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School: Cill Mhíde (C.), Caisleán Nua (roll number 7959)

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Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick
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Eibhlín Ní Bhraonáin
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    Hurling 9.2.1939.
    Many hurling matches were played locally in olden times. They were generally between two townlands. Kilmeedy and Dromcollogher used to play against one another, and Kilmeedy, who had lively active men, generally got victory. The clothes they used wear were called "tights." These were made up of short white pants and a black and white jersey. Goal posts were not used that time but lime was mixed with water and lines made with it accordingly. The captain of the victorious team was carried on their shoulders to show their respect. Kilmeedy used give a creditable display against their opponents.
    Mary Geary
    Ballinruane
    Kilmeedy
    Co Limerick
    John Geary
    Ballinruane
    Kilmeedy
    Co Limerick
    Aged 58 years.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. entertainments and recreational activities (~5,933)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    May Geary
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Ballinruane, Co. Limerick
    Informant
    John Geary
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    58
    Address
    Ballinruane, Co. Limerick