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Tony Kelly has been named as the PwC GAA/GPA Player of the Month for hurling in July. Kelly scored three points in the All-Ireland hurling semi-final victory over Kilkenny, before putting in a man-of-the-match performance in a final for the ages against Cork last month. The Clare captain scored 1-4, with his sensational goal a particular highlight worthy of the biggest stage. In addition to Kelly, Paul Conroy was named the football player of the month while Nicola Ward and Dervla Higgins were named the PwC GPA Player of the Month winners in football and camogie for July. Ailbhe Clancy and Aoife Donohue were named the PwC GPA Players of the Month in football and camogie for August PwC are proud sponsors of the Player of the Month awards across camogie, hurling and football, both men’s and women’s. The July and August awards recognise the country’s outstanding players during the later stages of this year’s All-Ireland championships including the respective …

This week’s Clare Champion includes a very special, 16-page souvenir supplement to mark Clare’s success in the All-Ireland Hurling Final. In this supplement we talk to Tony Kelly, Brian Lohan, Shane O’Donnell, John Conlon, Conor Cleary, Cathal Malone, Eibhear Quilligan, Brendan Bugler, Pat O’Donnell, Tommy Corbett, Deirdre Murphy, Davy Fitzgerald and many more. We also have all the colour from before, during and after the game, the excitement from the homecoming events on Monday night and a souvenir team poster. This collector’s item is in the shops now. Below, Eoin Brennan chats to Clare captain, Tony Kelly. He was the man of the moment, the man of the hour and undoubtedly the man that left his indelible mark on the marquee hurling decider with an unparalleled All-Ireland Final display before climbing the steps of the Hogan Stand for what was the pinnacle of his illustrious career to date. After all, no other Clare player past or present has played more …

Clare County Council will host a homecoming for the Clare Senior Hurling Team who defeated Cork at Croke Park today to win their fifth All-Ireland Championship title. The event will take place from 6pm tomorrow, Monday, July 22, at 2024 at Active Ennis Tim Smythe Park, formerly the Fair Green, in Ennis. The players and members of the management team will be introduced to the crowd. Planned activities include big screen entertainment and musical entertainment from One September and others. Cllr Alan O’Callaghan, Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, commented, “On behalf of Clare County Council, I want to congratulate the Clare hurlers for the pride they have brought to the people of the county with their outstanding performances in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship. This year’s campaign has demonstrated the depth of sporting talent that we have in Clare. The determination, skill and fighting spirit of this group of players are a credit to our county.” According to Cllr Clare …

Clare county board has said that no supporters have lost out on All-Ireland tickets as a result of a serious issue that emerged with the distribution of tickets last Friday. While those who received codes for tickets originally are all still getting tickets, there have been some issues with people now not being able to get tickets beside each other, and being moved from the stands they were originally going to be in. Shortly after Clare’s allocation of tickets went on sale online it became apparent that some code holders were able to buy more tickets than the codes given to them were supposed to allow. If the sale continued the problem was going to be exacerbated, and certain people would be left without any ticket, despite having a valid code. The decision was taken to close the sale less than an hour after it started. Over the weekend attempts had to be made to recover tickets from people who …

One of the county’s most iconic buildings has shown its true colours when it comes to supporting the Banner hurlers ahead of this weekend’s All Ireland final clash with Cork. St Flannan’s College in Ennis, where many of the Clare team and management went to school, has been lit up in a dazzling display of saffron and blue lights in the days running up to Sunday’s match. The lights have been causing quite a stir in the locality, with many stopping to take a look at the impressive facade. Fr Iggy McCormack, Principal of St Flannan’s College said, “We are showing our support for Brian, the management team and the players this Sunday by lighting up the school in saffron and blue each night this week. Many from the current Clare Senior Hurling management team and squad have been part of our Harty Cup successes down through the years and it is now our turn to back them for All-Ireland …

THE distribution of All Ireland tickets has been paused due to a technical issue this afternoon. Tickets were on sale via Ticketmaster from 1pm today, with members of clubs who were successful applicants having been sent codes earlier in the week. However things went wrong quite quickly and shortly after 2pm Newmarket on Fergus GAA posted a message on social media explaining the situation. “Issues with Codes have presented during today’s sale. If your code allocation is not working as expected then please hold off from purchasing. Active Codes are being temporarily suspended as it is being investigated by the GAA. An update will be posted soonest once we can update from the county board.” Sixmilebridge GAA also posted a message. “There are issues with links/codes, people who were in early at 1pm seem to have managed to buy tickets, problems started a few minutes later. Croke Park are working on the issue with Ticket Master – all tickets/links have …

As the race for All Ireland tickets reaches fever pitch, Cumann na mBunscol an Chláir are holding a draw for two coveted All-Ireland final stand tickets next week. The organisation, which supports thousands of Clare youngsters to enjoy Gaelic games every year, will host a draw next Wednesday evening, at 8pm, with two tickets up for grabs. Tickets for the draw can be purchased online from the idonate website with one ticket available for €10 and 3 tickets available for €20. “This draw is a vital fundraiser for us, as it helps to offset the significant costs associated with running Gaelic games for schools throughout the year,” said a spokesperson. “The funds raised will go directly towards the development and sustainability of our programmes, ensuring that young athletes across Clare have the opportunity to participate in and benefit from Gaelic sports.” Cumann na mBunscol an Chláir organise Gaelic Games and Cross Country Running competitions for all Primary Schools in County …

ENNIS’ Harmony Bro Choir hit the right note and impressed judges at this year’s Cork International Choral Festival to take first prize in the national competition for Lower Voice Choirs. The choir, conducted by Michael Hennessy scored an impressive 85.33% to take the title at the prestigious festival, one of the largest international festivals in the country.   More than 5,000 people attended this year’s Cork International Choral Festival over the May Bank Holiday with choirs from 14 countries participating in the five-day festival.  Renowned as one of Europe’s most prestigious choral events, audiences were treated to world-class performances from national and international choirs and had front-row seats to some highly contested competitions. Participants also enjoyed engaging workshops with leading conductors in stunning venues throughout the city.  Some of the highlights included the popular Afternoons in the Atrium at Clayton Hotel, the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy competition which was won by Brigham Young University Singers (USA) and the Cork School of Music Symphony Orchestra. …