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Cumann Luthchleas Gael - Coiste Chontae Loch Garman An Chomhdháil Bhliantúil 2019 Tuairisc an Runaí agus Tuairisc Airgid Monday 9th December 2019 Clayton Whites Hotel, Wexford Town at 7.00 p.m.
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CUMANN LUTHCHLEAS GAEL COISTE CHONDAE LOCH GARMAN Clár Oibre (Agenda) COMHDHÁIL 2019 Monday 9th December 2019 Clayton Whites Hotel, Wexford Town at 7.00 p.m. AN CLÁR 1. Prayers for Deceased Members 2. Adoption of Standing Orders 3. Minutes of last Convention 4. Secretary’s Report 5. Sub Committee’s Reports 6. Treasurer’s Report 7. Election of Officers 8. Election of Delegates to Leinster Convention 9. Election of Delegates to Annual Congress 10. Motions 11. Chairman’s Address 12. Presentation by Commercial Committee 13. Amhrán na bhFiann 1
COMHDHAIL BHLIANTÚIL 2019 NOMINATIONS Chairman: Derek Kent Vice-Chairman: Michéal Martin Assistant Secretary: Andrew Egan Treasurer: Andrew Nolan Public Relations Officer: P J Howlin Children’s Officer: This position is selected and not elected Development Officer: This position is selected and not elected Coaching Officer: Bobby Goff Oifigeach Gaeilge & Cultúr: Cian Ó Lionáin Central Council Representative: Dermot Howlin, Liam Curtis Leinster Council Representatives (2): Mary Foley, Margaret Doyle, Tony Dempsey, Cathal Byrne Leinster Convention Delegates (5): Derek Kent, Gearóid Devitt, Michael Martin, Cathal Byrne, Tony Dempsey, Mary Doyle, Margaret Doyle, Denis Nolan All Ireland Congress (3): Michael Martin, Dermot Howlin, Joe O’Shaughnessy, (excluding Chairman & Secretary) Bobby Goff, David Tobin, Mary Doyle, Denis Nolan, Margaret Doyle STANDING ORDERS (1) The proposer of a Motion or an Amendment may speak for not more than five minutes when making the proposal. He/she may speak a second time and for not more than three minutes before a vote is taken. (2) A delegate seconding or speaking to a motion or an Amendment may speak once only and must not exceed three minutes. A maximum of two delegates from any one club shall speak on any one motion. (3) The Chairman may, at any time he considers a matter has been sufficiently discussed, call on the proposer for a reply, and when that has been given, a vote must be taken. (4) A delegate may, with the consent of the Chairman, move “that the question be put” after which, when the proposer has spoken, a vote must be taken. (5) Standing Orders shall not be suspended for the purpose of considering any matter not on the Agenda except by the consent of the majority equal to two-thirds of those present and voting. (6) A speaker to the Secretary’s Report or to any other general discussion shall not exceed three minutes on any one topic. 2
Miontuairisci Comhdhail Bhliantuil 2018 Riverside Park Hotel 12/12/18 I Lathair: Do bhí Derec Ceannt mar Cathaoirleach ag an gcruiunniú seo. Leithscéil: G.Ó Dughaill, An tAthair G. MacCartaigh, S.O’Faoláin Prayers for the deceased members offered by Fr.Oran Furlong. Bishop Denis Brennan sent his apologies. Standing orders adopted on the proposal of K.de Paor and seconded by S. Mac Cionnaith. Minutes of Comhhdhail 2017 adopted on the proposal of B. Mag Mhuirneachain and seconded by D.Ó Duain President Mick Kinsella was elected president for two years. C.O’Donnchú offered best wishes on behalf of the Buffers Alley Club. Secretary’s Report J.Ó Beara commended M. Uí Dhúill on her years of service on behalf of St.Anne’s. He also welcomed the new secretary. The secretary’s report was adopted on the proposal of S. Mac an Tuille and seconded by T.O’Riain. Sub Committees Reports adopted on the proposal of E. O’Murchú and seconded by D. O’Nualain. Treasurers Report adopted on the proposal of J.O’Sicoháin and seconded by P. de Breathnach. Total Income €3,065,518– Expenditure €2,584,020 - Surplus €481,498 M.Bhallis congratulated the board on the surplus and raised a query as to whether a debt of €200,000 was still owed by the county board. It was confirmed that this debt had now been paid. J.O’Siocháin raised queries regarding drops in sponsorship from Innovate of €10,000. This was clarified by Auditor R O Coigligh that €5000 for scholarships had been paid directly by Innovate to recipients for 2017 and 2018 and therefore there was a €10,000 drop this year so that this could be reflected in the accounts. J.O’Siocháin also wished for it to be the record that although there was a drop in income in the accounts, the net profit on the Development draw was up €6,000. This was due to the non-accrual of a prize (car) for the previous year. Cathaoirleach thanked Runai M Ui Dhuill and Cisteoir for their work with accounts. Election of Officers: As no election required, all nominees were ratified on the proposal of S.Ó Muiris and S. Ó Seachnasaigh. Chairman- Derek Kent Coaching Officer – Bobby Goff Vice Chairman- Micheal Martin Irish Officer – C O Lionain Assistant Secretary – Andrew Egan Children’s Officer – Des Croke (appointed) Treasurer - Andrew Nolan Central Council – Tony Dempsey PRO - P J Howlin Leinster Council Reps – Mary Foley, Dermot Howlin Development Officer – Cathal Byrne (appointed) D.O’Nualain withdrew from Congress nominations. Leinster Convention Delegates – ratified on the proposal of S.Ó Muiris and S. Ó Seachnasaigh. Margaret Doyle, Mary Doyle, Denis Nolan, Congress Delegates Elected – Micheal Martin, Dermot Howlin, Mary Doyle M O Mathuna gave a presentation on the Commercial Committee’s income for 2018 and projections for 2019 with detailed information on who/what committee will oversee the completion of each proposal. An Cathaoirleach advised a new sponsorship had been secured today with Sam McCauley’s pharmacies. P. Ó Húilin gave a presentation on the recent sub-committee report on Refereeing in the county. The recommendations will be taken forward in the new year by the Management Committee. S.O’ Maoltuile suggested as a mark of respect to S.O’Faoláin who had suffered a recent bereavement that discussion of the report would be deferred until the next county board meeting which was agreed to by the Cathaoirleach. Motions: Motion 1 Carried Motion 2 Referred to Croke Park for advice/potential pilot scheme. Motion 3 No seconder. Motion 4 Carried Motion 5 Withdrawn T. O’Diomaigh gave an address in recognition of the outgoing secretary M. Uí Dhúill who was retiring at this meeting. Clubs took turn in thanking and recognising M. Uí Dhúill for her diligent and tireless work and wished her all the best in retirement. These sentiments were echoed by all present. M. O’Martín presented in relation to the current coaching structures in the county and also in relation to the planned Wellness Week for 2019. Cathaoirleach D Ceannt in his address, through Powerpoint, thanked officers, clubs and all who supported during the year- Congratulated all winners -he spoke of our County teams and Squads – infrastructure – Grounds - Fundraising- CCC & Fixtures – Inaccurate Reporting - Future Development Proposals & Plans and wished all the best for 2019. An Cathaoirleach concluded the meeting by making a presentation to M. Uí Dhúill in recognition of her service. Gearóid Mac Daibhéid Runaí Chontae 3
RÚIN (MOTIONS) 2019 Motions to remove or to amend Rules must be carried by three-fifths of those present, entitled to vote and voting. Motion 1 To amended Official Guide Part 1 Rule 6.28 (F) and (H) to the following: (F) All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship (2018, 2019 and 2020) The All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship shall be organised initially on a Provincial basis in Munster and Leinster. Ulster Teams, as agreed by the Ulster and Leinster Councils, shall participate in the Leinster Championship. The All-Ireland Series shall be organised as follows: A draw will be made to decide which of the Munster or Leinster Champions will play Galway in the All-Ireland Semi-Final. The winner of the semi-final will than face the other provincial winner. The winner of the semi-final will than face the other provincial winner in the All-Ireland Final. In subsequent years the provincial winner which takes place in the semi-final will be rotated between the Munster and Leinster champions. The All-Ireland Minor ‘B’ and ‘C’ Hurling Championships shall be organised on the basis of Recommendations of the Central Competitions Control Committee, as approved by Central Council (H) Other All-Ireland Championship The All-Ireland Junior Football Championship, the All-Ireland Under 21 Hurling Championship and the All- Ireland Under 20 Football Championship shall be organised initially on a Provincial basis with the winners, going forward to the All-Ireland Series. The pairings for the All-Ireland Series shall be on a Rota System, initially determined by the Central Council. The All-Ireland Under 20 Football Championship shall commence no earlier than the last weekend in May (i.e. when both Saturday and Sunday fall in the month of May) and shall be concluded by the end of August. The All-Ireland Under 20 Hurling Championship shall be organised initially on a Provincial basis in Munster and Leinster, with Galway and any Ulster Team(s) as agreed by Ulster and Leinster Councils participating in the Leinster Championship. The Munster and Leinster champions shall proceed to the All-Ireland Final. Rest of rule 6.28 to remain unchanged Management Committee Motion 2 Bye-Law regarding Transfers within the county be amended to A member who wishes to leave one Club to join another club within the County must apply to the County Committee for a transfer before 5pm on the fourth Friday in January each year. (submit an Application Form to be obtained from the GAA Office or Wexford GAA website). Management Committee Motion 3 Bye-Law regarding the Grading of Clubs and Players be amended to: Grading of Clubs and Players Grading of clubs and players shall be dealt with in accordance with Rule 6.20 T.O 2018 (i) The closing date for club applications for Grading shall be 5pm on the fourth of Friday in January each year. (ii) The status of a player will be determined in the first or subsequent rounds by playing in a championship grade in either the league or knockout stages of a championship. Management Committe 4
RÚIN (MOTIONS) 2019 Motion 4 Proposed additional Bye-Law in relation to Transfers Inter-County Transfers (Transfer into Wexford from outside the County) Pursuant to Riail 6.6 (d) T.O. 2019 which states that a Player who applies for an Inter-County transfers must satisfy the requirements of the new County’s Bye-Laws as regards the club he joins, a Player availing of such a transfer must be in permanent residence within a clubs Parish Boundary subject to the following exceptions: 1 there is an Other Relevant Connection as outlined in (10) 2 the Player is subject to Riail 6.6 (i) T.O. 2019 The Parish Boundary as obtained on January 1st 1972 and as determined by the County Committee under Rule 6.3 T.O 2019 shall continue to be the accepted catchment area for the purposes of transfers in Wexford. Players transferring into a club in Wexford Town from outside the county shall transfer to the appropriate club subject to the exceptions listed with regard to Wexford Town transfers in (11). Management Committee Motion 5 To amended the following Bye-Law Wexford Town Inter- Club Transfers 1 The Parish Boundary as obtained on 1st January 1972 and as determined by the County Committee under Rule 6.3 T.O 2017 shall continue to be the accepted catchment area for the purposes of transfers in Wexford. 2 Subject to the Exceptions below, or unless otherwise exempted by the CCC a player, including underage and adult, must continue as a member of the Wexford Town Club of which he was a member on the 1st November 2019. This bye law to remain in force until 1st November 2022. Rest of bye-law to remain unchanged. Sarsfields Motion 6 Rule on Dissent. Riail 6.4 T.O. 2019 (Part 2) Playing Rules to be amended to the following: Before commencing play a maximum of two players from each team shall present themselves to the referee, these two players having already being selected by their team officials and wearing distinctive armbands. One team official will also wear this distinctive armband and this person is allowed to approach the referee in a courteous manner as to a matter of fact in relation to the game before the game starts, at half time or when the game ends. During a break of play within the game these two players are the only persons allowed to approach and address the referee in a courteous manner as to a matter of fact such as a free puck/kick, sideline, sore/wide or the issuing of a red card. Referee has to give a clear, definite and polite reply when approached and addressed by the two designated players or the team official wearing the distinctive armband. Penalties. 1. A free puck/kick or sideline is awarded to Team A and a Player from Team B other than the two designated players approach or anyone show dissent to the decision of the referee Penalty. Free puck/kick 13m more advantageous than the place of the original puck – up to opponent’s 20/13m line. 5
RÚIN (MOTIONS) 2019 2. A free puck/kick or sideline is awarded to Team A and a player from Team A other than the two designated players approach or anyone show dissent to the decision of the referee. Penalty. Cancel free puck/kick or sideline and throw in ball where free/sideline occurred. 3. A player from either team approach or show dissent to a decision of the referee during open play. Penalty. The referee shall award a free puck/kick to the opponents from where the dissent occurred or where the ball is in play, whichever is more advantageous to their opponents. (The referee may allow play to continue if he/she considers it to be to the advantage of the opponents) 4. Any other official/substitution other than the team official wearing the distinctive armband on the sideline approach or show dissent to the decision of referee. Penalty. Fine for Club/County involved. 5. Before start of game if no player or official approaches the referee and if they are not wearing distinctive armbands. Penalty. Game to continue without anyone approaching referee during game. Referee to report matter to appropriate authority. Naomh Éanna Motion 7 Official Guide Part 1 Rule 6.28 A(iii) All Ireland Quarter Final Group Stage Currently reads: Phase 1 Team 1 v 2 (venue: Croke Park) Team 3 v 4 (venue: Croke Park) That the words ‘Croke Park’ in the above, be preplaced b the words ‘neutral venue’. Monageer/Boolavogue Motion 8 Official Guide Part 1 Rule 6.28 A(iii) All Ireland Quarter Final Group Stage Currently reads: Phase 1 Team 1 v 2 (venue: Croke Park) Team 3 v 4 (venue: Croke Park) To add the following to 6.28 A(iii) – ‘A county cannot play more than once in the same venue during the All Ireland Quarter final Group Stage (Super 8’s)’. Monageer/Boolavogue Motion 9 Official Guide Par 2 Rules of Specification – Rule 2.6 Players in Extra Time: (D) A player ordered off in any circumstance in Normal Time, may not play in Extra Time but may be replaced. To amend part (D) to the following: Players ordered off for two yellow card offences in Normal Time, may play in Extra Time. Players ordered off for a straight red card offence in Normal Time, may not play in Extra time, but may be replaced. Monageer/Boolavogue 6
RÚIN (MOTIONS) 2019 Motion 10 Official Guide Part 1 Rule 3.35 – Congress To add the following to Rule 3.35: In relation to motions carried at a county convention – when a motion is submitted and proposed by a club delegate at a county convention, that delegate, or a named representative from that club, may attend and speak on that motion at congress, but shall not have voting rights unless they are one of the elected delegates from that county. Monageer/Boolavogue Motion 11 Amend to Gradings Bye-Law Clubs may regrade up to 3 players back to the next grade in the club after round 2 of the championship in each code. Players names to be submitted to county board within 7 days of club’s round 2 games. St.Annes Motion 12 Change underage club grades back to original ages, U-12, U-14, U-16, U-18, leaving county minor grade at U-17. St. Annes 7
Tuairisc an Runaí 2019 It has been a privilege and honour, and also my good following the success of the Leinster final and the in the fortune, to have come into this role for the 2019 season. It aftermath of the semi-final defeat. All involved have been was fantastic to bear witness to the amazing occasion in exemplary ambassadors for the county and it is fantastic Croke Park on 30th June of this year that will live long in to have Davy Fitzgerald returning as manager for another the memory of all supporters of Wexford GAA. A first two seasons with an All-Ireland title a realistic goal. provincial minor success in over 30 years, was followed Sometimes a defeat such as occurred in the semi-final, can by a first senior title in 15 years. To overcome our greatest instil the hunger and the belief for future victories. rivals after so many previous narrow and not so narrow defeats made it all the more fitting for the outpouring of There was individual recognition for some of our senior emotion and celebration which followed in Croke Park and hurlers with 8 panel members nominated for the All Stars all the way back down the N11 to Wexford Town. The with Lee Chin and Dee O’Keeffe selected. I would be Leinster Intermediate title won by the Ladies Footballers surprised if they were not some of the first names on the on the same day added to the celebrations in a sun- team sheet as the panel made their selections after having drenched Wexford Park for the official homecoming the such consistent performances throughout the season. This following evening. was a fantastic achievement for these players and their families and hopefully will inspire our young players in The foundations of course for these successes were laid their own clubs and across the county. years before through countless hours of voluntary coaching by parents, club mentors, teachers and The senior football panel did not achieve the same level development squad mentors. The memories of these of success on the pitch as their hurling counterparts, successes will hopefully motivate and inspire further however, it was not for a lack of effort and commitment success in the years to come. from both players and management that they fell short. The year started promisingly with an impressive Bord na Mona County Teams O’Byrne Cup campaign culminating in a semi-final defeat Our senior hurlers showed glimpses of the summer to Meath. The league campaign got off to a disappointing performances to come throughout the Walsh Cup and start with defeats to Leitrim and London, book marking a League campaigns. Although Galway denied our path to strong second half performance in Wexford Park to beat silverware in both competitions, victories over Kilkenny Antrim. A low point was reached against Waterford, (twice), Tipperary and Cork set Davy’s charges in good however the team rallied defeating Wicklow and Limerick stead for the Leinster Championship. The group stage was before succumbing to Derry in a shoot-out. physical and claustrophobic with epic endings to nearly all our fixtures, culminating in a roller coaster of a finale in The best performance of the year was reserved for the Wexford Park against Kilkenny. An unbeaten record was championship match against Louth, with the visitors just enough to secure a Leinster final place and this time our getting over the line. Unfortunately, after coming so close senior hurlers were not to be denied. against Louth, a re-match with Derry was a one-sided shootout this time around in the qualifiers. Despite the The intensity of this year’s championship would raise opinion of some around the county, just as much effort and questions as to whether a sixth team could be dedication is shown by our footballers and their accommodated in the current format. I would have management team. I would like to thank Paul McLoughlin concerns that given the physicality of the modern game, is and his backroom team for their efforts and I’m sure they 5 games too much in a period of 7 weeks? Injury rates in will continue to be involved in developing Wexford matches have been scientifically proven to be far higher, football within their clubs. The appointment of Paul than in training sessions and only a few counties have the Galvin has certainly re-ignited interest within the county depth to be competitive if there is a bad run of injuries. If and hopefully increased support also. a sixth team is to be accommodated, which would be a boost to those counties attempting to establish themselves In u-20 hurling, it was a case of so close but yet so far. An in the Liam McCarthy competition, it is my personal view impressive victory over Offaly in the opening round was that two groups of three, followed by Semi-Finals is followed by a narrow defeat in a well-attended home preferable. With a relegation play-off for the bottom two Leinster final in spite of the lack of cooperation from the teams, this would guarantee all counties at least 3 weather. In slippery conditions, no breaks came our way competitive Leinster Senior Championship matches. on the night denying us a Leinster hurling clean sweep. The gulf in standard between Leinster and Munster was Following the previously mentioned Leinster final success, evidence in the results of the semi-finals leading to a the All-Ireland semi-final defeat was a heart-breaking end disappointing end to the campaign. The value of semi- to the season. After giving an electric performance of finals and quarterfinals in u-20 and minor inter-county attacking play, injuries to key players in the second half competitions must be examined in the context of the left us falling just a short to the eventual All-Ireland reward to the provincial winner and the disruption to club champions. Rarely has a defeat been received so positively, fixtures. It is the view of management that only provincial a reflection on the performance of the players and winners should proceed to the All-Ireland series in both management team on the day and throughout the year. It these grades which is proposed as a motion for national was also testament to how the group carried themselves congress at our convention. 8
The u-20 footballers made strides in overcoming both Championship, 5 games were decided by a single score or Wicklow and Louth in the Leinster championship before less signalling a very competitive renewal. St.Martin’s just defeat in the semi-final against Dublin. The continuation of held off surprise package St.Anne’s in an epic second half the management team led by Brendan Kehoe is a big boost struggle to make amends for last year’s final defeat. ahead of the 2020 campaign. It was evident from these performances that there is plenty of footballing talent also Similarly, in the Dominic Smith Electrical Senior Football coming through the developmental grades. Championship, both semi-finals were closely contested affairs. Castletown Liam Mellows were deserving The minor hurlers ended a long famine after a lengthy champions with a fantastic display of scoring in the final crusade in the Leinster championship. A victory over Offaly against Gusserane, who themselves had knocked out was followed by defeats to Kilkenny and Dublin meaning defending championship Shelmaliers with some a quarter-final against Laois was required before a re-match scintillating forward play in the quarter final. with Dublin. After an epic battle in Parnell Park, James Shiel’s side secured their place in the Leinster final. Led by Both of our Senior champions suffered heavy defeats in captain Richie Lawlor, all involved gave a memorable Leinster, however they both met formidable opposition, performance in ending the famine at minor level which has who at the time of writing, are both still to the fore at the haunted the county for many years. Unfortunately, business end of the competitions which is of some comfort replicating such a performance for these young men was along with their well-deserved county medals. not possible for the semi-final against an awesome Galway side who went to win the All-Ireland. Cloughbawn produced a dream final performance against HWH Bunclody in the Courtyard Ferns Intermediate I would be remiss not to mention the disappointing incident Hurling decider with first half goals setting them on their at the end of the semi-final which left a Galway player way to victory. HWH Bunclody did regroup to claim the hospitalised. It was an embarrassing end to an otherwise Ashdown Park/Amber Springs Intermediate Football crown fantastic season for this group of players and such behaviour in defeating Crossabeg-Ballymurn in a final which was by a small minority of players, in victory or defeat is not played well behind schedule. Unfortunately, a replay, the something which can be tolerated by players representing weather and other circumstances regretfully denied them Wexford GAA. It is hoped this group will look up to the the opportunity to represent the county in Leinster. It is current senior panel as role models in this regard. planned to put arrangements in place for next championship season to accommodate fixtures at a back-up venue on Our minor footballers faced up an uphill challenge in their standby when required. This is, of course, no guarantee championship campaign and after promising performances there will not be further postponements in the future as on and two narrow defeats to Offaly and Dublin in Bellefield, some occasions we are at the mercy of Moth Nature. a trip to Navan was in vain. In the shield competition, a win over Carlow was followed by a defeat to Longford in the At Intermediate A level, both champions have gone to reach final with a lack of discipline from a small number of the later stages of the Leinster competitions. In the Top Oil players also proving costly. Intermediate A Hurling, Ballygarrett Realt na Mara overcame Geraldine O’Hanrahans in another closely My thanks to all Managers, Selectors and Backroom contested final and are due to play in the Leinster final in personnel, too numerous to mention, of all our county the coming days. The Joyce’s Expert Intermediate ‘A’ teams. It requires huge commitment and dedication for all Football title was deservedly claimed by Rathgarogue those involved. Cushinstown seeing off Clongeen in the final. They have since also reached the provincial decider and we hope that On the senior side of things, Dermot Howlin and Jim both sides can add further provincial crowns to the Bob McCarthy were of huge assistance to me personally as O’Keeffe. liaison officers and were a huge asset to both panels. I would like to thank them both for their dedication and In the Junior Championships, Glynn-Barntown were helping operations run so smoothly. moments from completing a double haul before a last- minute goal from St.Mary’s Rosslare denied them adding Our Gold Partners, Wexford Bus, have come on board this the Permanent TSB Hurling title to their previously claimed year with the colourful Wexford GAA bus turning many Enniscorthy Farm Systems crown, following their defeat heads around the country as they transported our county Oylegate-Glenbrien. teams in style. I would like to thank Brendan Crowley and his team for their support and assistance. Ballyhogue saw off Naomh Éanna in the Junior ‘A’ Hurling, while it took a replay and extra-time to separate Rathnure I would also like to thank all our supporters who turned out and St. Anne’s, with Rathnure coming out on top in the in such high numbers, all over the country throughout the Junior ‘B’ Hurling. In Junior ‘A’ Football, Our Lady’s year following our county teams. The players were Island were victorious over Shamrocks and in Junior ‘B’, overwhelmed on many occasions, in particular on the days Buffers Alley saw off St.Patrick’s. Our thanks to Permanent in Croke Park and during the homecoming. The shared TSB and Enniscorthy Farm systems for sponsoring all three memories will help us all look forward to 2020 with levels of Junior Championship in their respective codes. excitement. Given the busy schedule in September, it is not possible to Club Championships hold all championship finals in the county ground, so our In the club championships, the knock-out stages produced thanks must also be recorded to the venues who did host plenty of drama and close finishes at Senior level. Of the 7 these finals and in particular to all those who facilitated and knock-out fixtures in the Pettitt’s Super Valu Senior Hurling assisted with the finals in Bellefield and O’Kennedy Park. 9
In the second year of the u20 age grade, St.Martin’s availability we do not have fixtures. retained their Greenstar Premier hurling crown seeing off Within the association nationally we have a total 300 Faythe Harriers. St.Anne’s defeated Hollow Rovers in the Games Development Personnel employed developing Premier ‘B’. In Roinn 1, which was run on a district basis, players and coaches brilliantly and paying some small bits Askamore Kilrush claimed the Roinn 1 crown while of lip service to refereeing. In comparison with refereeing Craanford won the Roinn 1 ‘B’ title. At the time of we have a handful of staff employed at provincial and writing, the u-20 football championships are still ongoing national level which is not enough for a sector of our due to fixture clashes and the recent weather. games that is in crisis in nearly every county. Similar to the current model of Games Development Administrators, Club Leagues Referee Development Administrator should be a 76 teams registered for the EEW All County Hurling significant part of a staff members role in every county League with a total of 224 games and 26 walkovers during within Games Development. Support should be provided the league. from the Provincial Councils and Croke Park for such an initiative. This role would encourage and educate juvenile 63 teams entered the All County Football League totalling players in relation to refereeing and the rules of our games 154 games and 24 walkovers. and in additionally drive recruitment and modernisation of The league final results are an appendix to this report. referee administration at adult level. The further implementation of the recommendations of the Referee It is my own view, that as happens in other counties, Review Committee report as presented at last years promotion and relegation should be reintroduced to our convention could also be prioritised. league competitions to give motivation to clubs, teams, players and mentors to compete in these competitions and I would like to thank specifically Aidan O’Leary, Joe give all teams something to play for throughout the year Sheehan and the other committee members for dealing and reduce the number of walkovers. with so many reports during the year. A 28% increase in workload is extremely difficult to manage so efficiently. CCC/Fixtures I would like to thank Denis Cadogan, Mary Foley and all On the refeering side, I would like to than John Rossiter, members of the CCC Committee for their tireless work Seamus Whelan, Dickie Murphy and Syl Doyle for their during the season. It is a thankless role they play and one assistance in appointing, educating and assisting referees in which it is impossible to keep everybody happy. A on match days during the year. All our match officials are myriad of factors come into play with each competition valuable to our fixtures programme and I also thank them and as the season progresses, the complexities increase. for their time and dedication. It would be remiss not to Clubs have their own role to play in providing venues, mention James Owens who refereed his third All-Ireland cooperating with fixture schedules and in highlighting final in August. In making some tough calls on the day, he issues that do arise during the year so that they can be showed why he is the one of the top referees in the country. considered and addressed for the following season. With the Leinster club competitions mooted to be starting a Hearings: month earlier next year this will put considerable pressure Margaret Doyle was appointed to the role of Chairperson on our fixture calendar, especially in the event our county of the Hearings Committee following her retirement as teams progressing to the later stages of the All-Irelands. county secretary. Her experience was a great resource for this part of our disciplinary structure and also to myself It was unfortunate that our Intermediate football during the year. Again, abuse of referees was a recurring champions did not make the date for Leinster this season. theme on the agenda of this disciplinary committee. I This highlights the need for a venue to be identified as a would like to thank Margaret, the secretary Eddie Nangle stand-by venue for all knock-out championship fixtures as and all the committee members for their contributions and with the high number of dual clubs, missing one fixture making themselves available at such short notice. The full due to weather/pitch conditions can delay a number of report of the committee will be circulated separately for competitions. A floodlit all-weather pitch must also be further details on their work. prioritised in the medium to long term. These earlier dates for Leinster competitions may require a change to our Commercial Committee/Cairde Loch Garman: championship in format to be considered in the future, if Following on from the appointment of Éanna Martin as the county is, which is hoped to be the case, consistently Commercial Manager in 2018 under the guidance of the involved at the business end of the championship. Commercial Steering Group chaired by Micheál Mahon, the commercial and fundraising side of Wexford GAA The Districts have also assisted in running u-20 and Junior continues to go from strength to strength. This is non more B competitions in particular with provides a great evident then the levels of interest in the recent programme of games for these players throughout the year. announcements regarding jersey sponsorship. I would like I would like to thank all the District Officers and in to thank Rob O’Keeffe, and all in GAIN for their fantastic particular the secretaries and chairperson for their work. support for the duration of the sponsorship. We are delighted to building on our relationship with Zurich who Discipline: have increased their support as a Gold Partner to our main There was a 28% increase in the number of reports of jersey sponsor for our Senior and u-20 teams. indiscipline by players and mentors/officials (152 to 190) this year. Unfortunately, the culture of verbal abuse of Membership of the supporters’ club, Cairde Loch Garman match officials by players, mentors and supporters doubled in membership during the year to just over 650 continues to be a matter of serious concern for the members in 2019. With an extended run in the hurling association. Many members of the GAA will berate match championship this year, guaranteed and preferential access officials however, the levels of abuse are a barrier to to tickets highlighted the value of being a member and recruitment of match officials which without their hopefully numbers will continue to rise in 2020. 10
A small increase in membership cost has been confirmed number of sponsors and our longer run in the going from €25 to €30 however this remains one of the championship. lowest supporters’ club membership fees, and arguably the Whilst the overall figures for the drawn are outlined in the best value given the number of discounts also available. Treasurer's report I nevertheless would like to comment on The Cairde Committee, under the chairmanship of former the success of the draw for which the net funds ,as you inter-county player David ‘Doc’ O’Connor were a huge know , are used for the repayments of our outstanding driver of this increase in membership and in running the capital debt relating to the development of our Ferns events in question. COE.It is worth noting that last year clubs themselves benefited from an amount of almost E250,000 as a result Events during 2019 included social fundraisers in London of their kept sales. I would like go thank all involved in and New York, the annual golf classic, a return to Wexford the smooth and efficient running of the draw. Racecourse during the July meetings and a new outing as part of the Spiegel Tent festival. All of these occasions Our treasurer Andrew Nolan manages our match day were very well attended and well received, and we hope venues in relation to tickets and you would be hard pressed the positive experiences of those who were present will to find someone who invests as much of their time in ensure they return to these events again next year. Wexford GAA. Our current financial position is testament to his diligence in his role. Special thanks must be mentioned to Martin Harrell (London Event), Des Croke (Golf Classic), Anthony Overall, the financial position is positive this year, Neville, Seán Doyle, Noel Hartley and Tom Galway (Race however we cannot be complacent and must continue to Day), Jim Byrne and Brian Byrne (Speigeltent). monitor and contol spending. Our financial position is highly correlated to the progress of our senior inter-county The figures generated are reflected in the accounts and for teams and it is the plan to achieve sustained success both this enormous credit must go to Micheál Mahon, who due on and off and the pitch. to other commitments is unfortunately stepping down as Commercial Steering Group chair, the Commercial Steering Group Committee members (Anthony Neville, Wexford GAA Centre of Excellence: Sean Doyle, Adrian Fenlon) and Éanna Martin who has The Ferns COE continues to be utilised through the year worked tirelessly planning and managing the numerous and is an invaluable asset. With the downgrading of the events in addition to servicing the various sponsors and adjacent road imminent, 2020 will see the construction of commercial partners. a new entrance with planning permission also secured for additional pitches which will come on stream in due The Dublin Supporters Clubs also provided funding course. The excellent condition of the pitches is regularly towards many of the development squads and underage commented on by visitors from far and near and it is teams during the year and we thank them for their testament to Seamus O’Brien’s work at the venue. fundraising efforts also. Wexford Park: Finance: I would like to thank Jim Hughes, Gavin O’Donovan and Following a successful season on the pitch healthy surplus their team in Innovate for their support over the past 5 has once again been achieved which is a testament to the years. An announcement in relation to the naming rights leadership shown from the Management Committee and going forward will be made in advance of the New Year. dedication of our staff. The venue (and pitch) never looked better than the fine On the income front, Commercial and Fundraising is summer evening against Kilkenny which was an occasion touching €1million per annum which is phenomenal filled with such drama and excitement and fortunately a growth over the past 2 years. favourable conclusion. There have been several ongoing issues with the pitch during the year with a postponement National league shares are significantly down, however a during the league, followed by remedial works in advance home semi-final in 2018 is a rare occurrence rather than of championship which were successful. However, issues the norm and accounts for this difference in addition to a arose once again following the dry weather in August, and poor attendance at the double header of National League a number club fixtures had to be postponed due to heavy finals in Croke Park. rainfall in September/October. The pitch requires constant care and attention and I would like to thank John Nolan In expenditure, the most significant increases are in for his hard work. I would also like to thank Dave relation to Team Expenses, Administration Expenses and Ormonde and Bobby Goff for their assistance, not only in Maintenance of Grounds (which I will address later in this their match day roles as Head Steward and Event report. Team Expenses have increased due to two teams Controller, but also for their assistance with the pitch reaching the All-Ireland semi-finals. Administration during the year. Professional advice has been provided by expenses has increased due to a temporary increase in staff Stuart Wilson, Ben Turner (both Croke Park) and Jim with the appointment of Denis Doyle to assist in the Holden (Turfcare) throughout the year and their input has coaching department this year and as our commercial been invaluable. Further works are currently ongoing to manager was appointed in the middle of the 2018 financial prepare the pitch for next season’s league. A full reseeding year in addition to an increase in the cost to Wexford GAA of the pitch may be required soon if a suitable window of of complimentary tickets for sponsors due to the increased opportunity arises. 11
In advance of the championship, a new Public Address I would like to thank Denis Doyle for his service and System was installed with financial assistance provided by assistance as Temporary Strategic & Planning Games Croke Park. This was perfect timing regarding the Manager during the year. His knowledge and experience homecoming following the Leinster finals. The remedial were of great benefit during a busy year. Bobby Goff also works on the pitch and the installation of the PA are the continues to be a very effective and proactive Coaching reason for the significant increases in Ground maintenance Officer in addition to his other roles and was the driving mentioned earlier. force behind the GAA’s first Autism camp which was so positively received during the summer with Wexford In Enniscorthy, Michael Lynch has also done trojan work leading the way once again with regards inclusion. His ensuring that St. Patrick’s Park is always available when coaching report provides further details on all the coaching called on. The traffic on the pitch during the season is department activities. phenomenal and it is another important asset for competitions of all levels and codes. Wellness Week Encompassing may aspects of our ongoing work, Wellness Thanks to Brian Kehoe, Wexford Local Development and Week was a well-attended programme of events which his supervisors Emily O’Leary & Andrea Kehoe, we are included a 5k fun, blitzes, social events and talks catering fortunate in continuously having the assistance of TUS for coaches, players, students and those beyond their workers in our grounds. playing days promoting Healthy Living and Mental Wellbeing. McCauleys were sponsors of this programme Coaching: and I would to thank their CEO Tony McEntee for their The fundraising on the commercial side of things, means continued support. There are plans afoot to expand the our coaching programme can continue to grow. We now offerings for 2020. I would like to thank our Health and have 8 GPOs and 4 GDAs in addition to the recent Wellbeing Committee for their assistance in this and other appointment of Ray Harris as interim Games Manager and initiatives during the year which is chaired by Mary Doyle the list of clubs that are interested in joining the scheme is and would ask our clubs to engage more with this constantly growing. We currently have 18 clubs committee as there are numerous resources available. participating in the project whereby they pay a contribution towards the GPO’s salary. Partnership with IT Carlow During the summer, a memorandum of understanding was The increasing presence of our staff in Post Primary signed with IT Carlow, which is starting to bear fruit as we Schools is fantastic to see as it increases the contact time look at various initiatives with mutual benefit for 2020. with our academy players in addition to managing their Wexford native and Vice-President for Development and workload in cooperation with the school coaches. Young Research Declan Doyle has been a great assistance in players can complete their athletic development putting this in place with Director of Sport Donal McNally. programme in school without having to travel midweek. With many Wexford students, including some of our Dara Kisanne’s recent appointment will continue to county players attending the campuses in Carlow and develop this programme further. Wexford town this partnership will grow into the future. The recent launch of the u-14 District based hubs in Players Injury Fund: conjunction with the schools is hoped to increase those The movement towards complete online processing of the participating in the academy further and widen the base of Players Injury fund is hoped will improve efficiency of the talent in the county. Our academy teams are now always claims processing. competitive at provincial and national competition and it is important to now increase the numbers having the During the year, Máire O’Connor, who has administered opportunity to take part in these squads. Ray and the GDAs the fund on behalf of the county board for many years (Willie Cleary, Anthony Masterson, Shane O’Hanlon and moved on to pastures new and I would like to thank her Dara) have put a huge effort into getting this up and for her service. Máire spent many additional hours running in addition to their other roles. processing club ticket orders during the year in addition to her other duties and she will be sorely missed around the The CE Scheme continues in our primary schools and we office. would encourage all clubs to assist in recruitment for these positions as it can be a great asset to the local primary PL/Property Insurance: school. Supervisor Eibhin McCormack has hit the ground In the current climate and culture of insurance claims in running and is always looking to improve the experience this country, a further increase was charged onto counties for all involved. My thanks to Michael Ormonde & Anne and club for Public Liability and Property Insurance. Clubs O Dea DSP for their help and support ensuring the CE are advised to regularly carry out risk assessments and to Scheme continues for Wexford GAA. As noted recently it take preventive against many trips, slips and falls to avoid is hoped to extend the scheme to positions which will any potential issues. assist our groundsmen. Coiste Sean Gheal: The Rackard League and County Post Primary Schools The work of the Sean Gheal committee is appreciated by committee are crucial in promoting our games in the all but particularly by the numerous recipients each year education sector, while the Hurling 365 initiative, driven at their annual function and by the additional personal by local clubs is also of immense benefit to all involved. I visits to homes and hospitals. They have also, would like to express my thanks to Donal Howlin, Kevin unfortunately, been called upon too often this year in Waters and Johnny Murphy. assisting with guard of honours at the funerals of some great Wexford Gaels. 12
Scór: Managers, Selectors and Backroom Teams of all our Wexford once again had the honour of hosting the Leinster County Teams & Squads Scór na nÓg Finals in 2019. The event was held in the National Opera House and I would like to congratulate all Referees & Linesmen involved in the organisation and running of the event.. The details of all winners at both Adult and Juvenile levels in Our groundsmen John Nolan, Michael Lynch & Seamus the county competition are included in Cian Ó Lionáin's O Brien report. Well done to all concerned and we look forward to Staff at Croke Park & Leinster Council continue to welcome our Scór winners to sing the anthem in Wexford Park next season. Chief Superintendents Denis Ferry, Patrick McMenamin & Derek Smart Superintendent Jim Doyle, Inspector Camogie/Ladies Football: Graham Rowley and Sergeant Denis Murphy and all We have assisted our sister associations in their work, locally based members of An Garda Siochana where possible providing venues and other supports. It was fantastic to be able to include the senior Ladies football Bríd Quigley & Pat Murphy for their assistance on match team in the Leinster Champions home coming celebrations days in Wexford Park which will hopefully inspire all our young members to emulate these efforts regardless of their gender Pat Kavanagh & The Corish Park Residents for their or choice of code. cooperation Deceased Members: Auditors Martin & Ruairi Quigley In the past 12 months, we have lost some stalwarts of Wexford GAA, both from the playing side and former Games Development Staff officers. Art Foley and Ned Wheeler were part of the legendary sides of the 50s and 60s and will be forever Local Press & Radio remembered as legends of the game. This time last year we lost Sheamus Howlin who was followed to his eternal Following a hectic 12 months, I am very grateful for the reward during the year by other former officials Simon support I have had throughout the county since taking on Kennedy and Sean Ormonde. the role. It has been a challenging but hugely enjoyable year and it is privilege to be work with and on behalf of so We remember these and all associated with Wexford GAA many wonderful volunteers and staff. I would like to who passed away during the year. recognise the countless hours that Derek Kent, Micheál Martin and Andrew Nolan invest in their role as officers Buíochas: and their assistance to me in my role. As a county we are As I conclude my report, I would like to thank all the very fortunate to have such dedicated people in these key members of An Coiste Bainistiochta for their support, positions. kindness and assistance while I have been attempting to get my feet under the table. PJ Howlin was also recognised for his work as PRO when awarded Leinster PRO of the year at a function last We are lucky to have a dedicated staff in the office in the weekend. PJ also puts in countless hours with programmes administration and coaching departments which have gone and has also been busy with bringing the cups to our above and beyond this year in all aspects of their work, schools since the Leinster successes. especially with regards to facilitating ticketing arrangements for our championship run. Sarah To all those too numerous to mention who have assisted McGuinness and Marion Doyle have also volunteered their in any way during the year and who I have inevitably time as team secretaries during the year which has been of inadvertently omitted, I also express my thanks. great assistance. I would like to put on the record to thank and pay tribute to all the staff to all the volunteers who I personally have learned a lot this year and am I excited have been called upon to help out during the year. to use the past 12 months experience to help improve the foundations for success, both on and off the pitch, into the I would also like to thank: future. All our various Corporate Partners and Sponsors as listed in this booklet and also other companies too numerous to mention who supported our fundraising events in London and Wexford during the year. District Officers & County Board Members Chairpersons and Members of the many Sub Committees Coiste na nOg officers Gatemen Loch Garman Abú Dave Ormonde & his team of Stewards Gearóid Mac Daibhéid 13
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ALL-COUNTY FOOTBALL LEAGUES All-County Football League Division 1 Castletown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-12 St James' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7 All County Football League Division 2 Duffry Rovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 Naomh Éanna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 ..................................... All-County Football League Division 3 Rathgarogue-Cushinstown . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13 Kilanerin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 ..................................... All-County Football League Division 4 Castletown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Glynn-Barntown . . . . . . . . . . . .0-10 ................................ All-County Football League Division 5 HWH Bunclody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11 Ballyhogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-5 ..................................... All-County Football League Division 6 Horeswood G.A.A.Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 St Joseph's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-6 ALL-COUNTY HURLING LEAGUES EEW All-County Hurling League Division 1 Oulart-The Ballagh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-25 St Martin's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 EEW All-County Hurling League Division 2 Cloughbawn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-30 Buffers Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-23 ..................................... EEW All-County Hurling League Division 3 Craanford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-18 Oulart-The Ballagh . . . . . . . . . . .0-19 ..................................... EEW All-County Hurling League Division 4 Faythe Harriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10 Ferns St Aidans . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14 ..................................... EEW All-County Hurling League Division 5 Oylegate-Glenbrien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20 Tara Rocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8 ..................................... EEW All-County Hurling League Division 6 Rathnure (Hurling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9 Shamrocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10 ..................................... EEW All-County Hurling League Division 7 St Anne's Rathangan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-25 St Martin's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 15
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