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Gloria Corrigan Tournament 2012.

How fast time passes - it does not seem like a year since last year’s Gloria Blitz but the 2012 competition was held on Saturday, July 21st in Tully. 16 teams took part and the weather, as always for Gloria, was ideal for the day’s activity. They came from all over the county and from Louth as well - St. Brides from Knockbridge. Special mention must go to the two teams who travelled the longest distance - Graiguecullen from Co. Laois and St. Laurence’s Club in County Kildare. This was the third year for the latter team to participate and they were once again the Overall winners for the third year in a row. There were some fantastic battles through out the day and the competition produced two excellent finals. Aughnamullen were defeated by Monaghan Harps in the Shield Final and St. Laurence’s had a narrow victory over the host club, Emyvale. This was the first year that Emyvale succeeded in getting to the final but they were defeated by a very strong and skilful St. Laurence team. The Player of the Tournament Award went to St. Laurence’s Ciara Wheeler. Members of the Corrigan family were present all day and they made the presentations of medals, Shield and Cup at the end. Tommy Donaghue, chairman of Emyvale ladies, thanked everyone who had helped in any way and ensured another very successful Gloria Corrigan Tournament with special mention and a presentation for the referees..He thanked the Corrigan family and all the clubs who had participated. He congratulated all the winners and looked forward to having all back again next year. He also paid tribute to the members of the Red Cross who were on hand all day to provide medical assistance when needed.

Our picture on the left here shows five generations of the Corrigan family - Peggy Corrigan, John Corrigan, Sharon Cuddy, Jonathan Cuddy and youngest member - Joseph.

It was great to see them all there and witnessing the memory of their Gloria bringing so many people together in friendship, companionship and sport.

Well done to all.