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FEARS IT MAY TAKE 20 YEARS FOR LUAS AS CLONBURRIS GETS GO AHEAD
Grid-locked residents support petition for Lucan Luas MARK O’BRIEN AN ONLINE petition calling for included as part of a €10.3 billion Transport Minister Shane Ross to plan for the development of trans“restart the planning process” for port infrastructure across the greater a Luas line to Lucan has received Dublin area, published last year by strong support from residents. the National Transport Authority. Continues on Page 9 Plans to extend the Luas were
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RATHCOOLE | CALL FOR MORE GARDAI TO EASE LOCAL’S FEARS
‘Lack of garda visibility is contributing to the increased crime rate’ MARK O’BRIEN GARDA numbers in Rathcoole have dropped by over 40% in the past five years while reports of thefts in the area continue to increase. There were 27 gardai stationed in Rathcoole in 2012 but that figure now stands at 15. The information was obtained through a parliamentary question by Fianna Fail TD John Curran, who is calling for more gardai to be allocated to
the area. “I am calling on the Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan to ensure that Rathcoole Garda station receive an increased allocation of new gardai when a new tranche of 200 trainees graduate later this year,” he said. There were 86 vehicle thefts in Rathcoole in the first half of this year - an increase of 56% on the previous year. There has also been a 21% increase in shop theft and a total of 56 burglaries in the area between Janu-
ary 2017 and August 2017. Deputy Curran said that he felt that a lack of garda visibility was contributing to the increased crime rate. “It is of some concern that according to the Minister’s reply Rathcoole Garda station is open 10am to 1pm and 2pm – 6pm Monday to Sunday, subject to the availability of Garda personnel,” he said. “We need to see more gardai on the streets and in our towns and villages. Visibility plays a huge part
There were 27 gardai stationed in Rathcoole Garda station in 2012 but that figure now stands at 15
in deterring crime and easing the fears of local people. “ Deputy Curran added that as a member of the Joint Policing Committee, he was acutely aware of the issues in the area. “It’s important that the people of Rathcoole feel secure,” he said. “That means having visible Garda presence in the Rathcoole.” A garda spokesperson said that it was not their
IN TIME-honoured tradition, bb’s are once again launching a special edition ‘In The Pink’ muffin in support of the Marie Keating Foundation. This delicious recipe of Raspberry and White Chocolate will be baked in every store fresh each morning through October, Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every muffin sold will donate 25 cent to the Foundation, helping their fight against breast cancer. Pictured launching the muffin are Ronan and Storm Keating. Picture: Huw John, Cardiff
policy to discuss the allocation of gardai to individual stations but added: “Local Garda Management closely monitors the allocation of all resources in the context of crime trends, policing needs and other operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level, to ensure optimum use is made of Garda resources, and the best possible Garda service is provided to the public.”
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Daffodil bulbs not bonfires will make your Halloween! SOUTH Dublin County Council is encouraging people to have a safe Halloween by providing communities with daffodil bulbs to plant for spring. Bulbs not Bonfires is a reward in the Council’s Social Credits Scheme, to encourage communities to plant now for lovely spring flowers, instead of having a scarred open space throughout the year as the result of a bonfire. This scheme rewards community groups for undertaking local pro-environmental / non-bonfire orientated Halloween activities and projects. Community groups, environmental groups, resident associations and schools can apply, outlining a plan to create a safe Halloween. Applicants must also nominate the site location for planting and submit photos of the site along with their applications. Please send your application to envawareness@ sdublincoco.ie. The closing date for applications is Friday, October 13, 2017. All applications will be dealt with on a first come, first served, rule.
Listen up! New store is not only a sight for sore eyes SPECSAVERS Tallaght has unveiled its newly refurbished store at the Square Shopping Centre, which now also boasts an on-site hearing centre. Store director James Ryan, said: “We are committed to developing and improving our store so customers have access to the latest technology and in-store expertise from qualified optometrists and audiologists.” The store now has three optical testing rooms and there has been significant investment in the latest optical technology, most recently Digital Precision Eyecare. This is a cutting-edge way of selecting and fitting customers’ glasses using imaging software on tablet devices. Spectacles are also manufactured in the store’s on-site lab, to ensure a customer’s order is ready as quickly as possible.
Brittas attracts €20,000 through Tidy Towns funds
Tickled pink to support charity
BRITTAS Community Centre is to receive €20,000 in funding for renovations. Speaking about the announcement, Local TD and Tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald said: “Community spirit is definitely strong in Brittas at the moment. “In their report, the Tidy Towns adjudicators noted the local ‘Pride of Place’ which has been fostered in Brittas through the work of the Tidy Towns.” Local Councillor and Brittas resident Emer Higgins added: “We are one of Dublin’s most rural villages and with the help of this funding our active community can continue to develop and thrive.”
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Shane Duffy, Dayo Adeshina, Adrian Costa and Saoirse Twoomey. Pictures: Alan Rowlette
Hannah Talbot, Kerri O’ Brien and Ellen Noonan
Niamh Connaughton, Trudy Wakocha and Aisling O’ Riordan
Thousands pound the pavement to help fight homelessness OVER 2,000 runners,walkers and joggers of all ages hit the pavement for homes in the Phoenix Park on Saturday to race against the homeless crisis. Concerned Simon supporters from across Dublin and beyond, took part in the Dublin Simon Community’s Home Run to stand in solidarity with those who are being devastated by the homeless crisis and raise vital funds to help provide homes. Speaking on the day Sam McGuinness from the Dublin Simon Community said: “It’s fantastic to see such a great turn out today and highlights the level of concern that the public have for all the adults, children and families who are being traumatised by homelessness. “This is a really important fundraiser for us and the funds raised by our supporters will enable us to provide accommodation, health care and supports to those who are relying on us each day. We can’t thank people enough for helping us to rebuild the lives of those who have been so heavily impacted by this crisis.”
There was also plenty of fun on the day for participants and families with live music, food, face painting from the 98FM Thunders and the Deutsche Bank Kids Zone. After the race one of the lucky runners was presented with a signed platinum Coldplay album for taking part in the Simon Home Run. This is the 34th year of the event which was formerly called the Simon 5 Mile. “As we come into our 34th year of the Simon 5 Mile, the homeless situation is the worst we have ever seen. There is a need and an urgency to not only raise essential funds but to show solidarity with the thousands adults and children who are, as we speak, trapped in the despair of homelessness. We a need a change in direction…we must do more! “To do this, we’ve changed this year’s event to the Simon Home Run.” Dublin Simon Community provide services to over 3,500 people in Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow and Meath who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
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Pat Gibson
Evelyn Byrne and Ceara Kerrigan
No question it was a fun fundraising event L
UCAN Harriers AC held a very successful fundraising quiz night last week in aid of their new athletics track for Lucan. There were 52 teams packed into Lucan Sarsfields Gaa Club with quizmaster Pat Gibson calling out the questions for a challenging event. Winners were The Kew Tours who scored 88/100 followed by Humpty Dumptys on 77/100.
Colm Clarke and Ursula Eaton. Pictures: SIMON PEARE
Michelle Boyle, Anne O’Connor and Hellen McGinnity
Padhairc Kennedy and John Gorman
John Groarke with John and Colm O’Sullivan
Sinead Lyons, Aoife Caomhanach and Irene Namugere
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Anthony Troy and Nicola Lumley
Anne Byrne and Denise Kelly
Rebecca, Fanchea and Pat Gibson
Sean Hart, Donna Dignam, Iris Turpin and Josie Dignam
Cathal, Hugh and Sioban O’Riordain with Ann Higgins
Maeve Andrews, Rebecca Coyle and Regina Gibson
Niamh and Gary O’Daly
Kathleen Trunk
Clare Wright
Lesley Mitchell and Emer Rigney
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CIRCUIT CRIMINAL COURT | CHILDREN PUT OUT FIRE INSIDE HOUSE
Suspended sentence for ‘tragic’ arsonist A WOMAN who put a flaming piece of paper through a letterbox due to a dispute about bins has received a partly suspended sentence. The court heard Gillian Philip (36) was recognised by children in the house who managed to quench the fire with water. The hall carpet was scorched, but the children were not injured. Philip, formerly of Mac Uilliam Green, Tallaght in Dublin, pleaded guilty at
the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to damaging her neighbour’s property with fire on October 21, 2015. She has been in custody since January 2017 and will reside with her father in Co Cork after her release. Judge Karen O’Connor said it was a reckless act and noted that one cannot control what might occur in an arson attack. Judge O’Connor noted Philip has limited cognitive function and had “a
somewhat tragic life.” She took into account Philip’s early guilty pleas, the fact she provided a letter of remorse and that she had been using her time in custody in a positive way. Judge O’Connor imposed a two-and-a-half year sentence, suspending the balance from the sentencing hearing date on strict conditions. Garda Robert Whitty told Noel Devitt BL, prosecuting, he responded to reports of a house fire in
Fortunestown, Tallaght, at 8pm that evening. He later interviewed two children living in the house in question. One of the children witnessed Philip pushing a piece of flaming laminated paper through the letterbox. Gda Whitty said on the day in question, the child and her sister were in their mother’s friend’s house. They returned home at around 6pm and went upstairs to get clothes. One of the girls heard a voice shouting “fire, fire” and calling her mother’s name, and recognised it as that of Gillian Philip. The child witnessed the paper coming through the letterbox and recognised Philip through the door’s window. She and her sister were able to quench the fire
with water, though the hall carpet was scorched. The girl discovered the piece of laminated paper used to start the fire. Philip called on the child to give her the paper, but she refused and gave it to gardaí when they arrived. Gda Whitty arrested Philip that evening. She initially denied involvement, but soon admitted pushing the flaming paper through the letterbox. Sean Gillane SC, defending, said Philip was motivated by a dispute over bins, where one person’s rubbish was being put into another person’s bin. Mr Gillane said mother-of-five Philip has limited cognitive function, is prone to paranoia and has a history of alcohol and drug abuse.
Joanne Rourke (East-Midlands Regional Waste Office), Carrie Ann Moran (The Rediscovery Centre) and Mayor Paul Gogarty
Rediscover fashion this Reuse Month! NATIONAL Reuse Month is back again with events planned across October to raise awareness of the benefits of reusing everyday items. The annual initiative, which is coordinated by the country’s three Regional Waste Management Offices, will see a nationwide series of events take place. Launching the initiative last week, Mayor of South Dublin County Council, Cllr. Paul Gogarty said: “Reuse Month is an important initiative that promotes reuse and waste reduction, which in turn decreases the amount of materials going to landfill and helps conserve precious resources.” The launch also featured a fashion skills workshop from eco-designer Carrie-Ann Moran of the Rediscovery Centre. See www.emwr.ie for details.
Young man jailed for golf club attack A FATHER-to-be who struck a man on the head with a golf club ‘in a moment of madness’ and fractured his skull has been jailed for a year. Dean Sutcliffe, 21, of Cushlawn Park, Tallaght, Dublin —17 at the time of the offence — was found guilty by a jury of assault causing serious harm to Keith Fennelly, at Cushlawn Park on November 3, 2013. Detective Garda David Jennings told Dublin Circuit Criminal Court that prior to the assault, the victim and his brother became involved in an argument with the accused, who was sitting on a wall outside his home. He told Dean Kelly BL, prosecuting, that words were exchanged before Sutcliffe hit Mr Fennelly from behind with a golf club “with such force that the head of the club came off.” Mr Farrelly suffered a fractured skull and internal bleeding, and spent a number of days in intensive care. The court heard that Sutcliffe had no previous convictions and was not known to gardaí. “I believe he saw the red mist on the day, it was a moment of madness,” Det Gda Jennings told the court. Sentencing Sutcliffe last week, Judge Elma Sheahan said she agreed with Det Gda Jennings that the assault was a “moment of madness with very serious consequences for the victim”. She noted Mr Farrelly has since made a full recovery and made reference to mitigating factors, including the accused’s youth, the absence of previous convictions, his impending fatherhood and that he was acting as a carer for his father. Handing down a three-year sentence with the final two suspended, she said she believed he was “on the path to rehabilitation” but warned it was up to him to ensure he did not come before the courts again. On release, Sutcliffe will be on probation for two years and must undergo anger management treatment.
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Strong support for Lucan Luas But the plans were not included in the Government’s Mid Term Capital Plan (2016 – 2021), leading to fears that it could take up to 20 years before the Luas is in place in Lucan. The Change.org petition reads: “We, the citizens of Lucan and of the surrounding neighbourhoods hereby call on the Irish Government to restart the planning process to put a Luas in place for Dublin (EastWest). “If the Luas isn’t put back in to the strategic plan and commenced soon, then the general area of Lucan will come to a complete halt due to what is already, a gridlock traffic situation. “T he council has also just announced/ launched the proposed development of 8,000 housing units in the area of Clonburris which is said will add another 12,000 people to the area without the proper public transport infrastructure to cater for its current population. “If Clonburris goes ahead, we fear Lucan will just come to a complete standstill in terms of traffic. Therefore, we need a Luas now more than ever to be put in place.” Residents who signed the petition cited traffic congestion in the area as a major factor. One signatory wrote: “Demand on all routes in this area have increased
dramatically over the past 15 years. “It’s about time we got a Luas line to reduce traffic gridlock, reduce accident rates, help commuters to commute safely and efficiently.” Another added: “Lucan is getting ridiculous in terms of population and therefore traffic. “T he council are approving these houses and not putting in the proper roads or transportation system needed.” A spokesperson for the NTA said that the project was still part of the infrastructure but was unlikely to be funded in the short term. He added: “The development at Clonburris straddles the existing rail line, and the area is currently served by the Iarnrod Eireann station at Clondalkin/Fonthill. “In addition, commissioning the station at Kishogue is something that can be done relatively quickly, as soon as development gets under way. “Additional provision for public transport in the Lucan area is proposed in the NTA’s Bus Connects project. “Under these plans, ‘next generation’ bus corridors, where buses are not competing with general traffic, are planned on three major roads in the area. These will dramatically increase public transport capacity in that part of Dublin.”
OFFICIALLY OPENED | ROUND TOWER INTERPRETIVE CENTRE
A towering attraction MARK O’BRIEN THE Round Tower Interpretive Centre in Clondalkin was officially opened to the public at a ceremony last week. The centre – which features an interpretative centre, exhibition space, cafe, gardens, terrace dining and craft shop – was opened by Mayor of South Dublin Paul Gog-
arty on Tuesday, October 3. Speaking at the opening, Cllr Gogarty said: “The visitor centre was conceived by the council in collaboration with the local community to celebrate the round tower and to respond to the origins of the site and its history. “I would like to acknowledge the support of the Office of Public Works who worked very closely
Danny McLoughlin, Mayor Paul Gogarty and Minister Frances Fitzgerald cut the ribbon. Picture: Simon Peare
with the council on the delivery of this wonderful project, it clearly demonstrates what can be achieved when we come together to work collaboratively for the good of the community.” Tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald also attended the opening along with council chief Danny McLoughlin. Speaking at the ceremony, the Tanaiste paid tribute to Mr McLoughlin for his work in completing the project since he took over the role four years ago. “I would like to thank Danny for his dedication to this project,” she said. “From day one he understood the need to protect this monument for future generations, the potential it held to lift Clondalkin Village and give it the recognition it deserved.” The Tanaiste also paid tribute to the people of Clondalkin for their
dedication and enthusiasm for the project. “A plan that has been realised with the opening of this Centre,” she said. “So, the biggest ‘thank you’ today goes to the community of Clondalkin, through the guidance of the buttress that is the Clondalkin Round Tower Heritage Group. “It is your pride in where you come from, your passion for its past and your commitment to its future that brings us all here today.” Minister Fitzgerald added that, while local hotels had benefitted from being located near major road networks, the village had missed out on valuable tourist trade which it is hoped the centre will attract. “As well as this centre and the community, Clondalkin has come a long way over the years,” she said.
Miss Saigon starlets wait in the wings
THE global West End and Broadway phenomenon Miss Saigon is back in Ireland for a triumphant return after smashing box office records 15 years ago. With an exceptional score, lavish sets, an outstandingly talented cast and a company of 60, Miss Saigon has played
in 29 countries, 353 cities and has won 70 major theatre awards. Pictured as they celebrated the show’s arrival in Dublin are local Irish children who will take to the stage: Charmine Mari Baltazar (Sandyford), Ethan Bai (Lucan), Junxi Micky Zhao (North King
Street), Chael Ancheta (Lucan), Jiaxi Wang (Parnell Street), Fenglin Dylan Bi (Clondalkin), Sohpie Ji (Cabinteely), Qin Xiaoran (Sandyford), Emma Lim (Lucan) and Han Rui Henry Yang (Lucan). Miss Saigon is playing until November 18, 2017. Picture: Brian McEvoy
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Mayor Paul Gogarty and Luke Foley
Ellie Leslie and Elena Oleinik. Left: Collete Tuite and Nicole Gallagher. Pictures: SIMON PEARE
Mayor Paul Gogarty and Teegan Timmons
A great social day for the community T
HE eagerly-awaited annual Clondalkin Handcraft and Horticultural Show in Aras Chronain took place last week. It was a great social event and family day for the whole community. The event featured baking, crafts, produce, preserves, photography, art and floristry and there was also plenty of children’s stalls and activities.
Eva Boros, Kathleen Ryder, Carmel Carrick and Amany Abdalla
Deputy Mayor Breeda Bonner and Anthony Maguire
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AWARDS: WOMEN MEAN BUSINESS
Breadth of women’s ingenuity recognised T H E 11 t h a n n u a l Women Mean Business Conference and Awards, which recognise the achievements of businesswomen and entrepreneurs across Ireland, took place in the Shelbourne Hotel last week. Six awards were presented with Lisa Dillon, MD of EMEA Inside
Sales, Microsoft, taking the overall WMB Businesswoman Award 2017. A o i f e L aw l e r a n d Niamh Sherwin Barry, Co-founders, The Irish Fairy Door Company received the Matheson WMB Female Entrepreneur Award. Keren Jackson, founder and CEO of BlueFire
received the Newstalk WMB Social Entrepreneur Award and Louise Kenny, founding director, Metabolomic Diagnostics was the WMB Woman in Technology Award recipient. Natalie Walsh, executive director, Blackstone LaunchPad, NUI Galway received the Boots
Rosemary Delaney MD of WMB and WMB Businesswoman Award winner 2017 Lisa Dillon, MD of EMEA Inside Sales Microsoft. Picture: Aurora Event Photography
WMB Empowering Women Award 2017; and Kate and Annie Madden, Co-founders, FenuHealth.com received the Sodexo WMB Female Newcomer Award for 2017. Opening the event, An
Tanaiste and Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Frances Fitzgerald TD said: “As an avid supporter of female entrepreneurs and businesswomen, I am delighted that the Women Mean Business
Team Ireland make it to Enactus semi-finals BUSINESS leaders, academics, alumni and third level students from across the world gathered in the ExCeL Arena, London last week to celebrate social innovation and entrepreneurship at the Enactus World Cup in London. Representing Ireland on the global stage, Enactus Dublin City University (DCU) competed in the opening round of competition with their projects Well On The Way and HeadsARTS. The team progressed to the semi–final round after facing competition from international colleges in Singapore, Ukraine, China and more. The team received a trophy and were highly commended after their performance.
The Irish team received a trophy and were highly commended
DCU projects include Well On The Way, a social enterprise providing business apprenticeships
to asylum seekers in order to integrate into Irish society. Well On The Way sells bottled
water and uses 100% of net profit to build wells in Democratic Republic of Congo. Having raised the required funding, the first well is due to be built later this month. The teams second project, HeadstARTS, is a programme which provides weekly classes in dance, drama, music and art for people with intellectual disabilities. The team created a franchise model which is set to open in Marino, UCD and Belmullet in County Mayo later this year. Enactus DCU consists of 88 students studying a range of courses in DCU who have invested more than 10,000 volunteer hours this year.
Awards is in its 11th year and going from strength to strength. “With the variety of awards here today, we can see the breadth of women’s ingenuity and ability to perform at a high level in the business
world. “Women networks and platforms, such as Women Mean Business, are crucial to encouraging more women to advance their careers and establish their own businesses.”
Experienced applicants sought for €500,000 fund APPLICATIONS are now open for a total of €500,000 in start-up funding from Enterprise Ireland’s new Competitive Start Fund (CSF) competition. The fund is directed at mature and highly experienced business professionals with 25 years or more of relevant business experience in Ireland or abroad, of which at least 10 years should be at a senior or leadership level. Up to 10 successful applicants will receive high-level business development support and an investment of up to €50,000 each. The CSF is designed to accelerate the growth of start-ups and enable companies to reach key commercial and technical milestones. As well as securing funding, the successful applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a business development programme. The CSF competition will close at 3pm on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. Full details are available at www.enterprise-ireland. com/csfexperiencedprofessionals
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Our Pippa’s tickled pink to support cancer fight
BREAST Cancer Awareness month is upon us and to support the yearly initiative, Centra stores across Dublin are set to host a number of coffee mornings. Pippa O’Connor, one of Ireland’s top bloggers, has launched Centra’s initiatives to support the Irish Cancer Society this Breast CancerAwareness Month. This year over 2,900 people in Ireland will be told they have breast cancer, with eight women diagnosed with breast cancer in Ireland every day. Centra is joining the Irish Cancer Society in the fight against breast cancer, as stores in Dublin get their cups at the ready for ‘Cups against cancer’ coffee mornings. Centra stores in Dublin hosting coffee mornings include: Sinnott’s Centra, Irishtown, Kenny’s Centra, Blackrock, McHugh’s Centra, Edenmore, Lynch’s Centra, Lucan, Dunne’s Centra, Parnell street, Griffeen Centra, Lucan, Lucan Centra and Coughlan’s Centra, Drimnagh. Centra will also be hosting pink walks throughout communities in Ireland and Centra is calling on the
nation to take part to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. For customers who lead hectic lifestyles but are eager to support this worthy cause, they can simply text CENTRA to 50300 to donate €4* to the Irish Cancer Society. For more details, log on to www.centra.ie/cancer. Money raised through these initiatives will go directly to the Irish Cancer Society’s essential services including information and support services for people throughout the country who have been affected by breast cancer. This is the seventh year Centra has supported the campaign and to date has raised over €2.8 million for the charity.
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Nirina Plunkett
Andrea Hayes
Rosanna Davison at the launch of the new Beautique Beauty Stephanie McNamee
Studio in Fashion City, Ballymount, Dublin. Pictures: Brian McEvoy
A touch of glamour for local beauty paradise R
Leanne Stone
Gail Kaneswaran and son Jackson
Sinead De Buitlear
osanna Davison added an extra touch of glamour to the launch of the new Beautique Beauty Studio, which opened its doors in Fashion City, Ballymount Dublin last week. With autumn upon us and the winter festive season in our sights, Beautique Beauty Studio has all you need to feel perfectly preened from head to toe all under one roof. The stunning salon offers top class treatments in a luxurious setting, bedecked with chandeliers, marble floors and glass walls, which will transport you to a scintillating paradise of opulence.
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Marie Kerslake and Michelle Kerslake
Niamh Redmond
Anne O’Neill and Shirley O’Neill
Jane McGarry and Helen Goldin
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Brilliant new book shop is just the place for a pop-in!
SERENDIPITY is a word I heard for the first time when I was eleven. A teacher in school mentioned it one day and I just liked the sound of it. I don’t know why that was, but I never forgot it, unlike many more words that I heard. And so it was by pure serendipity that I spotted the pop-up shop at the corner of Georges Street in Dun Laoghaire, opposite the entrance to the People’s Park. And, being a book fan, I had to investigate – and that led to another surprise. The shop is bright, mostly glass on its two public sides, and there were plenty of books on show. There was something for every taste, and the quiet rumble of chat as people moved about added to the friendly atmosphere. The shop is being run for one week by comedian Kevin Gildea (pictured above) and, although he has never done anything like this before, he is enjoying the experience. As are the book lovers whom I noted smiling when they saw the humorously, understated name for this temporary operation. For Kevin Gildea’s Brilliant Pop-Up Book Shop is a bright spot on the street and I look forward to once more being able to pop-in to the pop-up! Don Cameron www.donsdublin.wordpress.com
EMMA NOLAN SCHOOLS across the country are being encouraged to register for TriHeroes, a schools triathlon programme which brings together the lifelong activities of swimming, cycling and running to inspire, motivate and challenge children to participate in a healthy and active lifestyle. TriHeroes which is supported by Barilla, a family-owned Italian food company, helps teachers introduce triathlon activities in a safe and positive environment. Delivered by Triathlon Ireland’s development team, the programme is typically run over six 90-minute training sessions with students taking part in a mini triathlon at the end of the programme and exposing them to three sports that could see them excel in the Leaving Cert and later life. A huge advocate of the initiative, mum of one and health and wellness coach Alison Canavan is a spokesperson for Barilla and is passionate about helping students maintain a healthy lifestyle through sport and healthy eating. The Gazette caught up with Alison to learn more about the initiative. 1. What are your go-to dishes/meals when you and your son James have a busy day ahead?
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Comedian Kevin Gildea’s Brilliant Pop-Up Book Shop opposite the People’s Park in Dun Laoghaire
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GET PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR KIDS’ WELLBEING AND REGISTER FOR TRIHEROES! INTERVIEW: ALISON CANAVAN ON NURTURING A HEALTHY WAY OF LIFE Aoife O’Connor (7), Cian O’Connor (10) and Dylan McCambridgeCrossan (6) with model and G dgfkjsgfds dfs fd kljghdfgkljdhlflg hlglfhgds fdsfkj nutritionist Alison Canavan for Xxxxx Zzzzzz hgdsf. Picture: the launch of TriHeroes Picture: ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy
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their diets? Balance is key. When preparing pasta-based dishes, try to ensure you are packing in as much veg and protein as you can. You can also substitute regular pasta with whole grain pasta. This will offer the same great taste and
texture as regular pasta, but with the added goodness of whole grains! 4. What advice would you give to parents who are trying to help their children and teenagers maintain a healthy lifestyle through food? I always try to get James
involved in cooking at home. I’ve come to learn over the years that if James has taken part in the preparation of good food, there’s a sense of pride associated with the meal. T his really helps in terms of not just encouraging children and teen-
agers to make good mealtime choices, but to eat them too! P r i m a r y a n d secondary schools can find out more about the TriHeroes programme at triathlonireland.com and register their interest at schools@triathlonireland.com.
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‘I’ve come to learn over the years that if James has taken part in the preparation of good food, there’s a sense of pride associated with the meal.’
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AIR TRAVEL: AER LINGUS ANNOUNCES IT WILL BE OPERATING A NEW ROUTE
Flights to Philly a breath of fresh air
TRAVELLERS to the USA can now travel direct to Philadelphia after Aer Lingus announced that it will be operating a new route to the city direct from Dublin Airport. Philadelphia is the ninth most visited city in the United States welcoming over 30 million domestic and international visitors annually. The latest route expansion comes on the back of an IAG investment in new aircraft, with Aer Lingus taking delivery of four new long-haul aircraft in the last 24 months, enabling the introduction of four new transatlantic routes; Los Angeles, Newark, Hartford, Miami and now Philadelphia. The company say the expansion has created hundreds of new jobs for pilots, cabin crew and ground handling staff. The new route will commence operating from March 25, 2018.
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR TECH HEROES THE search is on for Dublin’s Tech Hero. Business membership
organisation, Guaranteed Irish is calling on individuals and businesses in Dublin to nominate their Tech Hero as part of the Guaranteed Irish Hero Awards. T h r o u g h o u t 2 017, Guaranteed Irish is championing exceptional individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to creating a better Ireland in their respective sectors. Members of the public are invited to nominate their Guaranteed Irish Tech Hero before the deadline of Friday October 13. To nominate your Guaranteed Irish Tech Hero, email info@guaranteedirish.ie before Friday, October 13 or use the dedicated hashtag: #GIhero on social media with your nomination.
PLENTY TO DO AT LITERATURE FESTIVAL THIS year’s Irish Language Literature Festival returns boasting a varied range of events, featuring talent from the Irish language arena. Taking place later this
month, with a spectrum of new and exciting children’s events plus their f lagship music event ‘The Promised Land: The Bruce Springsteen Project’ this year’s festival promises to be the biggest yet. For details of the full Festival Programme visit www.imram.ie. Pictured striking her ‘Rocky’ pose, from the film synonymous with Philadelphia City, was Mae McGreevy, Aer Lingus
TAYTO PARK TEAM UP TO HELP CHARITY
Cabin Crew. Picture: Jason Clarke
CYSTIC Fibrosis Ireland and Tayto Park have teamed up for this year’s Cystic Fibrosis Day on Saturday, October 14. On the day, €2 from each entry will be donated to the charity. The Tayto Park team will have an array of activities throughout the park as part of day. Visitors will be greeted by staff dressed in the charities branded t-shirts who will be providing information packs on the services and support Cystic Fibrosis Ireland provide. Raising much-needed funds for the charity, Tayto Park will have collections throughout the
day, with the Cystic Fibrosis Ireland team encouraging visitors to take part in their Straw Test which gives participants an indication of what breathing can be like for a person with cystic fibrosis. Participants will be encouraged to take a ‘Strawfie’, a selfie while taking the Straw Test to post on their social channels to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. For more information visit: www.taytopark.ie
DUBLIN GOES GREEK WITH FILM FESTIVAL THE third Dublin Greek Film Festival takes place from October 19 to 22 at Chester Beatty Library,
Filmbase and The Sugar Club. The Festival will be presenting cinematic visions of Greece through features, documentaries and shorts along with few special events. For more information about the programme visit the Festival’s website www.greekfilmfestival.ie
DUBLIN GOES GREEK WITH FILM FESTIVAL BE OUR guest… The Helix has announced that this year’s Christmas Panto will be the family favourite Beauty and the Beast, with Ireland’s premier tenor, Paul Byrom leading a superb cast in the production which
runs from November 24 to January 21. Bigger and better this year, TheatreworX Productions return to The Helix this Christmas for with their 10th anniversary show. Beauty and the Beast will begin an eight week run from November 24 to January 21, 2018. Tickets, priced from €19.50 (booking fees apply) and are on sale now from www.thehelix.ie and at The Helix Box Office. For more information, see www.thehelix.ie or call 01 700 7000.
ETHIOPIAN ART SHOW COMING TO DUBLIN IRISH NGO Ethiopiaid
Ireland will showcase the largest ever collection of Ethiopian art to visit Ireland in Smock Alley Theatre this weekend. The exhibition marks 15 years of charity work on health and women’s issues in Ethiopia Over 200 paintings from Ethiopian artists, celebrating the best of the A frican nation’s modern art, will go on display. The exhibition will open to the public from October 13 and will run until October 15. Proceeds from the sale of the Makush art pieces will go directly to Ethiopiaid Ireland.
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DOGS TRUST: TOP TIPS TO MAKE SURE THAT HALLOWEEN SCARES ARE KEPT TO A MINIMUM
Keeping your pet safe this Halloween EMMA NOLAN HALLOWEEN is a notoriously unsettling time for our four legged friends, after all how are they supposed to understand all these new loud noises, bright lights and ghoulish characters calling to the door. It’s no wonder dogs are at greater risk of injury or straying when they are feeling scared and confused by Halloween celebrations. Perhaps your dog takes it all in their stride, or maybe they are of a more
nervous disposition. Either way, Dogs Trust has put together some ways in which you can make sure that Halloween scares are kept to a minimum for your four legged friend. As for fireworks, they can make us all jump at times, so these sounds might take some getting used to for your pouch. You can do some sound training with your dog in the run up to Halloween to prepare them for Halloween night. “Sounds Scary” is an audio file that helps your
dog to become slowly accustomed to the sounds of fireworks over a period of weeks. It is not only backed by years of clinical experience; it is also scientifically proven to be safe, effective and easy to use. Visit dogstrust.ie to find out more. If your dog is feeling scared, there are a number of steps you can take to keep him calm
Keeping your Dog Safe this Halloween If your dog is feeling scared or nervous, there are some things you can do to help make sure they don’t get too upset or hurt themselves in a panic. Walk your dog before
it gets dark to avoid fireworks and flashing lights. Feed your dog before the fireworks begin, a stodgy meal might help them feel more full and relaxed. Provide a safe hiding
place for your dog indoors and close the curtains as many dogs are afraid of the flashing lights from fireworks, not just the noise they make. Turn up the volume on your TV or radio to drown
out scary noises. Do not leave your dog alone outdoors during the Halloween period, scared dogs might make attempts to escape and there is the danger of him being injured.
Make sure that your dog is wearing a collar and an ID tag and that his microchip details are up to date via www.fido.ie in case he escapes. For more tips and tricks visit dogstrust.ie.
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JAMES HENDICOTT THERE WERE A FEW months in 2005 when Philadelphia indie band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah were very much ‘the next big thing’. The brainchild of frontman Alec Ounsworth (who also writes all the music released under the moniker), the band’s prealbum demos made them one of the most vaunted of early internet hype bands. The eponymous debut album sold so well it needed a second pressing in weeks, with the presence of David Bowie at early shows only adding to the buzz. If you were feeling particularly harsh, you could argue things never got any better for Ounsworth. The self-titled debut is certainly a recognisable and memorable entity for any mid-00s indie fan, but follow up ‘Some Loud Thunder’ (2007) never reached the same highs, and the notoriety of the sound Ounsworth invented in his bedroom has only declined since. Ounsworth, though, is happy just doing his thing. “It was a little disconcerting,” he says of those early highs. “I felt like I had no control over what was going on. I had built a bit of a cult following around Brooklyn and New York at the time, but suddenly I went from playing shows to hundreds, to playing for thousands. “The second album was a bit of a reaction to overexposure. A lot of people had a lot of expectations of me, and I felt like it had nothing to do with me. I felt like I burnt out pretty quickly, and the first track in particular was a reaction to that. “While I wasn’t trying to alienate anyone, the first album wore me down. I wasn’t really bothered if anyone liked the second one. I did it for me.” The opening track on that second album Ounsworth’s referring to isn’t exactly subtle in its fame-rejecting credentials. ‘All this talking, you’d think I’d have something to say,’ he croons, adding ‘breaking glass, and pretending to start something big’. “I don’t measure things by the past anymore,” he explains. “I’m more comfortable with who I am now, and with the level of venues, and fame, that I’m at. “I won’t resist attention outright, but I feel like it has to be natural and honest, and it didn’t feel like that the first time around.” 2017 album The Tourist is like much of what Ounsworth’s done since that debut success. It sets aside the musical wants of anyone but the man himself, allowing him to return to his simple, self-examining musical roots. Publicly, that process has happened through a series of gigs in spaces no bigger than living rooms (in fact, many of them were very actually living rooms) alongside conventional tours, with Ounsworth focusing on “paring down” his music. The paring down element has been particularly difficult with ‘The Tourist’, given much of it features a very slightly offset repetition of Ounsworth’s vocal, difficult
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Indie Label Day
In a world where major labels aren’t quite such kings as they once were, the imaginative indie record label is again a rising force. Explore some of the best (and plenty of new music) at Whelan’s on October 14. Stalls in the afternoon, live music in the evening.
Hike for Mental Health
Wild Summits turn their talents for guided hillwalking to looking at mental health, with this free event in the Dublin DARA O’BRIAIN mountains. RETURNS TO VICAR STRE ET Check their Facebook page for details; small donations towards mental health charities encouraged. October 14
Swapsies
Swap Shop Do you need a new wardrobe, but don’t have a lot of cash to spare? Dig out that stuff you’re not wearing anymore and drag it down to Newmarket on October 14, for a mass clothing trade in and upcycling workshops.
Gaelforce Howth Summit 10km
A challenging running event for those who like their jogs muddy and steep, the Gaelforce series returns with a charge up to Howth Summit on October 14. There are plenty of good warm-down pubs nearby.
All City Graffiti Jam
Drop in on The Liberties’ Tivoli Theatre to watch some of Ireland’s finest street artists do their thing in a celebration of All City’s 10th anniversary. October 14, afternoon.
RHSI Floral Art Demonstration
An event for flower lovers complete with a demonstration by Beatrice Hartog comes to Airfield Urban Farm, near Dundrum Shopping Centre, where you can also see the cows milked and grab a great coffee. October 14.
Dara O’Briain to reproduce live. “I do structure songs to make them stand up in a live setting, even when they’re more complicated recorded,” Ounsworth explains. “The biggest challenge is the keyboard, and getting the vocals toned down. I have to pull back to the foundation of a song, really strip it back. “For the living room stuff, I decided that as a songwriter it was sometimes easier to have only a guitar and a melody, or keyboards, and just keep writing. I want to produce songs where you can just take it all out. “Fundamentally, I try to get as far as I can with an album before other people are
involved. Obviously they have to be involved at some stage, but that lets me bring things back to where I felt I was at the start. I did do an album in my own name, but the only fundamental difference is that I wrote that to be performed alone, rather than as a band.” As for his current direction? Despite appearances, it is very much an internal monologue. “I can see how bits of ‘The Tourist’ might seem like they’re about Trump,” Ounsworth jokes when we mention what seem to be abstract political references. “There’s a little too much for me in the news, and I’m not consciously about that. Most of the recording was finished before Trump won,
and I don’t think any of us were expecting it. “Still, I think it is obvious to people that I stand against him. I don’t really need to say it explicitly in my music.” With the obvious exceptions on ‘Some Loud Thunder’, being abstract yet relatable is very much a Clap Your Hands Say Yeah thing. It always has been. It’s just not about the fame: Ounsworth would just rather do it on his own terms. Clap Your Hands Say Yeah’s fifth album ‘The Tourist’ is out now. Second album ‘Some Loud Thunder’ is also set to be re-released shortly, ten years after its launch.
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One of Ireland’s finest comics returns to Vicar Street with a brand new show sure to have you in stitches. His latest offering is called ‘Voice of Reason’, and shows on October 19.
Le Galaxie perform ‘Apocalypse Now’
What do you get when you combine one of the greatest war films in history and Ireland’s best dance act? Our bet would be a hell of a night out. The Smithwick’s Soundtrack series comes to Whelan’s, October 13.
New album of the week
St Vincent - Masseduction The fifth studio album by Annie Clark promises to bring her artrock credentials back in force, as she explores “sex and drugs and sadness.” She comes to Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on October 20 and 21.
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DUBLINLIFE FASTNews Rio upgrade adds Motor Industry appeals for a positive Budget
THE SOCIETY of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) director general Alan Nolan has appealed to the Government that Budget 2018 must not carry any negatives that would harm our industry and that the motorist should not be burdened further in this week’s budget. “The motor industry is currently experiencing the impact of the UK’s Brexit decision that has driven-down the value of sterling and has resulted in increased numbers of used imports, of both cars and commercial vehicles,” Nolan said. “This is having a knock-on effect on the sales of both new cars and commercials and on Irish used vehicle values which have been reducing to compete with imports.” In its pre-Budget submission, SIMI had underlined the importance of cleaner diesel cars to rural Ireland and, despite a negative media commentary on the impact of diesel cars on air quality, SIMI says that much of this has been based on data from countries with older diesel fleets. Nolan added: “In Ireland the average diesel car is 5.7 years old and is fitted with a DPF. “Our diesel cars are so much younger because Irish consumers have only opted for diesel cars in significant numbers since the State encouraged them to do so to take advantage of the ability of diesel cars to deliver lower levels of CO2.”
Dublin region grows in motor industry importance OFFICIAL statistics released last week by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show that new car registrations for the month of September, were down 17% (3,916) when compared to (4,707) September 2016, while new cars registrations year to date remain down 10% (128,597) on the same period last year (143,211). New car sales in Dublin were 53,470 for the year to the end of September a 5.2% drop from the same period last year. Dublin accounted for 41.5% of all new cars sold in Ireland in 2017, up from 39% of total sales in 2016, reflecting the importance of the Dublin region in the national car market. Year-to-date registrations of new commercial vehicles also saw a 14% decrease across the country, while the fall in the registrations in the Dublin region was just 4%. The importance of the Dublin region for light commercial vehicle registrations is noted by the fact that Dublin accounted for 42.5% of all light commercial vehicle registrations in Ireland for the first nine months of 2017, up from 38% last year.
Kia has refreshed the look inside and outside on the popular Rio car that was the only Kia ever to achieve the accolade of being Ireland’s Car of the Year. MICHAEL MORONEY reviews the latest Rio in petrol form, which is achieving growing market awareness around Dublin city and county.
THE Kia brand is seen some of the new as one of the newcomtechnology features ers on the Irish car included. Engine 1.2 litre market, which makes The dashboard it somewhat of a surlines are more horiEngine power 85hp prise that the latest zontal than before 0 – 100km/hr 13.8 seconds generation Kia Rio is with a cleaner look. Economy 21m/litre in fact it’s fourth. There is a centre (4.8/100km or 59mpg) For Kia the Rio is screen mounted in Fuel Tank Capacity 45 litres a very important car the middle of the CO2 emissions 109g/km in Ireland as it is one dashboard that’s of the brand’s best more angled for the Road Tax Band A3 €190 sellers. driver and comes Main Service 15,000km/12 months The Rio upgrade with high resolution Euro NCAP Rating 5 Star 2017 adds more safety with features. Warranty 7 years/150,000km style. The car is marThe overall interior Entry Price €15,950 keted as a large superlook is more modern mini with the previous and the heater congeneration model achieving the these measurements with a lower trols are more compact and fitted accolade of being the Irish Car of stance on the road and you’ll dis- below this. You’ll instantly know the Year, in its day. cern a more modern look to the that you’re driving an updated Take a passing glance at the Rio latest Rio. and more modern car. and you’ll probably ask what’s It’s on the inside that you’ll Petrol engines are making gradnew? The overall external dimen- notice the big changes if you are ual comeback in this segment of sions might look the same when an existing Rio driver. the car market and that’s why my in fact it is marginally longer with The cabin area has been com- test drive of the new Rio with its an extended wheelbase and short- pletely changed with better layout entry level 1.25 litre petrol engine, er overhangs at the rear. Combine of the controls to accommodate proved interesting to drive.
Kia Rio petrol
Competitive pricing for new SEAT Arona SEAT Ireland has revealed pricing for the new SEAT Arona compact crossover car, ahead of its arrival in the Irish market in November. Prices for the entry level S model of the Seat Arona range start at €17,995. The SEAT Arona is the brand’s third new model release in 2017, after the upgraded Leon and the new Ibiza. A new seven seat version of the Ateca will be released in late 2018. Like the Leon, Ateca
and Ibiza, the new Seat Arona offers S, SE, FR & Xcellence trims. The new SEAT Arona has all of the driving assistance and infotainment systems from other SEAT models, such as Front Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Hill Hold control, Fatigue Detection, Rain and Headlight Sensors, Multi-Collision Brake, Keyless Entry and Start System, precise and high-quality rear camera, premium 8” black panel touch screen, and wireless charger with GSM
Entry prices start at €15,950 for the base 1.2 litre petrol engine versions rising to €19,950 for the top of the range diesel versions
This engine is rated at 85bhp and 122Nm at a relatively high engine speed. Kia has a new smaller three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine on the way for the Rio that packs more power and torque and at lower revs. That’s an option that merits serious thought for the future, but it’s not yet available here in Ireland. Out on the road, the petrol powered Rio performs smoothly
signal amplifier, Rear Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection and the Park Assistance System, which works for both parallel and angle parking. All of the engines available in the new Seat Arona range have direct injection, a turbocharger and feature an automatic stop & start system. There are three petrol engines to choose from, all with an aluminium block along with two diesel engine choices.
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Citroen offers free equipment upgrades for 181 C4 Picasso THE Citroen C4 Picasso, the
starting from €32,820, offers
available with more trim offer-
what Citroen claims is an addi-
ings to bring more style and
tional €1,600 worth of added
comfort to the MPV segment.
extras compared with the
drivers in diesel power for the near future, at least, until the arrival of the new turbopetrol version with more power and claims of impressive economy figures. Kia claims that this new Rio is one of the safest cars in its class because of the new package of Kia’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These come in the higher specification models and along with six airbags and a lighter but stronger steel structure,
ensured a 5 star Euro NCAP rating for the car. Given the new upgrade along with the 7 year warranty, Kia buyers are sure to stick with the brand value and now the higher specification. For those looking for a well-equipped car with good space and a host of new modern features, the Kia offer remains solid and consider the option of the new generation turbo-petrol models on the way.
Drive your car for work – some basic checks needed NEW research has found that many business travellers across Ireland who drive their own cars for work, the so-called ‘grey fleet’, do not always carry out basic safety checks on their vehicles. This, and a range of other findings from the survey, should be of key concern to employers as there are legal responsibilities on employers whose employees use their own cars for work-related travel. The research which was carried out by Enterprise Rent-A-Car found that 58% of grey fleet drivers do not undertake any regular maintenance checks themselves on their cars.
When asked why they didn’t, nearly a third (32%) said that they expected ‘the car to tell them if something was wrong’ and 27% said ‘that’s what car services and the NCT are for’. One in six (17%) simply expected modern cars to work. Even more (39%) have never checked their tyre tread, almost a third (31%) have not looked at engine oil levels and some 35% have never checked if their brake lights are working. Almost a third (32%) admit they have never even opened the car bonnet and a similar number don’t cur-
rently know if their car has a usable spare tyre. The survey also looked at how grey f leet drivers behave when they’re preparing for a trip of 150 km or more. It revealed that 42% don’t check that they have enough fuel and more than half (51%) don’t do any basic safety checks on their vehicle. In addition, almost two-thirds (63%) don’t plan for breaks at least every two hours, even though road safety organisations agree that regular breaks on long trips are vital to maintain driver focus and concentration.
outgoing Feel grade. These extras
levels available on its C4 Picasso
include half-leather trim, mas-
and Grand C4 Picasso models,
sage front seats, electric power
offering its most popular extras,
tailgate and electric reclining
under two streamlined levels,
front leg rests.
the entry level Touch, and the
the higher fuel usage zone. That’s why for me the notion of careful steady driving can show results in a petrol car such as the Kia Rio. For most Irish Rio buyers the 1.4 litre turbo-diesel engine has been the most popular and for good reason. The economy difference is significant giving a 25% advantage to the diesel version for a 10% price difference. I expect that difference will keep more Rio
The Feel Exclusive models,
brand’s top selling MPV is now
Citroen has enhanced the trim
and quietly. The five-speed gearbox is neither exciting nor demanding, giving easy driving pleasure, especially for city driving. That makes this an easy car to drive, with modest rated economy figures of 21m/litre (4.8/100km or 59mpg). Pushing the car into the higher engine rev zone will give obvious fuel economy penalties and that was noticeable with motorway driving as the five-speed gearbox edged the car into
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For added comfort and safety,
new Feel Exclusive. In addition,
the optional Techno Pack is intro-
Citroen is introducing the award-
duced on the Feel Exclusive trim
winning PureTech 130 engine to
level, at €1,650, which provides
the new Feel Exclusive grade, in
all the Feel Exclusive trim has to
manual and automatic versions
offer, plus keyless access and
in response to customer demand
safety features, including lane
which has seen the trend shift
keeping assist, speed limit infor-
towards petrol sales.
mation, smart beam and drive
The entry level Touch trim,
attention alert. The Citroen deal
from €29,995, now comes with
includes 5-year warranty, 5 star
privacy glass and height adjust-
EURO NCAP rating and 3-years’
able passenger seats.
roadside assistance.
Citroen has added a host of free extra features for the 181 range of the C4 Picasso and C4 Grand Picasso to add to their MPV appeal.
Insist on autonomous braking
PRIVATE and fleet car buyers should to insist on autonomous emergency braking (AEB) when they buy their next new car because it’s a measure which could save many lives on our roads. Safety should take priority and be a deal breaker with your next new car, according to a coalition of road safety and motor industry bodies in the UK. AEB systems apply the brakes to avoid an impending crash with another vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist. This indicates that these systems of pedestrian and cyclist sensing AEB, could potentially save many lives and thousands of casualties over the next ten years. AEB systems have been demonstrated to reduce the number and severity of accidents, and can therefore contribute to a further reduction in casualties on Irish roads. It will be fitted as standard on new vehicles from the early 2020’s but until then new car buyers should give priority to cars that are fitted with pedestrian and cyclist AEB. By choosing vehicles fitted with pedestrian and cyclist sensing AEB and rated as 5 for safety by Euro CAP, drivers can be confident that they are doing their bit to keep our roads the safest in the world.
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SINCE opening its doors on Grafton Street last year, & Other Stories has fast become a staple in every Dublin ladies wardrobe. The brand’s elegant wear ability has positioned it as a must have on every fashion lover’s radar, the fact that it’s affordable makes it even better. With so much of our inspiration coming from Instagram these days, & Other Stories teamed up with a number of insta icons to showcase its Autumn/Winter 2017 collection. They invited seven women with must-follow Instagram accounts, Candice Lake, Laura Bailey, Jan Quammie, Sarah Nait, Camille Charriere, Laberiane Ponton and Maria Bernad to the design atelier in Paris to explore the new collection and create their very own styling stories. “Street style is a perfect way to express your feelings and personality outwardly — without explanation. As a photographer, street style is a visual explosion of the senses — one of my favourite things to shoot!,” says Candice Lake. Shop the collection in store on Grafton Street or on stories. com.
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Young Designer of the Year 2017 Niamh Finn with the winning design
The search is on for Ireland’s next up and coming bridal designer DO you have what it takes to be 2018’s Young Designer of the Year? The search is on to find Ireland’s next up and coming bridal designer. If you are a fashion student, young designer or even a creative individual aged below 25 then Wedding Journal wants to hear from you. Young designers are invited to submit a mood board, outlining their design for a wedding dress. From the mood boards ten finalists will be picked and entered into an online voting competition where the public will choose their favourite design. The five designers with the most votes will be asked to create their dresses to be modelled on the catwalk at the Spring 2018 Wedding Journal Shows in Dublin and Belfast. The overall winner will be crowned live on stage and will receive an exclusive profile in Ireland’s Wedding Journal. To enter, submit your ideas in the form of an A3 mood board by Friday, October 27. On the back clearly state your address, university or college name (if applicable), phone number, email address and date of birth. Entries should be delivered to: Beth Mason, Ireland’s Wedding Journal, Penton Publications, 38 Heron Road, Belfast, BT3 9LE. Applicants must be 25 or under on October 28 2017.
A TOUCH OF SPICE THE ONE and only Victoria Beckham was in Dublin last week to launch her latest collection with Estee Lauder. The former Spice Girl was on hand to show customers the new make-up range and to discover the new designs from Victoria Beckham Ready-to-Wear, and its sister line, Victoria, Victoria Beckham. Speaking on the day, Victoria said: “I always love coming to Ireland, and I’m thrilled to back at Brown Thomas to celebrate my new collection
with Estee Lauder. This capsule really reflects my personal beauty vision, with lots of incredible new products, textures and shades - all inspired by my favourite cities in the world. “I can’t wait to share it with my customers here today!” The Victoria Beckham Estee Lauder makeup collection is available from Brown Thomas, w w w.brownthomas. com, www.esteelauder. co.uk, & www.victoriabeckham.com
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GOURMET Food Parlour is offering Dublin Gazette readers the chance to WIN an exciting dining experience for a group of 5 friends to try out the brand new evening menu at their stunning restaurants in Swords, Dun Laoghaire or Santry. With fantastic décor and an exciting new evening menu with small and large plates using locally sourced ingredients, the evening meal for five people at any of the Gourmet Food Parlour restaurants include prosecco on arrival, a delicious four-course meal to whet your taste buds and bespoke cocktails for the group.
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SAVOUR KILKENNY: GET YOUR TASTEBUDS READY FOR WHAT PROMISES TO BE A ‘FESTIVAL OF FIRSTS’
30,000 foodies can’t be wrong... OVER 30,000 visitors are expected to enjoy Savour Kilkenny – Festival of Food 2017, for the four-day culinary celebration that runs from Friday, October 27 until Monday the 30th. This year’s event promises to be a festival of firsts, with a host of fantastic new explorations that will appeal to everyone in the family. T h e e ve r- p o p u l a r Neven Maguire will show how to ‘Cook Italian for friends and family’, while younger fans will love the fusion of food and science with ‘Foodoppi’. If you’re planning to
go down for the fourday foodie spectacular, be sure to take time to explore the Medieval Food and Craft Village and enjoy a Highbank Orchards Gin Masterclass; or chat with the inspirational Anna May McHugh; or get out of town for a Mushroom Hunt at the School of Food, not forgetting taking a chance to hone your craft skills with a ‘make your own wooden spoon’ class. Recipe Back in the town, Simon Delaney will showcase recipes from his new cookbook, ‘Sim-
ply Simon’s Diner’ with River Cottage presenting ‘Smoking & Curing - from snout to tail’. Another delightful addition to the programme at this year’s Festival showcases local produce at its very best when Taste Kilkenny Food Producers come together for a Pop-Up Culinary Showcase – ‘The Menu’ with five mouth-wateringly scrumptious signature meals. Along with the Street Feast Team, Artisan food producers will be on hand over the weekend to answer questions and chat about what makes good food great.
Kilkenny has always a popular staycation destination for Dubliners, but with the added attraction of the country’s best food producers, this is a festival not to be missed
Also new is the first H e r o B u y e r Aw a r d , which will be presented by Helen Carroll of
RTÉ’s Ear to the Ground and T V Chef Stuar t O’Keeffe as the new award looks to honour
Restaurants, cafés and food retailers as the life blood of local food producers and their dedica-
tion to local food. With over 100 events, mostly free, and 100 s t a l l h o l d e r s S avo u r Kilkenny features two chef demo areas, as well as The Global Kitchen, the largest Craft Brewers and Distillers Pavilion, and events at Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House and the new Medieval Mile Museum, with a finale in Thomastown on Monday, October 30th. Kilkenny is the place to be for a wealth of entertainment over the October bank holiday weekend – don’t miss it. For the full festival programme visit www. savourkilkenny.com
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THE GOLDEN CIRCLE Just misses the mark
WHILE Kingsman was generally well received, it’s sequel, The Golden Circle (Cert 16, 141 mins) looks set to be ... not so much. While the first film was a fun, daft antitode on dour spy films, the sequel – pitting the survivors of a secret British spy organisation alongside American counterparts to take on a new enemy – often looks great, but misfires a bit as it aims at genre conventions.
VICTORIA AND ABDUL Royally average fare
QUEEN Vic – the original, not the fictional East End boozer – was a fascinating, complex lady, but Victoria and Abdul (Cert PG, 112 mins) doesn’t do the legendary monarch next door many favours. Based on the true story of the elderly queen’s friendship with a young Indian clerk, it’s a film that’s high on luvviedom, but low on interest. It’s not terrible, but there’ve been plenty of better films about ’er maj.
DUNKIRK
The stuff of legends STILL lingering at some screens, Dunkirk (Cert 12A, 106 mins) takes us back to the infamous and desperate evacuation of British troops from Dunkirk in the early years of World War 2. Although the enemy is never really seen, its distant presence beyond the horizon slowly becomes tangibly more terrifying for the trapped soldiers, as the daring plan to rescue them unfolds. A gripping film.
BLADE RUNNER 2049: A STAGGERING VISUAL ACHIEVEMENT
A perfect sequel that lives up to the promise THIRTY-FIVE years separate Ridley Scott’s sci-fi masterpiece, Blade Runner, and this, Denis Villeneuve’s hotly anticipated sequel, Blade Runner 2049. In the intervening years, the question at the core of the original, based on the novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? By Philip K. Dick, has been debated back and forth by sci-fi junkies the world over – a question I won’t allude to here, for those of you who, God forbid, haven’t seen the original… Now, following sci-fi critical success with last year’s Arrival and his acclaimed narco-thriller Sicario (2015), Villeneuve is burdened with the task of finally providing an answer. Topping many a “Greatest Ever” list, Blade Runner is a tough act to follow – easily one of the most beloved, cerebral and uniquely atmospheric science fiction films ever made.
MARTIN MACNAMARA
Howe ve r, t h e F r e n c h Canadian filmmaker has proven himself a worthy successor to Ridley, offering up a truly exceptional modern masterpiece, a breathtaking marvel to behold – a spectacle unlike anything that’s graced the big screen. Certainly, 2049 takes all its narrative, tonal and visual cues from Scott’s original, but Villeneuve shapes those inimitable inspirations into something genuine and fresh. This film is not without its occasional flaws, stretching the narrative logic a little too thin in places. However, 2049 is so unequalled a cinematic experience, one can – and should –
overlook those slight inconsistencies. Needless to say, if you haven’t seen the original Blade Runner, you’ve got some urgent homework; you’ll be lost in the flood here, and while the visual feast may ver y well be a sumptuous one, 2049 will be hard work for the uninitiated. As all promotional material has revealed, Harrison Ford returns as the iconic Deckard – however, it’s Ryan Gosling taking up the mantle of the titular Blade Runner here. Set in a future LA where artificial humans – replicants – are hunted by Blade Runners, Gosling uncovers a secret that has the potential to send the already fractured dystopian society into turmoil. To reveal anymore would be an unnecessary disservice, this is just as much a dark, gritty detective story as the original, and while all audiovisual bombast may render it
a little less film noir-ish than its predecessor, the core joy of 2049 is in all its captivating intrigue and mystery. Villeneuve has assembled a cast that inflect each step in this story with real, human emotion (regardless of their artificiality) – except perhaps for Jared Leto, who predictably hams it up in every scene he invades. Ruthless
Sylvia Hoeks does a far better job in the adversary department, portraying a ruthless, sinister replicant on a mission. There seemed to have been some unfortunate behindthe-scenes drama in the latter stages of post-production, as composer Johan Johannsson was dismissed, with the reigns being handed to Hollywood favourite Hans Zimmer, alongside Benjamin Walfisch. In a film full of triumphs, this is perhaps the only disappointment.
Johannsson has proved himself a wonderful film composer through his previous work with Villeneuve, and was set to produce a score highly informed by Va n g e l i s ’ u n f o r g e t t a b l e themes for the original. T he barrage of disso nant synths we get instead is something special, but a million miles from the jazzy electronics of the original. A shame, considering this is just as much a neo-noir. A minor gripe, however in this grittier dystopia, perhaps a more ominous score is needed; Blade Runner 2049 is an audiovisual spectacle that has to be seen - and heard - to be believed. This is one of that rarest of breeds, a perfect sequel, one that lives up to the promise of the original and justifies its existence with a plethora of fresh ideas. Just don’t let those ideas be wasted - see the original first!
Verdict: 9/10
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THE MOUNTAIN BETWEEN US
Survival adventure STRANDED on a mountain after a tragic plane crash, two strangers must work together to endure the extreme elements of the remote, snow-covered terrain. Realizing that help is not on the way, they embark on a perilous journey across hundreds of miles of wilderness. Stars Idris Elba and Kate Winslet (Cert 12A, 103 mins).
AMERICAN MADE
Trumps Tom’s last turkey WHILE Tom Cruise fans are probably still shouting “Oh, mummy!” after his recent colossal flop, American Made (Cert 15A, 115 mins) sees the Cuisemeister back on top form. Based on a real story, Cruise does what he does best, turning in a lovable rogue character as a pilot and hustler who gets caught up in running a huge, covert sting operation for the CIA. Daft as it is, it’s an entertaining return to form.
WIND RIVER
Casts a cold eye forth LAST but not least, last week’s film review, Wind Wiver (Cert 16, 107 mins) takes a look at the colder, darker side of Americana. A murder in a Native American reservation leads to a slowly moving investigation, with the death of the American dream for far too many in the frame as much as its freezing landscapes and characters who’ve slowly lost their way. A decent, interesting film.
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FastSport SPECIAL OLYMPICS: DUBLIN 15 THE CENTRAL HUB FOR 1,600 ATHLETES ATKINSON GETS FIRST IRISH SENIOR CALL-UP: SHELBROUNE Ladies winger Isibeal Atkinson has received her first Republic of Ireland senior call-up following her impressive form for the women’s Under-17s in their recent unbeaten qualifying group campaign against Bosnia & Herzegovina, Romania and Greece. She is included in Colin Bell’s panel for their qualifier against Slovakia on October 24. Strikers Stephanie Roche and Aine O’Gorman have both been ruled out through injury. Head coach Bell said: “I’m delighted to welcome Isibeal Atkinson into the squad, her first senior call-up and I’m sure she’ll relish the experience. She’s really impressed me during the home-based training sessions as well as our time in Bosnia with the Under-17s, and I think she will benefit from training with the senior squad.” Peamount’s Heather Payne and Amber Barrett, UCD’s Clare Walsh and Karen Duggan a quarter of Shels are also included.
National Sports Campus the base for 2018 Ireland Games
STEPHEN FINDLATER sport@dublingazette.com
THE new Sport Ireland National Sports Campus in Blanchardstown will play host to the 2018 Special Olympics Ireland Games, it was confirmed this week. The Games will take place over four days from Thursday, June 14 to Sunday, June 17. In what will be one of the largest sporting events to take place in Ireland next year, 1,600 Special Olympics athletes from throughoutIreland will travel to Dublin. They will be accompanied by 600 coaches and official delegates and 3,000 family members and supporters. The Games will be supported by a team of 2,500 volunteers who will be recruited from Dublin and beyond over the coming months. All-Ireland winner Dean Rock said that Special Olympics will be counting on the support of everyone to make the 2018 Games a success. “We’re here to mark something very special – the Special Olympics Ireland Games coming back to Dublin in June 2018,” Rock said at the launch. “They were last here in 2002, a
Natalya Coyle,Rebecca McAuley and Dean Rock at this week’s Ireland Games launch . Picture: Eoin Noonan/Sportsfile
year before the World Games took place in Dublin in 2003. It was an amazing time and had such an impact on communities across Ireland. But, as in 2002 and 2003, Special Olympics needs each and every one of us to get on board.” Olympic pentathlete Natalya Coyle, also an ambassador for Special Olympics, added that local support would be essential
to making the Games a success. “Each of these athletes will have worked extremely hard at club and regional level to reach these prestigious Games. It is now up to each and every one of us to show them the support they deserve. “I call on everyone to get behind these Games by volunteering so that we can give these inspiring athletes the pro-
fessional and comprehensive Games experience they deserve. Without volunteers these Games cannot happen.” Athlete Face of the Games Rebecca McAuley cannot wait for it to come around: “Being part of Special Olympics means so much to me. My training has given me skills I can use into everyday life. I can’t wait to represent my region at these Games,
so please help support us.” The 1,600 athletes will compete in 13 sports in venues throughout Dublin with one venue in Meath and Kildare. The NSC will host six sports; badminton, basketball, bocce, football, gymnastics, swimming and the non-competitive motor activities training programme. Across the city, Morton Stadium will host the athletics competitions, Cherry Orchard Equestrian Centre will host equestrian, the Irish Wheelchair Association facility in Clontarf will host table tennis, St Margaret’s Golf Course the golf, the Leisureplex in Blanchardstown will host bowling, pitch and putt will take place at the Royal Meath Pitch and Putt Club, kayaking will be at Salmon Leap in Leixlip and the open water swimming event location is still to be confirmed. A total of 2,500 volunteers will be required to ensure the successful staging of these Games a major volunteer recruitment campaign for the Games is now underway. If you wish to volunteer for the 2018 Special Olympics Ireland Games, check out www.specialolympics.ie for full information.
Sallynoggin’s Kelly makes confident pro boxing debut sport@dublingazette.com
Karl Kelly with his team following his pro debut.
KARL Kelly got his professional debut off to a successful start by recording a points victory over Pole Damian Lawniczak at the National Stadium in Dublin last weekend. The 22-year-old lightweight, who boxes out of St Margaret’s BC in Sallynoggin, was fighting on Red Promotions’ Champions Elect card and won the bout after the judges returned a score line of 39-36. Lawniczak has proved in the past to be no pushover despite
winning just four of his 29 fights to date. Kelly did send his opponent crashing to the canvas in the second round following a powerful hook to the body but Lawniczak managed to get back to his feet. “It was tough, he was a lot trickier than I expected,” Kelly told Irish-Boxing.com after the fight. “He brought it to the table and made work for me, he was tricky, kept coming in with his head, but I covered everything. “My team, whatever they said, I did. I was happy to get him down in the second. It was a
good debut, I wanted to be tested.” Kelly also spoke about his first experience of wearing the smaller eight ounce gloves and the prognosis was positive. “My God, the lads gave me eight ounce gloves and I put them on and do you know what it reminded me of? You know those little gloves you get for your rearview mirror? It reminded me of them. “There’s nothing in them, it was a push to get into my gloves with my wraps on. I could feel the extra two ounces in it, the
extra pump. “It’s professional boxing, we’re not here to mess and it’s not going to be easy.” Fellow Dubliner Craig O’Brien also recorded a points victory at the event as he continued his fine form since his return to the ring with a win over Frenchman Alain Alfred – walking away with the BUI Celtic light middleweight title in the process. The inner-city star who boxes out of the Celtic Warrior Gym in Corduff has now landed his maiden title with the first professional bout of his career.
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Loreto derby delight as they see off Monkstown STEPHEN FINDLATER
LORETO won their derby tie with HermesMonkstown as they ran up a 4-0 success at the Merrion Fleet Arena, making it four points from six to date for the Beaufort club in the women’s EY Hockey League. After a scoreless first quarter, Mia Jennings (pictured above) – a member of the Dublin ladies football panel that won All-Ireland glory last week – broke the deadlock with a classy effort before Niamh Small made it 2-0 at half-time. Lily Lloyd went close for Hermes-Monkstown to get one back but a super confident and composed Ali Meeke strike stretched the lead to 3-0 before Siofra O’Brien got a nice touch to finish off goal number four and a strong victory. UCD bounced back from their first defeat in 20 games, producing a devastating performance to beat Belfast Harlequins 6-1. After a tight, goal-less first quarter, UCD blew the game right open in the second with Sorcha Clarke making a great run down the middle into the D before firing home. Orla Patton doubled up from a corner soon after and Emma Russell’s individual skills landed a third for 3-0 in jig-time. Zoe Wilson got one back from the penalty spot before half-time, her second of the season but it was brief respite. Anna Richardson made it 4-1 in the fourth quarter and a Deirdre Duke cracker on her reverse put UCD well out of range. A great cross from Richardson saw Abbie Russell slide home the sixth. Trinity claimed their first win ever in the EY Hockey League thanks to a battling 2-1 win over Pembroke at Santry Avenue as first half goals from Erika Markey and Sally Campbell proved vital. The game came alive in the second quarter with Rachel Burns firing a warning shot and her side took the lead on the counter through Markey, reacting quickest to a parried shot. Sally Campbell then reacted quickest to a corner drag-flick to make it 2-0 at the break, an advantage kept in place by Carolyn Crampton. Pembroke got back in the tie when former Trinity player Eanna Horan scored a well-worked corner goal but the students held on for a share of the spoils.
Gillick to lead warm-up at latest parkrun venue European indoor 400m gold medalist tells GAZETTE SPORT how the simple running initiative got him active once again, giving a major boost for his mental health and well-being KARL GRAHAM sport@dublingazette.com
DAVID Gillick is encouraging more people to get involved with exercise as he prepares for the Malahide parkrun this Saturday. The Ballinteer runner won European Indoor gold and World Indoor bronze during his glittering career and is now a VHI ambassador and has teamed up with them for the new partnership with parkrun Ireland. Parkruns have really taken off in Ireland and Gillick himself has attributed the initiative with him falling back in love with running after initially retiring four years ago. “When I packed in athletics, I wanted nothing to do with it. I’d had enough of it. You go through a phase of thinking will I go for a run; maybe I’ll get out and try and get fit. I started going out for a run by myself but I hated
it because I found it a bit boring. I was very hit and miss for that reason. “I then decided, one Saturday morning, to go up to Marlay Park for a run. There was people coming from all angles. That’s when I realised it was the park run. I’d heard about it from the UK but I wasn’t aware it was happening here in Ireland. “The following week I went up and did my first parkrun. It was simple running and there were no airs and graces. It didn’t matter what level you were at, from distance runners to somebody who just wanted to get out and walk the dog or push the buggy. “It had a huge impact on not only my physical wellbeing, but also my mental wellbeing. It helped relieve some stress in terms of retirement and in terms of what I was going to do next.” Gillick has battled
mental illness himself and believes physical exercise can prove vital when it comes to improving mental health. “There is a lot of research into exercise and how it can help with mental health. I think it gives people something to work towards and I think it’s something that gives people a platform to get out. I think in terms of exercise it can be hard for somebody who hasn’t exercised before; what do they do? Where do they go? It can be really awkward if you want to join a team or club and you go up and you are a bit of spare wheel.” Gillick has also worked with schools to help educate kids about the importance of exercise and the right diet. “We need to have a go at changing the culture and educating the importance of exercise. Not just in terms of PE, but also the wider elements such
as the importance of a good diet and exercise. I think that is something that hasn’t been the case over the last few years. “To be fair, we tend to throw everything back at schools. As parents, we need to make opportunities for our kids and teach them the value of a healthy lifestyle. Even the park runs are tapping into that because we have junior park runs taking place.” Rather than focus on just one career, Gillick has dabbled in different sectors since moving on from athletics. He was named as chair of the Olympic Council of Ireland Athletes Commission in June and has also done some work with RTE; including interviewing Paul and Gary O’Donovan “Those lads are mad. They are great craic and
a pleasure to interview because they just keep giving. They are great fun but they are also very professional in what they do and you don’t become world champions or Olympic silver medallists without working really hard.” Gillick will be running in the Malahide 5k on Saturday, which is free to enter. He will be on hand to lead the warm up and to help participants refuel after their morning exercise. Vhi will be providing a selection of healthy snacks in the Vhi Relaxation Area at the finish line. parkrun Ireland support local communities in organising free, weekly, timed 5k runs every Saturday at 9.30am. parkrun events are open to all ages and abilities. To register for a parkrun near you, visit www.parkrun.ie.
David Gillick leading a warm-up at a special Vhi event at the Kilkenny parkrun in September .
David Gillick and Olympian Mick Clohisey lead the field out at
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the St Anne’s parkrun. Picture: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
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SOCCER: CELTIC UNDER-12S REMAIN UNBEATEN SINCE APRIL
Blue Bulls unable to build on great start RAINEY Old Boys made it three wins on the trot with a runaway 42-10 success at home to MU Barnhall at Hatrick Park, running in four final quarter tries, with the result leaving them just four points off the summit. It was a Jekyll and Hyde performance from Barnhall in the first half. They established an early stranglehold of the scrum, forcing a penalty try and then holding Rainey scoreless from a series of penalties that were kicked to the corner. However, things began to unravel for them as half-time approached. After a superb strike from Simon Gillespie gave them a 10-6 lead in response to two Andrew Magrath efforts, the Blue Bulls leaked a try to Ulster Under19 back Michael O’Neill who scored via a Magrath cross-field kick. Out-half Magrath converted and also landed a late penalty to give John Andrews’ men a 16-10 buffer at the break, his fourth successful place-kick coming on the back of a powerful surge from Paul Pritchard,who carried strongly in the absence of Tim Barker and Tommy O’Hagan, and Barnhall’s second sinbinning (backs Michael Mellett and Matthew Alborough both saw yellow). Worse followed for the Kildare men early in the second half when full-back Mellett picked up his second yellow for a late challenge on Rainey centre Josh McIlroy. Magrath missed the resulting penalty and Alborough returned to the pitch before Ronan McCusker had a comfortable finish for Rainey’s second try 21-10. The home side were able to add three converted tries during the closing stages to put 14-man Barnhall to the sword. Winger Nicholas Stirling’s chip through set up a lineout in an advanced position and crisp passing across the backs created a seven-pointer for centre Damien McMurray. Barnhall’s attempts to respond were foiled by an ankle tap from Rainey scrum half Jason Bloomfield, clearing the way for McIlroy to close out the scoring with a well-taken brace of tries. Replacement Peter Stewart and South African hooker Brad Roberts earned plaudits for their build-up play, while Magrath topped up his kicking haul to 17 points.
The Esker Celtic Under-8 Orange team were part of the “Show Racism the Red Card” campaign last weekend
Esker showing their A game sport@dublingazette.com
ESKER Celtic’s DDSL Under-12A side won their west Dublin derby against Mark’s Celtic 2-0 in a top quality tie that keeps them in the hunt for the title as they look to chase down Peamount United. Marks were the last team to beat the Esker side in a league fixture back in April so they knew it was a potentially tough tie. In blustery conditions, both teams cancelled each other out but, perhaps, Marks had the better of the early exchanges. The first real opportunity fell to the busy Finn Curran but was thwarted
by the excellent Marks number one, keeping it scoreless at half-time Esker started the second half brightly and pressed for the opener. Midway through the second half the ball broke to the excellent Bolu Oyadina following good work by Aaron Warfield and Kane Casey. Oyadina let rip from just inside the box to the keeper’s bottom left, 1-0 to Esker. Celebrations followed but a change of shape was required to see this game out. Marks continued to cause problems, however, defensively through Michael Keegan, Jamie McEvoy, Luke O’Boyle
LEINSTER LEADERS Tallaght minis on show at big provincial clash TALLAGHT RFC were among the teams who
took part in the half-time minis matches during the PRO14 Round 6 match between Leinster and Munster at the Aviva Stadium last Saturday. They were joined by teams from Wexford Wanderers, Skerries and Birr rugby club in between the main event in which the home provice won out 23-17 thanks to two tries from Rob O’Loughlin. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile
and Reece Murphy, Esker looked in control. In the dying minutes Esker made it 2-0 following a defensive error by Marks through the lively Gerard Canning, who was on hand to slot home. In showing excellent grit and determination, the three points were secured and they move to within three points of leaders Peamount United but they have played four extra games at this stage. It means a strong finish to the season could see the Lucan club celebrating even more in a couple of weeks time. Elsewhere, it was a busy weekend all round for the various Esker Under-8
sides with the Orange outfit “Showing Racism the Red Card” ahead of their game against Saint Francis. The Under-8 red team played out a cracker against Leicester Celtic. Esker started as they meant to go on with Evan White opening the scoring with a fine header. Esker dominated early on with Max Kelly and Andrew Condron marshalling their midfield. Rian Connolly showed a safe pair of hands in goal and a fine cross set up Conor Mullen for a well taken second goal for Esker. The second game saw Alex Kennedy score from
a fine move involving Josh Blake and Asa Daly and highlighted Esker’s versatility as Jayden Parsons and Conor Mullen swapping teams and Rian Connolly playing now as striker scoring and maintaining a high standard of football. The third game saw Esker and Leicester win one each, the highlight being an audacious 15 yard chip over the Leicester keeper by Andrew Condron. Again, Esker moved players for the fourth game which saw Ben Connolly play at the back and Max Kelly as striker and Esker secured the win with both scoring.
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Collinstown are continuing the good times following promotion last season in the LSL.
Collinstown follow the winning trail to Carlow LEINSTER JUNIOR CUP Dolmen Celtic 1 Collinstown 2 sport@dublingazette.com
COLLINSTOWN FC progressed to the third round of the Leinster Junior Cup after they beat Dolmen Celtic 2-1 at VEC, Carlow last weekend. Ian McNeill was the hero for Kevin Carroll’s side after he found the net with a long range lob 15 minutes from time. The Dublin side took the lead in the first half before the home side levelled from the spot with 20 minutes remaining. Reigning champions Collinstown went into the game as heavy favourites having also won the Polikoff Cup and finished top of their league to gain promo-
tion to the LSL Major Sunday last season. They have started this season in good fashion winning two and drawing one of their opening three league games and last week reaching the third round of the FAI Junior Cup after a resounding 6-2 win over Belgard Athletic. S o m e wo u l d h ave expected Collinstown to make lighter work of Dolmen but they were made to fight hard for their victory. The Carlow side may only be a year into their existence but they held their own for large periods of the game and on another day could have even caused a shock. The opening period of the game was a scrappy affair with little by way of attractive football on show. Chances were
hard to come by with the first big chance of the match going the way of Dolmen after the referee pointed to the spot. However, not for the first time Ross Costigan saved his team by making a great save from 12 yards.
Struggle Both teams struggled create anything in the final third of the pitch but Collinstow n did manage to find the net before half-time. The goal came from the head of Matthew Cullen after the centre back got on the end of a corner into the box and beat the keeper. C o l l i n s t ow n we r e much better in the second half as they looked to put the tie to bed. They created a number of good chances but
found the keeper in great form and were soon punished for their profligacy in front of goal. Indeed, it was Dolmen who scored next to equalise after they were awarded another penalty by the referee and Danny Thompson this time found the net. The home side’s celebrations were soon cut short, however, when McNeill pounced on a poor clearance 30 yards from goal and composed himself before lobbing the keeper. Elsewhere, the club’s LSL Major 1 C side kept their 100% start to the league campaign going with a 3-1 win over Arklow Town. The team have now won seven from seven in the league as they look to make it back to back promotions.
SHAMROCK Rovers bowed out of the FAI Senior Cup on Tuesday evening after extra time at a wind-swept Tallaght Stadium, falling 4-2 to Dundalk in their replay. The west Dublin outfit had taken the lead in the 10th minute when David Webster’s long free-kick made it alll the way to skipper Ronan Finn whose cross shot made its way past Gary Rodgers. Dundalk equalised almost instantly when Sean Gannon found space and his cross was headed home by David McMillan for 1-1 in the 13th minute. The lilywhites then went in front in the second half when a Jamie McGrath corner was nodded in by Sean Hoare. Rovers, though, salvaged an extra-time chance when, with five minutes to go, Gary Shaw and Trevor Clarke combined on the left. Clarke’s cross was met by Michael O’Connor who made it 2-2. They were hoping to bring that momentum into extra time but two goals in quick succession put paid to their chances. McMillan drove home in the 10th minute before Stephen O’Donnell got on the end of a long range Hoare freekick to head home the killer blow.
Lawlor fires Peamount to fourth win in succession PEAMOUNT United’s Under-15 Premier girls side, pictured below, continued their excellent start to the Metro Girls League season with a 1-0 away win over Greystones United. Jess Lawlor scored the only goal of the game in the victory, their fourth successive win in the com-
petition, adding to victories over Clonee United, Shelbourne and Lucan United, scoring 16 times and conceding just once so far in the competiton. West Dublin rivals Lucan are currently third in the division. They bounced back from an opening day 6-0 defeat to the Peas with a draw against Greystones before recording a 6-0 win over Kilnamanagh and a 6-2 results against Clonee.
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HURLING: LUCAN FINALLY GET OVER ST ENDA’S HURDLE IN SHC
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Sars see off Boden SHC QUARTER-FINALS
Gaels get forceful support as Aramark come on board ARAMARK CEO Frank Gleeson recently announced the sponsorship of the Garda GAA Clubs juvenile section Westmanstown Gaels for a three-year period. The announcement was made at the clubs Family Fun Day at Westmanstown Sports Complex which was attended by over 500 club members.The club’s chairman George Kyne welcomed Gleeson and thanked him for Aramark’s support of the juvenile section and said it would enhance the clubs efforts to promote Gaelic Games among the children of the area. The juvenile section Westmanstown Gaels was set up in 2004 when the Garda club opened its facilities to the local community in the Westmanstown area and has gone from strength to strength in recent years with teams from nursery up playing football, hurling and camogie.
Lucan Sarsfields 2-15 Ballyboden St Enda’s 0-16 JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com
LUCAN Sarsfields resisted a late charge from traditional powerhouse Ballyboden St Enda’s to progress to the Dublin Senior Hurling Championship semi-finals at O’Toole Park on Sunday afternoon, with a strong start from the west Dublin side ultimately proving critical. Ballyboden – winners of six of the last 10 Dublin titles – went into the contest as favourites, but it was Sarsfields bursting out of the blocks that ultimately made the difference. Matt McCaffrey laid a marker down in the very first minute for Sars-
fields, connecting well to beat Gary Maguire in the Enda’s goal with the first attack of the game. Tommy Somers and Conor Dooley were to prove key for their respective teams. The players on free duties were given plenty of early opportunities, and with the game settling, exchanged points in the opening ten minutes, before Niall Ryan scored from distance for Boden to bring the contest back to a single point game. Chris Crummey hit back with an equally impressive points from distance for Sarsfields, but Ballyboden edged in front for the first time by the 27th minute, with Aidan Mellet and Dooley taking advantage of a period of midfield dominance. In what was
Johnny McCaffrey landed key points for Lucan
proving to be a scrappy but intriguing contest, the sides went in level at 1-6 to 0-9. Sarsfields started the second half almost as well as the first, restoring their three point lead in the opening five minutes, with points from Johnny McCaffrey and Kevin Fitzgerald. It was CJ Smith’s goal that truly put Lucan in control of the contest, though, as he got himself on the end of a soaring Ciaran Dowling pass to beat Maguire and take
the score to 2-10 to 0-10 in Sarsfields’ favour. The team in green gave Boden a mountain to climb by adding points from Crummey and Kevin O’Reilly, triggering a perhaps inevitable backlash from the favourites. Desperately pushing on, Paul Ryan took charge, adding a trio of points for Boden without reply with Niall McMorrow also notching to bring the score within two points with two minutes remaining. A short period of Sarsfields possession, though,
left Boden with little choice but to go for goal to close the gap, and they couldn’t find that vital score. Sarsfields took the tie by a dramatic and memorable 2-15 to 0-16. Lucan go on to face Kilmacud crokes in the semifinal at Parnell Park in two weekends time, with a first Dublin senior final since they lost to this very Ballyboden team in 2013 the prize for the winners. The game will be a double header, with Cuala and St Vincent’s also meeting on the other side of the draw.
CLUB NOTICEBOARD BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S
THE club expresses its deepest condolences to the Hogan family on the sad passing of Gerry Hogan on Sunday. Gerry, a long serving club member, contributed to the club from his playing days right through to his involvement in the Boden Drama Group in recent years. He will be sorely missed. The Dublin launch of Jackie Tyrrell’s autobiography will take place in Ballyboden St Enda’s on Thursday, October 12 at 8pm. Why not pop into the club for what’s sure to be an entertaining evening? Hard luck to our senior hurlers who narrowly lost out to Lucan Sarsfields with a scoreline of 0-16 to 2-12. Hard luck to our senior camogie team who lost out in the championship semi-final with a scoreline of 0-11 to 0-8.
GARDA/ WESTMANSTOWN
PRIDE of place this week goes to our U-15 girls who reached the county championship final with a great 5-11 to 2-9 win over Skerries Harps in the semi-final last Saturday. The final is on October 21 against Whitehall Colmcilles; venue and time TBC. Hard luck to the U-13 girls who lost their county semifinal on a scoreline of 3-6 to 1-6. Well done to all the players and mentors of both squads. The minors play Whitehall Colmcilles on Sunday, October 15 at Westmanstown in the minor C championship shield quarter-final, starting at 11am. The ladies lost in the league to Skerries Harps in their final league game of the season by 1-9 to 2-2. They are already through to the cup final with venue and date to be confirmed. In other juvenile activity,
the U-14 hurlers beat St Vincent’s, the U-11 hurlers travelled to Cuala with mixed results and the U-11 girls hosted Whitehall Colmcilles. Two important dates for the diary are the club AGM on Monday, November 20 and the club gala dinner and awards night on Friday, December 1. Our all-weather five-aside pitches are available to rent to clubs or groups. For details, contact Finula at 087 9657620. Last Sunday, October 8 marked the 50th anniversary of a remarkable achievement by club stalwart Willie McGee when he scored four goals in the 1967 All-Ireland U-21 final for Mayo against Kerry. Comghairdeas Willie.
LUCAN SARSFIELDS WHAT a weekend for our club. The senior hurlers win over Ballyboden puts them in a championship semi final against Kilmacud Crokes,
the U-15A hurlers claimed the Division 1 crown, the U-14Bs won their league, the minor ladies footballers are through to the championship final and the minor hurlers are through to the championship semi-final. Unfortunately, our seniorcamogie side came a few points short in their championship semi final against St Vincent’s. With all that games activity going on, there was still the matter of the street leagues. Almost 200 boys and girls participated in this fantastic event. The Dublin Girls brought along the Brendan Martin Cup while Dublin minor and U-21s also brought some silverware though it appears the girls were the ones signing hurleys! Live music continues in the bar on Saturday night. 25 Card Drive returns from Friday, October 13 at 9pm. Caters for all levels, beginners welcome.
Golf Society: John Clancy’s Captains Day results congratulations to all the winners following a very enjoyable day’s golf on a great course at Moyvalley GC; Captains Prize Winner, Sean Breen (18) 42pts, second Jack Butler (18) 45pts, third Stephen Murphy (13) 41pts. Category 1 Winner: John Boland (16) 39pts, Category 1 runner-up: Sean O’Ceallaigh (13) 36pts. Category 2 winner: Shane Carton (18) 35pts, Category 2 runner-up: Robbie Breen (17) 34pts. Category 3 winner: Thomas Tuohy (25) 38pts, Category 3 runner-up: Pat Keane (22) 37pts. Visitor’s Prize: Brian Aston (25) 42pts. Nearest the Pin: Pat Keane, Longest Drive Stephen Murphy. Golfer of the Year: Stephen Murphy. Thanks to Jack Butler for his sponsorship of the day. Thanks also to the Lucan Spa Hotel for hosting the Captains Dinner and the excellent meal. Special thanks to Gerry
Reynolds and family, Seamus Clandillon, Stephen Murphy and all those who entertained us on a very enjoyable evening. Congratulations and good luck to Seamus Fagan who is the Society Captain for 2018. The Cupla Focal Club is back on Monday from 8pm to 9pm. Bingo is on Wednesdays at 8.30pm where the jackpot is growing and attracting a lot more players. Club shop is back in action and is scheduled to open Thursdays 7.30-8.30pm and Saturdays from 10.30am to 1pm. Lucan District Credit Union Academy is on Saturday, 9:30am for Girls and 10am for boys (5+). Last week there was no winner of the €11,800 lotto where the numbers were 6, 7, 10 and 14. This week’s €12,200 lotto draw will be managed by Mary Flannery and is sponsored by Newcastle Golf Centre.
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HURLING: CLONDALKIN CLUB ADVANCE TO FINAL STAR TURNS
McGarry’s Electric form rewarded
Round Tower’s Under-15s celebrate their win over St Sylvester’s
English’s stunning salvo U-15C HC SEMI-FINAL Round Tower St Sylvester’s MICK O'MEARA
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ROUND Tower’s Under15 hurlers advanced to a final date of the C championships thanks to a seven-point win over St Sylvester’s. After two good wins in earlier rounds, the Clondalkin club had reason
to be confident as they faced Syl’s in Monastery Road on Sunday morning but the boys from Malahide have always proven tough opposition in prior meetings. Ben English, though, put in a starring performance to score 3-4 in an impressive team performance. He was joined in a very young team by five Under-14 players who
stepped up to the panel to strengthen their bid. Towers started well and built up a lead after landing some good long range points. Syl’s kept in touch from placed balls though and a goal before the break left them only two points behind at halftime, 1-6 to 1-4. It left all to play for but the Clondalkin lads were not going to be
denied. Despite more converted frees by Syl’s, Towers showed great heart, desire, skill and teamwork to run out very worthy winners. The club now have a final date with Whitehall Colmcille to look forward to on Sunday, October 22, a fantastic and well deserved reward for all the work done over the years with the team.
BALLYBODEN St Enda’s Ross McGarry, pictured left with Cuala’s Peadar O’Cofaigh Byrne, was presented with his Electric Ireland GAA Minor Star awards this week following his performances for Dublin during 2017. The awards were voted for by a panel of GAA legends which includes Oisin McConville, Andy McEntee, Donal Og Cusack and Mattie Kenny. McGarry was a key part of the Dublin minor side that won the Leinster championship before advancing to the AllIreland semi-final. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile
Mark’s crush Realt Dearg in Div 5 final ST MARK’S won their AHL Division 5 final last weekend with a massive 8-20 to 1-9 win over Realt Dearg. St Mark’s blitzed their way
right from the start with early goals and from there it was oneway traffic. This victory and the winning of the league has been a result of all the hard work put in by the players and management, the exacting preparation and professional approach to all matches.
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ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN
CONGRATULATIONS to our U-15 hurlers and U-13 ladies footballers who are progressing to championship finals following wins over St Sylvester’s and Garda/ Westmanstown Gaels over the weekend. Our minor hurlers were also championship winners, defeating Wild Geese. Wishing senior football captain Mick Hallows the very best this week as embarks upon his climb of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is a seven-day trek in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. Congratulations to Sadie Courtney who won our €1,000 bingo jackpot.
New bingo players very welcome every Tuesday night to the club. First call is 8.30pm and next week’s jackpot is €1,000 for a full house if checked within 45 numbers. Otherwise €20 for a full house. All-in €2 to buy with a game being usually €90 to €150. Raffle also on the night. Well done Sadie. Our U-11 boys are hosting a table quiz fundraiser in the club on Saturday, October 21. A table of five will cost €10 and DJ Wicked Wolfie will provide the post-quiz entertainment, with a raffle also running on the night. All welcome. Round Tower Lotto; jackpot €2,800. Numbers drawn were 1, 3, 25 and 26; the bonus ball was 9. No overall winner and no bonus ball winner. Three €100 winners: John Keane, C&S, Emmet Rogers. Thank you to all who support our lotto.
ST PAT’S PALMERSTOWN
CONGRATULATIONS to our senior camogie team on a fantastic win Sunday morning in their shield semi-final against Crumlin. The girls put in a great performance right through from start to finish against some tough challenges. Well done to team and management and best of luck in the final. Date and venue confirmation awaited. Well done to the senior hurlers on a great win over Castleknock on Saturday evening in Glenaulin. Fantastic performance from our two U-8 girls football teams on Sunday morning. The training is going really well and paying off with some very competitive games
against Kilmacud Crokes. Keep up the good work. For our U-9s, well done and to Lara and Tom on their Man of the Match awards after two fine performances against Westmanstown Gaels teams on Saturday morning. Well done to the U-11s on Saturday. Another great win against St Finian’s, Swords. Great display from the boys; their commitment at training is paying off. Great to see St Patrick’s GAA referees doing so well with Mark Ryan in charge at the intermediate hurling championship semifinal on Saturday and, on Sunday, both Chris Mooney and Donal Ryan were refereeing both the senior A hurling championship quarter finals, great achievements and a big well done from your club.
A big thank you to SuperValu Palmerstown and the Moriarty group for their continued support of St Patrick’s GAA club. On Saturday morning, they presented our teams with over 100 footballs. This is much appreciated. SuperValu Ireland #BehindTheBall. Our lotto numbers for this week were 17, 18, 27 and 29. There was no winner. Next draw is October 15. The jackpot on the night is €4,800. Thank you for your continued support.
THOMAS DAVIS
MASSIVE congratulations to our intermediate hurlers who have reached the intermediate championship final and secured senior B status for next year. Well done also to our U-16 hurlers
who reached the B championship final after a great win over Ballinteer while our minor hurlers drew at the weekend and qualified for the quarter finals unbeaten in the group. Well done to our U-13 Hurlers who beat Fingallians in the league. Next weekend proves to be a very busy weekend for our football teams. The intermediate footballers play their championship semi-final on Sunday at 2.15pm in O’Toole park. The minor footballers play Kilmacud in Silver Park at 11am on Sunday morning in the A championship quarter final while the minor B team play Vincent’s at 11am at home. The U-15 footballers play Ballyboden away in the A championship quarter-final at 11.30am
on Sunday morning. Best of luck to all our teams at the weekend with special mention to the U-14 footballers who can secure the league with a win against St Peter’s at 3pm on Saturday at home. It was another great weekend In ladies football for the club with super performances from all the teams U-8s to U-12s, the U-14s had a really impressive win against Na Fianna in the semi final of the vhampionship while the U-16s beat Cuala to reach the Division 1 Championship Final. Well done also to the junior ladies who beat Olafs to win the cup. Lotto numbers were 2, 4, 17 and 22, no winner; next week’s jackpot is €5,250. Thomas Davis would like to offer its sympathy to the Collins Family on the passing of Maurice.
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Sars eliminate Boden Lucan Sarsfields have a Dublin senior hurling championship semi-final to look forward after they beat Ballyboden St Enda’s
Lucan finally get one over on a much-vaunted Ballyboden St Enda’s side in the Dublin senior hurling championship at the quarters stage
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LUCAN Sarsfields manager Tom Ryan was delighted with the performance of his players after they held on to dump out old nemesis Ballyboden St Enda’s out of the Dublin senior hurling championship at O’Toole Park last weekend. Bden went into the game as favourites as they currently sit top of the AHL Division 1 but their Division 2 opponents got off to a great start and progressed to the semi-finals after a final score line of 2-15 to 0-16. “For us, it’s a big club to beat,” Ryan told GazetteSport. “There is great value in beating
Ballyboden. You get great recognition from it but, more importantly, it should give the players a huge amount of confidence. “We did well on the day. We set out our stall and everything went well early on in the game.” Sarsfields enjoyed a strong start to the game before Ballyboden fought back to go into the break level. “From playing division 2 hurling and going into championship matches, we weren’t too sure about the pace of the game. We tried to get up to speed as early as possible and had a brilliant start, which was great for us,” Ryan continued. “They wiped out that lead in the first half but I think the good start gave us a great bit of con-
fidence and that allowed us to stay in the game. We are doing well in championship matches so we are nearly at that level.” Some big points from Sarsfields followed by CJ Smith’s goal in the second half gave them some breathing space once again, and this time it proved too much for Ballyboden to respond to. “It was a great response from the players after half-time. Even before CJ got the goal, we got three great points. They were character [building] points. Then we got the goal and that really set us up and gave us a huge advantage heading into the last quarter of the game.” Despite their impressive win, Ryan insists his players won’t lose the run of themselves as
there is still plenty of work to do to get to where they want to be. “These lads are very well grounded. We thought we would be top of the table in division 2 but we’re not after dropping a few points during the summer. “We’re not the finished article by any means so we’ll work hard again for the next game.” Kilmacud Crokes await in the semi-finals and Ryan knows another massive challenge is ahead of them. “Kilmacud will be strong favourites but we’re in with a shout of beating them. You’re talking Ballyboden and Kilmacud, and then the winners of St Vincent’s and AllIreland champions Cuala so [winning a championship] is far from an easy task.”