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Irish Times
10-08-2025
- Sport
- Irish Times
Peter Keane steps down as Clare senior football manager
Peter Keane has stepped down as manager of the Clare senior footballers after one season in charge. In a statement shared by Clare GAA on Sunday, the Kerryman said 'a combination of factors' had influenced his decision, 'namely growing business demands, plus travel and time challenges'. Keane was appointed to the role last October, succeeding his county man Mark Fitzgerald, who had filled the role for one season. Prior to Fitzgerald, Colm Collins had spent a decade in charge of the Banner footballers. This season, Clare reached a third successive Munster final, again falling to Kerry in the decider on May 4th. In the All-Ireland series, the Banner were drawn in Group 3, in which they suffered defeats to Down, Monaghan and Louth to see them out of the championship. READ MORE 'I really enjoyed my time working with a great panel of footballers, whose commitment and dedication was first class,' Keane's statement on his departure read. 'Their desire to be better footballers and play for their county at the highest level was exemplary.' Keane thanked his management and backroom teams for their work and commitment over the past season, and the players 'for their total commitment, positive attitude, and dedication', wishing them 'the very best for the future'. Clare GAA chairman Kieran Keating expressed his thanks to Keane 'for the professionalism and dedication he brought to the role, to follow on from the encouraging development of our senior football panel by his predecessors'. 'I know from discussing Clare football matter with Peter over the past year that his interest in our cause was genuine and his engagement with our players was always enthusiastic and forthright,' Keating added. 'The logistics of his journey to Clare a number of times a week for the duration of the season proved difficult to manage alongside his business interests and personal/family commitments, and whilst we had sincerely hoped Peter could remain in the manager's role, we accept his decision with the grace he brought to the appointment.' Keating concluded the county will now look to appoint Keane's replacement 'as soon as practicable to ensure we are prepared and ready for the 2026 season'.
BBC News
23-06-2025
- BBC News
Plymouth man, 61, pleads not guilty to murdering woman last year
A 61-year-old man appeared in court earlier to deny murdering a 54-year-old woman in Plymouth last Fitzgerald, of Rendle Street, Plymouth, pleaded not guilty to murdering Lisa Paris between 7 and 18 March Fitzgerald appeared in front of Plymouth Crown Court via a prison video said he will go on trial in November and the case could last two weeks. He has been remanded in custody.
Reuters
10-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Petronas Canada has no plans to leave Canada, executive says
CALGARY, June 10 (Reuters) - Petronas Canada, which is a joint partner in Canada's first LNG export facility, has no plans to leave the country, its CEO Mark Fitzgerald said on Tuesday on the sidelines of a conference in Calgary. Fitzgerald said Canada needs to develop a national liquefied natural gas and natural gas strategy, and that investment will flow quickly into the country if its government makes good on a pledge to reduce permitting times.
BreakingNews.ie
10-05-2025
- Sport
- BreakingNews.ie
Ikem Ugwueru backs Clare for All-Ireland quarter-finals
Clare footballer Ikem Ugwueru believes the Banner can repeat their 2022 run to the All-Ireland quarter-finals as they prepare for the group stages of the Sam Maguire. Despite suffering a third consecutive Munster final defeat to Kerry last weekend, Ugwueru insists there are positives to take from another provincial decider appearance, not least their confirmed place in the All-Ireland series. Advertisement Clare will face Down, Monaghan and the winners of the Leinster final between Meath and Louth in a group devoid of any Division One side — something Ugwueru sees as an opportunity. 'On any day, anyone can beat anyone,' he said. 'If I reference Meath against Dublin, everyone would have said Dublin would easily win, but Meath showed up on the day and got the result. 'It was the same with Down — they almost beat Donegal. If one or two points or a goal had gone their way, they'd have taken it. Advertisement 'The group is evenly balanced. We won't take anyone for granted. We'll take each game one by one and not look too far ahead.' Clare's progress under Colm Collins and now Mark Fitzgerald has been evident, with three successive Munster finals and a quarter-final appearance in 2022 demonstrating their consistency at the top end of the provincial and national game. Although they've failed to pick up a win in the group stages over the past two seasons, Ugwueru sees clear signs of development and believes Clare are building a team for the long term. 'Any county can use it as a blueprint — we all started somewhere. It's about the team and the collective. Advertisement 'If you buy into it, you can work your way up. Clare were in Division Four, then Three, and then spent years in Division Two. 'Some of the lads on the team have gone through that journey. We all have that fight in us, and we're using it to our advantage. Sport Waterford's Lorraine Bray on wearing skorts: 'Play... Read More 'We're not going to end it this year — this could take a few years, and all of us are willing to do that.' With Down up first next weekend, Ugwueru says the goal is to progress beyond the group — and see where that momentum might lead. 'We got to the last eight a couple of years ago and lost to Derry. Getting out of the group is an achievement for any county in the Sam Maguire. 'That's our biggest aim now — to put our best foot forward and, when we do get out, challenge the bigger counties. That's the goal for me, and for the group.'
The 42
03-05-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Defending Munster champions Limerick hold off Waterford to pick up first win of 2025 series
Limerick 0-28 Waterford 0-22 Tomás McCarthy reports from Walsh Park DEFENDING MUNSTER CHAMPIONS Limerick picked up their first win of the 2025 provincial campaign in front of 12,101 spectators on a sunny Bank Holiday Saturday evening at Walsh Park. Aaron Gillane finished as top scorer with nine points in a pillar to post victory. Shane O'Brien backed up his impressive opening day performance against Tipperary with four from play. Adam English, Cian Lynch and Tom Morrissey also shone for the team in green with three apiece. Mark Fitzgerald and Jamie Barron were best for a spirited Waterford side who came off a six day turnaround following their victory over All Ireland champions Clare. Under John Kiely, the Treaty County have won all nine championship meetings with the Déise. Nine victories by a total of 80 points. Diarmaid Byrnes struck the opener for the Shannonsiders after just 57 seconds. The 2022 Hurler of the Year was replaced by Colin Coughlan in the 19th minute however. The number five received a yellow card for a pull across Kevin Mahony and committed two other fouls on Stephen Bennett and Mark Fitzgerald. The slick Shannonsiders opened up a 7-2 lead by the eleventh minute. Adam English got back to back points as the away team dominated the middle third and the puckouts. A couple of Stephen Bennett frees and a Jack Prendergast point cut the gap to two. Mark Fitzgerald then saw yellow for a flick on David Reidy on the quarter hour. Two Aaron Gillane frees and a Cian Lynch single from play restored Limerick's five point advantage. On 21 minutes, O'Brien hit the inside of the post with Billy Nolan beaten. Waterford had another goal scare when Conor Prunty lost possession off a short puckout. Gillane couldn't punish the error. Tom Morrissey, who was responsible for three first half points, stretched the lead to 12-6. The Déise dug in and narrowed the gap to three approaching the break. Michael Kiely's introduction beefed up the Waterford attack. Billy Nolan (free), Jamie Barron, Kevin Mahony and Bennett (free) were all on target. Bennett squandered two frees as the hosts finished the half on seven wides. In the last minute of the half, Dessie Hutchinson struck the post and Gillane made it 15-10 at the break. Shane Bennett came on at half time for Waterford and wing back Mark Fitzgerald pointed within nine seconds of the restart. Gillane nailed a free at the other end but the hosts replied with a well worked move which was finished off by Kiely. The big Abbeyside-Ballinacourty man then won a close range free. Stephen Bennett went short to younger brother Shane but Mike Casey blocked down the shot at goal. Shane Bennett made amends by winning a free which Stephen fired over. A Bennett 65 left just two between them (0-16 to 0-14). Gilliane dispatched another free for Limerick before English punished a Waterford short puckout then awry. Gillane and O'Brien pushed the margin out to six. Nolan belted over his second free of the evening in response. Advertisement Despite the best efforts of Mark Fitzgerald, who shot two second half points, the Déise couldn't catch the team chasing seven Munsters in a row. On 55 minutes, Gearóid Hegarty chopped the sliotar into his hand John Troy style and landed a mighty long range score that lifted the Limerick fans. Nickie Quaid snuffed out a goal chance from Stephen Bennett with ten to play. The introduction of Austin Gleeson couldn't spark a Waterford comeback. Limerick subs Aidan O'Connor and Cathal O'Neill sealed victory before O'Brien recorded his fourth from play. Scorers for Waterford: Stephen Bennett 0-9 (6fs, 2 65s), Billy Nolan (2fs), Mark Fitzgerald, Jamie Barron 0-2 each, Jack Prendergast, Kevin Mahony, Dessie Hutchinson, Patrick Fitzgerald, Gavin Fives, Shane Bennett, Michael Kiely 0-1 each. Scorers for Limerick: Aaron Gillane 0-9 (6fs), Shane O'Brien 0-4, Adam English, Cian Lynch, Tom Morrissey 0-3 each, Diarmaid Byrnes, Barry Nash, Gearóid Hegarty, Colin Coughlan, Aidan O'Connor, Cathal O'Neill 0-1 each. Waterford 1. Billy Nolan 4. Iarlaith Daly, 3. Conor Prunty, 2. Ian Kenny 5. Mark Fitzgerald, 6. Tadhg De Burca, 7. Paddy Leavey 8. Darragh Lyons, 10. Jack Prendergast 11. Stephen Bennett, 13. Kevin Mahony, 9. Jamie Barron 14. Dessie Hutchinson, 15. Patrick Fitzgerald, 12. Patrick Curran Subs 21. Michael Kiely for Curran (26) 20. Shane Bennett for Patrick Fitzgerald (HT) 17. Gavin Fives for Lyons (46) 26. Padraig Fitzgerald for Mahony (51) 22. Austin Gleeson for Barron (65) Limerick 1. Nickie Quaid 2. Seán Finn, 3. Dan Morrissey, 4. Mike Casey 5. Diarmaid Byrnes, 6. Kyle Hayes, 7. Barry Nash 8. Adam English, 9. William O'Donoghue 12. Tom Morrissey, 11. Cian Lynch, 10. Gearóid Hegarty 15. David Reidy, 13. Aaron Gillane, 14. Shane O'Brien Subs 17. Colin Coughlan for Byrnes (19) 25. Cathal O'Neill for O'Donoghue (49) 20. Aidan O'Connor for Tom Morrissey (60) 23. Darragh O'Donovan for English (66) 22. Donnacha Ó Dálaigh for O'Brien (70) Referee: Colm Lyons (Cork) Check out the latest episode of The42′s GAA Weekly podcast here
