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2011 Divisional & Intercounty Hurling Accomplishments
Barry Whelan was during 2011 the undisputed Tramore Juvenile Hurling All-Star. Not alone was he automatic Full-Back for the East Waterford Under 16 Team that competed in the Divisional Munster Championship, he led the team as Winning Captain of the prestigious Gleeson Cup - a distinction not achieved by an East Waterford Team or Captain in three long years. As the year progressed his performances made him a certainty as Corner Back on the Waterford Team for the Tipperary Supporters Club Under 16 Hurling All Ireland Tournament. During the Tournament itself the team with Barry in defence gave an exhibition of true grit overcoming Laois; and Kilkenny to reach the semi-final against much fancied Limerick who had seen off none less than Offaly and Antrim. Being without minor panelist Micheál Harney the task was great but the team held firm against all tactics to run out winners during a second half that was all Waterford where every attack was turned by the Waterford defence with Barry central throughout.
The All Ireland Final in Semple Stadium was Barry's second All Ireland Final having had the honour at number 3 in the Tony Forristal Final against Tipperary in 2009. On this occasion Cork were the opponents having topped the group with Wexford and Galway to defeat Tipperary in the opposite semi from Dublin and Clare. Alas without Hauley at midfield on a day when the forwards just didn't hit form Waterford were second best despite outscoring Cork 1-5 v 6 points in the second half in a case of too little too late.
Both Sean Colfer & Brian Murray can equally be proud of their 2011 success with Waterford to win their final in the Munster Divisional Under 15 Hurling Tournament in Clare with Brian as captain. This was a noteable three in a row for Sean Colfer who still not 16 years has Intercounty Winners Medals in Sonny Walsh 2009; Tony Forristal 2010, and Under 15 2011.
The three boys were central to Tramore's Hurling Campaign at Under 16; and Minor also this year and Barry was second to none even in Minor at two year above his age equaling County Minor attacking forwards in all respects and being an able mid fielder also in the Under 16 Grade. Unassuming to the last Barry just does the business for his Club at every time of asking when the easier path on occasions of depleted team might be to be away or injured.
The County Under 14 Hurlers brought a 26 year famine to an end on Sunday overcoming a fine Tipperary Team in the Final. Never having won the competition in it's 26 year history it was indeed an historic day and one that Tony Forristal the man in whose memory the competition was inaugurated must surely relish from his place of eternal rest. For Tramore it was all the more a fantastic occasion with three of our Under 14 Lads fulfilling key roles Evan Connolly at Centre Back, versatile Eamon Power rotating from wing to full to centre forward as the occasion demanded with Eoin Kiely consistent and tidy as always at number 7. The families of the three players can deservedly be proud of them not alone for securing victory in the Final but for their parts also in victory over Kilkenny; Wexford; and Galway en route to the Final. Tipperary had despatched none less than Cork; Limerick; and Dublin to secure their final spot but had to settle for runner-up to this unstoppable Waterford squad. Having been central to all games as part of the starting fifteen, the Tramore Lads will surely have more fine days in the Jerseys of Tramore and Waterford as they progress through the grades and hopefully we will see them grace the sward of Semple Stadium and Croke Park in future years. Heartiest congratulations to the entire squad on this historic
victory and it seems Tramore is establishing a consistency
with intercounty players on all recent years county squads
- Colin Griffin, Kevin Feely, David Connolly, Fearghus Lohan,
and Conor Whelan. This surely augers well for Tramore's fortunes
in pursuit of contention for Division I underage Hurling titles.2008
Camogie County Final - 2008 Coaching - Compliments are extended to John Burns and John Quinn who recently briefed our Coaches regarding the GAA’s terrific Hurling & Football Coaching Resource Pack. The informative session included preview of the DVD & CD Rom that has effective coaching tips for all the skills of Gaelic Games. Best wishes to Tramore & WIT Hurler Eoin Dunphy who is our Under 11 and Under 16 Coach and has recently undertaken the prestigious Level One Coaching Qualification. The Club welcomes anyone in our Community who is willing to assist to encourage Tramore’s youth in our National Games widely regarded as the fastest and most skilful field games in the world. No experience is required because existing coaches are at hand to assist at all levels and names are currently being taken for Foundation Coaching Courses if desired. Please contact any of our Coaching Team/Committee or email info@tramoregaa.com for information. 2008 Intercounty Selection - Congratulations to Nicholas Cannell and Craig Burke recently selected for the Waterford Panel and best wishes to the team in the upcoming Tony Forristal Under 14 Intercounty tournament at the weekend. This follows 2007 achievements of Eoin Kiely; Evan Connolly; Eamon Power and in 2006 Kevin Feely; Colin Griffin; and David Connolly demonstrating the commitment and high standards in Tramore GAA. Seán Hincks; & Matthew Thompson progressed until the last 24 selection cut for this years Sonny Walsh and while disappointed they show great promise for future development squads. At Under 15 Eamon Power; Brendan Hogan; Evan Connolly; and Eoin Kiely continue with the Development Squad that defeated Kilkenny in a challenge recently and at Under 12 & 13 Barry Whelan; Chris O'Sullivan; Kealan Hurley; Sean Colfer; Niall Kennedy; Brian Murray; and Liam Goodwin; are displaying their wares and are destined to wear the county jersey before this years intercounty season closes.
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U13 Hurling - Larry Quinn Skills 2008 Eastern
Finals
Under 8 John Lodge Cup Seaside Hurling League 2008 The intense competition and rivalry of the street leagues in which the John H Lodge Cup found its origins may now be confined to Tramore GAA folklore, but the Annual Seaside U8's/U6's League for this prestigious trophy continues to inspire the young hurlers of Tramore. On Saturday 27th Sept last 4 teams (with over 50 players) named after local landmarks, The Doneraile, The Metalman, The Pier and The Guillamene all took to the field to display their skills, cheered on by a large crowd of family and friends. The boys and girls did not disappoint and such was the competition that after a series of 3 games each the outcome was still in the balance for all the teams and could only be separated on the score difference, with the Doneraile emerging victorious by the narrowest of margins. There were great skills on display but most importantly great sportsmanship by all the players before, during and after the games as refreshments were enjoyed by all. Eoin Kiely member of the 2007 Waterford U14 Tony Forristal winning team presented the trophy to the winning team and hard earned medals were presented to every player. Thanks to the young Whistlers and Officials Conor Fitzgerald; Colin Griffin; Nick Cannell; Eoin Kiely; and Coordinator Amy Colfer for their management of the competition. One young player remarked “this is the best day of my life” we hope they all go on to enjoy many more best days in the colours of Micheál MacCraith Trá Mhór and maybe even Port Láirge. Thanks also to all the players and their parents for support on a sundrenched morning of hurling Action Photos & More From All Grades
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