School: O'Brennan, Baile Mhic Ealgóid, Tráighlí
- Location:
- Tonreagh Lower, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Pádraig Ó Loingsigh
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- Mentione must be made of Tadhg ó Leary of Ballymacelligott for weight-lifting - or as it locally called "cocking".
"Cocking" was and still is a popular form of pastime in the rural areas of this county. It is performed by laying the weight - to be raised on the ground then bending the body downwards(continues on next page)