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What’s next for Limerick after penalty heartbreak?

By Tom Clancy / June 8, 2025 /

Limerick 2-27Cork 1-30(Cork win 3-2 on penalties after extra-time) By Tom Clancy at the TUS Gaelic Grounds There it was, six Munster titles in a row. The dream for a…

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Wasteful Limerick suffer Clare defeat in NHL

By Tom Clancy / March 2, 2025 / Comments Off on Wasteful Limerick suffer Clare defeat in NHL

In a fascinating encounter at the TUS Gaelic Grounds, Clare secured their first win of the 2025 season, edging out Limerick thanks to a crucial goal from David Reidy. This…

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Limerick collect maiden League victory with Tipp triumph

By Tom Clancy / February 9, 2025 / Comments Off on Limerick collect maiden League victory with Tipp triumph

Limerick 0-30Tipperary 1-23 Limerick collected their first victory of the 2025 League campaign as they, in near usual fashion, saw off Tipperary with a dominant second half display. Trailing by…

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Desmond League: Silverware for Town as Broadford reach Desmond Cup final

By Tom Clancy / April 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Desmond League: Silverware for Town as Broadford reach Desmond Cup final

There was significant Desmond Cup action at both Youths and Junior level. There was mixed fortunes for Broadford United, but in turn silverware for Newcastle West Town, who deservedly claimed…

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Desmond League: Tight at the top as Desmond Cup last four is confirmed

By Tom Clancy / April 16, 2024 / Comments Off on Desmond League: Tight at the top as Desmond Cup last four is confirmed

Premier DivisionAthea United 2-2 Creeves CelticIn a division devoid of draws, this result may prove costly to one or both for different reasons. Creeves Celtic are hunting a maiden title…

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Premier Division stalemate while Ballingarry move closer to promotion

By Tom Clancy / March 31, 2024 / Comments Off on Premier Division stalemate while Ballingarry move closer to promotion

There was a handful of games across the divisions this bank holiday weekend. There was also two outstanding Desmond Cup last 16 ties played, with seven of the last eight…

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Desmond League: Rathkeale and Creeves among sides into Desmond Cup last eight

By Tom Clancy / March 24, 2024 / Comments Off on Desmond League: Rathkeale and Creeves among sides into Desmond Cup last eight

With everybody praying for good weather, there was thankfully minimal impact on fixtures as Sunday’s rain came right as the action got underway. Players will be gearing up for a…

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Desmond League: Away sides on top in Premier Division and lower-tier Cup update

By Tom Clancy / March 10, 2024 / Comments Off on Desmond League: Away sides on top in Premier Division and lower-tier Cup update

Weekly Observer Premier DivisionCreeves Celtic 1-2 Abbeyfeale UtdThere was a somewhat surprising result as Abbeyfeale United picked up a massive three points against Creeves Celtic, in Newbridge. Tough to beat…

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Feenagh claim only major upset in Desmond Cup opening round

By Tom Clancy / February 18, 2024 / Comments Off on Feenagh claim only major upset in Desmond Cup opening round

The highly coveted Weekly Observer Desmond Cup took centre-stage this weekend. Last seasons competition had a plethora of upsets throughout the knockout competition. Shannonside B upsetting then Premier side Granagh…

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Desmond League: Cup joy for Dromore United; Broadford, Breska and Newcastle West claim Premier wins

By Tom Clancy / February 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Desmond League: Cup joy for Dromore United; Broadford, Breska and Newcastle West claim Premier wins

There was a plethora of action across the Desmond League, with the significant business the Division Three League Cup final. As well as that, Creeves Celtic fell to their first…

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