach – o Cathaoirleach o Leas-Chathaoirleach o Cisteoir o Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí o Cuntasóir 9. Oraid Uachtarán Cumann Lúthchleas Gael. Criostóir Ó Cuana. 10. Na Ruin agus na Fo Dhlithe 11. Aon Ghnó eile.

Bun-Órdaithe Standing Orders In order that the proceedings of the Convention are carried out without delay, the following Standing Orders will be observed.

1. The Proposer of a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 5 minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. 2. A Delegate speaking to a resolution or an Amendment thereto may speak for 5 minutes, but not more than 5 minutes. 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 time to the same Resolution or Amendment . 4. The Chairman may at any time he considers a matter has been sufficiently discussed call on the Pro poser for a reply, and when that has been given a vote must be taken. 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 taken. 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-thirds of those present and entitled to vote.

3 Ainmniuchain - Nominations Cathaoirleach : Sean Breathnach (Ciarraí) Nominated by: Ciarraí, Luimní, Tiobraid Árann, an Clár, agus Chorcaí. Leas – Cathaoirleach: Sean Ó Costagáin ( Tiobraid Árann) Nominated by: Tiobraid Árann . Roibeard an tSeacha (an Clár) Nominated by: An Clár . Cisteoir: Micheal De Paor (Tiobraid Árann) Nominated by: Tiobraid Árann. Luimní, an Clár, agus Chorcaí. Oifigeach Chaidreamh Poiblí: Seamus Mac Firbhisig (Corcaigh) Nominated by: Chorcaí, Luimní, Tiobraid Árann, agus an Clár, Cuntasoirí: PricewaterhouseCoopers (Finance and Management committee)

Na Rúin - Motions The following are the motions received 2. Comhairle na Mumhan CLG from Counties in accordance with Rule investigate the possibility of 3.17 TO 2009. developing an Astra - Turf Facility in a central location within the 1. That no extra time be played at Province to facilitate the staging 1st round or quarter final level in of Second and Third level College the Munster Senior Hurling and games, thus eliminating the Senior Football Championships. uncertainty that exists due to the (CLG. Muilte Uí Cheallachain- inclement weather we have been An Clar). experiencing during the colleges season in recent years. (CLG Innis Diomáin- An Clar).

Munster GAA Officers 2009

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Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Fo Dhlithe Munster GAA Provincial Council Bye Laws

In accordance with Rule 3:31Treoraí Games, (b) the hearing of Appeals not appoint a Special Hearings Committee Oifigiúil 2009 the Munster Provincial arising from or associated with the or Competition Control Committee to Council shall consist of the Chairperson, Provincial Competitions Control hear such cases. Vice Chairperson,Treasurer, Public Committee. Relations’ Officer, full-time Secretary Subject to the overall jurisdiction of (without voting rights) Full-time assistant In such cases of (a) and (b) above, the Provincial Council, the Secretary (without voting rights and two hearings and adjudication shall be by Management & Finance Committee re-presentatives from each County.The the Officers and neutral Counties’ shall be responsible for: immediate past Council Chairperson Representatives. (a) The Administration of the shall be an ex-officio member for the Provincial Council’s affairs year following termination of office. The Management & Finance, between meetings. Competitions Control Committee and (b) Policy Initiation and The Handball Regional Council, the Planning & Physical Develop-ment Implementation. ProvincialThird Level Colleges’ Council, Committees shall report to the (c) Finance – It shall be the the Provincial Post-Primary Schools’ Provincial Council as shall other sub Finance Committee of the Council and the Provincial Primary committees and workgroups as Council, with responsibility for Schools’ Committee shall each have one required. Budgetary Control, and the representative, without voting rights, on placing of financial the Council. Sub-Committees recommendations before the In accordance with Rule 3:34, Council for approval. The following proposal if passed Treoraí Oifigiúil 2009 the Munster (d) Recommending to Council the shall not come into being during Provincial Council shall have the appointment of the tenure of the Current Life following Sub-Committees: (i) Sub-Committee Chairpersons President. (where not otherwise An Honorary President, shall be (i) Management & Finance statutorily provided for) appointed by the Council on a County Committee (ii) Work Groups to deal with rotational basis and may attend There shall be a Management & delegated matters/activities. Council Meetings, without voting rights. Finance Committee which shall consist (iii) A Provincial Referees’ The appointment of an of the Chairperson, the Administrator. Honorary President by the Council full-time Secretary (without voting (e) The consideration of Reports shall coincide with the term of the rights), Full- time assistant Secretary from the following Sub- newly elected Chairperson and shall (without voting rights) the Vice Committees: Coaching and take place following the recommen- Chairperson, the Treasurer, the Public Games Development, Cultural, dation of the Management and Finance Relations’ Officer and the immediate Public Relations/Marketing, and Committee who shall put forward the past Council Chairperson for the year from other Work Groups. name for appointment by the Council. following the termination of his/her office. (ii) Provincial Competitions The Powers and Functions of the Control Committee Council are as set out in the Treoraí The following shall only apply There shall be a Provincial Oifigiúil 2009 and all subsequent where Congress 2010 has passed Competitions Control Committee editions. the proposed Munster GAA which shall consist of the Chairperson, motion. the full-time Secretary (without voting Delegated Authority to Sub- The Treasurer of the Munster Council rights), the Vice-Chairperson, the Committees shall be as set out as in shall not serve in that Officer position Treasurer, the Public Relations’ Officer, Treoraí Oifigiúil and in these Bye Laws. for more than six consecutive years. of the Council, one Representative In accordance with Rule 7.14. To 2009 from each County, who shall be The Provincial Council shall retain The Management and Finance nominated by their respective direct responsibility for (a) Matters of committee shall have the power Counties at the beginning of the General Discipline, not arising from delegated to it by the Council, to Provincial Council’s year, and the

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Provincial Referees’ Administrator Competitions Control The Council full-time Secretary, acting (who shall attend meetings only for the Committee and the Central on behalf of the Competitions Control purpose of appointing Referees and Hearings Committee. Committee, may deem, Objections or shall be entitled to vote on same). The o Counter Objections in order, although Council Chairperson shall chair the It shall deal with Referees’ they refer to incorrect rule numbers Provincial Competitions Control Reports and matters arising though it is clear from the contents Committee and the Council full-time from same other than those which rule(s) is/are involved. The Secretary shall act as secretary to the functions reserved to the Council full-time Secretary, acting on Committee unless they are ineligible Provincial Hearings Committee behalf of the Competitions Control under rule or unavailable due to other and to the Central Committee, may afford a unit which circumstances. In cases of ineligibility Competitions Control lodges an Objection or Counter or unavoidable absence the Committee. Matters arising Objection not complying with rule 1:7 Committee shall appoint eligible from Referees’ Reports in Treoraí Oifigiúil 2009 one opportunity replacement(s). respect of Senior Inter County to repair the defect(s) in advance of Championships are reserved to the hearing. Subject to the overall jurisdiction the Central Competitions of the Provincial Council, the Provincial Control Committee and the (d) Inter County Transfers Competitions Control Committee shall Central Hearings Committee It shall deal with transfers within the have plenary powers and as appropriate. jurisdiction of Munster Provincial responsibilities in the following matters: o Council. The full-time Secretary shall It shall monitor the fixture be delegated authority to deal with (a) Provincial Council Fixtures programme of each county routine transfer applications on behalf within its jurisdiction and make of the Committee within the limits o It shall be responsible for a report or take appropriate set out in rule. In accordance with rule all arrangements (including the action as required. 7:1 (a) of Treoraí Oifigiúil 2009 the appointment of Referees for Council full-time Secretary is o It shall control all grading or non Inter-County Senior authorised tocarry out the following re-grading in respect of County Championship Games) for and routine administrative functions on or Club Championships. the control of games under the behalf of the Competitions Control jurisdiction of the Munster o It shall have the right to alter Committee in relation to Disciplinary Provincial Council. It shall be any venue at which fixtures Action: responsible for matters arising have been made, when the from these games other than recommendation of the a. Making a written Request for those functions reserved to Planning and Physical Develop- Referee where there is the Provincial Hearings ment Committee deems such ambiguity in his report Committee, the Central an alteration to be in the relating to an alleged Competitions Control best interests of public safety. Infraction. Committee, the Central b. The issue of written notices Referees’ Appointments (b) Appointment of Referees advising the imposition of Committee and the Central It shall be responsible for the penalties for Infractions Hearings Committee. appointment of Referees for non Inter- carrying the penalty of a County Senior Championship Games. specified fine in Rule as o It shall hear Objections and It may appoint a Workgroup, from provided for in rule 7:2 Counter Objections arising within its membership, for this Treoraí Oifigiúil 2009. from the games programme purpose. c. Preparation of Discip- within the jurisdiction of linary Reports in cases of Munster Provincial Council (c) Objections, Counter Objections alleged Category I, II and III It shall process Objections, Counter Infractions as disclosed in a o It shall investigate and process Objections arising from or associated Referees Report. matters relating to the with Games under the jurisdiction of d. Issuing Players who make Enforcement of Rules and Munster Provincial Council, with the requests in urgent cases, as Match Regulations, other than power of decision. Hearings and referred to in rule, with those functions reserved to adjudication shall be by the neutral clarification between meetings the Provincial Hearings Officers and neutral Counties’ of the Competitions Control Committee, the Central Representatives Committee.

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e. Issuing Notice of Committee which shall consist of (12) The Hearings Committee Secretary, Disciplinary Action in the members appointed by the Munster acting on behalf of the Hearings prescribed Form arising from Provincial Council. Membership of the Committee, may afford an appellant cases referred to at c above. Provincial Hearings Committee shall one opportunity to repair defect(s) in f. Issuing confirmation of the consist of the six county an appeal not complying with rule 1.7 imposition of Penalties to representatives that are not members Treoraí Oifigiúil 2009, in advance of the Defending Parties in the of the Provincial Competitions Control appeal hearing. prescribed form of Notice in Committee and six other members. cases where: The six other members, excluding A Member of the Hearings o The Reply Form in members of the Provincial Committee, who is a member of any response to the Notice of Competitions Control Committee and unit or has a role in relation to any Disciplinary Action Management & Finance Committee, Member, Team or Unit, involved in received from the shall be appointed by the Council Disciplinary proceedings, shall stand Defending Party confirms (following the recommendation of the down from prosecuting or adjudicating acceptance of the Management and Finance Committee). the case. Proposed Penalty or A Chairperson and Secretary shall be o The Defending Party fails appointed by the Council (on the The Hearings Committee shall to return a Reply Form recommendation of the Management conduct its affairs in accordance with within the prescribed and Finance Committee). The quorum the procedures and rules of evidence three day period. for Hearings of the Hearings contained in Treoraí Oifigiúil. g. Passing copies of the Notice Committee shall be three members in of Disciplinary Action and accordance with rule 3.34 (iii) (iv) Planning & Physical Reply Form to the Secretary TO 2009. Development Committee of the Provincial Hearings There shall be a Planning & Physical Committee in cases where The Provincial Hearings Committee Development Committee which shall the Defending Party requests shall have plenary powers to consist of the Chairperson, the full- a Hearing. adjudicate on all Disciplinary matters time Secretary (without voting rights), where a hearing is requested relating Chairperson, Treasurer, Public Relations’ The full-time Secretary shall report on to the Enforcement of Rules (excluding Officer, full-time Secretary (without all routine cases dealt with in this Objections and County Objections) voting rights) Full-time assistant manner between meetings to the arising from games under the Secretary (without voting rights) the Competition Control Committee. jurisdiction of Munster Provincial Vice Chairperson, the Treasurer, the Council, excluding matters of Public Relations’ Officer and one In general the Chairperson and full- Misconduct and Breaches of Match representative of each County, (other time Secretary shall represent the Regulations arising from Provincial than the representatives appointed to Competitions Control Committee and Inter-County Senior Championship the Competitions Control Committee) present the evidence contained in Games. who shall be nominated by their Disciplinary Reports to Hearings of the respective Counties at the beginning of Provincial Hearings Committee. In The Committee shall have plenary the Provincial Council’s year. their absence any other members of powers to hear appeals lodged by Subject to the overall jurisdiction the Competitions Control Committee Members or units against decisions of of Provincial Council, the Planning shall represent the Committee and committees from counties under the & Physical Development Committee present evidence. jurisdiction of Munster Provincial shall be responsible for Grounds’ Council. The Council full time Development, Club Development, A Member of the Competitions Secretary may act as non-voting Club and County Administration, and Control Committee, who is a member Secretary to the Hearings Committee Grounds’ Safety. It shall have the of any unit or has a role in relation to when dealing with Appeals. authority to examine venues, at which any Member, Team or Unit, involved in fixtures are to take place to assess Disciplinary proceedings, shall stand The Hearings Committee Secretary, their suitability and safety standards, down from prosecuting or adjudicating acting on behalf of the Hearings and advise the Competitions Control in the particular case. Committee, may deem Appeals in Committee accordingly. order, although they refer to incorrect (iii) Provincial Hearings rule numbers though the context (vii) Cultural Committee Committee makes clear what rule is concerned. There shall be a Cultural Committee There shall be a Provincial Hearings which shall consist of a Chairperson

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and a Secretary (both appointed by The Committee shall be responsible Proxy Representatives the Provincial Council), the for Publicity, Marketing and A County may, by written notification Chairperson and Secretary of the Publications. to the full-time Provincial Secretary, Provincial Scór Committee, and one have a Proxy Representative in member nominated by each County Council Representation On Sub attendance at Meetings of the Committee. – Committees. Provincial Council or its Sub- A Voting member of the Council shall Committees. The Committee shall be responsible be appointed to each of the Council References to Rule for (a) Irish Language (b) Scor and sub Committees where that sub - References to rules in Treoraí Oifigiúil (c) other cultural activities. committee does not already have such quoted in these Bye- Laws shall be a Council member as one of its sub – interpreted as automatically referring committee members. This Council (viii) Public to theamended versions or the re- member shall be responsible for Relations/Marketing Committee numbered rules following changes reporting to Council on matters There shall be a Public approved by Congress from time to pertaining to the work of that Relations/Marketing Committee, which time. shall consist of the Public Relations sub – committee. Where practical Officer (as Chairperson), a Secretary Workgroups shall also have a voting In addition to subcommittees (appointed by the Provincial Council), member of the Council as one of its reporting to Management Committee and one member nominated by each workgroup members who shall also they must also report to Comhairle na County Committee. report to Council. Mumhan.

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8 Míontuaíríscí na Comhdhála Deírídh Minutes of Annual Convention 2009 SAN OSTÁN Woodlands House Hotel Adare ar 6ú Marta 2009

The Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó An Clár: Dónal Ó Nialláin, Tiobraid Árann, Gormáin, (Portláirge) presided Micheál Ó Néill, (Cathaoirleach), An tAthair Séamus Gairnéar, at the 105th Annual Convention Pádraig Mac Gearailt, (Rúnaí), Tiobraid Árann, of Comhairle Na Mumhan CLG Seán a’Chnoic, (Leas Cathaoirleach), Nollaig Breathnach, An Clár, held in the “The Woodlands Sil Ó Concubhair, (Oifigeach Criostóir Ó Cuana, Corcaigh. House Hotel” Adare, County Caidreamh Poiblí), Limerick on Friday, 6th March Bearnard Ó Cathain(Cisteoir) agus Daoine Eile í Lathair: 2009. Pádraig Ó Freaghaile, Caoimhín Breathnach, Rúnaí, Ciarraí: Fo-Coiste na Réiteoirí; Tadhg Ó Broin, The following members of Comhairle Cumann na mBunscoileanna; , Na Mumhan CLG were also present: D. Ó Conbhuí, (Cathaoirleach) Peadar Twiss (Rúnaí), Liam Mac Roibín, Tiobraid Árann; Seán Breathnach, Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin (leas Deasún Mac Concró, An Clár; Leas-Cathaoirleach, Cathaoirleach), Marion Uí Ghreachain , Cumann Micheál de Paor, Cisteoir, Muiris Ó Mahtúna, Camogaíochta na Mumhan; Liam Ó Rinn, Fo-Coiste Culturtha; Éamon Ó Séamus Mac Firbhisigh, Oifigeach Máirín Ó Sé, (Oifigeach Caidreamh Maolrunaí, Cathaoirleach, Comhairle Caidreamh Poiblí, Poiblí), agus Diarmuid Ó Loingsigh. Padraig Mac Gearailt, Iar-Bhunscoileanna na Mumhan; Corcaigh: Tomás De Búrca, An Clár; Rúnaí na Comhairle, Diarmuid Ó Suilleabháin Dónal Ó Niallagáin, Leas Rúnaí Tofa, Dónal Ó Niallagáin, Leas Rúnaí, (Cathaoirleach), Comhairle na Mumhan; Liam Mac An Airchinnaigh, Roibeard Ó Riain (Leas-Cathaoirleach), Tomás Ó hEaluithe, Coiste Scór na Uachtarán Oinigh, Mumhan; Micheál Ó Riain, Luimneach: Cathaoirleach, Cumann Peil na mBan; Baill den Chomhairle: Liam Ó Leannacháin(Cathaoirleach), Tadgh Ó Riain, Fo-Coiste Forbartha. An Clár: Roibeard an tSeaca Eibhlín Ní Crossaín, Pádraig Ó Dálaigh Pairc an Crocaigh. P. S Mac Duabhan; Sean Ó Galbhán, Liam Ó Neill, Coiste Rialacha Imeartha. Ciarraí: Teidí Ó Suilleabháin Eoin Ó hAodha( Cisteoir), Nic Lannchaidh Pairc an Crocaigh, Liam Ó Conchúir; Liam Ó hEachthairn, De Róiste. Roibeard Báicéir Pairc an Crocaigh. Corcaigh: Proinnsias Ó Murchú Portláirge: Piaras P. Ó Murchú; Aifreann na Comhdhála: Pádraig Mac Gráinne, Luimneach: Ruairí Ó Cadhla Ghabh an Cathaoirleach búiochas leis Tomás Ó Cuinneagáin, (Leas- Micheál Ó Riordán; An tAthair Séamus Gairnéar as Cathaoirleach), Portláirge: Tomás Ó hAonghusa Aifreann na Comhdhála a rá le chéile \Antóin Breathnach, Sheamus Ó Brion, P. S. Ó Riain; do na Theachtaí agus ar son Seosamh Ó Clerigh, agus Tiobraid Dónal Ó Seancháin anamnacha na nGael a fuair bás í rith S.S.De Lonndra. Árann: Seán Ó Riain. na mbliana seo caite. Tiobraid Árann: Liam de Róiste, Barra Ó Briain, (Cathaoirleach), Fáilte: Comhairle Liathróid Láimhe, Dónal Ó Caoimh &Tomás S. Tadhg De Floid, (Rúnaí), Chuir Liam Ó Ó Leannacháin, Diarmuid Ó Rinn, Conchúir Ó hÓgáin, Cathaoirleach Coiste Chontae Luimní, Mac Aogáin, Comhairle Iar- Maitiú Ó Riain agus Micheál Mac fáilte is fiche don chontae roimh Oifigí, Bhunscoileanna na Mumhan, Shithigh. Iar-Oifigí agus baill den Chomhairle An Br. S. L. Ó Duidhíorma, Coiste na agus roimh na Theachtaí uilig. He mBunscoileanna, Iar-Oifigí den Chomhairle: wished the delegates well in their The following County Delegates were Micheál Ó Freaghaile, Tiobraid Árann, decision making. in attendance:

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Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe: possible. While we had a drop in i) Coaching and Games. Glacadh le Bun-Ordaithe na income from gates this could be Ar mholadh: P.S. O Riain, Roibeard an Comhdhála ar moladh Liam Ó explained by the two replays in Senior tSeaca ag cuidiú leis, Leannacháin (Luimneach), Ruairí Ó Hurling in 2007, while in 2008 we had Tadhg Ó Broin, Cathaoirleach Cadhla (Luimneach) ag cuidiú leis. no replay in our Senior Competitions. Cumman Na mBunscoil raised the He added that our attendances over issue of a Servicing Officer for Miontuairiscí na Comhdhála 2007 were increased taking this into Cumman na mBunscoil. He stated that Deiridh 29/2/2008: account. Dónal Ó Niallagáin, Leas this proposal has been put to the Glacadh le míontuaíríscí na Comhdhála Rúnaí thanked those who helped Officers of the Council and that this Deiridh, dár dháta 29ú Feabhra 2008, during the year and in particular the area of education was now the only in Ostán ar mholadh Séamus Mac County Treasurers and stiles men. He one without such help. He asked that Firbhisigh, P.S.Ó Riain (Portlairge) ag explained aspects of the accounts and the Council accede to this request. cuidiú leis. in particular differences as a result of An Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó Gormáin Cursaí ag eirí as na Miontuairiscí: having a full audit for the first time. stated that the Council was fully appreciative of the work being done in Ruairí Ó Cadhla (Luimneach) raised Joe Mc Antee on behalf of the our Primary schools and we were the issue of Council Grant allocations Auditors explained the Auditors continuing to look at the area in being listed in The Annual Convention statement attached to the accounts conjunction with Croke Park. Booklet. An Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó and thanked all for their help in Sean Breathnach Leas Cathaoirleach Gormáin stated that this could happen conducting the Audit. Micheál Ó stated that we considered this and had in future Convention Booklets. Freaghaile complimented the Council discussions with Croke Park on this Tuairisc An Rúnaí: on having an Audit for the first time. issue. He added that the Council were € Glacadh le Tuairisc an Rúnaí ar He also complimented the new format contributing 85,000 approx to mholadh: Ruairí Ó Cadhla (Luimneach of the Convention Booklet. He stated Cumman na mBunscoil and that this Micheál Ó Riordáin, (Luimneach) ag that County Boards should now have could be restructured if it was felt cuidiú leis. audits as a normal practice. He warned appropriate. We will look at this again against complacency as crowds in the context of the overall budget. Nollaig Breathnach, An Clár stated that attending our games were dwindling he was delighted that we were back to and this would put pressure on Eoin Ó hAodha (Luimneach) asked an “Open Draw” in our Senior Football Council to meet their commitments. about the new structure being Championship. He added that this He queried the statement that there introduced in Coaching personnel and decision was a mistake. An was different expenses incurred in asked who would take responsibility if Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó Gormáin holding games at different venues and some current employees were not stated that this decision was not a added that he thought this had been given employment in any new mistake as it had been a democratic sorted out. He also expressed surprise structure. decision taken by the Council and they at the increase in administration Sean Breathnach outlined the position were entitled to take such a decision. expenses. Dónal Ó Niallagáin and explained that Counties would responded to this stating that the Following completion of the have to make the hard calls and decide Council had 1) now a CEO and Secretary’s report an Cathaoirleach, what they wanted. A decision had Deputy CEO as well as a three month Séamus Ó Gormáin complimented the been made to put a new structure in change over period where the former Runaí on his first report which he place and if counties were happy to CEO Siomón Ó Maolrunaí was still described as comprehensive and continue employing their GPO s employed by the Council. He added informative. outside this structure then they could that there was also expenses carried do so but they would have to fund this Tuairisc An Chuntasóra agus over from a function in 2007, as well as themselves. If they did not, then they Cursaí Airgeadais: a function for the outgoing CEO in would be responsible for the 2008. The cost of the full audit was also As our accounts were audited in 2008 redundancy of these employees. a full audit and Treasurers report were a factor. This accounted for the put before Convention. increase he explained. He also pointed ii) Comhairle Iarbhunscoileanna na Ar mholadh: Liam Ó Conchúir, P.S. O out that he expected this figure to be Mumhan. Riain ag cuidiú leis. reduced in the current year. Ar mholadh: P. S. Ó Riain, Ruairí Ó Cadhla ag cuidiú leis. Tuairsc na Fó- choiste. Micheál de Paor, Cisteoir stated that Tomás S. Mac Aogáin, Comhairle Iar- we had got a clean audit and thanked The reports of the various Council Sub- Bhunscoileanna na Mumhan stated that all those who helped make this Committee’s were adopted as follows: the amalgamation of the two second

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level body was now going well Ó Conchúir ag cuidiú leis. As well as a improvements in our Web Site and following a recent meeting with three month change over period outlined ideas for match day Officers of the Council and there was where the former CEO Siomón Ó presentation improvements. further meetings planned. There was Maolrunaí was still employed by the now a need to put these structures in Council. He added that there was also (vii) Fó Choiste Forbatha place in our counties and three expenses carried over from a function agus Comhairle. counties had already done so. in 2007, as well as a function for the Ar mholadh: Micheál Ó Riordán, Ruairí An Cathaoirleach, Séamus Ó Gormáin outgoing CEO in 2008. The cost of the Ó Cadhla, ag cuidiú leis. welcome this and assured everyone full audit was also a factor. This Seán a’Chnoic, stated that their main that the Council would be supportive accounted for the increase he role is to liaise with County of making this happen. explained. He also pointed out that he Development Officers and support for expected this figure to be reduced in the delivery of the Comhairle iii) ColáistíTriú Leibhéil na Mumhan. Ar the current year. S.S. De Lonndra, Programme. In the coming year the mholadh: Cathaoirleach, Fo-coiste na Réilteorí, implementation of the National Ruairí Ó Cadhla, Liam Ó Conchúir ag thanked the Council for their support Strategic Plan in the area of Club cuidiú leis. An Cathaoirleach, Séamus in developing new referees, he stated Development would be the focus for Ó Gormáin congratulated CIT on their that Counties were taking recruitment the committee. winning performance in the Sigerson seriously and referee courses were (viii) Physical Development workgroup. Cup and wished UL and UCC well in being organised with success in most Ar mholadh: Liam Ó Conchúir, the Fitzgibbon Final the following day. counties. Roibeard an tSeaca ag cuidiú leis. Sean Ó Riain stated that the signage iv) Comhairle Liathroid Laimhena (vi) Fó Choiste Caidhreamh Poiblí agus programme was going well and about Mumhan. Margaíochta. 50% of clubs in the Province had taken Ar mholadh: Liam de Róiste Tomás Ó Ar mholadh: PS ó Riain, Roibeard up the initiative. hAonghusa ag cuidiú leis. an tSeaca ag cuidiú leis. Liam de Róiste thanked the Council Séamus Mac Firbhisigh thanked An runaí Pádraig Mac Gearailt stated for their support he identified the everyone who helped out with that renewal of this agreement with schools sector as the area for handball programmes in 2008 especially the the local authorities will be difficult in to target. County PROs he informed the the current economic climate and Convention that they had many asked that clubs should take advantage (v)Tuairsc na Réiteoirí. initiatives planned for 2009 in line with of this initiative this year to avail of the Ar mholadh: Roibeard an tSeaca Liam the 125 celebrations. He spoke of current agreement.

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(ix) Fó Choiste Cultúrtha. ORÁID AN next month. Christy is a proud son of Ar mholadh: P.S.Ó Riain, Micheál CHATHAOIRLIGH Youghal, a neighbouring town of my Ó Riordán, ag cuidiú leis. own heartland, and his massive (Séamus Ó Gormáin) contribution to this Association on so (x) Fó Choiste Scór. A Chairde Uilig, many fronts needs no commendation Ar mholadh: Seán Ó Riain, Liam from me or from anyone else. In truth Ó Conchúir ag cuidiú leis. Tonight as I prepare to deliver my address to Annual Convention in this they speak eloquently and adequately (xi) Cumman Gaelach na dTionnscail proud and historic Treaty city, I want to for themselves. Christy takes over at a na Mumhan. reflect on another year of outstanding challenging time in our history, but I Ar mholadh: Seán a’Chnoic, Roibeard progress and achievement by Cumann have no doubt that he possesses all an tSeaca ag cuidiú leis. Lúthchleas Gael at all levels, and most the qualities, and more, to carry on from where his great Kilkenny (xii) Coiste Athbhreithniú Peil. especially here in the great province of predecessor leaves off. Ar mholadh: P.S.Ó Riain, Roibeard an Munster over which our jurisdiction as a Council most directly impacts. This tSeaca ag cuidiú leis. On the field two achievements stand year of 2009 is of course a very special Sean de Londra informed the out for me, although I will accept that one in the life of our great Association Convention that the committee had this is down to personal choice more because it marks the 125th anniversary met since the report was presented to than anything else. However I’m of that memorable year of 1884 when Council and that they had started to certain no one at this Convention it all began in a small room at the rear work on some of the proposals and in tonight will disagree that the feats that of Hayes’s Hotel in Thurles with the particular work with counties on I am singling out truly merit their place foundation of what is today the identifying Secondary Schools for in the sun. First there were those greatest sports organisation in the support. phenomenal four All-Ireland title country and most probably in the triumphs by clubs within the province (xiii) Major Grounds and Safety entire world. in the space of twenty four incredible Workgroup. From the most humble of beginnings hours last month. Firstly we had St. Ar mholadh: Teidí Ó Suilleabháin, Liam we have grown on all fronts, and today Michaels of Foilmore and Skellig Ó Conchúir ag cuidiú leis. our Croke Park Headquarters truly Rangers from the same parish bringing Donal Mac Giobúin, thanked the mirrors our standing in international Intermediate and Junior football titles Council for their support for the sport. It is a venue envied the world to their respective homes in the committee during the year. He stated over and one we have every right to Kingdom, and just one day later it was that the committee were currently be as proud and cherished of as we all the turn of two Cork clubs, Blarney working on up-skilling Stewards and it are. and the fledgling four year old Dripsey, is intended to have Steward training to land the intermediate and junior course run by FETAC and as part of Reflecting on the happenings of the hurling crowns in super style. Two days this, a Seminar was being held in past twelve months as they relate in Croke Park that all of us in Munster Mallow the following day. He directly to our Council, it’s not unfair to have every right to be supremely welcomed the addition of Michael O say that it has been another year of proud of. Loughlin to the committee stating his considerable success and achievement. experience would be important to the Yes, there have been problems, yes not While on this subject of club committee. everything has worked out as we championships, it would particularly would have wanted, but in an overall (xiv) Cumman na mBunscoil. remiss of me as a Waterfordman were context we can, and are, well pleased Ar mholadh: Liam Ó Loineacháin, I not to extend the very best of good with the general performance of Pádraig Ó Suilleabháin ag cuidiú leis. luck to De La Salle in their quest for Tadhg Ó Broin, Cathaoirleach, Cumann Munster Council and of the All-Ireland senior hurling glory at na mBunscoileanna stated that the Association in our area of jurisdiction. headquarters on Tuesday week. To date the Deise champions have surpassed report contained all the activities of Truly one of the great highlights of the Cumman na mBunscoillana and he the expectations of many in reaching year gone emanated from Annual thanked the Council and the counties this decider and we now wish them all Congress in Sligo last April when a for their support. the best in their final push to garner former chairman of this Council, the ultimate accolade. An Cathaoirleach thanked all sub Christy Cooney, was confirmed as committees and workgroups for the President elect of the Association and The other on the field feature of 2008 work they were doing for the Council will take over the presidential reins of for me was the re-emergence of and stated that the Council would office from Nicky Brennan at the Tipperary as a major hurling force continue to give support to this work. upcoming Congress in his native Cork once again, and the Premier county’s

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winning of the National League and Council and of so many other groups fittingly mark and honour that Munster championship titles could well that the divide between them and the memorable milestone. be the forerunner for even more glory perceived four weaker counties shows Cusack, Davin, and the other founding in the year and years ahead. Hurling no significant sign of being narrowed. In fathers lit a torch that day that has always has needed a fully clothed the not too distant past our senior never been extinguished. In fact it has Tipperary as the late, great, Christy football championships brought more remained defiantly alight through thick Ring himself so pointedly said all those than 80,000 fans through the turnstiles, and thin, through good times and years ago. and the drop of the magnitude we through not so good times, and a have seen in 2008 is nothing less than century and a quarter later we have In terms of our own championships alarming. How we can rectify it I’m not the greatest, the most outstanding, and the past year has been, by any criteria, certain, but what I am certain of is that the most unifying sporting force in this a good one, and once again the senior we cannot stand aside and look at the whole nation of ours. hurling championship has proven itself situation deteriorating any further. A to be the jewel in our crown on all Football Development Committee Let us not forget the legacy that has fronts. Attendances topped 136,000 which I set up last year to look into the been handed down to us, and let us all, which helped considerably to our total whole question of football in the individually and collectively, do our income from gates of more than four province, and most especially in the utmost to ensure that that same legacy million euros, and at the end of the day four weaker counties, has been is honoured and revered in the way it was Tipperary who emerged as top working very effectively. that it deserves to be. dog. In stark contrast attendances at our The problems don’t rest at the door of Our amateur status---which must at all senior football championship games this committee, but it is the counties times be steadfastly safeguarded--- is were nothing other than a themselves that will need to buy into probably our greatest single asset, disappointment. All credit to a fired up what they are putting forward as along with the tens of thousands of Cork on their magnificent victory over proposals. There is no easy or ready volunteer workers who make us what Kerry in the decider after a remarkable solution, but that cannot and must we now are. Add in the countless clubs second half turnaround, but an deter us from trying to address and and their facilities in every townland in attendance of just 20,000 is something redress the situation. the country and you truly have what the GAA of 2009 is all about. that cannot be overlooked and has to 125th Anniversary; be a source of concern for all of us as we face into this new playing season. As I noted at the outset of my address Presently there are a total of eighteen this is the 125th anniversary of the stadia nationwide capable of No disrespect to the big two, Kerry foundation of our Association and this accommodating attendances in excess and Cork, but it is a disappointment Council must not, and will not, be of 25,000, No fewer than sixteen of that despite all the efforts of this found wanting in any way as we these are in the ownership and control

Launch of Bord Gais Awards Night Sponsorship Nov 2009

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of our Association, and these are months, and there will be no winners if Buíochas statistics that speak tellingly for the whole debacle drags on for very As I prepare to conclude this address themselves. much longer. That is why I am appealing there are just a few people and to everyone involved to at least agree groupings whom I wish to thank for Among our many planned celebratory to sit down in the same room, talk services so superbly rendered projects this Munster Council will be things through, and if at the end of that throughout the past year. We have a honouring the senior hurling and procedure there is still no acceptable wide range of sub committees in place, football championship winning captains middle ground found at least it can all of them under the volunteer of the last quarter of a century; we will then be said that people tried. category, and doing work in a way that be selecting our best Munster teams, I can only admire and appreciate. hurling and football, over that same Given the historic year that’s in it, it will These, in many, ways are our unsung period, and we will be visiting the many border on the tragic if full strength heroes, and Munster Council would be historic GAA landmarks that dot the Cork teams are not in pursuit of a considerably less effective face of this great province. championship glory, and from the organisation without their huge input. bottom of my heart I would urge all May 10th is set aside as La Na gClub on Leeside to strive to avoid that To my fellow Council officers I deliver day, and it is my hope that every club catastrophe. a heartfelt “thank you’’. Since I assumed in this province and indeed in the the chair I have been blessed to have country as a whole will showcase their In the past greater difficulties than this so many talented and co-operative facilities and all that they have provided one have been satisfactorily ironed out. people around me, and day on day I for themselves and their members It is not life or death but rather sport, marvel at the work and the scale of it, over the years. There will, it should be and hopefully it can still be sorted so that they are doing and continue to do noted, no inter county activity of any that full strength Cork teams can take on behalf of the GAA in this province. kind on that one special day. their rightful places in this years My vice chairman, Sean Walsh, has Munster and All-Ireland title races. been an absolute rock, always there Cork Impasse; This Council, while not wishing to be when I needed him to be there, and a Sadly in this address of mine I have to seen to be encroaching into what is man worthy in every way to assume refer to a situation on Leeside that is essentially an internal Cork matter, will chairmanship of the Council in twelve doing untold damage to our be only too readily available to act as a months time. Our treasurer Michael Association not just in rebel Cork itself go between or possible mediator if Power is meticulous in every way, and but throughout the country as a such a request is made to it. As his professional accountancy position whole. As chairman of this Council I chairman I would take up that has made him the ideal choice for this have no intention of saying anything or particular challenge with every sense key post. Our PRO Jim Forbes took on acting in any way that might worsen an of good will and good faith. a mighty challenge when he succeeded already deadly serious situation, but I simply want to add my voice in an impassioned appeal to all and sundry to try and bring an early and acceptable resolution to it all.

I fully understand that there is a vast chasm between the two sides, one which to date has been impossible to bridge. With the passage of time, and with no signs of compromise finding a place in the impasse, the indicators are that if anything the dispute has been deepening. But surely, surely, with goodwill on both sides some tiny piece of common ground can be found and that with both sides sitting down face to face for talks that eventually a resolution can be arrived at. There have been no winners from what has been happening in Cork over recent Munster Stewards at the Gaelic Grounds

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the legendary Willie O’Connor, and Coaching and Games was invaluable Criostóir concluded by stating that the finest tribute I can pay Jim is that and he praised the contribution of with every challenge must come the he has indeed measured up to the John Landers to the development of ambition to succeed and that he greatness of the Kerryman. Completing Coach Education also. believed that all those in leadership their first year as chief executive and positions from Club to National level assistant CEO are Pat Fitzgerald and He further stated that though there had that ambition so the Association Daniel Nelligan, and no words of mine were many challenges ahead he looks forward to the future with could adequately pay tribute to the believed that we were well equipped confidence. extraordinary efficiency of both. They to meet those challenges and that our fill, arguably, the most key positions on Association had contributed An Cathaoirleach Séamus Ó Gormáin our executive and it is so reassuring to enormously to Irish Life and would thanked Criostóir for his address and know that we have officers of such an continue to do so. also praised to current Uachtaráin exemplary calibre in them both. A Nioclás Ó Braonáin for the leadership word of thanks also to Kathleen and He added that the two presentations and commitment to Cumman Nuala in the office for all of their help which follow later in the Convention Luthchleas Gael over his term of office. and courteousness at all times. were important. Liam Ó Neill and Pat Daly on The Experimental Rules and Togha na nOifigeach A great year then for our Munster Lisa Clancy on the new Email system, Council in 2008 and the promise of as these were expels of how we were Cathaoirleach: good, and possibly a better, one in progressing administratively Séamus Ó Gormáín 2009. Together we can, and will, organisationally and on the Field of (Portláirge) continue the tremendous work that Play. He welcomed the view that Ar mholadh: has made this Council what it is and progress was being made on the Liam Ó Conchúir; (Ciarraí) has been through a gloriously amalgamation of the two second level Cuidithe le: illustrious 104 year history. school bodies and stated that since the Tomás Ó hAonghusa (Potrlairge) motion was passed three years ago it An Cathaoirleach Séamus Ó Gormáin was important that we make this Leas-Cathaoirleach: then invited Criostóir Ó Cuana, happen. He complimented the Seán Breathnach (Ciarraí) Uachtarán Tofa to speak stating that Cumman na mBunscoil Officers for the Ar mholadh: the Province were proud to have the work they were doing and stated that Liam Ó Conchúir (Ciarraí) next Uachtarán and he wished the appointment at National level of Cuidithe le: Criostóir well in his Presidency. He Michael Martin was beneficial to this Teidí Ó Suilleabháin (Ciarraí) assured him of the support of the sector. Province in this regard. Cisteoir: The 125 celebration was an Micheál De Paor (Tiobraid Árann) Criostóir Ó Cuana, Uachtarán opportunity to showcase who we are, Ar mholadh: Tofa Address to Convention. where we came from, and how we are Barra Ó Briain ( Tiobraid Árann) Criostóir Ó Cuana stated that he was progressing and that the many events Cuidithe le: T. De Floid delighted to address this Convention planned, especially Lá na gClub should (Tiobraid Árann) and thanked the Cathaoirleach for his be used to strengthen our presence in kind words. He looked forward to the local communities. Our Voluntary Ethos Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí: challenges ahead and expressed thanks and Amateur Status were key and Séamus Firbhisigh (Corcaigh) for the support promised. He added would stand the test of time. Ar mholadh: R. an tSeaca (An Clár) that he believed that great Leadership He praised the initiative by the Cuidithe le: Seán Ó Gealbháin existed within the Council and Council to make more family tickets (Luimneach) congratulated an Cathaoirleach on his available for our games and stated that stewardship. He also praised the with the economic climate at the Cuntasoirí: Council for the way they were taking a moment we must make every effort Price Waterhouse Coopers strategic approach to the National to hold on to and increase our Strategic Plan and referred to the support base. Ar mholadh: Sean Breathnach. Runaí’s Annual Report. Good planning Cuidithe le: Micheál De Paor. was critical to future success. He stated that he recognised the potential of Handball as an area where All Officers were congratulated on Criostóir Ó Cuana stated that Sean greater involvement and participation their election and thanked those Breathnach’s contribution at National could be achieved. present for placing their trust in them.

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Na Rúin: Presentation on Experimental Buíochás: The three motions on the Clár were Disciplinary Rules. Prior to the conclusion an Cathaoir - ruled “out of order” by the By Liam Ó Néill agus leach Seamus Ó Gormáin paid tribute Cathaoirleach. Padraig Ó Dallaigh. to Jim O Sullivan of The Irish Examiner Newspaper for his balanced writing Motion number 1 Liam Ó Néill opened the presentation and reporting of all GAA affairs. was ruled “out of order” on the basis explaining that these rules were He also paid tribute to the staff and that rules 122 and 71 clearly confer on operating well in the National Leagues management of the “Woodlands the Provincial Council (not and would be put before Congress. House Hotel Adare” for the Convention) the organisation and arrangements for Convention. Presentation on New Email management of the Provincial System and Communications. Championships. Amhrán na bhFiann By Lisa Clancy and Robert Baker. agus Críoch na Motion number 2 Comhdhála submitted by an Clár. Lisa informed the Convention that the Ghabh an Cathaoirleach This is a matter for consideration by current email system was inadequate buíochas le gach éinne a ghlac páirt in the Competitions Control Committee. and was in danger of collapse. Lisa imeachhtaí agus diospóireachtaí na This motion has been ruled out of added that the new system was comhdhála: leis an Ostán as ucht na order. Under riail 73 (ii) To 2008 The capable of giving much more space for heagraí a rinneadar don Chomhdháil Provincial Competitions Control email accounts and that a current agus cuireadh críoch leis an Committee has responsibility for all problem of “spam” could be better gComhdháil le canadh “Amhrán na arrangements for and control of games contained. She introduced Robert bhFiann”. under the Provincial Council. This Baker of Baker Securities to the motion would interfere with and convention and stated that his diminish that responsibility which company would be providing back up would be in breach of this rule and for the new system. therefore cannot be allowed. Robert then stated that his company Motion number 3 was there to help and that the new submitted by an Clár: system was a powerful tool which This motion has been ruled out of would enhance communication within order: Under Riail 111 TO 2008 the Association. The Provincial Council has the right to delegate this responsibility to a sub- committee of the Provincial Competition and Control committee. Line 5 of this riail states that “the Council or committee may delegate these powers to a sub – committee, or in the case of Umpires or linesmen to the referee, the respective Referees Administrator at County or Provincial level”. This clearly gives the Council the power through the Competition Control Committee and through the setting of its bye laws the authority to delegate the function of referee appointments to a sub group of the Competitions Control Committee. Micheál Ó Néill, Cathaoirleach an Clár stated that this motion (3) was brought as a result of the Munster Fe 21 Final and that it seemed pointless bringing motions to Convention if they were all going to be ruled out of order. Civic Reception for Munster GAA hosted by the Lord Mayor of Cork

16 Clár na gCluichí 2010 Games Programme 2010

GAA Munster Senior Hurling Championship 2010.

Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 30/5/2010 Corcaigh v Tiobraid Árann Páirc Uí Chaoimh

S/Final 7/6/2010 Portláirge v An Clár Semple Stadium

S/Final 20/6/2010 Luimneach v (1) Semple Stadium/Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Final 11/7/2010 TBC v TBC TBC

GAA Munster Senior Football Championship 2010.

Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 16/5/2010 Ciarraí v Tiobraid Árann Semple Stadium

Q/Final (2) 23/5/2010 An Clár v Portláirge Dungarvan

S/Final 06/6/2010 Luimneach v (2) Gaelic Grounds/Dungarvan

S/Final 06/6/2010 Corcaigh v (1) Killarney/ Pairc Uí Chaoimh

Final 04/7/2010 TBC v TBC TBC

Munster Intermediate Hurling Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 30/5/2010 Corcaigh v Tiobraid Árann Páirc Uí Chaoimh

S/Final 7/6/2010 Portláirge v An Clár Semple Stadium

S/Final 20/6/2010 Luimneach v (1) Páirc Uí Chaoimh/Semple Stadium

Final 22/7/2010 TBC v TBC TBC

Munster Junior Football Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 16/5/2010 Ciarraí v Tiobraid Árann Semple Stadium

Q/Final (2) 23/5/2010 Portláirge v An Clár Dungarvan

S/Final 06/6/2010 Luimneach v (2) Gaelic Grounds/Dungarvan

S/Final 06/6/2010 Corcaigh v (1) Killarney/ Pairc Uí Chaoimh

Final 08/7/2010 TBC v TBC TBC

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Cadbury Munster U/21 Football Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 10/3/2010 Luimneach v An Clár Gaelic Grounds

Q/Final (2) 13/3/2010 Ciarraí v Corcaigh Austin Stack Park

S/Final 18/3/2010 Tiobraid Árann v (1) Semple Stadium

S/Final 20/3/2010 Portláirge v (2) Dungarvan

Final TBC TBC v TBC TBC

Bord Gais Munster U/21 Hurling Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 02/6/2010 Corcaigh v Portláirge Páirc Uí Chaoimh

S/Final 14/7/2010 Luimneach v An Clár Gaelic Grounds

S/Final 14/7/2010 Tiobraid Árann v (1) Semple Stadium/Pairc Uí Chaoimh

Final 28/7/2010 TBC v TBC TBC

ESB Munster Minor Hurling Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 28/4/2010 Corcaigh v Tiobraid Árann Pairc Uí Chaoimh

Q/Final (2) 28/4/2010 Portláirge v An Clár Walsh Park

Q/Final (3) 28/4/2010 Ciarraí v Luimneach Kilmallock

S/Final Play Off (A) 01/5/2010 Losers Of (2) v Losers Of (3) TBC Winners of Semi-Final Losers of Quarter S/Final Play Off (B) 05/5/2010 v TBC Play Off (A) Final (1) Winners of Quarter Winners of Quarter S/Final 24/6/2010 v TBC Final (1) Final (2) Winners of (Semi Winners of Quarter S/Final 24/6/2010 v TBC Final Play Off) (B) Final (3) Final 11/7/2010 Semi-Final Winners v Semi-Final Winners Senior Final venue

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ESB Munster Minor Football Championship 2010. Extra time in all games including final. Stage Date Teams Venue

Q/Final (1) 14/4/2010 Ciarraí v Tiobraid Árann Austin Stack Park

Q/Final (2) 14/4/2010 Luimneach v Portláirge Kilmallock

Q/Final (3) 14/4/2010 An Clár v Corcaigh Cusack Park

S/Final Play Off (A) 19/04/2010 Losers Of (2) v Losers Of (3) TBC Winners of Semi-Final Losers of Quarter S/Final Play Off (B) 24/04/2010 v TBC Play Off (A) Final (1) Winners of Quarter Winners of Quarter S/Final 12/05/2010 v TBC Final (1) Final (2) Winners of Winners of Play Off S/Final 12/05/2010 v TBC Qrt. Final (3) (B) Final 04/07/2010 Semi-Final Winners v Semi-Final Winners Senior Final venue

Tipperary and Clare Supporters

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Cluichí 2009 Games 2009 Munster Inter-County Championships 2009

Iomáint Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 31/5 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 1-19 0-19 Corcaigh

S/Final 14/6 Dúrlas Portláirge 0-11 1-08 Luimneach

S/Final R 20/6 Dúrlas Portláirge 0-25 0-17 Luimneach

S/Final 21/6 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Arann 3-18 1-22 An Clár

Final 12/7 Dúrlas Tiobraid Arann 4-14 2-16 Portláirge

Peil Shinsir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 24/5 Dún Garbháin Corcaigh 2-18 1-07 Portláirge

Q/Final 24/5 Dúrlas Luimneach 1-11 1-09 Tiobraid Árann

S/Final 7/6 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 1-10 0-13 Ciarraí

S/Final 7/6 Inis Luimneach 1-13 1-09 An Clár

S/Final R. 13/6 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Corcaigh 1-17 0-12 Ciarraí

Final 5/7 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Corcaigh 2-06 0-11 Luimneach

Iomáint Idirmheánach

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

First 31/5 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-24 2-06 Tiobraid Árann

S/Final 14/6 Dúrlas Portláirge 5-15 0-07 Luimneach

S/Final 21/6 Páirc na nGael Corcaigh 2-16 1-14 An Clár

Final 22/7 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Corcaigh 5-24 3-09 Portláirge

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Peil Soisir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 24/5 Dun Garbháin Corcaigh 1-14 1-04 Portláirge

Q/Final 24/5 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 1-08 0-15 Luimneach

S/Final 7/6 Cill Áirne Corcaigh 3-10 0-09 Ciarraí

S/Final 7/6 Inis An Clár 0-13 1-06 Luimneach

Final 25/6 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Corcaigh 1-21 0-13 An Clár

Iomáint Fé 21

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 3/6 Dúrlas Tiobraid Arann 2-22 0-25 Corcaigh

S/Final 15/7 Inis An Clár 4-22 2-13 Luimneach

S/Final 15/7 Dun Garbháin Portláirge 3-21 2-14 Tiobraid Árann

Final 29/7 Dún Garbháin An Clár 2-17 2-12 Portláirge

Iomáint na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 29/4 Páirc na nGael Tiobraid Árann 1-21 0-11 Luimneach

Q/Final 29/4 Dún Garbháin An Clár 1-12 0-14 Portláirge

S/Final po. 6/5 Páirc na nGael Portláirge 4-08 1-14 Luimneach

S/Final 24/6 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Tiobraid Árann 5-17 5-17 Corcaigh

S/Final 24/6 Inis Portláirge 3-09 0-12 An Clár

S/Final R. 1/7 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 2-21 1-12 Corcaigh

Final 12/7 Dúlas Portláirge 0-18 1-13 Tiobraid Árann

Peil Fé 21

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 13/3 Cuar an Chláir An Clár 0-13 0-07 Luimneach

Q/Final 14/3 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 1-17 0-09 Ciarraí

S/Final 21/3 Cuar an Chláir Tiobraid Árann 2-05 0-09 An Clár

S/Final 21/3 Pairc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 0-19 0-09 Portláirge

Final 28/3 Dúrlas Corcaigh 1-09 2-05 Tiobraid Árann

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Peil na Mionúir

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

First 15/4 Dún Garbháin An Clár 1-15 1-05 Portláirge

First 15/4 Dúrlas Ciarraí 1-11 1-06 Tiobraid Árann

First 15/4 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Corcaigh 2-12 1-06 Luimneach

Play Off 1 20/4 Dún Garbháin Portláirge 0-09 0-06 Luimneach

Play Off 2 24/4 Dúrlas Tiobraid Árann 1-15 0-06 Portláirge

S/Final 13/5 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Tiobraid Árann 0-13 0-10 Corcaigh

S/Final 13/5 Trá Lí Ciarraí 2-10 1-04 An Clár

Final 5/7 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Ciarraí 0-12 0-06 Tiobraid Árann

Waterford Crystal Cup Senior Hurling Competition 2009

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Round 1 4/1 Mainistir Ó dTorna Waterford I.T. 2-22 1-07 Ciarraí

Round 1 4/1 Miliuch An Clár 2-18 2-13 Tralee I.T.

Round 1 4/1 Ard Mhór Portláirge 1-17 2-13 University College Cork

Round 1 4/1 Chlochán University of Limerick 2-14 0-16 Luimneach

Quarter 11/1 Baile Nua Seandroma University of Limerick 0-14 1-08 Cork I.T.

Quarter 11/1 Páirc Uí Rinn Waterford I.T. 0-14 0-09 Corcaigh

Quarter 11/1 Miliuch An Clár 0-13 0-12 Limerick I.T.

Quarter 14/1 Naomh Mollerans Tiobraid Árann 0-14 1-09 Portláirge

S/Final 18/1 Miliuch An Clár 2-12 1-12 Waterford I.T.

S/Final 18/1 Cathair Tiobraid Árann 3-09 1-08 University of Limerick

Final 25/1 Tuath Ó gConaile An Clár 1-12 1-07 Tiobraid Árann

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McGrath Cup Senior Football Competition 2009

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Preliminary 3/1 Dún Garbháin Waterford 3-11 3-09 Tralee I.T.

Preliminary 4/1 Foynes University of Limerick 1-09 1-07 Limerick

Preliminary 4/1 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 1-15 2-08 Cork I.T.

Quarter 11/1 Lemybrien Portláirge 1-15 0-05 Limerick I.T.

Quarter 11/1 Cuar an Chláir Corcaigh 2-03 0-08 An Clár

Quarter 11/1 Tiobraid Árann University College Cork 2-07 2-06 Tiobraid Árann

Quarter 13/1 Baile Nua Seandroma University of Limerick 3-11 1-06 Waterford I.T..

S/Final 18/1 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 0-18 0-08 University College Cork

S/Final 18/1 An Chill University of Limerick 0-13 0-08 Portláirge

Final 24/1 Páirc Uí Rinn Corcaigh 1-13 0-06 University of Limerick

Munster Club Championships 2009

Iomáint Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

First 1/11 Dúrlas Na Sairsealaigh, Dúrlas 1-15 0-19 Baile Nua Seandroma

S/Final 15/11 Páirc Breathnach Baile Mhic Gonair 1-14 0-15 Creatlach

S/Final 15/11 Páirc Uí Chaoimh Ath Dara 1-14 1-17 Baile Nua Seandroma

Final 29/11 Dúrlas Baile Nua Seandroma 2-11 2-09 Baile Mhic Gonair

Peil Shinsir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 8/11 Coillte Cill Mhuire Uí Bhreachain 0-11 0-05 Dromcollachair/Beal an Atha

Q/Final 8/11 Páirc Aibhistin De Staic Ceirin Ó Rathaille 1-11 0-10 Clann Caoilte

S/Final 22/11 Páirc Aibhistin De Staic Ceirin Ó Rathaille 1-08 0-09 Fanaithe na Maoilig

S/Final 22/11 Dún Garbháin Cill Mhuire Uí Bhreacháin 0-09 0-06 Stráidbhaile

Final 6/12 Páirc na nGael Cill Mhuire Uí Bhreacháin 0-07 0-06 Ceirin Ó Rathaille

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Iomáint Idirmheánach na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 31/10 Scairbh An Geata Bán 1-13 0-10 Carraig na Siuire, Na Dabhain

Q/Final 1/11 Páirc Uí Rinn Dubhglás 1-23 1-12 Cill Mhaoile

S/Final 8/11 Páirc Chiosóg, Inis Saor Theas 1-11 1-09 An Geata Bán

S/Final 8/11 Dún Garbháin Dún Garbháin 1-09 2-22 Dubhglás

Final 22/11 Mala Saor Theas 2-10 1-12 Dúbhglas

Peil Idirmheanach na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 8/11 Teampaill Doire Naomh Phádraig 0-06 0-12 Creatlach

S/Final 15/11 Cill Áirne Spa 2-15 1-06 Carraig na Siuire, Ealaí

S/Final 22/11 Clár Atha Da Corradh Creatlach 3-04 0-05 Fanuithe na Claise

Final 29/11 Mala Creathlach 0-09 2-12 Spa

Iomáint Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann: Páirc Seán Uí Treasaigh Q/Final 15/11 (Tiobraid Árann) Eatharlach 3-20 2-15 An Tuirin S/Final 22/11 Cill Garbháin Cill Garbháin 1-08 1-12 Mainistir Fhearmaí

S/Final 22/11 Laiteann Eatharlach 0-09 0-11 Carraig Dubh

Final 13/12 Mala Carraig Dubh 1-12 0-14 Fhearmaí

Peil Soisir na gClub

Babhta: Dáta: Ionad: Foireann: Scór: Scór: Foireann:

Q/Final 22/11 Daingean Caislean Ghriaire 1-16 0-04 Cluain Aodh/Cuinche

Q/Final 22/11 Beal Átha Grean Cnoc Ui Coileáin 1-09 1-08 Cumann Ciocaim

S/Final 29/11 Páirc Aibhistin De Staic Caisleán Ghriaire 1-10 1-06 Gleann Iubhair

S/Final 29/11 Dún Garbháin Cill Gobnait 0-03 0-08 Cnoc Uí Coileáin

Final 13/12 Mala Caisleán Ghriaire 1-20 0-04 Cnoc Uí Coileáin

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Is mór an phribléid dom 125 team and he can be justifiably Our “Club Voice Day in Killarney was a Tuairisc an Rúnaí a chur ós proud of the programme he put in tremendous success, Club delegates comhair Chomhdháil Comhairle train. attending were treated to many na Mumhan CLG don bhliain informative inputs from persons with 2009. Ba mhaith liom buíochas The torch run from Carron the home expertise and wit. Clubs also got an a ghabháil le gach éinne a bhí of Cusack to Semple Stadium for our opportunity to voice their concerns páirteach le hobair an Munster Senior Hurling Final was the and share their opinions in the many Chomhairle I rith 2009. Ba most spectacular of the events held , workshops provided. During the year bhliain ar Leith againn I however many other celebrations also the Council Officers took part in mbliana is sinn ag céiliuradh contributed to a real sense of Civic receptions to celebrate the 125 , agus ag comóradh 125 bliain ó celebration and renewal. Definitely , Lá hosted by Cork City Council to bunaíodh an Cumann na gClub was the most significant and coincide with the Football Final and Lúthchleas Gael. Chuir an worthwhile event run during this year. Thurles UDC to coincide with the Comhairle agus na contaetha Every club in the Province organised Hurling Final. We honoured the go mór leis an ocáid ollmhór the day in which the local community , winning County Senior Captains of the seo i stair na heagraíochta and participation in the local club last twenty five years at a special iontach seo. Gabhaim buíochas became the centrepiece of the dinner. We supported projects which mór libh go léir as seo! celebration. Many clubs organised an commemorated founders and open day with great success and the individuals who had made a significant To begin with this year, I must express feedback certainly gives proof that our contribution to our Association. my thanks to Daniel Nelligan my club units are still very much at the Plaques were erected in Ballylanders former Deputy and assistant whose heart of the communities they serve. Limerick to commemorate Frank contribution during his term was both This is in the true spirit of the GAA, Dineen a Former Uachtarán and Ard significant and innovative. Daniel left his the founders of our great Association Stuirthóir who purchased Croke Park mark in many ways , through his work and will ensure that we continue to for the GAA. A plaque was erected in with Jim Forbes our PRO in developing grow and develop at grassroots level Dunmanway Cork the birthplace of initiatives to make our games more where it really matters. Sam Mc Guire and Kilmallock Limerick attractive and give our patrons greater for JK Bracken. We also supported an options through ticket packages and We took part in a special Sports Historic Photo exhibition in Kerry. internet access. He also worked to programme in RTE to celebrate the assist in the development of our new 125 by focusing on the Munster On November 1st the exact date the crest which displays a modern and Hurling championship and I thank RTE Association was founded we held a impressive image for the Council. and especially the Sunday Game team flag parade at our Club Championship These initiatives , combined with his for their support for this venture. game in Thurles and were part of a full expertise in ticketing and finance made Other initiatives such as , free flags for Day’s TV coverage by TG4. A wreath a positive contribution to our work our younger patrons at all our Senior was laid at the grave of Davin in and a great partner to work with. I Championship games was very well Carrick on Suir before a meeting of wish him every success with his new received and many thanks to those the Council which was held there as business venture and am sure that he who helped make this possible. part of the 125 celebration and and Louise will make a real go of it. descendants of the Davin family were Selection of teams can be difficult at invited. We supported many other 2009 the year of the 125 celebration any time but to select teams in Hurling celebrations in Counties by making a of the founding of the GAA, a and Football as the teams of the last generous contribution toward the significant milestone which provided an twenty five years in the Province was a running costs of 125 projects they opportunity for our Association to serious task , and a measure of the were initiating. renew and re -invigorate from selectors expertise was the support grassroots to headquarters. At those selections received from our Munster GAA Strategic Plan Munster level we participated in these patrons. I thank the Examiner We launched our Strategic Plan in celebrations with many events and newspaper for their involvement in this 2009 , this will form the basis of our initiatives. Jim Forbes headed up our initiative. policy and work for the next six years.

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Joey Carton our Provincial Games by delivering the supports they need of their rivals. However Tipperary put Manager and Director of Hurling and it is the paid fulltime officials in a powerful start and Clare were coordinated the development of the responsibility to ensure that they always playing catch up, while they did Plan and he now heads up an deliver that support. make a spirited comeback Tipperary’s implementation team as we strive to early scores proved decisive and they ensure that the targets we set are Munster Championships 2009. went on to reach the final once more achieved and make a positive In 2009 we launched our Munster on a score line of Tipperary 3 goals 18 contribution to our games and our championships in the idyllic setting of points Clare 1 goal 22 points. Some members involvement. As I said a Plan Lismore Castle and this event truly fantastic scores were witnessed that is just a Plan, our real task is to ensure captured the spirit of our celebration day and sometimes we forget this as that it is not an aspiration but a living year. we look back on our games.. and worthwhile work-plan, which we make happen. Our sub – committees Senior Hurling: The final, staged at the famous Semple will have a central and key role in its Sponsors: Stadium was played on what was a delivery, however it is incumbent on Guinness: Etihad Airways: wet, cold and unfriendly day , saw everyone from club , county , province RTE Sport. thousands descend on Thurles to see if and Croke Park to play our part and Waterford could unseat and dethrone deliver what is needed to achieve the 2009 provided great entertainment for the champions. Great passion and targets we set. At Provincial level we hurling fans in Munster again this year manly skilful endeavour was shown by will deliver whatever is needed to past. Tipperary reigning champions both sets of players in these awful make this happen. were first to take the field meeting old conditions. Every ball was contested, rivals Cork at Semple Stadium in the every ounce of energy was expended, A key focus for us will be the delivery Quarter Final. A close fought contest every man gave of their all and those of quality support to our club and saw a crowd of 35.102 enjoy lively present could but be thankful that they School units in the area of “The Club exchanges and quality hurling in the were present to see such a contest. Nursery”. We aim to assist every club true Munster tradition. Cork who had Again great scores and great individual in the province to have a club nursery recovered from their early season performances were the order of the which not only delivers quality difficulties were determined to get the day as Tipperary reigned supreme coaching which is age appropriate , but Tipperary scalp, however Tipperary once again on a score line of Tipperary has the proper back up structures and were in no mood to relinquish their 4 goals 14 points Waterford 2 goals 16 the right policies in place which crown. In the end one puck of the ball points. Some interesting points to note enhances involvement and enjoyment separated the sides with Tipperary was that there were 181 scores in the for our young players while at the coming out on top on a scoreline of five Munster Senior Hurling same time the parents of these players Tipperary 1 goal and 19 points and Championship 2009 this broke down will feel the desire to be involved in Cork 19 points. as 12 goals and 169 points. Only one some way without feeling the pressure game had a winning margin of more to do so. Many of the worthwhile The meeting of Waterford and than four points and that was a replay. initiatives announced in our Strategic Limerick in the first semi – final was This shows that the rivalry and the Plan will be delivered through this eagerly awaited as Justin Mc Carthy competitive spirit between these project. Pat O Shea and Joey Carton formerly Waterford manager and now teams and counties is intense, and has have put a worthwhile and innovative managing Limerick walked the line with the necessary ingredients to continue programme together in this area. The Davy Fitzgerald former Clare and all for a long time to come. The full time personnel (GDAs) in each star goalkeeper. The tie ended up in a supporters of each county begin each county will have a serious part to play draw and while the attendance did not year believing that this can be their in the delivery of this project as will match the expectation those present year as the close competitive edge and each of the County Games Managers . were treated to lively and entertaining hunger within the Counties remains fare. The replay did not serve up the strong. A Munster Senior Hurling Other areas such as, Urbanisation, Club closeness of the drawn game as Championship success is still a coveted and Community, Communication, Club Waterford showed their experience prize and long may it remain so. Structure Organisational Development and guile and ran out winners by eight and Scór, have ambitious but points. No. of games: 5 achievable targets which will also need Total No of scores : 181 focus and attention as we measure our In the second semi – final Tipperary Actual Scores: achievements over the next few years. faced the Banner county, and the Clare 12 goals – 169 points. Our Association depends on our men were determined to get revenge Average per game: volunteers, this plan should help them for their 2008 final defeat at the hands 2 goals – 33+ points.

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Senior Football: were put on hold for another week. Bord Gáis Fé 21 Sponsors: The replay which I will refer to again Hurling Championship. Ulster Bank:Vodafone: Toyota later for other reasons saw a truly Cork travelled the road to Thurles The Munster Senior Football great game but much to the again to play Tipperary in the Quarter championship returned to an open disappointment of the boys from the final of the Under 21 Hurling draw format in 2009 from the seeded Kingdom and the delight of the men by championship. This lively game saw two format which operated in 2008. Our the Lee , Cork emerged victorious on a skilful teams produce a cracking Quarter finals saw the reigning score line of Cork 1 goal 17 points encounter and nothing left undone by Munster Champions Cork pitched Kerry 12 points. The demise of Kerry the players from either side as they against Waterford and Limerick faced a football was imminent according to challenged for honours. In the end much fancied Tipperary side. The Cork some however this early prediction Tipperary emerged with victory on a versus Waterford game played at was very wide of the mark as could be score line Tipperary 2 goals 22 points Dungarvan gave Cork a winning start seen later in the year. Cork 25 points. against a spirited Waterford side who feel short on the day against The other semi final went ahead The first of our semi finals gave us a competent and skilful opposition. Final without the fanfare of the main Clare V Limerick pairing and this game Score Cork 2 goals 18 points had Cusack Park Ennis as the setting. attraction according to the media and Waterford 1 goal 7 points. Clare who were looking to make up to be truthful the neutral supporters for heartbreak in last year’s final against also. Limerick buoyed by their victory Limerick went to Thurles following a Tipperary were determined to get against Tipperary travelled to Ennis dismal National League campaign to their campaign off to a flying start and with one thing on their minds, victory meet Tipperary who had deservedly they succeeded with an easy victory won Division 3 of the National and a place in the Munster Senior over their neighbours. Final Score Football league. A close fought Football Final. A Clare team full of guts Clare 4 goals 22 points Limerick 2 encounter ensued with both sides and spirit gave Limerick a good match goals 13 points. giving their all in the hopes of victory. and after the full time whistle blew The second semi final saw Waterford They gave both sets of followers and Limerick faced into a Munster Final take on Tipperary at Fraher Field the neutrals present an enjoyable and with no illusions as to the task ahead. Dungarvan. Waterford showed scant entertaining day out. In the end Final score Limerick 1 goal 13 points regard for the Tipperary boys and took Limerick surprised the neutrals and Clare 1 goal 9 points. the game to the opposition from the some of their followers but maybe not start. Some skilful and lively exchanges themselves with a two point victory The scene was now set for a Munster gave this game an edge which the final over their neighbours on a score line final clash between a much fancied score line did not fully reflect. In the of Limerick 1 goal 11 points Tipperary Cork side and a Limerick team which end Waterford came out easy winners 1 goal 9 points. had a mixed year in terms of on a score line Waterford 3 goals 21 performance. The final played at Pairc points Tipperary 2 goals 14 points. The The meeting of Cork and Kerry in the Uí Chaoimh attracted a good final set for Dungarvan between the semi final was now the talking point attendance and those present were home side and Clare became an all and observers were at pains to point served up a thrilling close encounter ticket game as the expected out that this young Cork team had with both teams giving their best and attendance exceeded two thirds the emerged victorious the previous year neither side able to gain the upper safe capacity of the ground. Both sets in Munster Championship fare while hand on the other. Cork emerged of supporters went into this final later in the year Kerry had reversed victorious and Limerick were left to believing that their team could deliver this defeat when the teams met in the ponder yet again how a Munster the performance required for success. latter stages of the All Ireland Football Final victory had eluded them. On the night a hungrier, more skilful Championship. Everybody knows that The final score Cork 2 goals 6 points Clare outfit defeated the locals by five Kerry hate to lose , especially against Limerick 11 points. points on a score line of Clare 2 goals neighbours and rivals Cork so the 17 points Waterford 2 goals 12 points. scene was set in Killarney for another No. of games: 6 episode in the Kerry V Cork saga. A Total No of scores : 147 No. of games: 4 great game saw the sides level at the Actual Scores: Total No. Of scores : 163 Actual Scores: end and a replay in Cork the following 11 goals – 1 37 points. 17 goals – 146 points. Saturday evening meant that bragging Average per game: Average per game : rights between these two great rivals 1+ goal – 22 + points. 4+ goals - 36+ points.

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Cadburys Fe 21 Football Championship : Clare and Limerick began our 2009 championship campaign on 13/3/2009 under lights in Cooraclare. Clare showed greater determination and skill to defeat the Shannon-siders on a score line of Clare 13 points Limerick 7 points. The following day Cork and Kerry met at Pairc Uí Rinn with Kerry hoping to repeat their victory of last year over their neighbours and rivals in this grade. In recent years Cork have had the upper-hand at this age group and with the success of 08 in their minds Kerry were expected to repeat the dose. However, a first class team Action from Cork v Waterford 9th May performance from Cork upset the 1 goal 9 points Tipperary 2 goals 5 Tipperary 1 goal 15 points Waterford Kerry men as they were left to play points. 6 points. The semi final pairings were second fiddle to the rampant now known , and Kerry faced Clare and opposition in full flight. Final score No. of games: 5 Tipperary faced Cork. At the best of Cork 1 goal 17 points, Kerry 9 points. Total No of scores : 108 times it is hard to beat Kerry in Total Scores: football and this Kerry team showed Next on the schedule was the meeting 6 goals – 1 02 points. their metal easily overcoming the Clare of Clare and Tipperary and this saw Average per game: challenge by 2 goals 10 points Clare 1 the Tipperary boys travel to 1+ goals - 20 + points. goal 4 points. In the other semi final Cooraclare to do battle with this Clare Tipperary travelled to Cork to outfit who had accounted for Limerick ESB Minor Hurling and Football challenge the locals and contest for in the quarter final. Tipperary are Championships. honours which would see the victors making steady progress in this age Our Minor Hurling and Football meet Kerry in the Munster Final. group in recent years and they had no championships 2009 were run under Tipperary showed greater skill and fear of their rivals on this occasion. A the same format as the years previous passion on the day and won through. close fought encounter with many with the losers in the quarter final Tipperary 13 points Cork 10 points. twists and turns saw the Tipperary getting a second chance through a The Final played in Pairc Uí Chaoimh boys get the goals that made the losers group. Games in both Hurling was contested with passion but difference and they come out on top and Football were competitive and Tipperary never really got to grips with on a score line Tipperary 2 goals 5 provided great entertainment for the this Kerry outfit who won on a score points Clare 9 points. loyal followers. line of 12 points to 6 points.

The other semi final between Cork In the Football Quarter Finals Clare No. of games: 8 and Waterford at Pairc Uí Rinn saw defeated Waterford 1 goal 15 points Total No of scores : 157 another victory for the Cork boys on a to 1 goal 5 points in Dungarvan. Kerry Actual Scores: score line of Cork 19 points, defeated Tipperary 1 goal 11 points to 11goals – 146 points. Waterford 9 points. 1 goal 6 points in Thurles. Cork Average per game: The final set for Thurles on the 28th overcame Limerick 2 goals 12 points 1+ goals - 18 points. March promised much from these two to 1 goal 6 points in Pairc Uí Chaoimh. sides who had disposed of all This was followed by our preliminary Our Minor Hurling championship opposition to date with good play off where Waterford accounted began in Pairc na nGael and performances and skill. The final itself for Limerick on a score line of 9 points Dungarvan. Limerick played neighbours could have gone either way, indeed to 6 points. Waterford then faced Tipperary and Waterford challenged with time almost up it looked as if Tipperary for the right to contest the Clare. In Pairc na nGael Limerick Tipperary had their name on the cup , semi final against Cork. This game proved no match for a rampant however , it was not to be and Cork played in Thurles saw a Tipperary team Tipperary side who clocked up an rallied and won the honours on the run out easy winners over the impressive tally of scores , 1 goal 21 day by the narrowest of margins. Cork Waterford side on a score line of points Limerick scored 11 points. In

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Dungarvan, Clare overcame Waterford ended level 5 goals 17 points each. Hurling Championships provide a by the narrowest of margins in an Back to Thurles a week later and this curtain raiser to our Senior exciting and pulsating encounter. Clare time Tipperary made no mistake Championship competitions and in 1 goal 12 points Waterford 14 points. emerging as winners. Tipperary 2 goals 2009 our games lacked the bite of Waterford now met Limerick at Pairc 21 points Cork 1 goal 12 points. recent years. In both codes Cork claimed the honours having defeated na nGael and overcame that challenge The final also in Semple Stadium saw Clare in the Football decider and to get back on track and another Tipperary as firm favourites against a Waterford in the Hurling final. meeting with Clare in the semi -final. Waterford team who had steadily Waterford 4 goals 8 points Limerick 1 improved throughout the campaign. In Intermediate Hurling: goal 14 points. This time the venue was a great game Waterford joy was No. of games: 4 Ennis and Clare hoped to emerge unleashed as they won by 2 points. Total No of scores : 134 victorious while the Waterford lads Waterford 18 points Tipperary 1 goal Actual Scores: were out to gain revenge for that 13 points. 19 goals – 1 15 points. narrow defeat earlier in the No. of games: Average per game: competition. It was a great evening in 7 4+ goals – 2 8+ points. Cusack Park but the locals were Total No of scores : 244 disappointed as Waterford went on to Actual Scores: Junior Football: win by three points and contest the 24 goals – 1 99 points. Average per game: No. of games: 5 Munster final. Score Waterford 3 goals Total No of scores : 121 3+ goals – 28+ points. 9 points Clare 12 points. Actual Scores: In the other semi final Tipperary and Intermediate Hurling and Junior 8 goals – 11 3 points. Cork served up a thriller at Pairc Uí Football . Average per game: Chaoimh and at full time the scores Our Junior Football and Intermediate 1+ goals – 22+ points. Comhairle Na Mumhan - 2009 Munster Senior Championships DATE CODE VENUE TEA,MS ATTENDANCE

31/5 HURLING Thurles Tiobraid ÁrannV Corcaigh 35,102 14/6 HURLING Thurles LuimneachV Portlairge 25,229 20/6 HURLING Thurles LuimneachV Portlairge 15,374 21/6 HURLING Limerick Tiobraid ÁrannV an Clár 20,872 12/7 HURLING Thurles TiobraidÁrannV Portlairge 40,230 Total 136,807 Average over five games 27,361 Comparable average figure 2008 34,250 24/5 FOOTBALL Dungarvan CorcaighV Portlairge 3,504 24/5 FOOTBALL Thurles TiobraidÁrannV Luimneach 4,635 7/6 FOOTBALL Killarney CiarraíV Corcaigh 32,203 13/6 FOOTBALL Cork CorcaighV Ciarraí (replay 30,720 7/6 FOOTBALL Ennis An ClárV Luimneach 4,386 5/7 FOOTBALL Cork CorcaighV Luimneach 20,676 Total 96,124 Average over five games 16,020 Comparable average figure 2008 8,567

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Underage Attendances 2009

GRADE TOTAL ATTENDANCES NO. OF GAMES AVERAGE ATTENDANCE AVERAGES 2008

Under 21 Football 3,872 5 774 1,075

Under 21 Hurling 18,935 4 4,733 5,225

Minor Hurling* 14,377 6 2,396 2,698

Minor Football* 5,201 7 743 1,154 * Does not include finals Waterford Crystal and Mc Grath Cups As I did last year I am going to refer to the recently completed 2010 competitions.You are well aware of the serious weather conditions which prevailed at the beginning of 2010. The start of the MC Grath Cup competition was delayed by two weeks because of this weather and for a while it looked as If we may not be able to get these competitions off the ground at all. However the weather improved enough to make a delayed start and with the cooperation and goodwill of the Counties and Colleges Launch of u21 Championship involved in the preliminary rounds we University College Cork again prestige. managed to catch up for time lost and emerged from their side of the draw The Munster Senior Club Hurling actually met the final deadline for this to face Waterford in the final. This Championship is keenly contested competition. Our thanks to all those augurs well for the college as they every year and 2009 was no involved and to the venues who contest the Sigerson and Fitzgibbon exception. De Le Salle the 2008 hosted these competitions. Colleges competitions in the near champions failed to get through the In the Mc Grath Cup University future. Waterford championship and it was College Cork emerged from one side left to Ballygunner to fly the Waterford of the draw to meet Kerry in the Final. AIB Munster GAA Club flag. The championship began in fine This competition gives counties and Championships : style at Semple Stadium Thurles on the colleges a chance to start of the year Our club championships always very day that the Association was with competitive fare and these games provoke genuine interest amongst not founded 125 years ago. Ceremonies provided much entertainment for the only the participants but the around Thurles added to the occasion hardy supporters who braved the neighbouring clubs rally around and but the main event was clearly the game between Thurles Sarsfield and elements to see their teams perform. help create an atmosphere at our Newtownshandrum in the Munster Indeed our attendances at these games that rivals anything seen at our Club Championship quarter final. A competitions were up on previous big inter-county matches. The Provincial hard and close fought contest ensued years showing that our patrons still club championships provide our clubs with Newtownshandrum overcoming have an appetite for these with an opportunity to benchmark the locals in the dying moments. competitions. In the final Kerry were themselves against opposition from In the first of the semi finals victorious so they started the New Ballygunner had to work all the way Year as they finished the old one, on a other counties whom they would not through to beat a spirited youthful winning note. usually meet while at the same time Cratloe side in Walsh Park. The allow them compete for Provincial second semi final paired In the Waterford Crystal Cup honours which have stature and Newtownshandrum against Adare of

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Limerick who counted themselves quarter final at Quilty, while in the right call. In these moments of unlucky in the final of this competition other quarter final Kerins O Rahillys madness one player came forth from in 2008. Adare did not live up to the defeated Clonakilty of Cork by four Kerins O Rahillys, Michael Quirke , he performances of 2008 and succumbed points. The semi finals provided good showed why he deserves the acclaim to a three point defeat at the hands of entertainment but no shocks as Kerins he receives both as a player and on the Cork men. O Rahillys and Killmurry Ibrickane this occasion as a sportsman. progressed to the final. The final was a The final also played in Semple tough close fought game with the The Intermediate Club Hurling Stadium had Newtownshandrum as outcome not certain till the end. championship is a cracker of a hot favourites but Ballygunner did not Kilmurry Ibrickane annexed the title competition and this year South worry unduly, as they fought for every and I believe the celebrations in West Liberties of Limerick contested the ball and contested every chance. In the Clare went on into the small hours. final against Douglas of Cork. These end Newtown were worthy winners The final whistle saw events which two fine clubs will surely make a by two points and now represent could be best described as the best positive impression in senior ranks Munster as they bid for All Ireland and worst side of sport with within their respective counties in glory. supporters from the losers showing 2010. On the day South Liberties took their anger at a refereeing decision the honours after a lacklustre first half In the Senior Club Football Kilmurry which deprived them of a goal in the performance but a second half effort Ibrickane easily defeated reigning dying moments. TV coverage later which just saw them through by the Munster Club Champions in the proved that the referee had made the narrowest of margins. Inter County/ Inter Club Championships 2009

Roll of Honour 2008

GRADE TEAM

Inter-County Senior Hurling Tipperary Inter-County Senior Football Cork Inter-County Intermediate Hurling Cork Inter-County Junior Football Cork Inter-County Fé 21 Football Cork Inter- County Fé 21 Hurling Clare Inter- County Minor Hurling Waterford Inter- County Minor Football Kerry Waterford Crystal Cup 2009 Clare Waterford Crystal Cup 2010 Waterford Mc Grath Cup 2009 Cork Mc Grath Cup 2010 Kerry Inter -Club Senior Hurling Newtownshandrum (Cork) Inter –Club Senior Football Kilmurry Ibrickane Clare) Inter –Club Intermediate Hurling South Liberties (Limerick Inter –Club Intermediate Football Spa ( Kerry) Inter –Club Junior Hurling Blackrock (Limerick) Inter-Club Junior Football Castlegregory (Kerry)

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In the Intermediate Club Football Hurling was in Abu Dhabi and the Championship Spa of Kerry defeated Football final was played in London. In Cratloe of Clare in the final. This was Hurling we played Connacht in the no mean feat for the Clare club as they semi final and while we led throughout had won the Clare Senior Hurling the game we were beaten in the dying championship the Clare Intermediate moments by a hungrier opposition. In Football championship and the Fe 21 Football we defeated Connacht in the Hurling championship. A great year by Gaelic Grounds and travelled to any standards in any club. London for the final against Ulster. We performed with great pride and effort The Junior Club championships give in London but were defeated by a very our Junior clubs a chance to show their strong side. I wish to thank, players wares and make a bid for glory. In selectors and back up management Football Castlegregory Kerry easily teams in both Hurling and Football overcame the challenge of who represented this Province in 2009. Mountcollins Limerick in the final. In hurling Blackrock Limerick beat Schools Fermoy Cork in a gripping encounter Last year I reflected on the Budgetary by the narrowest of margins in the changes which could cause difficulties dying moments with a score that for our Association in implementing would do justice to winning an All our games programmes in the Schools. Ireland Senior Inter County Final. While difficulties have been experienced in some quarters I am Best of luck to all teams now happy to say that the voluntary efforts representing the Province at All Ireland of our teachers alongside their stages. passionate commitment to our games Action from Limerick v Tipperary has meant that little if any disruption Matrin Donnelly Interprovincial has been caused and our games we could put together a reward Competitions continue to thrive in all sectors where system where such initiatives are in In 2009 Munster competed in the this commitment and passion exists. place. On Behalf of the Council I wish to put Martin Donnelly sponsored On the playing fields Our Second level on record our sincere thanks to all Interprovincial competitions with colleges had serious success at those teachers at Primary, Post limited success. The continued failure National level with Thurles CBS Primary, and Third Level, whose to identify a suitable time for this winning the All Ireland Senior Colleges contribution of time, energy and competition frustrates players, officials Hurling following on their success in passion gives our games that extra and our patrons.Year after year the the Harty Cup. In Football Collaiste na special place in the school calendar. The internal debate surfaces, should we Sceilge also won their Senior Colleges challenge for us as an Association is to continue these competitions or should All Ireland competition having earlier ensure that every child gets a we scrap them. Nostalgia is great but it won the Corn Uí Mhuiri. In the B does not deliver positive results. We meaningful opportunity within the Colleges CompetitionsYoughal must either end them now or make a school system to participate in our annexed the Corn Uachtarán while definitive decision to make a weekend games while at the same time help Hospital won the Corn Phádraig. in the calendar for these games. I deliver good coaching inputs which believe that if we are to continue with enhance involvement and develop the In Primary schools, the real nurseries in these competitions, the only way to skills of our players. The go games the development of our games, the have any hope of success is to pair policy assists in the delivery of these passion as well as the skills, are the them with the Club Championship principles at Primary level while at motivating factors. School teachers finals on Saint Patricks Day with the second level we need to ensure that have for years been the key to this Hurling in Thurles and the Football in 1st year internal leagues are set up and development and this continues today. Croke Park. Continuing as we are , is developed within the system, then we We are indebted to these man and like death by one thousand cuts and need to continue to the more senior women who through their own love of neither the players who commit, the classes so as to continue the average our games are prepared to put so generous sponsor, or the patrons who player involvement. Drop out levels much time and effort into making this support (now only a handful) deserve within these age-groups can be tackled happen. The Primary Game at Munster this indecision. In 2009 the final of the through this kind of initiative. Maybe level combined with many other local

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initiatives form the shop window for place in all our Colleges. Club Officials Inter County our Primary sector these games should contact these Development Championship Referees provide the motivating factor for young Officers, make known names of the John Sexton (Cork) boys and girls in honing their skills so individual players attending and show Iomáint Shinsir that they can be considered for a place an interest in these players Rory Hickey (Clare) on the county team for the big day. We participating in college games and Peil Shinsir must ensure that as many children as activities. Players who show no interest Noel Cosgrove possible are given this opportunity in college GAA activity are prone to (Tipperary) while at the same time ensure that it drop out of Club activity within a Iomáint Idirmheanach. does not become competitive to such short period. Keith O’Brien an extent that we create a sense of (Tipperary) elitism around those chosen. These Referees Peil Shoisir games are meant to reward As a Council we are blessed to have Diarmuid Kirwan (Cork) achievement and effort , not create such a pool of dedicated, experienced Iomáint Fé 21 little men of boys at this young age. I and committed referees who are Aidan Mangan (Kerry) thank the Daily Star Newspaper for available week in week out to officiate Peil Fé 21 their continued sponsorship of these at our games. These voluntary Colm Lyons (Cork) games. members train as much as any inter- Iomáint na Mionúr county player and receive no accolades Michael Rock (Clare) In third level the challenges are great, except at times criticism. It amazes me Peil na Mionúr young players away from home, at times that TV pundits concentrate Maurice Condon, probably for the first time, getting that so much on identifying perceived (Waterford) first touch of freedom from structure errors which have been made in a split Corn Mhic Craith (2010) and rebelling against what they have second of judgement and ignore Denis Richardson (Limerick) been listening to can easily drop out of greater player errors which might have Waterford Crystal Cup (2010) our games as they do from other a bigger influence in determining the activities. Concentrating on developing result. In almost all cases our Referees Club Championships Freshers participation must be a receive the respect they deserve Declan O’ Driscoll priority for us as if we get them past however in isolated incidents some (Limerick) that first year without dropping out supporters and some officials have Iomáint Shinsir na gClub then we have a chance of keeping been completely out of order. As a Maurice Condon them involved. Clubs have a key role to Council we cannot and will not (Waterford) play in this and I wonder how many tolerate this behaviour and we have a Peil Shinsir na gClub club coaches or officials even know responsibility to punish any unit guilty Séamus Roche (Tipperary) that we have Development Officers in of such behaviour. Iomáint Idirmheanach na gClub

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Derek O’ Mahoney (Tipperary) Peil Idirmheanach na gClub Seanie Mc Mahon (Clare) Iomáint Shoisir na gClub Conor Lane (Cork) Peil Shoisir na gClub Discipline Thankfully we had an improvement in the volume of cases where players were contesting their proposed disciplinary action in 2009. However units and specific individuals have made a habit of contesting decisions on the flimsiest of technical grounds. This takes up a lot of our Hearings Committee which allow subsidised entry to our Clare MunsAteurtuamndnAwll IirtehlaandFEUT2A1CHaucrclinregdCithead mpions time and while some of these cases games. Student concessions are only course for our Stewards in Cork. We deserve serious scrutiny most have no available to those students who had 70 members present at this basis in rule or fact. A worrying trend produce a valid current student ID course and are committed to also for our Hearings committee is that with a cessation date and a proper continuing this training until all some of our sub bodies in dealing with photograph displayed. Colleges are stewards in all stadia achieve this disciplinary cases are not as efficient in aware of the conditions which operate accreditation. It must be remembered their business as they should be on this concession. The practice of that these stewards give of their time causing further disciplinary issues for arriving and expecting entry without voluntarily and only if they have our hearings. This will be dealt with in this ID is not acceptable and is causing travelled a distance from another 2010 through a workshop being held difficulties for our gate personnel. In county do they receive any expenses. in the province for all county and the case of the OAP concession this is This involves leaving home in time to Divisional CCCs. Tommy Hennessy only available where the person has be present in the stadium at least two Willie O Connor and their fellow photographic identification with age hours before the first scheduled game. committee members deserve a special proof to show the official on gate duty. mention as they have been called upon Difficulties arise when we allow one We have had our bad moments ,I at short notice and sometimes at person through because they look the admit and have to take some of the weekends to hear urgent cases. age and then stop someone who does blame for our inefficiencies. The replay not look the age. So please do not of the Munster Football semi final in Our Games take offence when asked for this Pairc Uí Chaoimh , certainly , was not Thankfully our attendances in 2009 identification as none is intended. The our finest hour as we did not manage held up on previous years despite the greatest difficulties arise with the under this event as we should have. Already downturn in the economy. This I 16 free entry to non ticket games. This we are working with the Stadium believe is because our games are concession is only for young persons committees to ensure that we improve attractive and entertaining to our who are under the age of sixteen on our performances on the day. Issues patrons. The initiatives launched by the the day of the game. This is a very outside our control however are the Council such as an increased number difficult concession to manage and we non purchase of tickets despite their of family tickets located throughout are entitled to look for proof of age. wide availability before the day of a each venue, the early release of tickets game and the late arrival of some of to the counties for our games, and the Managing our Games our patrons who expect immediate promotion of our games with ticket Proper management of our games entry. Also a small number of followers placements in the local media all from a spectator point of view is now arrive with alcohol or under the contributed to this success. a more challenging affair. We are influence of alcohol to our games. On committed to ensuring safety and this issue we intent to work closely Concession entry to our games convenience for our patrons while at with the Garda Shiochana to refuse One issue that has surprised me in the the same time training our match day entry to any person arriving in such a position I hold , is the lack of personnel to the highest possible manner. On the ticketing issue we will understanding of the concessions standard. This process began in the work with local media to publicise

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where tickets can be purchased before must be more proactive with our Development grants. In 2007 a three the match day. The old view that the players at inter-county level, making year cycle was put in train under the best tickets can be had on the day , can sure we are always aware of issues chairmanship of Jimmy O Gorman and no longer be sustained, as we ensure before they become confrontational. we lived up to that commitment. As that the best tickets are the first ones The day of expecting players to play we look at this area for the next three distributed. I thank Martin Donnelly for and shut their mouths are over and years we must take into account other his support in sponsoring the Steward rightly so. Supporters pay serious factors such as what the club is doing Bibs in 2009. money in these hard times to see in the coaching and promotional area, these games and expect players and as to succeed for the future clubs will Player issues officials to behave and perform with need to have more than improved Last year I briefly mentioned difficulties passion and pride in the jersey they facilities if they are to meet the which arose in Cork on player issues, support. challenges we face. This will be a sadly this issue surfaced in other As a side issue to this , is the position of matter for the new Council but we counties this year with Clare and Team Manager from club to county. must be innovative and assist clubs in Limerick being embroiled in conflict This is something the Association must many ways. The Physical Development between players and officials. This trend examine further. We expect our and Planning sub - committee of the is a disturbing one and we would now players and officials to perform on a Council must undertake an audit of all hope that with the National agreement voluntary basis and yet anecdotally we Club GAA facilities in the Province in between the GAA and the GPA these hear stories of supporters clubs or 2010 and assist in bringing up to date issues will become less frequent if not some such other group, paying these the Trustee Vested legal documentation a memory altogether. I personally managers at both club and county. This so that all Clubs are protected for the support this agreement, I believe that must cease if we are to be credible in future. there is only room for one Association, what we say. I do not wish to tarnish Players Officials and Members working the commitment of most Team In 2009 the Council committed together to develop and promote our Managers or supporters clubs with this €1,600,000 to Capital Grants games our culture and our Association statement as I know of many, many and dispersed €771,805 from in these difficult modern times. We managers who never received even National funds in this area must all be aware of the expenses for their contribution of time responsibilities we have, mutual respect and expertise, however it is an issue Club Financial Commitments is a two way - street, no person or which we need to tackle. The cost of running our club units has group hold a monopoly on respect rocketed in recent years. Many factors because of their position. Genuine Sub Committees are responsible for this increase. Some grievances must be sorted out in a The work of our sub committees will of these factors are within our own spirit of harmony with all sides willing be ever more important from now on control such as training our teams, to listen. as they assist in the delivery of our servicing debts from development or Strategic Plan. The terms of reference other financial commitments. The cost However I must make a few clear of our new sub committees which of insurance is also within our control points which might seem controversial come into being after our Convention as it important for us to ensure that all but they are not intended to be , it is will be mainly determined by the claims are correct and legitimate. In the merely as a GAA person stating my targets and initiatives contained in this case of property insurance it is vital beliefs. I respect any player who wishes plan. The sub committees which have that we take all reasonable steps to to remove themselves for whatever been in place for the last three years protect our property. In terms of reason, from their respective inter have delivered many positive and Public liability we must ensure that county panel , however I believe the innovative projects for the Council The usage by third parties is properly covered and that proper care is taken term “strike or picket ” have no place in hard work of these volunteers is never to avoid accidents by constantly the GAA vocabulary and never should seen and they never get the limelight assessing risks and doing the necessary have. I say this as a former Trade Union but the Council is very appreciative of remedial work. The Player cover is representative, as our games and our their work. now at critical point in terms of Association is Amateur and the Development Grants funding even though contributions voluntary efforts of our members is have increased dramatically in recent what sustains us. Players who leave The commitment of Munster GAA to years. It should be recognised that all their inter - county career should clubs in terms of support for physical gates taken at Provincial Council level respect others viewpoint as they development cannot be questioned as provide a 6% of its Championship expect others to respect theirs. From year after year we have given takings to this fund . Despite this an organisational point of view we substantial grants in the area of Club reserves have been exhausted as

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claims rocket at all levels. A definite function. The hotel provided an Manager of theYear: contributing factor in this has been the excellent meal for this function and Liam Sheedy (Tipperary) cost of Physio. I wonder if other codes most of those present enjoyed this Hall of Fame (Football): provide the same cover as we do or hospitality into the early hours. Marty John O’ Keeffe (Kerry) are we providing cover for players Morrissey again played a key role in injured playing other sports. the success of the night with Hall of Fame (Hurling): entertaining quips and a professional Séamus Durack (Clare) A most serious aspect of club finances attitude. To the many worthy Award New H.Q. is the overwhelming borrowing by recipients we salute you and thank you some club units during the Celtic Tiger for your positive contribution to our After many months of waiting and period. We put in place a new sanction games and our Association. many difficulties and obstacles and examination process in late 2008. overcome we have finally secured Clubs must understand , that all Playing Awards contracts on the site for our new borrowing over €15, 000 is subject to Minor Hurler of theYear: headquarters. Our Chairman Jimmy O authorisation from County and from Martin O’ Neill (Waterford) Gorman has played a huge part in € 75,000 Provincial Council approval is Minor Footballer of theYear: securing this site and I am delighted € required and over 150,000 Central Philip Galvin (Kerry) that this has been achieved during his Council approval is also required . We term. Our current offices have served Under 21 Hurler of theYear: would urge caution to clubs and if a us well but with the ever increasing club finds itself in difficulty then it Darrach Honan (Clare) demands on our office we need a new should engage with both the lending Under 21 Footballer of theYear: more work friendly office to meet the institution and the relevant county Colm O’ Neill (Cork) demands of a modern Association and board early to help overcome the Intermediate Hurler of theYear: achieve our goals. The new office difficulty. development will be a landmark Leigh Desmond (Cork) development showing the modern Ladies Football / Camogie / Junior Footballer of theYear: Handball Association in all its positive aspects. Aidan Walsh (Cork) The Council through our Coaching New Uachtarán: Camogie Player of theYear: and Games Development Committee 2009 saw the installation of Christy Aoife Murray (Cork) gives an opportunity to representatives Cooney former Chairman of this of Camogie , Ladies Football and Ladies Gaelic Footballer Council as Uachtarán Cumann Handball as well as our School of theYear: Lúthchleas Gael. This was a proud representatives to participate in policy Norita Kelly (Cork) moment for Christy who’s loyalty and and initiatives aimed at improving our service to this Association is well games promotion and development. Handballer of theYear: known and respected. He already Cooperation at every level is Shane Hedigan (Cork) important for our Associations so as to Senior Footballer of theYear: made a positive impact and I am sure provide the best available expertise his presidency will be successful and Pearse O’ Neill (Cork) positive for the Association. As a and guidance to our units. This I believe Senior Hurler of theYear: is happening and we must continue to Council we have always been strengthen our links and work closely Brendan Cummins (Tipperary) supportive of National policy when to identify how we all achieve our adopted and this will be the same Distinguished Service Awards under our new chairperson Sean goals. I must mention the retirement Administration: this year of Peter Dennehy as Munster Breathnach. Frank Murphy (Cork) Secretary of the Handball Council. Financial Matters: Peter gave long and committed service Coaching & Schools GAA: As I did last year I will leave the to Handball and was a pleasure to Denis Ring (Waterford) financial report to my Deputy Enda Mc know and work with. Many happy days Media Award: Peter. Guane and our Cisteoir Michael Power. Jim O’ Sullivan (Cork) Enda joined our team in the summer Annual Awards Refereeing Award: and has been a refreshing and This year we secured a new sponsor Jim Joe Landers (Waterford) energetic addition with expertise for our Annual Awards and I would like across many areas of activity. His to thank Bord Gais for their interest Special Merit Award: approach is diligent and enthusiastic and support. Lawlors Hotel Dungarvan Tom Mc Garry (Limerick) and I look forward to working with hosted the night and once again it was Club of theYear: him in the coming years. Michael a thoroughly enjoyable and social Cratloe (Clare) Power epitomises the traditional hard

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Council Issues for the new Council: Last year in my first report I was naive NAME COUNTY JOINED COUNCIL YEARS SERVICE enough to raise certain issues I PJ Mc Guane Clare March 2006 4Years believed we should discuss and I will show that same naivety again this year Frank Murphy Cork March 1976 34 yrs by mentioning some of these again and Teddy O’ Sullivan Kerry March 1990 20Years raising some new ones. Now that we have our election this Michael O’ Riordan Limerick April 2008 2Years year for vice chair maybe it is time to Rory Kiely Limerick March 1982 28Years consider rotation of this position. I am sure a mechanism can be found to John Ryan Tipperary April 2001 9Years keep all counties on board. Tommy Hennessey Waterford March 1991 19Years The issue of tickets and ticket Paddy Joe Ryan Waterford April 2004 6Years availability is something that must get further attention in the years ahead. TJ Egan Tipperary March 1989 21Years We distribute the bulk of our tickets Donal O’ Keeffe Tipperary Sept. 1990 20Years through the County Boards. We are committed to having these tickets on working treasurer but with a clear have never worked with as committed their ticketing systems three weeks knowledge base and a meticulousness and passionate a person , either within prior to an all ticket championship only an accountant can bring to this this Association or in other workplaces. game. In 2010 we must ensure that position. Always available and on hand You will be missed Jimmy , but I know these tickets are available to the public on match days he is usually the last to you will remain on the Management on a daily basis at least two weeks leave , making sure all bookwork is and Finance Committee as well as the before a game. Only by having tickets complete and in order. Council itself for the next twelve out there early can we help generate Financially this Council is in good order, months and continue to make a the enthusiasm amongst the average the Officers make a conscious effort to positive contribution . punter so that they become aware and ensure that the budgets and spending Sean Walsh takes over the Chair at this interested in attending. Convention. Sean has already made a are kept within reason while not I believe that the Council has spent a huge contribution to this Council as engaging in penny pinching. With our lot of revenue in giving support to leas - cathaoirleach. I know that he will gates holding firm during 2009 albeit clubs and Counties through bring great dynamism and a fresh with the help of replays we can Development funding. This was well approach to our work as we welcome continue to plan for a bright future for spent however we must look at the the new Council members on board. our Council which ultimately means development of the games themselves On the Council itself we are losing a that we can continue to support clubs and ensure that where we invest in and units with proper plans and huge number of committed volunteers who’s contribution to this Council over these facilities we have units who are projects. In 2010 Jim Forbes our PRO looking after the most important area has many exciting ideas aimed at many years (in some cases decades) has been both positive and helpful. of all , “ our games.”There is no point in encouraging our patrons to attend our developing facilities unless these games and I believe that supporters Their input will be missed but I am sure that the new members will also facilities are used to their maximum will see that we are both serious and and that quality coaching and proper genuine in this regard. give loyal and positive service in the years to come. club structures are serving the community catchment area also. Old and New: Croke Park Staff: Clubs need to take more responsibility I hope that Jimmy O Gorman will I would like to put on record my for deciding on Club championship forgive me for describing him as the thanks to Paraic Duffy and his Croke fixtures and availability of inter county old chairman as his term of office Park team for the backup and players for club activity. expires and current leas - assistance given to staff and members cathaoirleach Sean Walsh takes over at of this Council during the year. It is The Ban in Reverse the helm. Jimmy has been an important that at all levels of our Clubs need to take a look at how they outstanding chairman of this Council. Association we work together to treat underage players who give the His approach ,his manner, his wisdom achieve best results. This I can assure club first allegiance. Players who and his judgement have served this you is the case and will continue to be consistently turn up day after day are Council well. On a personal level I so while I am in this position. sometimes left out and get no game

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when so called better players return to The members of the Council and the with whom I have had contact in the club following playing other codes. members of all the Council sub- relation to the televising of our games. These loyal players sometimes feel committees for the assistance and co- To the Sponsors who provide unwanted and lose interest. I am operation which I received from them generous sponsorship to the Council constantly hearing stories from clubs throughout 200 9. and some of its sub-committees who state that some of their players including: have been told that if they want to To the County Officers in the six continue playing Gaelic Games then County Committees in Munster and Ulster Bank/Toyota /Vodaphone their place will not be there for them particularly the County Secretary’s and Guinness /Eithead Airlines/ RTE in the other code. This is the ban in Treasurers with whom I have most The Daily Star reverse and some of these players are contact and dealings in the course of AIB Bank plc very young and should not be forced our work. Waterford Crystal to make that choice at so young an ESB age. On the other hand we need to To the Referees, Linesmen, Fourth Bord Gais give Players who give us first allegiance officials, Umpires and Assessors for the Cadbury’s greater respect and a fairer chance. manner in which they officiated at our Martin Donnelly Short term gain rarely leads to long games in 200 9. To the Uachtarán, Ard Stiurthóir and term success. To the officers and members of the all the staff in Páirc an Chrócaigh for the co-operation and assistance Our Annual Awards Night is now the schools bodies for the ongoing work received during 200 9 highlight of our Social Calendar and we they do in support of our games in the should look at getting greater status various levels of schools. Finally I want to acknowledge the and promotion for this event. I believe To the several Stilesmen, Stewards, contribution made to the work of the that it should have a permanent home, Groundsmen, Catering personnel who Council by all of my colleagues on the for a period of five years for example, have helped us during the year in staff of Comhairle na Mumhan: Enda, this would allow us develop a show ensuring that access to our games, at Kathleen, Nuala, the two Pats, and around the event and assist with whatever level, is safe and efficient. Joey . serious sponsorship commitment. Also to the Event Controllers in the Killarney would provide the ideal major venues and to the Gardai, Go raibh mile maith agaibh. setting were we to consider this Health Board personnel, and many option. others who make our games safe for Mise le meas, patrons. Sympathy. Padraig Mac Gearailt CEO / Runaí To all the Players at every grade who As with every year The Association in Comhairle na Mumhan. the Province has lost many of its provided the “Key Ingrediant” of the members over the past twelve months. Association in Munster in 200 9 as in I will not recall individually any of those every other year. The popularity of the who passed away for fear of omitting games for the patrons attending the anyone. On Behalf of the Council I games and for those watching or wish to convey the sympathy and listening to media coverage is condolences to all the bereaved testament to the level of excellence relatives and friends of those who you have achieved in your chosen passed away during 200 9. Go dtuga sport. Dia snaimhneas siorai da n-anamnacha To all those who contributed in any do léir. way to produce our Strategic Plan. To all those who contributed to our Buíochas. 125 celebration. In concluding my report I wish to thank the following: To the media personnel, national and My fellow Officers on the Council local, for the excellent coverage which Management Committee and our games receive at every level particularly the Cathaoirleach Seamus throughout the year. A particular word Ó Gormain. Jimmy ’s Passion, integrity of thanks to RTE and TV 3 and TG4 for and commitment is an example to the TV fees received during 200 9 and us all. to all RTE and TV 3 and TG4 personnel

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Despite the very difficult financial attributed to the competition draw decrease of 65%, however the 2008 climate , 2009 was a positive year for and associated venues. Gate Receipts figure was skewed by the repayment of the Council in a financial sense. The still remain the Councils major source development grant by Limerick Co. Council underwent its second full audit of income holding steady at 64% of Board . in 200 9 and another unqualified total income. The Senior Hurling opinion was delivered. championship accounted for 5 7% of Costs total Gate Receipts in 2009 as Overall income (before contra opposed to 68% in 2008. Match Day Costs increased in 2009 income) net of direct costs was down due to the replays in the Senior by €300,000. Over €4.8 million was Commercial Income from Championships . A more relevant paid back to Counties and other GAA Sponsors and TV companies decreased statistic is that Match Day costs units in 2009, representing 7 0% of all in line with forecasts contained in the represented 2 8.5 % of Gate Receipts in expenditure of the Council. Given the 2008 financial review. In real terms 200 9. This reflects a 3.5% increase on decline in overall income it is worth income from TV and Nationally the 2008 figure and is an area that will noting that the Council actually negotiated sponsorship is now back to require careful management in 2010. increased its funding activities during the level it was in the early part of the This is an area where, with discussion 2009 distributing Operating and last decade. As highlighted in previous and agreement between relevant Capital Grants of €2,895,220. reviews this is due largely to changes in parties, further savings can be achieved the way commercial income is and shared with units . The Council is in solid financial health, distributed to the Council. However it however it is clear that as the does highlight the need for the Council Team Costs to the Council include recession continues to impact income to develop alternative commercial match allowances and gear grants to from gate receipts and central council income streams. These would operate County, Club and College teams funding will continue to decline. parallel to the sponsorships agreed at participating in Munster competition as Therefore it is of paramount national level and will capitalise upon well as the cost of the Munster importance that the Council continues the unique brand which is the Munster Interprovincial teams. These costs are to focus on achieving value for money Championships. up slightly due to an increase in claims in all aspects of its operations. This can from clubs and colleges. The only be achieved through continuous Club Ground development Interprovincial Championship team critical evaluation of every cost by all funding from Central Council declined costs continue to increase, this was committees and sub-committees. by 5%. In the areas of Third Level exacerbated in 2009 due to the Bursary Contributions, Personnel and Interprovincial final being held in Ruislip The following is a brief analysis of the Projects , funding decreased by 16% in and the total cost of preparing both items on the revenue account of the 2009 . This decrease is due to a change teams was €40,000. financial statements. in the methodology used to distribute this funding. However Central Council Administration costs decreased in funding is a hugely important revenue 200 9 despite a handover period Revenue stream and going forward the funding between the incoming and outgoing methodology established in 2009 will Dep CEO. Gate Receipts were up in 2009, this assist the Province in gaining increased was mainly due to the two replays in value for money . Games Development for 2009 the Senior Championships (Limerick v shows a marked decrease however Waterford and Cork v Kerry). Overall Financial Income shows a 60% this is due to changes to merit based attendance figures were up on 2008 decrease for 200 9 however this figure funding making comparisons difficult. figures, this was largely due to the is a more realistic return based on a replays, however the club reduced portfolio of investments. Capital and Operating Grants championships in both codes continue While interest rates continue to drop, represented 4 2% of expenditure by to grow in popularity . It is also worth with careful management this income the Council in 200 9. The Council noting that when the replay is factored stream can continue to grow going completed the final year of its three out , attendances at Senior Hurling forward. year commitment of a budget of €1.6 championship matches were down million per annum to Capital Grants slightly on 2008. This can be mainly Other Income for 2009 shows a under the Development Grant

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scheme. It is appropriate that given the tightly and this is reflected in a year- relevant to each application. It is current economic climate the level of end surplus of €584,358 which has intended that this process will help investment in capital projects be been transferred to Revenue reserves clubs to prudently develop their reviewed. The Centenary year for use in the imminent development facilities while maintaining all other celebrations sparked a huge of the new Council HQ. aspects of the club. . investment in infrastructure by the association across the Country and the Financial Michéal de Paor benefits are clearly visible today. We Cisteoir must ensure that going forward we Management have the players and coaching systems Eanna Mac Dubhain in place to ensure that the In an effort to pro-actively support and Leas-Runaí infrastructure is used to its maximum monitor the financial activities of clubs potential. across the province the Council now meets with clubs seeking to borrow Balance Sheet money and seeking to sell property. Full details of this are available on the Reflecting the current property market website www.munstergaa.ie under the the Council Offices were revalued at clubs section. This process focuses on year-end and an impairment charge of the clubs financial status, facilities, €84 ,0 00 is carried in the accounts. The playing and membership levels, Councils cash has been managed business plan and other criteria

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40 Financial Statements Year ended 31 December 2009

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Income and Expenditure Account Year ended 31 December 2009

2009 2008 Note € € INCOME Gate receipts 4,900,372 4,166,582 Commercial income 647,105 803,375 Central Council funding 1,854,772 2,359,247 Financial income 153,107 393,880 Other income 70,319 200,774 Contra income 2,128,924 3,204,130 Total income 9,754,599 11,127,988

Direct costs Match day costs 1,393,094 1,053,992 Competition costs 53,400 49,607 Total expenditure 1,446,494 1,103,599 8,308,105 10,024,389

Indirect costs Team costs 283,656 270,978 Games development 1,264,789 1,814,212 Player welfare 361,001 318,445 Administration costs 623,970 729,190 Other costs 82,187 31,447 Contra costs 2,128,924 3,204,130 4,744,527 6,368,402

Operating surplus on ordinary activities 3,563,578 3,655,987 Impairment of fixed assets (84,000) (91,800)

Surplus before funding activities 2 3,479,578 3,564,187

Funding activities Operating grants 507,782 438,358 Capital grants 2,387,438 2,432,678 2,895,220 2,871,036

Surplus for the year 11 584,358 693,151

Distribution of surplus Transfer to development fund 11 - 600,000 Transfer to revenue reserves 11 584,358 93,151 584,358 693,151

Income and operating loss arose solely from continuing operations. There were no recognised gains or losses other than those dealt with in the income and expenditure accounts.

On behalf of the Council Chairman : Seamus Ó Gormáin Secretary: Padraig Mac Gearailt Treasurer: Micheál de Paor

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Balance Sheet 31 December 2009

2009 2008 Note € € Fixed assets Tangible assets 4 720,946 834,741 Financial assets 5 635 635 721,581 835,376 Current assets Stock 1,750 1,750 Debtors 6 585,851 366,177 Loans 7 266,618 155,365 Investments 8-95,230 Loans and deposits scheme - Croke Park 7,249,502 8,678,054 Cash at bank 1,695,036 572,869 Cash on hands 10,005 15,000 9,808,762 9,884,445

Creditors - amounts falling due within one year 9 (2,337,143) (3,064,339)

Net current assets 7,471,619 6,820,106

Creditors - amounts falling due after more than one year 10 (79,480) (126,120)

Total assets less current liabilities 8,113,720 7,529,362

Represented by: Revenue account 11 7,513,720 6,929,362 Development fund 11 600,000 600,000

Total reserves 8,113,720 7,529,362

On behalf of the Council Chairman : Seamus Ó Gormáin Secretary: Padraig Mac Gearailt Treasurer: Micheál de Paor

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Cash Flow Statement Year ended 31 December 2009

Notes 2009 2008 € € Net cash (outflow)/inflow from operating activities (a) (293,264) 1,337,300

Return on investments and servicing of finance (b) 141,219 317,798

Capital expenditure and financial investment (c) 101,756 345,546

(Decrease)/increase in cash balances (50,289) 2,000,644

(a) Reconciliation of net cash flows from operating activities Operating profit 3,563,578 3,655,987 Profit on disposal of investments (11,887) (68,582) Interest on deposit and loan scheme (138,838) (254,208) Deposit interest (2,381) (63,590) Depreciation charges 35,156 25,715 Operating grants and donations (507,782) (438,358) Capital grants (2,387,438) (2,432,678) (Increase)/decrease in debtors (219,674) 441,952 (Increase)/decrease in loans (111,253) 39,088 (Decrease)/increase in creditors (512,745) 431,974 (293,264) 1,337,300

(b) Return on investments and servicing of finance Interest on deposit and loan scheme 138,838 254,208 Deposit interest 2,381 63,590 141,219 317,798

(c) Capital expenditure and financial investment Payments to acquire tangible fixed assets (5,361) (13,740) Receipts from sale of investments 107,117 359,286 101,756 345,546

(d) Analysis of changes in net cash Loans and Cash deposit and bank scheme overdraft Croke Park Total €€ € Balance at 1 January (65,617) 8,678,054 8,612,437 (Decrease)/increase in cash 1,378,263 (1,428,552) (50,289) Balance at 31 December 1,312,646 7,249,502 8,562,148

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Notes to the Financial Statement

1. Accounting policies The significant accounting policies adopted by the Council are as follows: Basis of preparation The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting standards generally accepted in Ireland. Accounting standards generally accepted in Ireland in preparing financial statements giving a true and fair view are those published by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland and issued by the Accounting Standards Board. The financial statements are presented in euro. Historical cost convention The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention. Income and expenditure Income and expenditure are accounted for on an accruals basis. Income from gate receipts is recorded net of commission incurred in earning this income. Tangible assets Tangible assets other than land are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation adjusted for any permanent diminution in value. Depreciation is calculated in order to write off the cost of tangible assets over their estimated useful lives. Rates used by reference to which depreciation has been calculated are as follows: Office equipment 20% reducing balance Buildings 2% reducing balance Trophies Nil The cost of fixed assets is their purchase cost, together with any incidental expenses of acquisition. Financial assets and investments Financial fixed assets and investments are stated at cost. Provision is made, where necessary, for any permanent diminution in value. Stocks Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net realisable represents expected sales proceeds net of selling costs.

2. Operating surplus before funding activities is stated after 2009 2008 charging/(crediting) € €

Wages and salaries 460,853 404,777 Social welfare costs 47,158 75,892 Staff costs 508,011 480,669 Depreciation 35,156 25,715 Impairment of fixed assets 84,000 91,800

3. Employee information The average number of persons employed by the Council during the year was 9.

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

4. Tangible assets Office Premises equipment Trophies Total € € € € Cost At 1 January 200 9 975,074 90,417 4,676 1,070,167 Additions - 5,361 - 5,361 At 31 December 2009 975,074 95,778 4,676 1,075,528

Accumulated depreciation At 1 January 2009 175,074 60,352 - 235,426 Charge for year 16,000 19,156 - 35,156 Accelerated depreciation 84,000 --84,000 At 31 December 2009 275,074 79,508 - 354,582

Net book value At 31 December 2009 700,000 16,270 4,676 720,946 At 1 January 2009 800,000 30,065 4,676 834,741

The premises was valued at €700,000 on 12 January 20 10 at open market value by John Stapleton & Co Limited, IAVI Auctioneers, Valuers & Property Managers, Mungret Street, Limerick. The Council considers that there is a permanent impairment in value and have provided accelerated depreciation to write down the premises to the open market value.

5. Financial fixed assets 2009 2008 € € GAA credit scheme 635 635

6. Debtors 2009 2008 € € Debtors 585,851 366,177

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

7. Loans 2009 2008 €€

Croke Park Loan Fund 150,000 - Ballinlough, Cork City Grounds - 6,347 McDonagh Park, Nenagh 8,000 15,000 Fitzgerald Stadium, Kerry 101,548 126,948 South Tipperary GAA Board 7,070 7,070 266,618 155,365

Loans due within one year 39,470 39,088 Loans due after more than one year 227,148 116,277 266,618 155,365

8. Investments 2009 2008 € € Investments held at cost - 95,230

The market value of these investments at the balance sheet date was €Nil (2008: €103,511).

9. Creditors - amounts falling due within one year 2009 2008 € € Bank overdraft 392,395 653,486 ICreditors and accruals 1,944,748 2,410,853 2,337,143 3,064,339

10. Creditors - amounts falling due after more than one year 2009 2008 € € Term tickets 79,480 126,120

11. Movement on reserves Development Revenue Total fund Account €€ € Balance at 1 January 600,000 6,929,362 7,529,362 Surplus for year - 584,358 584,358 ) Transfer to development fund -- - Balance at 31 December 600,000 7,513,720 8,113,720

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

12 . Taxation status

The Comhairle Na Mumhan is exempt from taxation under Section 235 of the Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997.

13. Council Officers responsibilities

The Council’s officers are responsible for preparing the financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices in Ireland including the accounting standards issued by the Accounting Standards Board and published byThe Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland.

The Council‘s officers are required to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs and of the income and expenditure of the Council for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the Council‘s Officers’ are required to:

o Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently; o Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; o Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that Comhairle Na Mumhan, Cumann Luith Chleas Gael will continue in operational existence.

The Council‘s officers confirm that they have complied with the above requirements in preparing the financial statements.

The Council‘s officers are responsible for keeping proper books of account which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Council. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

14. Related party transactions 2009 2008 € € Central Council GAA 1,854,772 2,359,247

Payments and charges to officers of the Board during the year amounted to €235,665 (2008: €218,054).

An amount of €5,513 was paid to Castlesigns Limited for signage. A director and shareholder of Castlesigns Limited is a county delegate to the Council.

15. Events since balance sheet date

There were no events since the balance sheet date that have an effect on the results as at 31 December 2009 .

16 . Approval of financial statements

The financial statements were approved by the Council on 2 February 2010.

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Source of Revenue 2009

Minor Football presentation 2009

49 Gate Receipts Analysis 2009

Utilisation of Revenue

50 Detailed Accounts Schedules (not forming part of the financial statements)

Revenue Year Ended 31 December 2009

2009 2008 Note € € Revenue Gate receipts 1 4,900,372 4,166,582 Commercial revenue 2 647,105 803,375 Central Council funding 3 1,854,772 2,359,247 Financial income 153,107 393,880 Other income, 4 70,319 200,774 Contra income 5 2,128,924 3,204,130 9,754,599 11,127,988

Direct costs Match day costs 6 1,393,094 1,053,992 Competition costs 7 53,400 49,607 1,446,494 1,103,599 8,308,105 10,024,389

Indirect costs Team costs 283,656 270,978 Games development 8 1,264,789 1,814,212 Player welfare 9 361,001 318,445 Administration costs 10 623,970 729,190 Other costs, 11 82,187 31,447 Contra costs, 12 2,128,924 3204,130 4,744,527 6368,402

Operating surplus on ordinary activities 3,563,578 3,655,987 Impairment of fixed asset (84,000) (91,800) Operating surplus before funding activities 3,479,578 3,564,187

Funding activities Operating grants payable 13 507,782 438,358 Capital grants payable 2,387,438 2432,678 2,895,220 2,871,036

Surplus for the year 584,358 693,151

Distribution of surplus Transfer to development fund - 600,000 Transfer to revenue reserves 584,358 93,151 584,358 693,151

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Schedule to the Accounts - Period ended 31 December 2009

1 Gate receipts 2009 2008 € €

Senior hurling championship 2,809,220 2,840,603 Senior football championship 1,439,388 705,013 Senior club championships 142,857 127,322 Waterford Crystal cup and McGrath cup 43,941 51,232 U21 championships 186,333 165,920 Minor championships 106,032 105,258 Other competitions 125,961 110,794 Term tickets amortised 46,640 60,440 4,900,372 4,166,582

2 Commercial revenue 2009 2008 € €

Media coverage 300,000 500,000 Championship sponsorships 250,000 250,000 Other commercial revenue 97,105 53,375 647,105 803,375

3 Central Council funding 2009 2008 € €

Club and urban development grants 771,805 810,000 Third level bursaries 12,000 24,000 Games development including hurling and football development grants 1,070,967 1,525,247 1,854,772 2,359,247

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Schedule to the Accounts - Period ended 31 December 2009

4 Other income 2009 2008 € €

Affiliation fees 1,284 1,344 Tournament fees 490 820 Fines 2,300 20,300 Appeals 100 900 Coaching conference income - 10,250 Development grant rebate - 120,000 Signage grant - 12,500 Signage income 56,156 7,944 Ticketmaster revenue share 8,862 11,617 Scor income - 14,175 Donations and other income 1,127 924 70,319 200,774

5 Contra income 2009 2008 € €

County public and employers liability insurance - 543,266 County players injury scheme 2,061,734 2,101,925 County property insurance - 129,748 Central Council games/ticket sales 67,190 429,191 2,128,924 3,204,130

6 Match day costs 2009 2008 € €

Venue rental and expenses 1,123,399 835,145 Match officials 54,660 50,233 Security 184,421 133,087 Ticketing costs 30,614 35,527 1,393,094 1,053,992

7 Competition costs 2009 2008 € €

Medals and trophies 53,400 49,607

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Schedule to the Accounts - Period ended 31 December 2009

8 Games development 2009 2008 € €

Personnel 1,075,328 708,713 Hurling and football projects 79,412 987,324 Coaching courses 6,942 26,019 VHI C l camps 103,107 92,156 ύ 1,264,789 1,814,212

9 Player welfare 2009 2008 € €

Players injury scheme 290,501 243,295 Third level bursaries 70,500 75,150 361,001 318,445

10 Administration costs 2009 2008 € €

Salaries and pensions 292,464 351,953 Rates and insurance 17,526 31,448 Depreciation 35,156 25,715 Professional fees 16,940 34,320 Conference and travel 204,526 226,930 Office administration and sundry 52,707 52,526 Financial costs 4,651 6,298 623,970 729,190

11 Other costs 2009 2008 € €

Scor expenses 4,603 20,405 Coaching conference - 10,369 Affiliation fees 2,000 673 125Year Celebrations 51,396 - ClubVoice Day 24,056 - Sundry 132 -5 82,187 31,447

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Schedule to the Accounts - Period ended 31 December 2009

12 Contra costs 2009 2008 € €

County Public & Employers Liability insurance - 543,266 County players injury scheme 2,061,734 2,101,925 County Property insurance - 129,748 All-Ireland Series tickets 67,190 429,191 2,128,924 3,204,13

13 Operating grants payable 2009 2008 € €

All-Ireland finalists grants 60,000 40,000 Munster finalist grants 158,380 66,380 Gaeltacht scholarships 30,030 23,800 Special grants 41,720 67,400 Grants to sub bodies 168,904 193,404 Post Primary Schools development 48,748 47,375 507,782 438,358

55 Munster Coaching and Games Development Sub-Committee -Report 2009 Is mor an chuis athais dom an tuarascail seo ar bhliain an ghnothach a chur os bhur gcomhair. Summary of Responsibilities objectives linked to merit based National Coaching and Games The Munster Coaching & Games funding throughout the Association Development Committee, new Development Committee shall for the following years personnel structures, suited to the implement the Association’s plans to 5. Continued development of a needs of the province maximise playing numbers, increase holistic education programme for 15. Implementing the ‘Merit Based playing standards and ensure that the tutors and coaches for all codes Funding’ model linked to the six Association’s games are sufficiently within the Association by 2012. national priorities competitive and enjoyable for all who 6. We will take into account the ever 16. Setting up representative groups want to participate increasing urbanisation and rural to oversee underage games depopulation issues affecting our programmes in each county Terms of Reference units, and ensure that all of our 17. Working with counties to identify 1. Overseeing the implementation of units adjust to meet these structures which will acco- the GAA Grassroots to National challenges. mmodate club units where rural Programme (GNP). In this context, 7. The Games Development activity depopulation is a key factor i it will have specific responsibility in the province will be delivered via inhibiting their survival for the following: an annual detailed Games 18. Supporting the new Post Primary a. Ensuring the Games Development Plan in each of the Level Committee structure Development Plans are counties. The execution of these 19. Supporting activity and providing prepared by County Games plans will be the responsibility of coaching backup and assistance Development Committees the County Coaching and Games for our schools and colleges at b. Monitoring the implementation Development Committee/County Primary, Post Primary and Third of these plans and evaluate Coaching Officer and Games Levels their effectiveness in terms of Development Team in each county 20. Rolling out the GAA Code of maximising participation, under the management the County Best Practice forYouth Sport optimising playing standards and Games Development Manager. 21. Rolling out Garda Vetting for all ensuring value for money 8. The delivery of Go Games members involved with underage c. Ensuring that a BASE (Basic Programmes in the Primary teams Administration Structure) is in Schools and clubs of the province 22. Introducing ‘Respect Initiatives’ to place which provides the 9. The delivery of Super Touch all club and county teams at each capacity to ensure projects are Programmes in the Post Primary underage level linked to the goals implemented with maximum Schools and Clubs of the province in the Plan effectiveness and efficiency 10. The implementation of the U Can 23. Introducing ‘Recreational Games’ 2, We will ensure that (in line with Awards in Primary Schools in the in line with the national rollout of the National Games Development province. these games. Player Pathway) the development 11. Promoting and delivering GAA Cúl 24. Piloting initiatives to develop of our games remains a key Camps in all clubs hurling and football in weaker objective of the Council. We aim to 12. The delivery of Schools of areas provide every player in the Excellence and Development 25. Ensuring that there is province with the opportunity to Squad Programmes in every region accountability and full play meaningful games in a safe and of the province responsibility for all areas within enjoyable environment. 13, Rolling out the new GAA Coach the games development budget 3, To ensure that the seven key Education System and achieving 26. Oversee the implementation of strategic objectives are Coach Education Targets for the Care for All Foundation implemented consistently through Foundation and Award 1 Levels at 27. Oversee the roll out of the ABC all units of the Association in 2009. both club and school levels / have a Ball Programme 4. Work in developing key national 14. Introducing, in consultation with the 28. Overseeing the deployment of

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County Games Managers and internal county fixture programmes. 2nd Albert Shanahan Limerick Games Development It also ensured that all players were (both qualified for All Ireland in Cooley Administrators throughout the playing in the correct age group. Mountains Association, ensuring appropriate Under 16 Hurling: procedures are in place to A special word of thanks to Kevin Liam O’Dea; Limerick monitor, evaluate and manage Walsh and his panel of referees for Camogie: such personnel their help and cooperation and for Patricia Jackman (Waterford) 29, Organisation of regular meetings making the running of the VHI G.A.A Cul Camps with County Games Managers competitions so much easier. and Games Development The third year of National Summer Administrators other Poc Fada na Mumhan Camps resulted in an increase of representatives from Third Level This years Poc Fada Competition was approx 9 00 in our numbers and the Colleges, to review games again held in Thurles Racecourse on provision of an even better service. A development, competitions and Saturday July 11th. Munster Coaching special word of thanks to our County other relevant matters within the and Games Development Committee Co-ordinators and the vast number of sector took responsibility for organising the Club Co-ordinators who made the 30. Prepare a summary report on its Senior and Under16 Competitions. camps such a success. activities for inclusion in the In addition to the local visits the annual Convention Booklet The senior competition covered a full Officers of Munster Coaching and length of the course plus two furlongs Games Development Committee Current Work Plan: while the Under 16 and Camogie visited a number of camps in each During the year the committee met on Competitions covered three quarters county and reported positively on ten occasions and was responsible for of the course. Donie Nealon acted as their observations. While we increased overseeing the following busy schedule official judge for all competitions. A our numbers again in 2008 I feel that of activities. special word of thanks to the following: we are closely reaching saturation point and would discourage setting Under AgeTournaments o Donie Nealon from the National targets that may be unattainable Responsibility for all underage inter Committee for his advice and (particularly in the present economic county and inter divisional assistance. climate). The following are the competitions rests with the Provincial o The 12 young players from the attendance number for the Munster Coaching and Games Development Durlas Og club who acted as VHI Cul Camps in 2009 . Committee. With the exception of the markers for the Senior and Under MunsterVHI Cul Camps 200 9 Under 16 Inter Divisional Hurling 16 Competitions respectively. Contae Attendance Championship all such tournaments o Tipperary Coaching and Games are organised by different County Development Committee (in An Clar 3147 Committees within the Province. particular Dinny Maher and Corcaigh 8100 The following is a list of Underage Nicholas Moroney) for providing Ciarrai 3704 Tournaments with the host county in additional scorekeepers. Luimneach 2993 o 2009. Pierce Moloney (owner of Thurles Port Lairge 2590 Hurling Host Racecourse) for the use of his Tiobraid Arann 4100 Under 14 Waterford facilities. 24,634 Under 15 Carrigdoun o Martin Donnelly our sponsor and Under 16 Tipperary his representative Christy Ryan. Under 17 Cork o All of the County Coaching Football Host Officers for their cooperation in Under 14 Waterford running their own county Under 15 Cork competitions on time. Under 16 Limerick o Morgan Conroy and the Munster Camogie Personnel for their All hurling competitions as agreed efficient running of their own were played on the same weekend of competition August 29th and 30th. All football competitions were played on July 18th. The results were as follows Playing all competitions on the same Senior Hurling: date had minimal disruption on 1st Brendan McNamara Clare Get your scarves and flags..

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The success of the camps in Munster Allocation of 2009 Munster Summer Camp Dividend ( €103,107) on a national scale resulted in a € € dividend of 103,107 (Up 10,951 COUNTY LUMP SUM PER CAPITA TOTAL from 2008) accruing to the Province. This was distributed to the counties Clare €10,000 €5,396 € 15,396 (only to be used on Coaching and €10,000 €14,486 Games Development Projects) Cork € 24,486 as in chart on right Kerry €10,000 €6,382 € 16,382

Limerick €10,000 €5,115 € 15,115

Tipperary €10,000 €7,287 € 17,287

Waterford €10,000 €4,441 € 14,441

TOTAL 60,000 €43,107 € 103,107

Pitch Sanding Pitch Standing The pitch sanding scheme which is administered by our committee is CLUB COUNTY GRANT proving very worthwhile and not alone Killarney Legion Ciarraí €2,000.00 provides our clubs with better playing € surfaces but also assists our Post Miltown/Castlemaine Ciarraí 2,000.00 Primary Development Officers in O’Callaghans Mills An Clár €2,000.00 completing their very busy schedule € of games. Each year two clubs are Na Gaeil Ciarraí 2,000.00 nominated from each county to take De La Salle Port Láirge €2,000.00 part in the scheme over a three year Dunhill Port Láirge €2,000.00 period. Therefore at any one time € there are 36 clubs benefitting from the Cappoquin Port Láirge 2,000.00 grants. However some clubs are only Old Christians Luimneach €2,000.00 claiming in the first year and as a result Meelick An Clár €2,000.00 all of the grant allocation is not being € spent. J K Brackens Tiobraid Arann 2,000.00 I would strongly suggest that we Castletown-Ballyagran Luimneach €2,000.00 consider replacing any club that misses € out on a year in order to make sure Lismore Port Láirge 1,725.60 that we spend all of our allocation . Dromcollogher Broadford Luimneach €2,000.00 Croagh Kilfinney Luimneach €1,865.00 The following is a schedule of the € grants paid to clubs in 2008 Burgess Tiobraid Arann 1,979.00 Moyne Templetuohy Tiobraid Arann €2,000.00 Ballybacon Grange Tiobraid Arann €2,000.00 Tallow Port Láirge €2,000.00 Galtee Rovers Tiobraid Arann €1,902.00 Cratloe An Clár €1,959.00 Templenoe Ciarraí €1,800.00 Valley Rovers Corcaigh €2,000.00 Mallow Corcaigh €2,000.00 Templederry Tiobraid Arann €2,000.00 Cloughduv Corcaigh €2,000.00

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Coach Education: In July and August 2009 a Football County Numbers The members of our Coach Education Award 1Youth course was held in St. Workgroup for 2009 were as follows: Flannan’s College in Ennis. It was Waterford 146 Pat Moore (Port Lairge), Joe attended by 16 coaches from Munster Limerick 76 Reddington (Luimneach), Tom Queally and Connacht most of whom are Kerry 255 (An Clar), Brian Lotty (Corcaigh), Pat involved in County Coaching Moroney (Tiobraid Arann) Noel Academies. Tipperary 125 Hartigan (Limerick) and Paudie Butler Clare 170 (National Hurling Director). The Other developments that took place in Cork 150 committee has met on many occasions Coach Education this year are as this year to oversee the follows : As well as county coaching implementation of the new Coach conferences the Munster Coaching & Education Programme. We would like Provincial PrimaryTeachers Games Development Committee to congratulate John Landers who Course: organised a very successful Hurling acted as Chairman of the National Forty two teachers attended our Academy Conference in St Patricks Committee for the delivery of the new Annual Primary Teachers Course College in Thurles in April 2009. Over program. The following is a summary of which was held in Mary Immaculate 80 coaches from all six counties initiatives carried out by the committee College this year in late August . A big attended. this year. thank you to Richard Bowles for the organisation and delivery of the course Primary Go Game Foundation Award Assimilation. The Primary Go Game had another Foundation Award Assimilation took FullTime Position in Mary successful year in 2009. The “Star” place from November 2008 to January Immaculate College: newspaper has proved an excellent 2009 and a total of 74 tutors were As a result of representations made by sponsor and hope that this relationship trained to present the new Foundation our committee to the National will continue into the future. The Award Course in Munster. Foundation Committee we succeeded in securing Primary Go Game gives children a Award courses began in February a full time Education Officer for Mary fantastic opportunity to perform in 2009 in all counties in Munster. Joe Immaculate College. Joe Redington was some of the best stadia in the country Redington, Paudie Butler, Brian Lotty, appointed. We consider this position to during the summer time in front of Pat Moroney, Pat Moore, Tomas be of utmost importance to the large attendances . A special word of Quealy, Noel Hartigan, Eamonn Ryan, development of our games in the thanks to Tim O’Byrne, Brother Frank Holohan, presented or facilitated primary sector as Mary Immaculate Dormer, Joe Lyons and the committee parts of the course. College is one of the two largest of Munster Cumann na mBunscol for teacher training colleges in the country. their help and assistance. Thanks also Award 1 Assimilation Therefore this position provides us to Munster Council C.E.O. Padraig Mac In November and December 2009, a with a vital link into our future Gearailt for all his help and in total of 59 tutors completed the teachers and hopefully we can utilise particular for providing the participants Award 1 Assimilation and are now this to benefit the games in our with the best of accommodation at all trained to present the Award 1 Child, Primary Sector . the matches. Youth and Adult Coaching Courses. These courses are commencing from County Coaching Conferences Games Programmes January 2010. At the January meeting of the Munster While considerable energy and Coaching and Games Development resources have in recent years been NewTutors Committee it was agreed to alternate devoted to coaching it is vital that we In September and October 2009 a every second year between Provincial do not forget the whole area of games. total of 24 new Tutors were trained to and County Coaching Conferences. In The recently released Munster present Foundation Award courses. light of this decision all counties in Strategic Plan places particular Munster organised and ran very emphasis on games, fixtures and Pilot Courses successful Coaching Conferences in planning. We in Munster must ensure Munster hosted 2 pilot courses in 2009. In total a massive number of 922 that these objectives are delivered and 2009. coaches attended the conferences. that all of our players in the Province In March and April twenty four, 3rd receive a proper and appropriate year Primary Teacher students The overall feedback was very positive. games programme . In 2010 we hope attended and Hurling Award 1 Child The following is a breakdown on the to place even greater emphasis on this course in Mary Immaculate College numbers that attended. area of our activity. With this in mind

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The Munster Coaching and Games Development Committee organised a meeting with representatives from County Overseeing Body on underage fixtures in each county in December 2009 with a view to assessing the overall games programme in each county.

Og Iomáint & Og Peil The annual residential Coaching Camp for Under 14 players in the province took place again this year. All counties sent panels of 20 players and at least 3 Coaches/Mentors. The venue was Cork Institute of Technology. Og Iomaint took place on August 12th and 13th. With the exception of Kerry Limerick Supporters all counties were represented by second string panels (i.e. Players who within the county. This resulted in the Games Development Projects did not represent their county in the introduction of the following positions With the increase in personnel Tony Forristal Competition). This within the Province spending came a reduction of spending € concept proved very beneficial as it on projects to 531,000. In 2009 we € gave more players the opportunity to (1) Six County Games Managers provided 32,500 to all counties for represent their county and also receive (2) 23 Games Development expenditure on projects and a further € top class coaching to further develop Administrators 30,000 for academys. The balance their ability. In total 130 players and 20 (3) 2 Hurling Development was used for various Provincial Projects coaches availed of the two day camp. Administrators such as The Primary Game, Primary Og Peil took place on August 19th and (4) 6 Third Level Development Teachers Course, Óg Iomaint/Peil, 20th. The schedule covered all major Officers Provincial Go Games, Tutor and Staff aspects of player and team (5) 6 Part Time Post Primary Schools Training. While we envisage a further development. 120 players and 18 Development Officers reduction in our project budget for coaches attended the camp. 2010 the increase in personnel and In addition to the creation of these development of new structures The players and coaches that attended new positions we also implemented enables to deliver on all of our projects both camps from the various counties the new salary and pay structures in the counties with a minimum of were exposed to top class coaching (recommended by the Hay Group) expenditure. and mentoring. The feedback from all as agreed at National Level. involved was very positive. A big thank The financial implications of these Croke Park Activity Days you to C.I.T. for the use of their changes is that there is a considerable As in previous years the province has facilities and also to Pat Culhane and shift in our budget from expenditure been fortunate to be allocated two Keith Ricken for the smooth running of on projects to expenditure on activity days in Croke Park. The the event. personnel. Munster Coaching & Games The budgeted increase in expenditure Development Committee decided that will be 500k resulting in a total spend each underage club should get the FullTime Personnel of €1.7. There will be no increase in opportunity to play on the hallowed In 2009 Munster Coaching and Games expenditure by the counties as the ground. It was decided to concentrate Development Committee undertook a increase will be covered by the on Under 12 players. This year 48 clubs complete review and overhaul of our redirection of Munster and Croke Park from around the province travelled to personnel situation. Under the new funding. Croke Park to participate in mini system each county now has a Games With the completion of this process blitzes. In addition to playing on the Manager with a staff of Games we now feel confident that we have a field all clubs received a tour on the Development Administrators structure in place that will deliver all of Croke Park Museum. Many photos and operating in geographical divisions our objectives and targets fond memories with tears and smiles

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from adults and children alike made for our committee we have developed a courses have proven to be very a wonderful occasion. In all 960 very good working relationship with successful and beneficial. We are children, 48 young whistlers and 144 the Handball Committee. Once again particular grateful to Kevin Walsh and coaches availed of the experience. The this year we have provided funding for his Provincial Referees Committee for feedback directly and indirectly was their special coaching programme for all their help and assistance over the very positive. The local papers were elite players which was delivered at past year . filled with articles and team photos various venues. There is no doubt that with the Hogan Stand in the Handball is benefiting from the close Ladies Football & Camoige background. A big thank you to all who connection with Coaching and Games While we are not directly involved helped to make the day a memorable Development and this is being with either the Cumann Peil Gael na one especially the County Games reflected in a general raising of mBan na Mumhan nor Comhairle Managers and the two Provincial standards as evidenced by the results Camogaiochtai na Mumhan we have Hurling Administrators. in all of the various committees . keeping in line with the National Coaching and Games Development Post Primary Schools Football MunsterTwinning Partnership Committee added a representative Project with North America from both associations to the Munster An Cathaoirleach Séamus Ó Gormáin During the year we started the Coaching and Games Development formed a football review committee twinning arrangement with North Committee. William Harmon and under the chairmanship of John America GAA. After the initial meeting Deirdre Murphy represent Ladies Landers to assess the state of football at congress last spring in Cork much Football and Camoige respectively at in the province. The committee met on progress has been made in the Provincial Level. Both keep the many occasions during the year and partnership arrangement. The committee informed on all activities. produced an excellent booklet Provincial Games Managers have outlining a number of proposals aimed drawn up a comprehensive “Action Proposed Work Plan for the next at developing the game. The first Plan” document for the development 12 months: initiate to be rolled out was the of our games. In October 2009 we Over the next 12 months the Munster Munster Post Primary Schools Football visited Chicago and agreed a time line Coaching & Games Development Project. This project identified 3 post for the delivery of the “Action Plan” Committee plan to develop the primary schools in Waterford, Clare, with North America GAA. Over the associations overall objective to Limerick and Tipperary where next three years a number of initiatives maximise playing numbers, increase sustained regular coaching and games have been outlined to increase the playing standards and ensure that our development activities would be numbers playing our games and to games are sufficiently competitive and carried out over a 12 weeks period develop the playing standards in a safe enjoyable for all who want to either side of Christmas. The coach and enjoyable environment. Munster participate. With this in mind we are assigned to each school was instructed GAA has agreed to help develop the proposing the following plan for 2010. to provide 2 sessions per week. The following areas. project began in September in three of 1. The delivery of the Go Games the four counties, unfortunately o GDA and GPO Development Programmes in 60% Primary Limerick were slow to get started due o Coach Education Development Schools and 70% Clubs of the to the fact that the participating o Referee Education Development province . schools concentrated on hurling up o Promotional Development 2. The delivery of Go Games until the midterm break. The counties Coaching Programmes in 80% of involved are very happy with the Referees Committee Primary Schools and 90% clubs of progress to date. One contributing One of the briefs of Coaching and the province factor to the success of the project is Games Development is the promotion 3. The delivery of Super Touch the excellent calibre of coaches of young referees. This has been Programmes in 40% Post involved. For the project to develop all actively encouraged throughout the Primary Schools and 20% Clubs of stake holders (School, Clubs and Co past year with the Referees the province Boards) must continue to support the Committee nominating referees for all 4. The implementation of the U Can initiative. the major underage inter -county Awards in 30% Primary Schools in tournaments in the province. the province. Handball All of the county committees have also 5. Promoting and delivering GAA Cúl Thanks to the efforts of Willie Roche organised ‘Young Whistlers’ courses Camps in all 80% clubs in the who is the handball representative on within their respective counties. These province.

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6. The delivery of Schools of 22. Overseeing the deployment of Jimmy and he’s wife Ann every good Excellence and Development County Games Managers and wish for the future. Squad Programmes in every region Games Development of the province Administrators throughout the Sean Walsh 7. Rolling out the new GAA Coach Association, ensuring appropriate Munster Convention will also end the Education System and achieving procedures are in place to monitor, reign of Sean Walsh as Chairman of Coach Education Targets for evaluate and manage such Munster Coaching and Games Foundation and Award 1 Levels at personnel Development Committee. I would both club and school levels 23. Organisation of regular meetings especially like to thank Sean for the 8. Introducing, in consultation with with County Games Managers and massive contribution he has made to the National Coaching and Games Games Development develop Coaching and Games in the Development Committee, new Administrators other province over the past three years. I personnel structures, suited to the representatives from Third Level would like to wish Sean well in he’s needs of the province Colleges, to review games new role as Cathaoirleach Comhairle 9. Implementing the ‘Merit Based development, competitions and na Mumhan . Funding’ model linked to the six other relevant matters within the national priorities sector Buiochas 10 . Setting up representative groups to Ba mhaith liom mo bhuiochas a oversee underage games Acknowledgements ghabhail do ghach einne a thug cabhair programmes in each county Committee and Meetings: dom I mbliana. Thanks to my fellow 11 . Working with counties to identify The members of the committee for officers Sean Walsh, John Landers and structures which will the past year were as follows: Sean Games Manager Joe Carton for all accommodate club units where Breathnach (Cathaoirleach), Sean De their efforts in 2009 .To the 6 Coaching rural depopulation is a key factor Laoindre (Leas-Cathaoirleach), Padraig Officers for their commitment and inhibiting their survival O’Se (Runai), Seosamh Mac Artain tireless efforts. To C.E.O Pat Fitzgerald 12 . Supporting the new Post Primary (Bainisteoir na gCluichi), Michéal Mac and Deputy C.E.O. Enda McGuane for Level Committee structure Carthaigh (Ciarrai), , Padraig Mac their continued support. 13. Supporting activity and providing Gráinne (Port Lairge), Nicolas O coaching backup and assistance for Maoronagh (Tiobraid Arann), Is Mise, our schools and colleges at Donnacha O Ceochain (Corcaigh), Padraig O Se Primary, Post Primary and Third Micheal O Concubhair (An Clar), Runai Levels Gearoid Mac Philib (Luimneach) Feb 2010 14 . Rolling out the GAA Code of Best Deasun O Cuilleanain (Triú Leibheal) Practice forYouth Sport T.S. Mac Aogain (Gairmscoileanna), 15 . Rolling out Garda Vetting for all Padraig O Mordha (Oideachas), An Br members involved with underage Dormer (Bunscoileanna), Michael O teams Fuireastal (Colaisti) agus Liam de 16 . Introducing ‘Respect Initiatives’ to Roiste(Liathroid Laimhe). William all club and county teams at each Harmon (Ladies Football) and Deirdre underage level linked to the goals Murphy (Camoige) were added to the in the Plan committee in June. 17. Introducing ‘Recreational Games’ in line with the national rollout of Jimmy O Gorman these games Munster Convention 2010 will make 18 . Piloting initiatives to develop the end of the Cathaoirleach hurling and football in weaker areas Comhairle na Mumhan term in office. 19 . Ensuring that there is accountability Over the past six years Jimmy has and full responsibility for all areas made a remarkable contribution to the within the games development GAA in the province. Jimmy served as budget chairman of Coaching and Games for 20 . Oversee the implementation of three years before following Sean the Care for All Foundation Fogarty as Munster Council Chairman. 21. Oversee the roll out of the ABC / On behalf of all in Coaching and have a Ball Programme Games we would sincerely like to wish

62 Iarbhunscoileanna Na Mumhan - Report 2009 Is mor an chuis athais dom an tuarascail seo ar bhliain an ghnothach a chur os bhur gcomhair.

General Report on Activities - COLAISTÍ

GRADE AGE WINNER NO. OF GAMES

PEIL

Corn Uí Mhorain U15A St. Brendan’s Killarney 5 Corn na Banndan U15B Midleton CBS 17 Corn Mhic Craith U15C Mercy Mounthawk, Tralee 39

Corn An Fhruinnaigh U16½A St. Flannan’s, Ennis 7 Corn na gColaistí U16½B St. Colman’s, Fermoy 12 Corn na Carraige U16½C Spanish Point 43

Corn Uí Mhuirí U18½A Col. Na Sceilge, Cahirciveen 19 Corn an Uachtaran U18½B Pol. Scoil na Trionide,Youghal 16 Corn an Runaí U18½C Mercy Mounthawk, Tralee 35

IOMÁINT

Corn an Fhaoitigh U15A Thurles C.B.S. 9 Corn an Phiarsaigh U15B Blackwater CC, Lismore 9 Corn Solo U15C Mitchelstown CBS 31

Corn an Riannaigh U16½A Ard Scoil Ris, Limerick 10 Corn an Chuinneanaigh U16½B Charleville CBS 15 Corn Iognaid Ris U16½C Tramore CBS 34

Corn an Airtigh U18½A Thurles CBS 25 Corn Phadraig U18½B John the Baptist, Hospital 21 Corn Mhic Ruain U18½C St. Augustine’s, Dungarvan 26

TOTAL GAMES PLAYED 383

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General Report on Activities - GAIRMSCOILEANNA

GRADE AGE WINNER NO. OF GAMES PEIL Senior A U18½ Clonakilty CC 7 Senior B U18½ Col. Ghobnatan, Ballyvourney 31

Junior A U16½ Clonakilty CC 8 Junior B U16½ Col. Dun Iascaigh, Cahir 27 FirstYear A Coachford 5 FirstYear B Hazelwood Col. Dromcollogher 10

Intercounty A Cork 1 Intercounty B Kerry 2

IOMÁINT

Senior A U18½ Roscrea CC 6 Senior B U18½ Hazelwood Col. Dromcollogher 21

Junior A U16½ Causeway CS 6 Junior B U16½ NenaghVS 7

FirstYear A Hazelwood Col. Dromcollogher 7 FirstYear B NenaghVS 5

TOTAL GAMES PLAYED 153

Ioncam Cursaí Airgid € Comhairle na Mumhan 47,700.00 Árd Chomairle 20,700.00 2008/2009 Geataí 67,960.00 Ticéidí 59,220.00 Urraíocht 5,500.00 Táillí 1,600.00 202,680.00

Schedule of Meetings Caiteachais Committee No. of Meetings Trófaithe & Boinn 7,503.00 Cruinnithe 3,086.00 Munster Post Primary 3 Ticéidí 59,220.00 Munster Colleges CCC 5 Rúnaíocht 13,654.00 Munster Vocational Post, Fón, Priontáil & Stais. 3,090.00 Schools CCC 6 Réiteóireact 3,025.00 Turas 1,902.00 Costais Banc 325.00 Clubanna 1,156.00 Deontaisí 95,875.00 188,836.00 Paudie Palmer Runai, € Feb 2010 Easnamh Ioncam/Caiteachais 13,844.00

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General Report on Activities feedback from all involved that these Comhairle Ardoideachais. Its function is As can be seen from the information weekends were most enjoyable affairs to monitor and support the 10 Third provided below the 2008/09 Academic and that a good time was had by all Level institutions in the province, Season was yet again another very involved. provide games and competitions, successful one for Coláistí Triú Leibhéil administer the rules and regulations of na Mumhan . The scheme implemented by our sector and to be responsible for Comhairle na Mumhann for the the distribution of grants and the The ten institutions between them awarding of bursaries to students relationship between the Colleges and fielded a total of 84 teams and played involved both here in Munster all mainstream GAA units. over 700 games. Although there is recognising talented players and always room for improvement and in administrators has continued to be Current Work Plan : particular in the manner in which we very successful with many young This Council has a very active and facilitate competitions for our non elite players benefiting as a reward for their ambitious work plan for the players , the year can certainly be work with their college clubs. Although forthcoming year: described as a very successful year for there had been a few initial teething the Munster colleges. problems regarding the administrative o The organisation of games and side of things in its first year 2008/9 competitions for our non-elite The major highlights have to be the saw a much smoother transformation players e.g. Juniors, Intermediates, record number of championship with most colleges reporting positively. Fresher Bs and Cs. This will be in successes that our colleges have had either a league or blitz format and over the last 12 months. In hurling it At National level there had been an will cater for male and female was a clean sweep with the Fitzgibbon, acknowledgement that things had to players. Ryan and Ashbourne (Camogie) all be run more professionally, especially in coming back to the province, as well as to the way our non elite games are o Coach Education- All of our Intermediate, Fresher 1 and 2 presented. The feedback from many of Colleges are running coaching Championship trophies all back down the Munster Colleges resulted in a courses for their students and staff south. The football was also well marked improvement in the members. This will strengthen the represented with Sigerson making its presentation of our games and in links with the clubs these students way to the province, its first visit of the particular to those of the non elite go back to. new millennium. It was also joined by players. While there are several areas the Division 1 Senior and Fresher which this must be improved , there in o Officer Training. – The Council Leagues trophies. now a conscious effort to do things in offers club officer training on an a more professional manner. Croke ongoing basis. These are the future There was a lot of effort both on and Park Administrator Vicky Ivers has now club, county and provincial officers off the field to secure these victories established herself as a very capable of our Association. but the real success was the manner in and helpful administrator and her work which they were attained. For many has in no small way helped in having a o Close working relationship with years the eligibility and legality of some proficient service at our disposal. of the teams and indeed some of our Coiste Oiliúna na Mumhan- nearly competitions in GAA’s third level As part of it’s on going efforts to all of our Third Level Colleges sector were under scrutiny. This year streamline and become more efficient make their facilities, expertise, etc the manner in which colleges went Comhairle na Mumhann had asked available to Munster on an ongoing about their business and the Coláistí Triú Leibhéil na Mumhan basis. We encourage this mutually transparency shown has put our games earlier this year to outline its present beneficial relationship. back on the pedestal which they functions and future plans to the o belong. executive. The following is a summary Monitoring of Scholarship/Bursary of this Schemes. We see it as our role to Corcaigh I.T. had the honour of hosting monitor these schemes and to the Sigerson Cup Weekend while the Terms of Reference: keep our National and Provincial Ashbourne was hosted by UCC. MICL The Munster Third Level Colleges bodies updated. also hosted Camogie’s Purcell Cup. The Council is a sub-committee of

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o Monitoring of elite players and 5. 125 th Anniversary celebration- this particularly like to thank our Chairman player burnout issues. will be marked by Third Level in Des Cullinane who was the Munster Munster. representative on the CA. He along o To liaise with County officers and with Ciara Cregan (Treasurer)were team managers about the 6. Launch Alcohol & Substance Abuse very supportive in my role as Runaí to pressures being put on young Policy within Colleges. this committee over the last three year players attending Third Level and their friendship and support is Colleges. 7. Launch a voluntary Code of very much appreciated. Conduct for 3rd Level players, o To make regular reports to the managers and officials Thanks must go the long list of Provincial secretary. referees who make themselves 8. Recruit more student referees, available to officiate at our games and Proposed Work Plan for next 12 coaches and team mentors. to the many local GAA Clubs who put Months : - their grounds at our disposal, quite To continue and expand on many of Acknowledgements often in inclement weather conditions. the above initiatives On behalf of Coláistí Triú Leibhéil na Finally, greatest thanks must go to all Mumhan I wish to acknowledge and the players, officers, full-time games 1. To encourage Colleges to increase thank sincerely the officers and promotion officers and sports the participation levels within their administrators of An Comhairle na administrators of our various third institutions. Mumhan for their generous financial level institutions.You’re unselfish giving support and commitment and for their of your time, energy and enthusiasm 2. More internal, non-competitive, positive encouragement of the ensures that our national games social GAA activities. development of Gaelic Games in the continue to be to the forefront of third level sector. sporting life in the third level sector 3. Increase the visibility of the GAA and that the Munster Colleges on our Third Level campuses. I also wish to extend thank the officers continue to lead the way both on and of Comhairle Ardoideachais and to off the field. 4. Implement the recently launched their administrator Vicky Ivers for their Strategic Plan support and cooperation. I would

Munster GAA Award Winners 2009

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Balance Sheet 2008 - 2009

INCOME Grant from Munster Council €25,000

EXPENDITURE Coaching Grant M.I.C.L. € 1,100 I.T. Tralee € 0 Cork I.T. € 730 Waterford I.T. € 0 Limerick I.T. € 0

Grants to Colleges Waterford I.T. € 3,000 Cork I.T. € 3,500 Limerick I.T. € 2,250 U.C.C. € 3,750 I.T. Tralee € 1,750 Mary Immaculate College € 1,750 University of Limerick € 3,250 Tipperary Institute € 750

Referees L.G.F. Blitz € 240

Catering Meals for meeting € 122.20

Misc. Travel Expenses € 382.50 Pitch Hire – Newtown Shandrum € 300 Retirement Gifts € 720

TOTAL € 23,594.70

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Games Report

College No. of Teams No. of Games Played College No. of Teams No. of Teams Played

Hurling UCC 6 68 UL 5 45 Football UCC 6 58 UL 4 32 Camogie UCC 2 18 UL 2 16 Ladies F’tball UCC 1 11 UL 2 16 Total 15 155 13 109

College No. of Teams No. of Games Played College No. of Teams No. of Teams Played

Hurling LIT 4 41 WIT 5 42 Football LIT 2 16 WIT 2 16 Camogie LIT 1 2 WIT 2 15 Ladies F’tball LIT 1 17 WIT 2 14 Total 8 76 11 87

College No. of Teams No. of Games Played College No. of Teams No. of Teams Played

Hurling Garda 1 ? CCFE 1 ? Football Garda 1 ? CCFE 1 ? Camogie Garda 1 ? CCFE 0 0 Ladies F’tball Garda 1 ? CCFE 0 0 Total 4 2

College No. of Teams No. of Games Played College No. of Teams No. of Teams Played

Hurling MICL 2 29 CIT 6 56 Football MICL 2 18 CIT 6 51 Camogie MICL 1 12 CIT 1 13 Ladies F’tball MICL 2 14 CIT 1 10 Total 7 73 14 130

College No. of Teams No. of Games Played College No. of Teams No. of Teams Played

Hurling ITT 2 18 Tipp Inst 1 6 Football ITT 3 22 Tipp Inst 1 1 Camogie ITT 1 11 Tipp Inst 0 0 Ladies F’tball ITT 1 8 Tipp Inst 1 2 Total 7 59 3 9

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Bursaries 2008 - 2009

Munster Munster UCC College Other Council UL College Other Council Hurling 15 0 8 Hurling 0 1 1 Football 16 0 6 Football 0 4 7 Camogie 5 0 0 Camogie 0 3 2 Ladies Football 2 0 0 Ladies Football 0 3 2 Total = 52 38 0 14 Total = 23 0 11 12

Munster Munster MICL College Other Council CIT College Other Council Hurling 2 0 2 Hurling 14 0 3 Football 2 0 2 Football 11 0 6 Camogie 3 0 1 Camogie 3 0 1 Ladies Football 2 0 1 Ladies Football 1 0 1 Total = 15 9 0 6 Total = 40 29 0 11

Munster Munster LIT College Other Council WIT College Other Council Hurling 2 0 4 Hurling 7 0 7 Football 1 0 3 Football 6 0 1 Camogie 0 0 0 Camogie 5 0 1 Ladies Football 0 0 0 Ladies Football 3 0 0 Handball 0 0 1 Handball 0 0 0 Total = 11 3 0 8 Total = 30 21 0 9

Munster Munster ITT College Other Council TIPP INST College Other Council Hurling 6 1 0 Hurling 0 0 2 Football 2 0 5 Football 0 0 0 Camogie 1 0 1 Camogie 0 0 0 Ladies Football 0 0 1 Ladies Football 0 0 0 Total = 17 9 1 7 Total = 2 0 0 2

Munster Munster GARDA College Other Council CCFE College Other Council Hurling 0 0 0 Hurling 0 0 0 Football 0 0 0 Football 0 0 0 Camogie 0 0 0 Camogie 0 0 0 Ladies Football 0 0 0 Ladies Football 0 0 0 Total = 0 0 0 0 Total = 0 0 0 0

Members Eddie O’Sullivan - L.I.T. Patsy Morrisey - UL Cathaoirleach - Valerie O’Dwyer - Garda Rev. Jimmy O’Donnell – IT Thurles Des Cullinane - UCC Training College Tom O’Driscoll – Cork College of Runaí - Keith Ricken - CIT Eamon Fitzgerald - ITT Further Education Cisteoir - Ciara Cregan, Joe Redington John Granger - U.C.C., Keith Ricken - C.I.T. - Mary Immaculate College, Conor Phelan - WIT

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General Report on Activities (Limerick) Men’s B Doubles, Shane clubs in trouble and try and bring back As this is my first report to convention Hedigan (Cork) Men’s C Singles, dormant clubs. let me first of all say what an honour it Catriona Casey/Aisling O Keeffe The Regeneration programme in is for Limerick and my club Cappagh (Cork) G19 and Under Doubles, Ger Limerick commenced well and has for me to hold the office of secretary Coonan (Tipperary) Men’s A Doubles, progressed to high level. With 200 of the Munster Handball Council. Ciaran Malone/Barry Nash (Clare) 15 children involved at primary school We had major success across all fronts and Under Doubles. One of the level it has now progressed to including National and International. highlights was to see Jim Kennedy of secondary schools with over 100 On the juvenile scene all counties had Cork play in and reach the final of the students involved, youth clubs and success in the championship as well as over 80 competition. Garda Diversion groups. Coaching is being done at all levels and the colleges and team events. The International side of handball competitions have been introduced. Current Work Plan: continued in December when the It is hoped to establish at least two USHA Juniors were held in Chicago. In the Provincial Championship Adult clubs in the city areas by June 2010. and Juvenile 40x20 and 60x30 all of In the boys Denis O Neill of Liscarroll won the 15 and Under titles, as did the six counties competed in almost all Over the year we held 5 Munster Killian Carroll of Mallow in the 17 and of the grades [12 players per singles Council meetings in Adare and all Under and also added the doubles and doubles] and this gave us a very officers and delegates were present for title. In the 19 and Under Shane heavy programme of fixtures. The all the meetings. Including these and Hedigan of Liscarroll lost out in the juvenile championship had full entries other people in attendance we had an doubles final. In the girls Catriona in all grades and it was good to see a average of 18 people per meeting. big level of entries in the girl’s grades. Casey of Ballydesmond won the G17 The big increase is the inter club and Under title as well as the 19 and Proposed Work Plan for next championship in both codes and this Under doubles. 12 Months: has become a very competitive In competition we have 38 grades in Development of the juvenile game is competition. This had become a both 60x30 and 40x20. Each grade has very important and the Liscarroll U13 concern but clubs have put a lot of a singles and doubles. Each county is and U15 caters very well for this and effort in and we had high entries in all allowed two entries in the singles and have an annual entry of 100 players. the divisions. two in the doubles. As well this we The team events are also well have inter-club, 125 competition and contested. The Eileen Twoomey Tipperary and Cork dominated in the juvenile. We have close to 1600 games tournament in Kerry has become a 60x30 while Limerick totally a year with up to 1000 players. major event for girls and had an entry dominated Minor and the U21 grade. This gives us a very heavy programme of almost 40 girls. The schools The Ladies Senior Singles title returned and this is increasing every year and competitions also have big entries and to Limerick with Bernie Hennessy especially in the women’s grades. Limerick hosted the boys and girls reversing last years final result. As I conclude my report and my first singles and doubles competition. The Seamus O Carroll and CJ Fitzpatrick year as secretary I wish to thank all the team event went to Dungarvan. Limerick took all four titles in the U21 officers and committee of Comhairle grade between them. They also added Na Mumhan for your continued The part funding provided by the the Junior Hardball titles between support of handball. The annual grant, Munster GAA Council Coaching and them with Seamus beating CJ in all medals and support of coaching and Games has been a great benefit with Limerick final. development are greatly appreciated. all counties holding development John Hedigan of Cork took the 60x30 To my fellow officers in handball a sessions and the coaching of tutors has SMBS title and the girls from sincere thanks for all your help through been a real winner. Some counties had Ballydesmond Catriona Casey and out the year and especially to Peter two levels in this covering U13 and Aisling O Keeffe won Minor titles in Dennehy who has made my transition U15. Each session catered for 20 both codes. a smooth one.Finally I would like to players and covered a total of 150 wish everyone in the GAA circle in The World Championships were held players. A programme is in place to Munster huge success in 2010. in Portland Oregon USA. We had continue this in 2010 with first session seven world champions and they were, for Ballydesmond in February. Already Martina McMahon (Limerick) G15 and we are looking at a pilot scheme to Mise Le Meas, Donal O hAodha. Under Doubles, Seamus O Carroll run in Munster to develop handball (Limerick) 19 and Under singles, significantly and this will include a part Runai Seamus O Carroll/CJ Fitzpatrick time GDO who will visit schools, help Feb 2010

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Current Work Plan: over an extended period of time. o The benefit to second level County Foundation Courses The Referees Committee in each schools during the normal 2009. county has a responsibility to support working week would be Courses were held in Waterford (21), the referee recruits and nurture them significant if maximum use of Abbeydorney (24), Cloughduv (25), along their career path. The Referees these referees is availed of. Kanturk (19) and Limerick (19) Committee needs to appoint suitable o The recruits have a compliment including 5 from North Tipperary . personnel and charge them with the of match officials when officiating. o Third Level Courses: following duties regarding the newly While an embargo on Garda qualified referees. recruitment is in place the fact M.I.C.L. o o that the Garda police force has 9 male and 9 female students Liaise with Bórd na nÓg / Second one of the youngest age profiles took the March 2009 course. Level Schools. o in Europe is an advantage. Templemore Garda Training College: Ensure their appointment to In-service courses provide an o 12 participated in the foundation suitable games. opportunity to deliver the o Provide mentoring for them course held in April 2009. o foundation courses in the college o Four members of staff have Ensure they develop a competent and the embargo will be lifted in completed the course. team of match officials. the future. o Monitor their progress o o The Garda emphasis on Proposed Work Plan for next Report back to County Referee community integration provides a Committees. 12 Months: o practical outlet for the garda / In-service - Provide opportunities for referees referee involvement and the o Referees will receive In-service with potential to develop along a common denominator of training – one session per year – career path. discipline in both roles is over the next three years. complimentary. o This has the advantage of Divisional Boards need to be organised M.I.C.L. providing a monitoring process along similar lines. and a census of active referees. An existing model incorporating many TheYoung Referee Course is more of the above recommendations suited to students in M.I.C.L. than the Féile na nGael – Clare 2010: operates in Cork and it should be foundation course and we would o In preparation for Féile, a possible to work from that experience. recommend that students would recruitment drive will take place At inter-county level the developing pursue theYoung Referee Course. and foundation courses will be referee with potential should, as a In-service: provided for the new recruits. matter of policy, be appointed to the o In-service will be provided for up underage competitions from U14 It is now national policy that In-service to 30 referees who have through to minor level. As well as training is provided for serving referees. completed courses but are not being assessed his progress needs to This supports referees in what they active. be monitored. are doing, up skills them and keeps o 70 referees will be required This recommendation cannot just be them informed of rule changes and for Féile. aspirational if the optimum benefit is to interpretations. It is also policy that be derived. It has to be policy driven only referees attending these courses Strategic Plan 2009 – 2015: and implemented from the highest receive certification. We recommend o Recruit 15% to 20% extra authorities. that only referees who have received referees over the next 6 years. certification be appointed. Appointing o Templemore GardaTraining referees who are without certification 10% extra referees to be added College:- to the provincial panel in 2010. may have implications for appointment Recruitment will follow the Referee foundation courses have been bodies. national policy of C.V. and held in Templemore college over the Members – interview. past 3 years. This scheme should be o TheYoung Referee Course to be now taken on as a national project and Tá Seán Ó Fógartaigh sa chathaoir, developed for the following reasons. provided in each county. o Muiris Ó Súilleabháin, rúnaí, Caoimhín The goodwill from the authorities Breathnach, rúnai Coiste na Réiteoirí, Recommendations: in Templemore needs to be Dónal Ó Nialláin, Gearóid Ó hÚrdail acknowledged. Mentoring, Monitoring and Assessment o agus Seán Ó Matharbhuí. of Referees – There is major leakage They have actively encouraged Muiris Ó Súilleabháin, between the referee recruit Garda recruits to take the foundation course. completing the referee foundation o Rúnaí. course and his continuing to referee It is a positive P.R. exercise.

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Meetings – 10 Meetings were held in ‘Club Voice’ in The Brehon Hotel, Promotion and Marketing of the past year. Killarney in October and the Bord Games Gais Munster GAA Awards in o A major promotion for our Current Work Plan Cork in mid November. Senior Championship games with the Irish Examiner and the Local o Launched the new Munster GAA o Post Match Interviews were Radio Stations throughout the Web page in early May designed arranged after all our Senior Province: by Lairdesign and it provides an Championship games where o easy navigable, vibrant, interesting journalists had access to players County Flags with new Munster and full information service. and Team Managers for GAA Crest were handed out free o interviews. The co-operation of to all children attending our A Media Skills Training players and Team Managers is games. Programme for County PRO’s much appreciated. o was held in May in the Mallow A promotion with Killarney GAA Complex. o Hotels was organised where our Match Programmes were supporters could get a reduction o produced for all our games. The in accommodation rates on 4 Media Launches were organised quality and content of all our – early March, in Mallow, for the production of a valid Munster programmes was very good while GAA Match Ticket. Cadbury Munster Under 21 the Programmes for our two Football Championship: early May Senior Finals were of very high o Various match ticket packages the Munster Senior quality. were introduced. Championships in Lismore Castle:

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o Family Tickets were readily Hurling Final with the Council Programme for all Club Pros’ in the available for all our games accorded a Civic Reception by Province: produce a Provincial Thurles UDC. communications calendar 125 th. Anniversary Celebrations o Congratulations The PR & Marketing Sub-committee The Council Officers were also organised some events to celebrate accorded a Civic Reception by To the Fitzgerald Stadium Committee, the Lord Mayor of Cork this historic year. Killarney for the excellent Dressing Councillor Dara Murphy on the Rooms, Meeting Rooms, Medical and o eve on the Munster Football Final. Captains of winning Munster Referees Rooms they have built at the Senior Hurling and Football teams o On the eve of the Munster Stadium. from 1984 to 2009 were Guests Hurling Final a Torch Run from of Munster GAA at the Provincial Thanks to: Michael Cusack Cottage in Finals. Unfortunately the o Carron to Hayes Hotel, Thurles Council Officers for their help response from Captains of was organised. This was a Munster Football winning teams and support massive undertaking and it was very disappointing but the o proved to be a great success To all County Pros’ for their work response from the Hurling despite the very bad weather o Captains was excellent with only To the County Boards and Clubs encountered during the course of 2 captains marked absent when in Clare, Limerick and Tipperary the day. The Torch was lit in they were introduced at half time Carron by the Chairman of the for their tremendous work for at the Senior Hurling Final in Council, Seamus O’Gormain, and the Torch Run from Carron to Thurles. it was carried in relays by the Thurles. o Munster Teams in both Hurling Clubs of Clare, Limerick and o Tipperary to the Square in To Ed. Donnelly for his help with and Football of the past years the Web Page were also selected. These were Thurles where it was received by selected in conjunction with the Barra O Briain, Cathaoirleach o To Colette O’Grady (Luimneach), Irish Examiner and the players of Tipperary GAA. On the Sunday Ger Corbett (Tiobraid Arann), both sides were honoured by the the Torch set out from Hayes Hotel on the final leg of its Brendan Larkin (Corcaigh) for the Council in Limerick in October. production of Match Programmes The Hurling Team was – Ger journey to Semple Stadium. The Cunningham (Cork), Stephen relay carriers through Thurles o To Daniel Nelligan former Deputy were former greats of Munster McDonagh (Limerick), Brian CEO for his support and help at Hurling – Christy Walsh (Kerry), Lohan (Clare), Frank Lohan all times (Clare), Tony Browne (Waterford), Eamonn Grimes (Limerick), Davy Sean McMahon (Clare), Sean Og Duggan (Waterford), Anthony Officers O hAilpin (Cork), John Fenton Daly (Clare), Teddy McCarthy Cathaoirleach (Cork) and the torch was – Seamus MacFirbhisig, (Cork), Jerry O’Connor (Cork), Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí Ben O’Connor (Cork), Gary Kirby brought into the Stadium by (Limerick), John Leahy Jimmy Doyle (Tipperary) who Runaí – Riobeard O Riain (Corcaigh) handed it over to the Munster (Tipperary), Eoin Kelly Baill (Tipperary), Jimmy Barry Murphy Council Chairman. Eibhlín Ní Chroiseáin (Luimneach) (Cork), Nicky English (Tipperary). Plans for 2010 Mairín Ní Shé (Ciarraí) The Football Team was – John o Kerins (Cork), Marc O Se (Kerry), To devise new initiatives to Seosamh O Clérigh (Port Láirge) Sean Walsh (Kerry), Niall promote and market all our Sailbheastar O Conchuir (An Clár) games. Cahalane (Cork), Seamus o Gearóid O Laighin (Corcaigh) Moynihan (Kerry), Conor The improvement of Public Gearóid O Riain (Tiobraid Arann) Address systems in all our Counihan (Cork), Stephen Liam O Conchuir Stadiums O’Brien (Cork), Jack O’Shea o An tAthair Seamus O Gairnéir (Kerry), Darragh O’Se (Kerry), Improve the quality of music that is played in our Stadiums on Declan O’Sullivan (Kerry), Larry Fo-Choiste IT Match days Tompkins (Cork), Pat Spillane o Eamonn O Donnaile (Tiobraid Arann) (Kerry), Colm Cooper )Kerry), To continue to improve the quality and content of Aodán O Riain (Luimneach) Eoin Liston (Kerry), Maurice Máirin Ni Shé (Ciarraí) Fitzgerald (Kerry) programmes o To produce a monthly Munster o GAA newsletter Riobeard O Riain A series of events were o organised with Tipperary GAA on GAA Strategic Plan Runai the weekend of the Munster implementation – A Training Feb 2010

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Terms of Reference huge push was made in conjunction Gerard Trimble, in November at which The workings of this committee in with Soil Scientist Jim Kiely. This book a full up-date was given. This met with 2009 aligned itself very much to the was launched on December 9th 2009 great satisfaction. Since then, the Terms of Reference laid out which and was distributed to all clubs in remaining 17,500 Euro has been paid included providing a forum for the Munster for future reference. to our Council, which brings the Foras exchange of information on best na Gaeilge contribution to 30,000 practice on field management and Signage to GAA Grounds Euro. maintenance. This work was ongoing This work continued during the year during the year, particularly in the area with the completion of Limerick The above activities are just a sample of sanding. county under the excellent guidance of of our work during the past year and committee member Liam Mullane. Ger indeed the previous year. All that Current Work Galvin worked equally as diligently and remains for me is to thank the Council the signage is now nearing completion for entrusting me with Chairing the Plan in Kerry. Cork is now back on track Committee and working with excellent after a brief delay. Development members. Sanding Officer Jim Murphy and Michael Dolan The committee had sand analysed are ensuring the completion of this Committee Members : from pits in three counties and gave valuable scheme throughout the Liam Mullane, Limerick; Michael Carroll, advice on best value for money, county. Clare, Tipperary and Waterford Tipperary; John Fawl, Clare; Michael amounts to spread, and when to do so. were all completed the previous year. Dolan and Jim Murphy, Cork; Ger The various other areas dealing with Foras na Gaeilge had come on board Galvin, Kerry; and John OLeary, construction of new pitches, to with subvention for this scheme which Waterford. maintenance of existing ones were helped to make it financially attractive attended to as requested. As the for clubs as they had paid 12,500 Euro Sean O Riain publication of a manual dealing with towards the scheme in 2008. A Cathaoirleach this whole area was part of our brief, a meeting was sought by its CEO, Dr Feb 2009

Munster GAA Games Development Managers

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TéarmaíTagartha (C) Scéim scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta a Gaeltachta a choimeád beo. Bíonn 1. Chun gach gné de chultúr agus bhainistiú agus smacht a bheith cruinnithe rialta le hionadaithe ón teanga na Gaeilge a chur chun againn orthu. Bhí sprioc de 400 dá dream sin. Tugann an cinn. againn. D’éirigh go hiontach leis an Comhairle, tríd an Coiste gclár seo agus sháraíomar an Cultúrtha, tacaíocht luachmhar do 2. Chun bainistiú a dhéanamh ar sprioc. na Coláistí. chúrsaí an ghrúpa oibre Scór agus a bheith mar idirghábhálaí idir an (D) Có-oibriú le Coiste Forbartha an (J) Comóradh a dhéanamh ar 125 grúpa san agus An Comhairle. Chúige chun a chinntiú go mbeidh bliain – a chinntiú go n-eagraíonn an scéim um fhógraíocht na clubanna ar a laghad oíche 3. Tionscnaimh a chur ar bun chun dhátheangach i ngoirt na gClub i amháin Ghaeilge/ Cultúir. D’éírigh athbheochan a dhéanamh ar Scór bhfeidhm. D’éirigh go han- thar barr ar fad leis seo go ag leibhéal an Club. mhaith leis an scéim seo go dtí speisialta ar Lá na gClub mar go seo. raibh go leor eachtraí Gaeilte/ 4. Deimhin a dhéanamh de go bhfuil Cultúrtha eagraithe. gach Oifigeach Cultúir/Gaeilge (E) Obair lámh ar láimh le Raidió na Chontae ina bhall den Choiste Gaeltachta. Tionóladh cruinnithe (K) Deimhin a dhéanamh de trí Cultúrtha. rialta leis an gCeannaire mhonatóireacht go bhfuil an Club Réigiúnach. (tríd an Oifigeach Gaeilge/ Cultúr) 5. Eolas maidir leis an nGaeilge agus ag cothú nascanna láidre pobail. ainmneacha na gClub a scaipeadh (F) Nascanna a fhorbairt idir sinn féin Bhí sé seo le feiscint go soiléir ar ar gach club i gCúige Mumhan. agus eagrais Ghaeilge/ Cultúrtha Lá na gClub agus tá áthas orainn a eile ag leibhéal áitiúil, leibhéal an thuairisciú go bhfuil an díograis 6. Féachaint ar éifeacht na Chontae agus go náisiúnta. céanna ann fós . scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta agus iad Tionóladh cruinnithe rialta le a mheas agus moltaí a chur ar Foras na Gaeilge, Roinn na Plean Oibre Molta don Bhliain aghaidh chun feabhas a chur Gaeltachta, Glór na nGael, seo Chughainn orthu. Conradh na Gaeilge, Oireachtas Tá dúshlán mór ar an gCoiste agus go na Gaeilge agus Údarás na háirithe na hOifigigh Gaeilge/ Cultúr 7. Gníomhaíochtaí clainne agus Gaeltachta. Chontae an Plean Gníomh pobail a chur chun cinn mar chuid Straátéiseach 2009 – 2015 a chur i lárnach den chumann. (G) Forbairt níos mó a dhéanamh ar gcrích. Tá dualgaisí an Choiste agus an Thráth na gCeist as Gaeilge. Oifigigh Gaeilge/ Cultúr leagtha síos go Plean Oibre Reatha D’éirigh go hiontach leis seo mar beacht sa phlean – Oifigeach Gaeilge/ (A) Obair le Coiste Scór chun bhí páirtíocht níos fearr agus Cultúr i ngach Chlub, gach Club páirtíocht na gClub a fheabhsú. craobh na hÉireann buaite páirteacht i Scór, ócáidí Gaelacha/ Rinneadh mion-suirbhé i ngach ag Buaiteoirí an Chúige. Cutúrtha agus oícheanta Gaeilge a Contae agus tugadh na torthaí do eagrú. Níos mó inchur ag an bpobal rúnaí Scór an Chontae. Bhí (H) Obair go dlúth le Coiste na agus tuismitheoirí a mhealladh isteach ardú de 3% páirtíocht i Scór na Gaeilge i bPáirc an Chróchaigh. sa Chlub. Imeachtaí Cultúrtha/Gaeilge nÓg agus de 22% san Scór Sinsir. Fuarthas é seo an- sásúil agus ar an suíomh idirlín ag leibhéal an tátar tar éis cóip de “an tOifigeach Chlub, an Chontae agus an Chúige. (B) A chinntiú trí monatóíreacht a Gaeilge sa Chlub” a sheachadadh Gaeilge i gcursaí cumarsáide agus dhéanamh orthu go gceapfaidh ar gach club sa Chúige. Tá 80% de scéim scoláireachtaí Ghaeilge a gach Club Oifigeach Gaeilge Oifigigh Gaeilge/ Cultúr Chontae fhorbairt. Tá deireadh tagtha leis an /Cultúr. Ón bpróiseas sa Chúige tar éis freastal ar scéim Comhartha Dhá Theangach do monatóireachta atá againn táimid seimineáir náisiúnta. Chlubanna faoi scáth Fhoras na sásta go bhfuil Oifigeach Gaeilge. Caithfear iarratas a dhéanamh Gaeilge/Cultúr ag 80% de (I) Nascanna le Coláistí Samhraidh sa don Fhoras i bpáirtíocht leis na chlubanna. Ghaeltacht agus Roinn na húdaráis áitiúla chun síneadh ama a

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fháil don scéim seo. Gach ball den Láirge in aghaidh Luimní. Tá an Coiste Baill agus Tinreamh: Choiste seo chun freastal ar Seimineár Liam Ó Rinn Cahtaoirleach 7, Náisiúnta Choiste na Gaeilge i bPáirc thar a bheith sásta leis an slí a Diarmuid Ó Murchú 7, Micheál Mac an Chróchaigh. Nascanna a fhorbairt reachtáladh na cursaí agus breis Conmara 7, Tomás de Búrca 6, idir sinn féin agus eagrais Ghaeilge/ forbartha a rinneadh ar na cluichí. Diarmuid Ó Sé 2, Tomás Ó hÉalaithe 7, Cultúrtha agus tacú leo ina gcuid Bhronn Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Liam Ó hEachtairn 4, imeachtaí. Mumhan an Fáinne agus Teastais ar na Séamus Ó Néill 6, micléinn a d’fhreastal ar an gcúrsa Roibeard an tSeaca 6, Scoláireachtaí Gaeilge speisialta i gColáiste Chorca Dhuibhne Dónal Ó Murcadha 7, Bronnadh scoláireachtaí ar dheagóirí i mí Lúnasa. Nollaig Seoighe 2. idir bhuachaillí agus cailíní, chun freastal Thug an Cathaoirleach agus mé féín ar chursaí Gaeilge trí seachtaine sa cuairt ar na cursaí i mBéal Átha an Dátaí na gcruinnithe: Ghaeltacht ina gcuirtear béim ar Ghaoraidh, i gCorca Dhuibhne agus sa 25 Feabhra, 30 Márta, scileanna peile is iománaíochta. Bhí na Rinn agus bhíomar ana shásta leis an slí 25 Bealtaine, cursaí seo á reachtáil ag Coláistí a bhí na cursaí á reachtáil ó thaobh 20 Iúil, 16 Meán Fómhair, Chorca Dhuibhne i gCiarraí, Coláiste Comhairle na Mumhan de. 9 Samhain agus 7 Nollaig. na Rinne i bPort Láirge agus Coláiste na Mumhan i mBéal Átha an Cruinnithe: Diarmuid Ó Murchú Ghaoraidh i gCorcaigh. 7 gcruinniú ar fad in Oifig Chomhairle Rúnaí Tá an scéim seo i gcomhpháirtíocht na Mumhan, Luimneach. Feabhra 2010 leis na Boird Chontaetha, Comhairle na Mumhan agus na Coláistí Gaeilge. Thug an Comhairle 409 scoláireacht amach do dhéagóirí chun freastal ar na cursaí seo. Sheol an Cathaoirleach Séamus Ó Gormáin an scéim go hoifigiúil i Staid Semple ar ócáid an Chluiche Craoibhe Iománaíochta Port

Munster Hurling Championship Winning Captains 1984-2008

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Terms of Reference positive. Tiobraid Árann, who did not Sympathy Organise and promote Scór Sinsear have a function similar to the other Many Scór people suffered (o/17) and Scór na nÓg (u/17) in each counties, were not found wanting, bereavements during the year. I will not county, culminating in Provincial Finals however, and are concentrating full- list these individually but we extend in both. Encourage and assist in the time on the production of “History of our deepest sympathy to all. further promotion of Scór in each Scór in Tipperary over the last 40 county by introducing Scór na bPáistí years”. I wish them every success in Officers 2009 to Primary Schools (Strategic Plan their endeavours. Cathaoirleach 2011). Monitor progress yearly having Tomás Ó hEarlaithe in mind full participation by 2015. Participation Statistics Ciarraí Organise Scór Sinsear All-Ireland Finals A - Participation Records attached – Leas Cathaoirleach í gCill Áirne (Munster Venue 2009). Appendix 3 Séamus Mac Ionrachtaigh Organise Tráth na gCeist as Gaeilge in B - Champions - Scór na nÓg and Luimneach each county leading to participation in Scór Sinsear – Appendix 1 All-Ireland Final Márta 17. C - Venues: Fear a’Tí / Bean a’Tí Rúnaí D - Tráth na gCeist as Gaeilge – 8 Micheál Mac Conmara Current Work Plan teams participated in Comórtas An Clár 40 th Anniversary of Scór and the Cheannais na Mumhan. Qualifiers Cisteóir 125th Anniversary of Cumann for All-Ireland Final were An Ráth Tomás Ó Concubhair Lúthchleas Gael Mhór – Ciarraí agus Móin an Lín – Ciarraí Celebrations of these two historic Luimneach. In the final Móin an Lín events were ongoing through the year, were crowned All-Ireland Oifigeach Caidreamh Poiblí and Scór input was very evident in all Champions, winning their second Gearóid Ó Dúda counties particularly in Lá nag Club title in 3 years. Corcaigh and other cultural presentations. Five Proposed Work Plan for 2010 Baill of our counties arranged special Same as previous year with emphasis Séamus Mac Ionrachtaigh concerts to celebrate the 40th with An Clár many former county and provincial on increasing participation in each champions performing. Indeed, many of county both in Scór na nÓg and Scór Diarmuid Mac Gabhann these could still hold their own with Sinsear and introduce Scór na bPáistí Corcaigh our present standard bearers. The to all counties. Tomás Ó Cróinín feedback in all counties was most Congress 2010 Luimneach In preparation for Scór Pádraig Mac Gearailt Statistics for 2010 - meetings - 9 Congress 2010 Lár Choiste Port Láirge Date Venue Attendance Scór held a Scór Forum Máire Ní Siail 8/1/09 Áras Mumhan 10 and Adjudicators Seminar Port Láirge in Athlone on October Séamus Mac Craith 18/1/09 Mallow 10 16th. Munster were well Tiobraid Árann 24/2/09 Áras Mumhan 11 represented and as a follow-on Cúige Mumhan Dónal Ó Madain 11/3/09 Kilmurry Lodge 10 held a similar exercise on Tiobraid Árann 21/3/09 Cappoquin 10 November 10th in Mallow. Comhairle na Mumhan Attendance here totalled Riobeáird an tSeaca 11/4/09 Áras Mumhan 9 35 with all 6 counties An Clár 27/5/09 Áras Mumhan 8 represented. Feedback from both was most 15/10/09 Áras Mumhan 11 Mise le meas encouraging . Micheál Mac Conmara Kilmurry Lodge 13 16/12/09 Rúnaí Coiste Scór na Mumhan

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Appendix 1

Buaitheóirí Scór na Mumhan 2009 * Craobh na hÉireann

Scór na nÓg Scór Sinséar

Rince Fóirne Boherbue, Corcaigh Rince Fóirne Glenflesk, Ciarraí Eibhlín Máire Ní Dhuibhir, Amhránaíocht Aonair Lisa Ní Fhalsaí, Cooraclare, An Clár Amhránaíocht Aonair Freemount, Corcaigh * Ceól Uirlise Boherbue, Corcaigh * Ceól Uirlise Glenflesk, Ciarraí

Aithriseóireacht Cliodhna de Búrca, Borrisoleigh, Aithriseóireacht Deaglán Turraoin, Old Parish, Tiobraid Árann Port Láirge Bailéad Ghrúpa St. Catherine’s, Corcaigh Bailéad Ghrúpa Banogue, Luimneach Loughmore/Castleiney, Tráth na gCeist Tráth na gCeist Millstreet, Corcaigh Tiobraid Árann * Nuachleas Millstreet, Corcaigh Nuachleas Sixmilebridge, An Clár

Rince Seit Boherbue, Corcaigh Rince Seit Glenflesk, Ciarraí

Appendix 2

Fear a’Tí / Bean a’Tí &Venues

Scór na nÓg Semi-Final Cappamore Micheál Ó Riain Amhránaíocht Aonair Cappoquin Pádraig Mac Gearailt Scór na nÓg Final Mallow Pádraig Mac Gearailt

Scór Sinséar Semi-Final Ovens Diarmuid Ó Dubhda Scór Sinséar Semi-Final Ballybunion Cáit Ní Chonmara Scór Sinséar Final Cappoquin Jacki Ní Chonchúir

Appendix 3

Club Participation 2009

Scór na nÓg Scór Sinsear Contae Clubs Participation % Participation %

An Clár 42 19 45.2 9 21.4 Ciarraí 72 55 76.4 34 47.2 Corcaigh 141 56 39.7 34 24.1 Luimneach 70 24 34.3 26 37.1 Port Láirge 52 10 19.2 8 15.4 Tiobraid Árann 75 14 18.7 13 17.3

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General Report on Activities by introducing an extended Affiliations, Players Registrations and I would like to thank all the Referees competition based on the backdoor Team Insurance for clubs, takes place and Officials who officiated at our system. The purpose of this was to throughout the Counties in Munster. Hurling and Football games during the ensure Counties were able to play May 1st – July 31st ; year. I would also like to thank all the more games. The Munster Junior County Championships in Senior Clubs in the Counties in Munster who Football Quarter Final saw Analog of Hurling, Senior Football, Junior Hurling, made their pitches available to us Limerick defeat Clare Garda in a game and Junior Football take place throughout the year. I would like to which was played under lights in throughout the Counties in Munster thank Comhairle na Mumhan for the Shannon. Analog of Limerick then went and they are to be completed by July help and support we received from on to defeat Merck Sharp & Dohme of 31st . them during the year. Finally, to all the Tipperary in the first Semi-Final which was played in Kildorrey.The other August 1st – August 31st ; Munster Council Inter-Firm Officers, I Provincial Championship Draws take would like to again, express my thanks Semi-Final saw the West Cork Garda defeat the Clare Garda in a game place in Munster. for their enormous effort, time, interest September 1st – October 31st ; help and support to me in making which was played in Mallow. The Munster Junior Football Final between Provincial Championships in Senior 2009 a very successful year for Inter- Hurling, Senior Football, Junior Hurling, Firm GAA in Munster. Analog of Limerick and the West Cork Garda is fixed to be played in the and Junior Football take place in Current Work Plan: Gaelic Grounds in Limerick on Munster. Championship; February 1st. The Munster Junior November 1st – December 15th ; The Munster Inter- Firm GAA Council Football Champions will qualify to All-Ireland Semi- Finals and All-Ireland had four grades of championship, meet Wright Window Systems of Finals take place in Senior Hurling, Junior Hurling, Junior Football, Senior Westmeath in the All Ireland Junior Senior Football, Junior Hurling, and Hurling and Senior Football with most Football Semi-Final. Junior Football take place. counties in Munster taking part in the Provincial Council Meetings in Senior Hurling; different grades of championship. All Munster; The Munster Senior Hurling Final, games were played in a very sporting Six Provincial Council Meetings take between the Limerick Garda / Teachers fashion. place in Munster during the following and the Tipperary Garda / Teachers months; Junior Hurling; was a good competitive game all January, April, July, August, September, The Munster Junior Hurling Quarter through and it resulted in the title November. Final saw Roadbridge of Clare going to the Limerick Garda / Teachers. narrowly defeat Boston Scientific of The Limerick Garda / Teachers now go The Munster Council Inter – Firm Tipperary, which was played in on to represent Munster and qualify to GAA meetings are held in Kildorrery. Roadbridge of Clare then meet either the Dublin Coaches or Mitchelstown, Co Cork, as this is the qualified to meet Analog of Limerick in Dunreidy Engineering of Kilkenny in most suitable venue for all Officers, the first of the Semi-Finals which was the All Ireland Senior Hurling Semi- from all Counties in Munster attending played in Shannon. After a good Final. competitive game the Limerick the meetings. Senior Football; Champions, Analog, narrowly defeated Officers; Roadbridge and qualified for the Final. The Munster Senior Football Final is The other Semi-Final saw Cork Garda between the Cork Garda and the President – Tom Daly. narrowly defeat Honeywell of Limerick Garda.This Final has had to Vice – President – Henry Cooney. Waterford with just two points be rescheduled due to weather Chairman – Peter Dennehy. separating the sides at the final whistle. conditions. The Munster Senior Vice – Chairman – Aidan McMahon. The Munster Junior Hurling Final saw Football Champions will qualify to Runai – Francis Chute. the Cork Garda fashion a good win meet the Dublin Coaches in The All Treasurer – Michael Mulcahy. and overcome Analog to take the title. Ireland Senior Football Semi- Final. Fixturers Secretary – Michael O’Neill. Cork Garda now qualify to meet Intel Central Council Delegates – Overall we had a very successful Michael O’Neill, Donal McCarthy. of Kildare in the All Ireland Junior Championship in 2009 with some very Hurling Semi-Final. enjoyable games. Francis Chute. Junior Football; Proposed Work Plan for Runai, The Munster Council decided to run next 12 Months: Munster Inter-Firm GAA Council. this grade of Championship, this year, January 1st – April 30th ; Feb 2010

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Terms of Reference: counties back and for them to explain Clare (North) The above committee was established what they proposed to do about the Ennistymon C.B.S. in the summer of 2007 by Council report. Ennistymon V.E.C. Spanish Point chairman, James O’Gorman. The aim of This meeting was held in September Lisdoonvarna the committee is to address the 2009 in the Kilmurry Lodge. The Clare West imbalance in football in Munster. meeting was well attended and the Lisdoonvarna Clare (West) General Report on Activities general consensus was to implement Kilkee , Kilrush , the report. In the meantime, John At the last convention the report was Kilmihil , Kildysart Landers, Donal Fitzgibbon, Pat with the Council for discussion. Moroney and Michael Power attended Clare The committee decided to bring in the a meeting of the Tipperary Football relevant personnel from each county Ennis – Rice College Board to explain the report. and explain the report in full to them. It is generally felt that the scheme is The forum was held on Monday the Current Work Plan: going well but it will be in the next 13th July 2009 in the Kilmurry Lodge Secondary Schools Project year before we can see if the scheme Hotel, Limerick, and was addressed by The committee set about working on is making an impact. The beneficiaries Council chairman, James O’Gorman, the logistics of this proposal. The of the scheme will then be playing and committee chairman, John Landers. Munster Council unanimously formal competition in the Munster The forum was well attended and the supported this project and it was Under fifteen colleges. report was explained by the agreed that three schools would be committee members, Sean Walsh and identified in each county. The schools I would like to thank Pat Grant and Pat O’Shea, through the following were identified and each received a Eoin Breathnach (Waterford), Nicholas topics: - visit from committee members to Moroney and Denis Maher explain the project. In spite of (Tipperary), Noel Hartigan and Liam 1. Secondary Schools Project – difficulties that the schools are Lenihan (Limerick), John Enright and Tony O’Keeffe encountering, there is generally whole- Sean Chaplin (Clare), and Pat O’Shea. hearted support towards the project. 2. Competition needs of club players 3rd Level Project – WIT – Donal Fitzgibbon In the case of Clare, it w as agreed the The committee met with Conor four small schools, in both North and Phelan, WIT Games Promotion Officer, 3. Benefit of linking with third-level West, would come together on a in an effort to improve the status of colleges – Liam Hodnett Saturday. football in the college.

4. Benefits of creating an atmosphere The twelve schools in the project are: - The meeting was very fruitful and it for elite players to aspire – was agreed that an effort should be Pat Moroney Waterford made to get a high profile coach. Pat St. Augustine’s, Dungarvan , O’Shea obtained David Power, the 5. Benefits of good coaching and St. Declan’s, Kilmacthomas , Tipperary Minor football manager. structures. Full time staff working Tramore C.B.S. in conjunction with volunteers – As I write my report, WIT is in the Pat O’Shea Tipperary quarter final of the Trench Cup against Coleraine and are hopeful of getting to Clonmel C.B.S. 6. Outline the role of coaching and the weekend of the semi-final and final. Cahir Community School , games – The general reaction from the players Sean Walsh Abbey C.B.S. is that the preparation is more professional but, again, it will take time At the end of the forum the counties Limerick to measure if it is a success. Conor and their personnel were asked to go John the Baptist, Hospital , Phelan is hoping that the college ’s new away and study the report. The view S.M.I. Newcastle , approach to gaelic football will attract of the committee was to invite the Castletroy College more students to the college.

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McGrath Cup organised on this area and make sure Thanks The committee are delighted that that the best coaches are sought Finally, thanks to Kerry participated in the McGrath Cup internally, and to seek external help if James O’Gorman, Chairman; but disappointed that Cork did not. required. Sean Walsh, Coaching and Games; Pat O’Shea; Pat Fitzgerald, U20 and U17 The committee is made up as follows: - Committee Chairman; John Landers, The committee would welcome the Committee; Noel Walsh, Council to sanction the U20 and U17 Chairman: Donal Fitzgibbon, Tony O’Keeffe, competition for the four counties. John Landers – Liam Hodnett, John Kiely and Munster Coaching Committee Pat Moroney. Coaching Conference I am aware at least one coaching Secretary: Michael Power conference on football took place and Michael Power – Feb 2010 was well attended. The committee Member of Council would like to see more county conferences, culminating in a provincial Members: conference annually. Donal Fitzgibbon – Limerick John Kiely – Waterford Development Squads Liam Hodnett – Cork Most counties are actively involved in Pat Moroney – Tipperary development squads. The committee Tony O’Keeffe – Kerry is encouraging that each county is well- Noel Walsh – Clare

Action from Kerry v Cork

81 Munster Major Grounds & Safety Work Group - Report 2009

Terms of Reference: management, ie. Pre-event planning, committee well in the work that lay 1. The assessment and reporting on ticketing, ground checks, responsibility ahead. all proposed venues for Council of stewards, disability awareness etc. Fixtures on an ongoing basis to The Committee wish to thank the cover the adequacy of perimeter 50 Special Stewards attended at Council , the CEO and all his staff for fencing, dressing rooms, substitute Semple Stadium on the occasion of their dedication and assistance accomodation, medical facilities, the National Hurling league final, which throughout the year. media facilities, and adequacy of proved beneficial for up coming events. admission stiles etc. Up to 100 special stewards are Cathaoirleach : available for deployment at the various Donal Mac Giobuin, 2. The assessment of Safety policies venues including supervisors drawn Luimneach, in relation to all grounds used for from the committee and senior Council fixtures. stewards. It was agreed that bulk Runai: texting be used to contact the Sean O ‘Maolfhachtna, 3. The development of suitable and stewards and operated from the Tiobrad Arann; adequate training for county Council office. personnel in the Health & safety Coiste: codes. Organisation of Special Stewards was Sean de Bhreitt, An Clar, co-ordinated by the CEO and Michael 4. Provide a forum for the exchange Seosamh Ó Cathasaigh, Corcaigh, O Lochlainn and Event managers of information on best practice on John Jackson, Portlairge, during the year. Group Safety procedures. Sean Ó Scorlog, Tiobraid Arann, John Lenehan, Ciarai, General Report on Activities At the launch of the Council’s Strategic Michael Ó Lochlainn, Corcaigh, Members of the Committee met a Plan, the time scales for training of Safety Liason Officer, number of times during the year stewards was laid out, by end of 2011 including meeting with officers of the all Munster Stewards to be FETAC Teidi Ó Suilleabháin, Council. At our February meeting , accredited with voluntary local Comhairle na Mumhan. Michael O Lochlainn was introduced stewards accredited by 2015. to the Committee . He will act be the Sean O Maolfhachtna Safety Liason Officer with responsibility On Nov. 20th & 21 st. 68 Munster Runai for Special Stewards working with Council stewards attend a FETAC Feb 2010 Ground Managements and Event Course at Colaiste Spriod Naomha , Controllers. The CEO thanked Mr. O Cork organised by Bill Barry (Croke Lochlain for his work to date in Park) in association with Cork VEC, producing a stewards handbook, John Fitzgibbon and Pat Lloyd of comparable to that used in Croke Park. Killester College. It is also planned to hold similar courses for County Current Work Plan: Stewards in each county with one A steward’s seminar was held at planned for Tipperary in the near Mallow GAA complex on Sat. March future 7rd. This was attended by Special Stewards drawn from all counties . Key A review of year’s operation took note speakers included Chairman, place with Council Officers on Oct. Donal Mac Giobuin, Padraig Mac 14th. The Chairman thanked the Gearailt CEO, Stephen Geary,(Euro Committee and all the stewards for Plan) Francis Murphy ,(Croke Park), their diligence and hard work during Michael Slattery, Bill Barry (Croke Park) what was a very busy year. He stressed and Chief Supt. McGann. The seminar the need for greater security in the covered all aspects of Event presentation area and wished the

82 Alcohol and Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP) - Report 2009

Terms of Reference: . has been formulated. It is contained survey involved contributions from This committee was established in in the form of a manual which has all stakeholders at club, county, accordance with a National initiative been updated (3rd edition) in and provincial levels. The main set up by the GAA to deal with 2009 to include additional useful method of gathering information Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues contacts. This manual assists Club involved individual interview with which may confront the Association. and County Officers respond to people both within and outside the drug and alcohol related issues. programme. It was decided that Current Work Plan: the programme should continue its As this is the initial report of the o Educational DVD - work within the association. Provincial ASAP Committee I must A drug/alcohol communications take this opportunity to give a brief skills DVD has been developed, for o Congress - background on the programme. adults to assist them in discussing The ASAP programme was A number of years ago the GAA, in drug and alcohol related issues promoted at Congress last April, conjunction with the H.S.E. introduced with young people. the feedback was very good with a programme with the ultimate all the congress delegates being objective of reducing and preventing o Website - very supportive of the initiative . the harm that might be caused by the A website has been developed to abuse of alcohol and drugs and to educate visitors about the ASAP o Introduction of County assist Clubs in adopting a policy on Programme. It provides county- Policies - substance abuse issues, which may specific drug/alcohol resources for We are currently in the process of confront them from time to time. This clubs, it gives age appropriate the introduction of County Policies. policy guides and provides information information on drugs/alcohol and We have a standard policy in place to Clubs which will aid them in making acts as a resource for ASAP and the county ASAP officers are informed decisions when dealing with Officers. currently approaching their county any substance abuse incidents it may Executives with a view to getting encounter. It is both a proactive and a o Other Resources - them to adopt their own county reactive programme in that its aim is to In addition to the Manual, website ASAP Programme polices. both to reduce and to prevent and DVD a new brochure and substance abuse incidents. poster have been produced, which o A National GAA ASAP Up to now the greater emphasis on will facilitate a higher profile being Conference - the programme has been on the attained for the programme and A national ASAP conference is development of the programmes will increase the availability of the currently being organised for the resources. (i.e. Manual , DVD, Website core information on the 27th of March next. etc.) In 2009 /10 it has been decided to programme. roll out the programme in earnest, and Progress Reports County by it is now National and Provincial o Appointments - County Strategic Policy to have every club 28 County Officers have been There are five county officers involved by 2011. appointed around the Country, 5 appointed in Munster to date . Counties in Munster, with the main National and Provincial objective to assist clubs within their Waterford - Developments counties to adopt Substance abuse The Waterford ASAP officer is Paddy Six National Meetings were held policies appropriate to their own Fitzgerald. Waterford was one of the during 2009. These meetings bring specific circumstances. first counties to hold a county together all the county officers around information night. All clubs in the country. The following are the o Impact Study - Waterford have appointed ASAP more notable recent developments of Research was commissioned officers and are well on the way to the programme. during the year and carried out by adopting substance abuse policies. Milward Brown to assess the o National Template - impact the ASAP Programme is Limerick - A National template of actions have so far. The comprehensive Denis Martin is the Limerick ASAP.

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Limericks county information night was Proposed Work Plan for next 12 held in Limerick City early 2009, a Months: large proportion of the clubs were o To continue the process of represented resulting in a substantial providing information to clubs. number of clubs appointing ASAP officers. o To complete the process of appointing ASAP officers/contacts Kerry - in each club. Kerry’s County Officer is Brian Surgue, The Kerry information divisional nights o To liaise with each County officer were also held early 2009, divisional and establish what Clubs have night were also held with good adopted ASAP policies and to turnouts, now most clubs have encourage those that haven’t appointed club officers. done so.

Cork - o To Initiate the introduction of Along with my provincial duties I also County ASAP Policies act as the Cork ASAP officer. In relation to promoting the ASAP Conclusion Programme in Cork, it was decided Finally I would, on behalf of the that, because of the County’s size , each Munster ASAP Committee would like division would be visited. In 2009 to thank the Munster Council for all three divisional nights were held and it their help and support throughout the is envisaged to complete the other year. divisions in 2010. A county information night was held as recently as 28th of Diarmuid S. MacGabhann January last. Within the county, 90 clubs (Corcaigh – Cathaoirleach) have appointed ASAP officers/contacts, and a large proportion of these clubs Briain Ó Siochrú (Ciarraí) have either completed or are in the process of adopting ASAP policies. Donnacha Ó Mairtín (Luimneach)

Tipperary - Pádraig MacGearailt (Port Láirge) County Officer Andy Ryan stepped down during the year and John Smith Aindriú Ó Riain / Sean MacGabhann was duly appointed. I would like to (Tiobraid Árann) thank Andy for all the work he did with the programme during his tenure. Diarmuid S. MacGabhann I look forward to working with John in Cathaoirleach promoting the programme in Feb 2009 Tipperary. A County introductory/Information night was held early in 2009, with a good turn out of clubs, now most clubs have appointed ASAP officers/contacts.

Clare - No County Officer Appointed yet, and this is in spite of numerous direct correspondences with the Clare Officer Board by the National Coordinator Brendan Murphy.

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