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Ladies Senior Football County Final – Match Report
Fethard 1-16, Brian Borus 3-9



On Sunday afternoon last, October 2, all roads led to Bansha for a feast of Camida sponsored Ladies Football County Finals, concluding at 4pm on a high note with the County Senior Final. This event attracted the largest crowd ever seen in recent years at a final, with excitement in abundance experienced by both players and spectators. On a splendid day for football and spectators well marshalled by officials, both teams must be complimented on their fine display of football in an open running game.


Warm welcome home reception for our County Champions

The Fethard team with a display of fast counter attacking football steered the result just over the line in their favour. The experienced Brian Borus were so close in bringing the game to extra time when they scored a great goal from their top scorer, Patricia Hickey, set up by a pass from Caoimhe Condon from near the corner flag.  Only for that one last Fethard attack set up by a pass from Kelly Ryan to Emaleigh Cuddihy, who ran to the 30m line before being fouled, leaving the cool Kate Davey score from the resulting free, and win Fethard their first ever Ladies Senior Football County title since the foundation of Club Championship in 1974.

The game started at a lively pace with two Fethard attacks resulting in 2 points from the boot of Meah Cuddihy.  Brian Borus got a hold then scoring 1-3, before Kate Davey pulled one back from a free to leave the score at the end of the quarter, Brian Borus 1-3, Fethard 0-3.  For the next 10 minutes Fethard upped their pace and ran in droves at the Borus defence, yielding 3 points – two from Kate Davey frees and the third from a poached point from the hand of Leah Coen.

Fethard bounced back for the remainder of the half, scoring 1-4 from attack after attack. The goal scored from a great run up field by Kelly Ryan, passed to Alison Connolly and on to Kate Davey, who found Nicole Delaney with enough space to finish to the net. Kate Davey then scored a point from a free. Fethard followed with three points from play, the first from an excellent run by Lucy Spillane who passed to her sister Emily who made no mistake. The second scored after a Leah Coen run and the third by Kate Davey – her first from play. Patricia Hickey pulled a point back for Borus from a 20m free to leave the half-time score, Fethard 1-10, Brian Borus 1-5.



Fethard were first to score in the second half with a great individual point from Niamh Hayes – set up Carrie Davey – and a free by Kate Davey in the 38th minute. Patricia Hickey scored a point from a free for Brian Borus, and almost immediately afterwards, Fethard missed a goal chance that went inches wide.  In the 42nd minute Kate Davey added a point from a free, leaving the score at the end of the third quarter, Fethard 1-14, Brian Borus 2-7.

Fethard were first again to score in the final quarter when Nicole Delaney scored a point – set up by Nell Spillane. In Brian Borus’ last attack, Patricia Hickey finished to the net to bring the sides level and extra time looking likely!  However, with excitement at fever pitch, Fethard’s last attack resulted in a free that Kate Davey scored the deciding point to leave the final score, Fethard 1-16, Brian Borus 3-9, and Fethard, County Champions for the first time in the club’s history.


Lucy Spillane accepted the Joe McGrath Cup from Michael Towie, Chairperson Tipperary Ladies Football.

The excitement was expressed by all Fethard spectators and players present – on a day when youth and speed overcame experience.  Lucy Spillane accepted the Joe McGrath Cup from Michael Towie, Chairperson Tipperary Ladies Football.  Fethard’s four Spillane sisters, two Cuddihy sisters, two Davey sisters, Kelly Ryan, Alison Connolly, Nicole Delaney, Niamh Hayes all stood out on the day.



Fethard team: Aoife Morrissey, Emaleigh Cuddihy, Sinead Delahunty, Kelly Ryan, Nell Spillane, Carrie Davey, Alison Connolly, Lucy Spillane (captain), Heather Spillane, Emily Spillane 0-1, Niamh Hayes 0-1, Nicole Delaney 1-2, Leah Coen 0-2, Meah Cuddihy 0-2, and Kate Davey 0-8 (6F). Subs available: Meadhbh O’Loughlin, Aoibheann Collum, Anna Prendergast, Lily O’Mahony, Evie Smith, Aine Connolly, Kate Burke, Aine Ryan, Sarah Moore, Muireann O’Connell, Sarah Smith, and Megan Coen.



To the players and team manager Micheál Spillane, 'maor foirne' Ed Collum, mentors Willie Morrissey, female liaison officer Sandra Wade, physio Bill Fogarty and Lorraine Collum, we congratulate them for a great year also a big thank you to all past officers and chairmen who helped on the way to today’s success. May the club have many more in the years ahead.
 – (Noel Byrne)

Congratulations to Fethard Ladies Football team on winning First Senior County Final


Great credit is due to Fethard Ladies Senior Football team on winning their First Senior County Final on Sunday, October 2, in a nerve-racking finish that saw them score the winning point in the dying minutes of the game to leave the final score Fethard 1-16, to Brian Borus 3-9.

Trailing by five points at half-time, Brian Borus came back with a late goal to level the score, creating a tense and exciting finish for both players and supporters. Both teams played a great game and were equally matched throughout. Our commiserations to Brian Borus on losing their second County Final in a row. We wish them well going forward.

Today belongs to Fethard and the history books. These girls have put in years of hard work to get to this position and deserve every success on their fantastic achievement in the final played in Bansha.

Fethard Tidy Towns AGM
Fethard Tidy Towns will hold their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, October 11, at 7.30pm in the Town Hall. It takes a community, working in unison, to keep our special Medieval town looking well. Learn along with us about biodiversity and sustainability. New members are very welcome.

Fethard's best is not good enough in the County Tipperary U13 C Hurling Final
Galtee / St. Pecaun 3-7, Fethard 0-7



On Sunday last, October 2, in Clonoulty at 12.30pm, both finalist teams paraded around the field fronted by a lone Bag Piper before the start of the game, which concluded with a minute’s silence. This was the same in all games played that day in Clonoulty – from the A to D Finals.

Fethard lined out their first eleven-a-side team as follows – in goal Thomas O’Rahilly, backs Joseph Gaule Joe Purcell, Sam Knightly, Pa Coffey; in the middle of the field Jimmy Higgins, Dean Moloney; forwards Daniel Gleeson, Cody Bradshaw, Ewan Byrne and Jason Trehy.

In a poor first quarter we were left under pressure trailing by 4 points, however, some fluent hurling did follow, with Pa Coffey scoring from play, and many frees – Daniel Gleeson scored three.  We then introduced Thomas Murphy who improved our battle in the middle of the field.  The final point of the half was scored for Galtee by their excellent player, Conor Collins, leaving the score Galtee 0-5 Fethard 0-4.

From the resumption, Galtee changed their formation by putting their county U15 player Conor Collins, into the forward line with devastating results for Fethard after he scored three goals in 15 minutes. Daniel Gleeson scored three long-range frees in reply leaving the final score 3-7 to 0-7 in favour of the winners Galtee / St. Pecaun.

All the team played their heart out on the day. Those that shone out on this occasion were Joe Gaule, Dean Moloney, Jimmy Higgins, Daniel Gleeson and Ewan Byrne. Beidh la eile, le cúnamh Dé! – (Noel Byrne)

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom


Fethard Ballroom continues its social dancing on Sunday, October 9 to the music of ‘Declan Aunger'. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a great night’s entertainment and social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes tea and cakes. For further information or for booking the Ballroom, contact Eileen Coady, Tel: 086 0776420.

Parish Church Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in this week's Parish Lotto on Thursday, September 29. The numbers drawn were 3, 7, 15 and 20. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Maura Clooney. Next week's Jackpot for Thursday, October 6, will be €2,625.

Please pass the word on and invite friends and family to take part. You can help our Parish in a real, practical way.  Thank you for your support and the best of luck in our next weekly draw. PLAY OUR LOTTO NOW

Vincent de Paul’s help with college fees
The Fethard Conference of St. Vincent de Paul would like to sincerely thank all who donated to their appeal boxes placed in local shops. The response was tremendous as usual and in these challenging times, very encouraging to all the members who are most appreciative.

The Fethard Conference would now like to invite families who need support with third level college expenses to make an application for funding if needed.

Application forms can be acquired by texting your name and contact details to: 085 808 6099.

GAA Sports Development Lotto
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, September 27 are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 4, 8, 26 and 35. No Jackpot winner and two 'Match Three' winners who received €75 each: Jimmy Horan and Sean Fleming. One Lucky Dip winner received €100: Jimmy Connolly.  The next draw takes place on Tuesday, October 4, when the jackpot is €13,200. The funds raised are used to promote sport in the local community.

Fethard & District Day Care Centre AGM
The Fethard & District Day Care Centre CLG will hold their Annual General Meeting on Monday, October 10, at 7.30pm in the Convent Chapel, Fethard. All are welcome. 

Open Night at Patrician Presentation – Wed, Oct 5



Fethard Patrician Presentation Secondary School will hold their 'Open Night' on Wednesday, October 5, at 7pm.

Save the date and please pass on the word. We look forward to welcoming parents and students of 5th and 6th class primary schools.

Big Picture - Liam McCarthy Cup in Fethard - 2010

'Liam McCarthy' cup visit to Holy Trinity National School

Pupils from Holy Trinity National School, Fethard, photographed with the McCarthy Cup on November 2, 2010, when Tipperary captain, Eoin Kelly and members of the South Board visited the school.

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Social Dance Classes at Fethard Ballroom

Learn to dance with Yvonne –Waltz, Quickstep, Jive, and many more popular dances – every Thursday night at Fethard Ballroom, commencing September 8, 2022, from 8pm to 9.30pm. Classes are €10 - Pay as you Go.

Faces and Places from the Past TOP
This week we have a selection of photographs taken when Fran Curry and his Tipp FM crew, broadcast their first 'In Your Kitchen' live 'Breakfast Show' broadcast from Catriona Stapleton's kitchen in Coolmoyne on June 28, 2000. Catriona had invited lots of her friends and neighbours in for early breakfast to help her with the live show broadcast on that Wednesday morning from 7am to 10am. Many will recognise those involved and may also bring back memories for our readers and visitors to fethard.com Please send any comments or photo information, names and event, to fethardnews@gmail.com


Catriona Stapleton (left), Coolmoyne, photographed with Fran Curry and his Tipp FM crew, on their first 'In Your Kitchen' live breakfast show broadcast from Catriona's kitchen in Coolmoyne.

Catriona with neighbours and friends

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