Kilcullen GAA Club AGM

One of the highlights of the Kilcullen GAA Club’s AGM which was held in the Clubhouse on Monday 22nd was the presentation of the Paddy Howard Trophy for Clubperson of the Year to Frank Morrow.



In addition to being an active member of the Grounds Committee, Frank has been a most diligent Kit Manager for the club.

The award was presented by Christy Howard on behalf of the Howard family. The meeting heard from Club Secretary, Sue Goulding that 2006 had proven to be a very busy year both on and off the pitch. She noted that the Senior Team had retained Division 1 status in the league and had a good showing in the Senior Football Championship.

The departure during the year of senior players, Shane Lambe, Kevin O’Brien had Christopher Howard had been a big loss to the club.

Sue paid tribute to all who had assisted at any level during the year and she complimented the Under 14 side that defeated Raheens in the final of their league competition. She also made special mention of the Ladies Football Under 14 and Under 15 Teams who had also brought league honours to Kilcullen.

In his report on the Juvenile Section, Derek Phelan noted that the club catered for eight teams in the Under 8 to Under 16 competitions. He strongly appealed for assistance from parents and others interested in the coaching and management of the underage teams.

Maurice O’Mahony presented his report on Cumman na mBunscoil activities. He stated that a significant development had been the appointment of John O’Brien as football coach to the primary school.

In his address to the meeting, the Club Chairman, Martin Whyte, outlined the success and achievements on the field at all levels from underage to senior level. He thanked all those who had contributed to the club over the year and highlighted the work done by the Grounds Committee and everyone who had been involved in fund raising activities. He complimented club member, Mick Spencer, and his team of umpires who had officiated at the County Senior Football Final. He expressed special thanks to Betty Lambe, Elaine O’Donnell, Christine Nugent, Sue Goulding, John Martin, Henry Barrett, Jim Kiely, Conor Gleeson and Adian Gleeson for their work in various areas within the club. He noted the passing during the year of valued supporters and members of the club, Florrie O’Connor, Fred Maher and Billy Sammon.

The following officers were elected for the coming year: Chairperson, Martin Whyte; Vice Chairpersons, Albert Keenan and John Mulhall; Secretary, Sue Goulding; Assistant Secretary, Elaine O’Donnell; Treasurer, Jim Kiely; PRO, Henry Barrett; Development Officer, John O’Brien; Website Manager, Aidan Gleeson; and Kit Manager, Frank Morrow.

Club Committee: Johnny Goulding, Pat Farrell, Brian Foxe, Christine Nugent and Hazel Spencer. Grounds Committee: Billy Aspell, Dan Byrne, Albert Keenan, Gerry Brady, Pat Farrell, Frank Morrow and Tommy Howard.

John Martin.