Celebrations underway in Limerick after Hurlers win across Ireland

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The celebrations are underway in Limerick after the county’s senior pitchers claimed their second Irish title in three years at Croke Park on Sunday afternoon.

John Kiely’s team completed the perfect season with an 11-point victory over Waterford in a closed-door final.

Limerick City and County Mayor Cllr Michael Collins has congratulated the team and the panel at large on their success.

“2020 has been a very difficult year for many, but it has become a little brighter thanks to the Limerick pitchers, and winning the final today is an incredible Christmas present. What a great way to end the year on such a positive note. The team performed with such determination and skill in the game and their self-confidence and grace under pressure shone through, “he said.

“They showed their true colors and the pride they have in Limerick green. On behalf of the people of Limerick, I would like to thank you for brightening our fall and winter with this incredible journey across Ireland. You have given us something to talk about and support in addition to Covid-19. It is not only the victory that fills us with pride, it is the way the team and the management behave on and off the pitch, “he said.

While Limerick captain Declan Hannon received the Liam MacCarthy Cup at Croke Park, he will not return to Limerick until early next year when a safe homecoming can take place.

“While I would like nothing more than to host a homecoming dance this year, it is not possible and instead I ask fans to show their appreciation to the team on social media. The absence of a homecoming does not diminish the support and respect we have for the Limerick launch team and administration. We will celebrate the team’s fantastic accomplishments in 2021 when it is safe to do so, “said Mayor Collins, calling on supporters to celebrate safely and in compliance with public health guidelines.

Furthermore, the Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy has said that Limerick’s final victory in all of Ireland is a tribute to endurance, unity and focus.

Congratulating John Kiely and his team on their victory over Waterford, Bishop Leahy said that the tone of both the management and the players in the victory reflects all the good when people come together in a common purpose.

“This has been a very tough year for everyone, but to have a group like this, the team and the Limerick management, dedicating so much time and effort to something that would not only bring joy to them but to so many others, has been a gift for us. year. They have entertained us, but also in an extremely difficult year for all of us, a year of incredible disconnection, they have brought together the people of Limerick from all over the county and the world. They gave them something to cheer on, something to distract themselves from the challenges of Covid. “

Bishop Leahy said he was also struck by the example of the players and management both on and off the field. “We can all marvel at their ability on the field, but how they performed in victory was even more surprising. Whether it was Declan Hannon’s speech or John Kiely’s interview, they took it all back to basics, reaching out to fans who couldn’t be there, referencing their families, loved ones back home, those who passed away this year, referencing Milford Hospice and, in fact, thanking frontline staff for their efforts on behalf of all. “

Check out Tomorrow’s Limerick Leader, print edition, for more coverage and reactions.



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