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125 years of GAA on Lá na gClub |
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Written by Joe O'Connell
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Wednesday, 13 May 2009 |
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 Claregalway GAA marked the 125th anniversary of the founding of the GAA on Lá na gClub last Sunday. The aim of the day was for a family day and thanks to the sunshine it turned out to be a great days entertainment. The seniors started the day with a 7-a-side league which produced some fine displays of football. Our Juvenile and Ladies treated us to a successful cake sale followed by their 5km sponosred walk in which over 100 children and parents taking part.
On their return, they were greeted with refreshments and while they caught their breath, preparations were underway to take a unique photo. This included all the present players of our 21 teams, along with officers, managers and members.
Next up was a historic match with heroes such as Jimmy Hughes, Jack Hession, Martin Nally, Malachy Qualter, Tommy Moran and Padraig Fahy, mixing it up with the younger players including Tommy O'Flaherty, John Commins, Mick O'Connell, Tommy Duggan and Tony Stephens. All the present juvenile and ladies management also took part. The referee Noel Grealish T.D. blew the final whistle when man of the match Jack Hession blasted to the back of the net past Martin Nally to tie the match.
All managers were treated to a splash of cool water as they lined up as sitting ducks with wet sponges being thrown at them by their players ! After this the younger players were given some skills training under the guidance of Pat Stephens and his fellow senior players.
Overall the day was a fitting tribute to the strength of the GAA in and around the Claregalway area. Many thanks to all who participated in any way and we look forward to the next 125 years.
See the Club's website for photos of the day and further news www.claregalwaygaa.net.
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