THE death has occurred of accomplished former Limerick hurler and well-known musician Dermot Kelly, of Castletroy and Lahinch, Co Clare. A renowned inter-county.
Passing of a Limerick Hurling Great
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The death has taken place of former Limerick hurling star, Jack Quaid.
Jack, along with his twin brother Jim, was a vital part of the fine Shannonside team of the mid 1950 s.
From the Feohanagh - Castlemahon club, both starred as London were overcome in the 1954 All Ireland junior decider.
Promotion to the senior side followed and the twins were heavily involved as Limerick surprised Clare in the 1955 Munster decider. Jack lined out at left half back with Jim in the middle of the field.
This team were labelled the Mackey Greyhounds after their legendary trainer Mick Mackey. Clare had surprised reigning All Ireland kingpins, Cork, in the opening round and were warm favourites.
Then & Now: Limerick hurling stars making history on Sunday
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12 Dec 2020
Like father, like son: Tommy Quaid gives a mighty clearance during the Munster Final against Clare in 1981 );
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The old saying that history repeats itself is certainly true for two families in the Limerick senior hurling panel for this Sunday s All-Ireland final.
Casting our mind back forty years to 1980, Tommy Quaid, and John Flanagan, from the Feohanagh club in West Limerick were on the team that lost to Galway by 2-15 to 3-9 after a lively and entertaining encounter.
Tommy lined out in goals and Johnny was centre forward. Both players gave great service to their county, but All-Ireland success eluded them.