High praise for this 'unbelievable' GAA club in Tipperary
Councillors at the Thurles-Templemore District were very proud of the local club
The Cathaoirleach of the Thurles-Templemore Municipal District Council Councillor Michael Smith has called for the achievements of the Loughmore-Castleiney GAA club to be recognised.
Over the past few weeks the club have won the County Senior Hurling Championship, the County Senior Football Championship and the County Premier Junior Football Championship.
Cllr Smith called for a civic reception for the club.
“It was a massive achievement and we wish them the very best of luck,” said Cllr Smith.
Cllr Jim Ryan said his nephew is part of the club, and he is very proud.
He said they are an “unbelievable club” that gets better the older they get.
“From a personal point of view, I am a very proud uncle this morning,” said Cllr Ryan.
Cllr Eddie Moran said they are an “excellent club,” while Cllr Shane Lee said they “set a precedent for what can be achieved.”
Cllr Willie Kennedy said to win three doubles in 11 years is “absolutely fantastic”, especially for a small parish.
Cllr Sean Ryan said they gave his local club a challenge and “that is the standard they have set.”
“To do it three times in history is just phenomenal,” Cllr Ryan.
Cllr Peggy Ryan said she saw them give a talk two years ago and she was impressed with the respect they had for their former players.
She called them a “unique club,” and their achievements are the result of "talent, resilience and commitment."