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School: Dún Átha, Carraig an Chabhaltaigh

Location:
Doonaha, Co. Clare
Teacher:
Ed J. Headtromóin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0633, Page 329

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    Jamesy Magner of Tullaroe 72 years of age now was one of the best scorers in football in his day.
    Thomas Haugh who died in America was Captain of Doonaha Football team 40 years ago when they were champions of Clare. Another time they only lost the championship by 1 point.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    When road football ceased it was played in a field. Each man had his own square in the field and couldn't leave that but kick the ball if it came to him.
    The best field in West Clare for football was Quealy's in Lisheen and teams often came there from North Clare to play.
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    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. entertainments and recreational activities (~5,933)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Batt Scanlan
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    60
    Address
    Doonaha, Co. Clare