On Saturday, the 23rd of August, the Tullaroan Camogie Club proudly ho sted the Trish Maher Memorial Tournament for Under-13 camogie teams
This special event was held in memory of Trish Maher, and it brought together clubs, families, and supporters for what turned out to be a fantastic day of sport, friendship, and community spirit. Catherine, Tom, and the entire Maher family wish to extend their sincere gratitude to everyone who took part in the day, especially the players, mentors, and families who travelled to Tullaroan to make the tournament so memorable.
The competition attracted six teams, each made up of 17 girls, who all lined out full of energy and determination at the Tullaroan GAA grounds. Representing their clubs with pride were:
- Tullaroan
- Muckalee
- Castlecomer
- Danesfort
- Dicksboro
- Lisdowney
Every match was hotly contested, with the young players displaying not only their growing skills but also great teamwork, heart, and spirit. The standard of camogie on show was a real credit to the clubs, mentors, and families behind these girls. From the very first throw-in to the final whistle of the last match, each team gave it everything they had, battling right to the bitter end.
A huge congratulations goes to Tullaroan, who emerged victorious in the Shield Final. The girls played some outstanding camogie throughout the tournament, and in the final they showed real grit and determination to eventually overcome a strong Lisdowney side. Their victory was well deserved, and the home supporters were thrilled to see their efforts rewarded.
Congratulations also go to Danesfort, winners of the Cup Final. They faced a tough Castlecomer side and, after a close and hard-fought match, managed to secure the win. This match was full of excitement and tension right up to the final whistle, with the Danesfort girls edging out their rivals in an excellent game of camogie.
Events like this would not be possible without the generous support of sponsors and volunteers. The Maher family and Tullaroan Camogie Club would like to acknowledge the kindness of:
- Billy Brennan Ice Cream, kindly sponsored by Richie Walsh and family
- Goodies for the day, sponsored by John and Joan Connolly
- Delaney’s Bar, Tullaroan, for their donation to the U13 Camogie Club
- Damian Cleere, who provided sliotars for the matches
- Mary Wong, for her generous club donation
A special thank you must also go to the referees and umpires, who carried out their duties so fairly and efficiently, ensuring the games ran smoothly. The Ladies Committee deserve great praise too for their tireless work on the day, from organising refreshments to keeping everything running behind the scenes. Thanks also to the Tullaroan Hurling Club for the use of the pitch, which was in excellent condition.
The atmosphere was wonderful, with families, friends, and supporters coming together to enjoy a full day of sport and community. It truly was a day to remember and a fitting tribute to Trish Maher. None of it could have happened without the help of so many volunteers, sponsors, and supporters.
The Maher family, along with Tullaroan Camogie Club, wish to thank everyone once again for their efforts in making this such a successful tournament. We are already looking forward to next year’s event, with the date to be confirmed.
A fantastic day was had by all – and the memory of it will live on until we gather again next year.
